With local elections behind us, Chino Valley Town Councilman-elect Eric Granillo has a lot on his mind. The top vote-getter in last month’s general election said he is looking forward to serving local residents, having been born and raised in the Quad Cities area. Granillo also is an entrepreneur, as managing partner of Granillo’s Investments, LLC, and owner of CM Wireless and Electronics, LLC, which serves businesses throughout the state. It is through his role as an employer that he … [Read more...] about Recreational Marijuana Set to Change the Business Landscape
Big Sky Country’s Candace Carr Strauss Hired as President/CEO of Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau
The Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau announced today that Candace Carr Strauss, the Chief Executive Officer of the Big Sky Chamber of Commerce & Visit Big Sky, in Big Sky, Montana, has accepted the position of President/Chief Executive Officer. Her hiring to lead Arizona’s first sustainable tourism destination comes after a two-month national search following the departure of Jennifer Wesselhoff, who left for a similar role in Park City, Utah. Strauss’s first day on the job … [Read more...] about Big Sky Country’s Candace Carr Strauss Hired as President/CEO of Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau
Governor Ducey Orders Flags At Half-Staff In Recognition Of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Governor Doug Ducey ordered flags at all state buildings be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset today, December 7, 2020, in observance of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. “Arizona joins the nation on December 7th to pause and remember the 2,400 American lives lost during the attacks on Pearl Harbor 79 years ago,” said Governor Ducey. “On the day that changed our nation forever, American service members displayed unwavering bravery — which was carried on by those who fought to … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Orders Flags At Half-Staff In Recognition Of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Third COVID-19 Surge Stressing Healthcare Workers, Hospitals
As the number of COVID-19 patients rises in Central and Northern Arizona hospitals, healthcare officials say they are able to manage the situation for now, but that could change quickly. At the time of publication, Yavapai Regional Medical Center West (YRMC) was treating 16 COVID-19 patients, YRMC East was caring for nine and Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) reported 16. VVMC Chief Administrative Officer Ron Haase says the hospital is just five patients away from its highest number. “We … [Read more...] about Third COVID-19 Surge Stressing Healthcare Workers, Hospitals
Local Restaurateur Brings Tacos, Tequila to Downtown Prescott
Tacos and tequila are coming to downtown Prescott, all under one roof. La Planchada, the city’s newest taqueria, is set to open sometime this month, with plans to offer patrons fresh, delicious food at a reasonable cost. The cozy downtown restaurant is located at 217 W. Gurley Street. The space was previously occupied by John’s Chophouse. Handmade tortillas and freshly squeezed limes will be staples of the restaurant, which promotes quick, efficient counter service with a casual atmosphere. … [Read more...] about Local Restaurateur Brings Tacos, Tequila to Downtown Prescott
A Home for the Holidays
When then-California resident Jacquie Rerucha first saw “The Stetson Hat House” built in the middle of a two-acre gated lot perched high overlooking uptown Sedona, she fell in love. That was in 2005. It took her 10 years and the sale of a house in California to make that love her own, but when she did, she made it big-time. She bought the house in 2015, and spent about a year on renovations and improvements, including roofing, electrical wiring, plumbing and air conditioning, to bring it to … [Read more...] about A Home for the Holidays
Governor Ducey Announces Latest Actions To Fight COVID-19, Increase Hospital Staffing
Governor Doug Ducey today announced a series of meaningful actions to fight the spread of COVID-19 in Arizona, support our hospitals and frontline health care workers, and provide the state’s hard-hit restaurants with the resources needed to keep patrons and staff healthy. Speaking at the State Public Health Laboratory, Governor Ducey outlined measures to ensure Arizonans have access to the vaccine and hospitals can meet the staffing demands of the recent rise in COVID-19 cases. The … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Announces Latest Actions To Fight COVID-19, Increase Hospital Staffing
Prescott Regional Airport Named Arizona’s Airport of the Year
Prescott Regional Airport - Ernest A. Love Field (PRC) has been named Arizona’s 2020 Airport of the Year by the Arizona Department of Transportation Aeronautics Group. ADOT-Aeronautics Group Director Don Kriz made the announcement at the Arizona Airports Association’s 2020 Walter Burg Arizona Airports Association Fall Conference in late October. More than 130 people attended the virtual event, including airport officials, federal and state regulatory officials, legislators and consulting … [Read more...] about Prescott Regional Airport Named Arizona’s Airport of the Year
Making Homes Shine with Maid to Order
Lucy Leyva has always been intent on making her mark. Ironically, the business she owns and operates gets paid for removing any marks. Leyva, a Prescott Valley resident, owns and operates Prescott Maid to Order, a cleaning business that does both residential and commercial cleaning in the Quad Cities area. In 2005, she started the business by cleaning one house and taught herself every aspect of what it took to be successful. “I didn’t know how to run a business,” Leyva said. “I didn’t … [Read more...] about Making Homes Shine with Maid to Order
Holiday Events Planned with Public Safety Precautions
Decorations are hanging from light poles, adorning windows, and lights are strung around the renowned Courthouse Square in anticipation of Arizona’s Christmas City holiday activities that highlight the season. Prior to moving ahead with planning for the 2020 festivities, representatives from the Prescott Chamber of Commerce (PCofC) and the Prescott Downtown Partnership (PDP) met with officials from Yavapai County Community Health Services, Yavapai County Board of Supervisors and the City of … [Read more...] about Holiday Events Planned with Public Safety Precautions