Surrounded by more than a million acres of National Forest, especially popular among mountain bikers, 16 parks and three lakes for kayaking and canoeing, Prescott has been named the best destination in the state for nature lovers by Expedia Inc. Prescott Downtown Partners Executive Director Kendall Jaspers calls Prescott the obvious choice in Arizona. “Just think, too, of the economic impact of having millions of people hear about our community’s ideal natural environment. The combination of … [Read more...] about Banking on Natural Beauty
Design a Rose Garden in Five Steps or Less By Ken Lain
Ah, roses. From bud to bloom to falling petals, no garden, from cottage to contemporary, is complete without at least a few of these dreamy flowering shrubs. Their broad variety of growth habits, sizes, colors and textures can fill any niche in the home landscape, and as breeders have made improvements in disease resistance, they’re less work, too. As long as the site is right, there is no reason you can’t have roses in all parts of your garden. Here are five favorite ways to use them. Create … [Read more...] about Design a Rose Garden in Five Steps or Less By Ken Lain
Downtown Entertainment District Approved by City
City of Prescott officials believe the newly designated “Downtown Entertainment District” will provide more opportunities for businesses to grow and expand in the central core of Prescott. “I think it’s the right place to be – in the heart of Prescott near the iconic Courthouse Square that is recognized across the state and country as being unique in American cities,” said Kendall Jaspers, executive director of the Prescott Downtown Partnership. “By law, a city can have only one designated … [Read more...] about Downtown Entertainment District Approved by City
Symposium Addressing Cyberattacks, Homeland Security
Focused on reducing the risk and impact of cyberattacks on all kinds of systems, leading authorities and innovators from throughout the state will meet at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Saturday, Sept. 16. The new STEM Center and Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium will host the Cyber Awareness Executive Symposium. “We’re fortunate to have visionary community and educational leaders willing to sponsor and support such a prestigious executive symposium,” said Jim Robb, a consultant … [Read more...] about Symposium Addressing Cyberattacks, Homeland Security
Bell Rock Hilton Customers Driving Restaurant Renovation
One of Northern Arizona’s premier resort properties is undertaking a major overhaul of their flagship dining space. The Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock recently announced and began a $2 million renovation of its restaurant, the Grille at Shadow Rock. The project is expected to be completed early this month. General Manager Jay Kriske said the consumer is driving the project. “Everything we do, whether it’s a lobby renovation [in 2014], a guest-room renovation [in 2015], it’s the consumer … [Read more...] about Bell Rock Hilton Customers Driving Restaurant Renovation
12-year-old partners with ARIZONA HELPING HANDS to help kids in Tuba City
Chance Peterson has spent much of his 12 years in and out of Phoenix Children’s Hospital as the result of a rare kidney disorder. Despite his age, Chance has seen the needs of other children and committed to do what he can to make lives better for needy youth by forming his own nonprofit, Giving Chances. On Saturday, Sept. 9, Chance’s organization is partnering with Arizona Helping Hands to take truckloads of supplies and basic needs to assist children in foster care in Tuba City. This is the … [Read more...] about 12-year-old partners with ARIZONA HELPING HANDS to help kids in Tuba City
Water May Not Be Everything; Some Say it is the Only Thing
Vickie Johnston, owner of Ultra Water Bar Health Store, remembers when she saw the first bottled water for sale. She thought, who in their right mind is going to buy bottled water when they can go to their tap and get all the water they want for free? When corporate companies saw the signs, they jumped onto this money-making concept of water in plastic bottles. “The general public thinks bottled water is going to be safer and cleaner than tap water,” says Mae Wu, of the National Resources … [Read more...] about Water May Not Be Everything; Some Say it is the Only Thing
SCORE Means Business
The opportunity to start your own small business, and become rich, has never been better than right now. Your idea, your dream, your vision, even your hobby could come to reality if you have the desire to try and make it happen. First, find something you like to do. Something that’s fun. Why not? Otherwise, stay in your current job working for others and not enjoying it. Next, set some objectives. Start with how much money you want to pay yourself. This is easy because you’ve become your own … [Read more...] about SCORE Means Business
Total Body Stretch Therapy Enhances Health, Increases Quality of Life
Whether you work out at a gym, run trails, bike mountains, walk around the block or sit at a desk for hours, fitness and wellness experts remind us that stretching is an important part of staying healthy. But the importance can be easily forgotten, especially when the results are often not as visible as weight lifting or as spectacular as crossing a finish line. But the benefits of a good stretch can do as much to benefit your overall health and well-being as regular exercise and a healthful … [Read more...] about Total Body Stretch Therapy Enhances Health, Increases Quality of Life
Look at What We’ve Started
Upon taking office in November 2015, I wrote a State of the City article to inform our citizens of the pressing issues facing Prescott. Now, 20 months later, it’s time to provide an update on how far we’ve come in addressing those issues. During my time as mayor, our Prescott City Council and city staff members have made significant strides. Let me summarize: Economic Development Early in my term we undertook a top-to-bottom review of our economic development team and realized we needed a … [Read more...] about Look at What We’ve Started