Arizona captivated folk herbalist and Wise Woman Traditionalist Margo Burdek from the moment she set foot on its welcoming landscape. Finding refuge after a life-threatening illness and a grueling divorce, Burdek self-healed her shattered mind, body and spirit among Prescott friends. She regained strength by inhaling nature, being around children and reflecting on her life. “I intuitively began this self-healing process for myself and noticed how deprived I was of nurturing,” Burdek said. … [Read more...] about Herbalist Margo Burdek Finds Healing in Plants and Prescott
Helios Education Foundation, College Success Arizona Distribute Emergency Relief Funds to Over 700 College Students
Since the launch of the Arizona Postsecondary Student Resiliency Fund, Helios Education Foundation and College Success Arizona distributed over $300,000 to more than 700 students across Arizona to help provide immediate assistance to college students affected by COVID-19. These funds assisted with educational expenses, housing expenses, technology expenses, as well as other immediate needs. Helios and College Success Arizona created the fund to help low-income and first-generation college … [Read more...] about Helios Education Foundation, College Success Arizona Distribute Emergency Relief Funds to Over 700 College Students
Trinity Christian School Constructing New Campus
After more than 15 years of strategic planning and success in implementing a $10 million capital campaign, leaders at Trinity Christian School (TCS) are moving forward with construction of a 17.5-acre school campus. Willow Hills campus is the working name for the new school. Located on northern Willow Creek Road just west of Prescott Regional Airport, the new campus ultimately will have multiple buildings and related educational facilities. Current school grounds are located at 1077 … [Read more...] about Trinity Christian School Constructing New Campus
WingSpace Adding Members, Introducing New Program
Despite limitations posed by COVID-19 and the subsequent local shutdown of all but essential businesses, Melanie Banayat, founder and owner of WingSpace Coworking in Prescott, says she is gratified by being able to meet the “emotional and bandwidth challenge” of being available on a personal level for clients and collaborators. She says membership in the cooperative and collaborative workspace continues to grow. “I think it’s notably because local as well as remote partners value the regular … [Read more...] about WingSpace Adding Members, Introducing New Program
Loans Helping Local Establishments Weather the COVID Storm
Joany Cole was excited to expand her brewpub business by opening a second location in Prescott. A week later, the pandemic hit. Cole and her husband, Brian, had just signed a new lease and taken out a line of credit for a second location on Marina and Sheldon streets in Prescott. Shortly after, they were told they had to close their doors for dine-in service because of the pandemic. The couple own Lonesome Valley Brewing in Prescott Valley, a brewpub they started in 2013. “Literally a … [Read more...] about Loans Helping Local Establishments Weather the COVID Storm
Raptor Ranch Comes to Bedrock
Having a yabba-dabba-doo time is exactly what Troy and Debbie Morris and Ronald and Angela Brown have in mind for their new but long-awaited acquisition of Bedrock City in Valle, named after “The Flintstones,” the animated cartoon sitcom of the 1960s. Located off State Route 64 and U.S. 180, about 33 miles south of the Grand Canyon, the 30-acre parcel now houses their dream, Raptor Ranch, which will feature birds of prey flight demonstrations in company with stone-age characters like Fred and … [Read more...] about Raptor Ranch Comes to Bedrock
RV Rentals Rise, Campgrounds Fill
Recreational vehicle rentals are rising as people anxious to get out of their homes look for alternatives to their typical summer travel plans. Because recreational vehicles (RVs) are usually self-contained and, consequently, perfect for social distancing, more people than ever are taking a stab at RV vacation rentals. Christian Zeno of Lo-Lo-Mai Springs Outdoor Resort near Sedona reports that an influx of first-time RV renters or owners is filling camping sites. “People who have never … [Read more...] about RV Rentals Rise, Campgrounds Fill
2051 Apartment Complex Being Designed for Contemporary Lifestyle
COVID-19 has had unexpected effects on apartment construction in Prescott. The pandemic and subsequent quarantine have changed work patterns and habits for thousands, especially those used to commuting to offices or work sites but who now are compelled to work out of their homes. Lafferty Companies Owner and President Mike Lafferty explains it this way: “I’ve had 38 years of professional experience in business development and construction. Nothing in the past has had such dramatic impact upon … [Read more...] about 2051 Apartment Complex Being Designed for Contemporary Lifestyle
City of Prescott Fourth of July Fireworks Show
The City of Prescott will once again host their annual Independence Day Fireworks on Watson Lake on Saturday, July 4th. The Drive-In themed celebration will begin at 5 p.m. and in the interest of public safety, the event will no longer have inflatables, water slides or a beer garden Gates will open at 5 p.m. for drive-in parking ($10 parking fee) Parking at Watson is first come, first served Parking on Hwy 89 is first come, first serve and will be starting at 7 p.m. All vehicles … [Read more...] about City of Prescott Fourth of July Fireworks Show
Governor Ducey: “Arizonans Safer At Home”
Governor Doug Ducey, Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Director Dr. Cara Christ and Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs Major General Michael T. McGuire held a briefing today to provide the latest information on COVID-19. The Governor urged Arizonans to take responsible actions to help contain the spread of the virus — limit time away from home, practice physical distancing, wear a mask and follow ADHS health guidance. “Arizonans and businesses across the state … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey: “Arizonans Safer At Home”