Augie’s remains a popular dining spot, but it is not a lucky place to land on the new Prescottopoly game created by Prescott High School (PHS) business students. An order to appear IN COURT for speeding surrounds the restaurant’s familiar black mustache on the southeast corner of the board. The next move could be a tough choice: hoping for a FATE or DESTINY card, paying a fine or accepting court proceedings. The law firm Favour & Willhelmsen PLLC fortunately owns the board space just … [Read more...] about Prescottopoly Making Fundraising a Game
Graham Opens a New Chapter
Shari Graham, a tax accountant, retired in 2012. “One of these days, I am going to take a day off,” she said earlier this month. “I have plans to take a nap. It might be in March,” she said with a laugh. During the past few years, Graham has been busy. She has been traveling, reading and being involved with the Prescott Center for the Arts. Now she is opening a bookshop, The Purple Cat A Good Used Book Store. It may seem like a chancy proposition to open a bookstore as hardbound books … [Read more...] about Graham Opens a New Chapter
Bitcoin: Currency of the Future?
A novelty digital payment method surfaced in January 2009 as the brainchild of a computer programmer identifying himself as Satoshi Nakamoto and christening his techno-currency Bitcoin (BTC). The prognosis for BTC as a mainstream currency has been shrouded as much in mystery as the identity of its inventor. The fact that Nakamoto is presumed to be a pseudonym only adds to the intrigue. “I like the innovative nature of Bitcoin,” shared investment manager William T. Hepburn, … [Read more...] about Bitcoin: Currency of the Future?
Marketing Prescott Valley
The call to action in Prescott Valley’s battle cry as “Leader of the Pack” originated with Mike Paredes, executive director of the Prescott Valley Economic Development Foundation (PVEDF). Parades, an Arizona native who has been on the job in Prescott Valley for nearly two years, says that his job – and that of everyone in the meeting room – involves telling the story of Prescott Valley and all that the community offers. PVEDF, he said, “is excited and well prepared for 2016 with an … [Read more...] about Marketing Prescott Valley
Economic Growth Spurring RV Dealership Expansion
Solid economic growth, coupled with the retiring Baby Boomer population seeking recreational vehicles (RVs), has prompted the longtime Mesa-based RV company Little Dealer, Little Prices to build a multi-million dollar dealership in Prescott Valley. “Through due diligence and research, we determined the population in Central and Northern Arizona matches exactly what national industry experts say will create the largest expansion of the RV market in history,” said General Manager Danny … [Read more...] about Economic Growth Spurring RV Dealership Expansion
Whoa Nelly, National Park Service Celebrating 100 Years
Horses and mules of the Grand Canyon are kicking off the National Park Service Centennial. Last month, they made their first 2016 appearance by trotting through the Parade of Roses in Pasadena, California. “Our participation at the Tournament of Roses Parade televised our history and continued use of horses and pack animals to accomplish our daily duties in the National Park Service,” said Shannon Miller, program manager for the Grand Canyon South Rim Horse Patrol. “Without these animals, we … [Read more...] about Whoa Nelly, National Park Service Celebrating 100 Years
Veteran Views Mayoral Position as Commitment to Community
Barely two months into his role, Prescott Mayor Harry Oberg is quite open in describing and defining challenges, issues and opportunities that he and the six-member City Council and city staff face. After taking office Nov. 24, Oberg said he is committed to do whatever it takes to create solutions. A priority is resolving of the accumulating debt problem in the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS), he noted. “One of the first needs we have in Prescott and various … [Read more...] about Veteran Views Mayoral Position as Commitment to Community
The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise Distributes $1.5 Million to Benefit Navajo People
In accordance with The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprises’ (Navajo Gaming) plan of operation, and through the approval of its Gaming Board, Navajo Gaming, led by Derrick Watchman, CEO recently made a $1.5 Million distribution to the Gaming Distribution Fund. The $1.5 Million distribution, along with Navajo Gaming’s previous $6 Million distribution, reflects the hard work of 1,200 Navajo Gaming team members, 83% of which are Navajo. “We are honored to fulfill our obligations and make these … [Read more...] about The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise Distributes $1.5 Million to Benefit Navajo People
Arizona Tech Advisors awarded certification as Apple Authorized Service Provider
February 2, 2016, Apple has chosen Arizona Tech Advisors (ATA) as its premier authorized service provider in northern Arizona. ATA can now service devices such as iPads, Macs, iPods, Apple TV’s and Apple Watches, without voiding warranties. ATA can also provide Apple in-warranty support, service any manufacture defects and provide AppleCare (extended warranty support) at no charge to the customer. “We are very excited about our expanded capacity to meet the needs of northern Arizona’s … [Read more...] about Arizona Tech Advisors awarded certification as Apple Authorized Service Provider
Spoil the One You Love This Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air. While Valentine’s Day can be seen as cliché – with teddy bears, chocolates and roses galore – it’s always nice to stand out and give that special someone a first. Don’t stick to the usual dinner routine at a local restaurant, get creative this year and make Valentine’s Day unforgettable with some of these great date ideas. Reenact Your First Date Take a stroll down memory lane and reenact your first date. If the date was at a restaurant, make reservations at the same … [Read more...] about Spoil the One You Love This Valentine’s Day