The Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) business team at Embry-Riddle’s Prescott campus, which won its eighth consecutive PBL Arizona Leadership Competition in April, has returned from the event’s national competition in Nashville with a number of Top 10 finishes. “The fact that all 10 students who competed in the competitive performance events went on to the final round, meaning they placed in the Top 15 in the nation, is simply incredible,” said Substitute Advisor Dr. Cindy Greenman. “Congratulations to … [Read more...] about ERAU’s Winning Teams
Yavapai Regional Transit on Track to Further Expansion
Much like the brave little railroad engine that accepted the roundhouse challenge of pulling a heavy load of freight cars up a steep grade and down to safety on the other side when larger locomotives declined the challenge, Yavapai Regional Transit (YRT) has overcome hurdles, moving ever faster and puffing, “I think I can. I think I can. I think I can.” This “regional transit system that could” outgrew Chino Valley Transit (CVT) to additionally operate inter-community general ridership … [Read more...] about Yavapai Regional Transit on Track to Further Expansion
Twin Arrows Recognized for Wine Lovers
Now there’s one more reason to visit Twin Arrows’ Navajo Casino Resort. Wine Spectator’s Restaurant Wine List Awards recently selected the resort’s Zenith Steakhouse to receive the prestigious Award of Excellence. "We are honored to be recognized by the world’s leading expert on wine for the caliber of food and wine at Zenith Steakhouse," stated Derrick Watchman, CEO of Navajo Gaming. “Our Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise and Twin Arrows Directors of Food and Dining and their teams have … [Read more...] about Twin Arrows Recognized for Wine Lovers
Chamber Ribbon Cutting
Oct. 23, 2:00 p.m. The Prescott Chamber of Commerce hosts a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Nectar, a Modern Herbal Apothecary. 219 W. Gurley Street, Prescott. … [Read more...] about Chamber Ribbon Cutting
PV Chamber Mixer
Oct. 22 at Shutte and Hilgendorf, CPA. 3140 Stillwater Dr. Prescott. Business after hours. … [Read more...] about PV Chamber Mixer
Chino Valley Chamber Luncheon
Oct. 8. 11:30-1:00 p.m. Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce Luncheon. An update on Drake Cement with keynote speaker Tony Turner, plant manager. Gabby's Banquet Hall, 2235 S Highway 89. … [Read more...] about Chino Valley Chamber Luncheon
YRMC’s New Leader
Frank R. Almendarez, MHSA, has joined Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) as its East Campus Administrator. “I knew I wanted to be part of the YRMC team after my first visit,” said Almendarez. “Everyone I met was kind, welcoming and professional. I was also impressed by how well the two campuses coordinate services in order to meet the community’s healthcare needs.” Almendarez brings extensive administrative as well as clinical experience to Prescott Valley. Before joining YRMC, he … [Read more...] about YRMC’s New Leader
Suns Return to Flagstaff for Training Camp
PHOENIX - The Phoenix Suns will return to Flagstaff, Ariz. for the second consecutive season when they report for training camp at Northern Arizona University from September 30 through October 4. This year marks the 18th time the City of Flagstaff has hosted the team’s training camp and the second straight year after the Suns returned in 2013 for the first time since 2004. Phoenix first used Flagstaff as a training camp site in 1986, coincidentally the first training camp as a player for now … [Read more...] about Suns Return to Flagstaff for Training Camp
Arizona Supreme Court Justices to Hold Court at Yavapai College
The Supreme Court of Arizona will hold oral arguments on Tuesday, September 30, 2014, at the Yavapai College Performing Arts Center, 1100 East Sheldon St. in Prescott. This is a rare opportunity for students and members of the public to see the judicial branch of government in action and watch attorneys present a case to the state’s highest court. Arguments will begin promptly at 10:30 a.m., and people should arrive no later than 10:05 a.m. The justices have selected one case for September … [Read more...] about Arizona Supreme Court Justices to Hold Court at Yavapai College
Arizona State University Professor Shares Insights on Prescott and Arizona Economies
ASU Foundation hosts October 1 discussion at Adult Center of Prescott: Acclaimed Arizona State University economist Lee McPheters will appear at The Adult Center of Prescott on Wednesday, October 1 at 9 a.m., to discuss the economic outlook of Prescott and the state of Arizona. Presented by the Prescott Area Commercial Group (PACG), the ASU Foundation and community sponsors, McPheters, who serves ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business as director of the JPMorgan Chase Economic Outlook Center … [Read more...] about Arizona State University Professor Shares Insights on Prescott and Arizona Economies