There are many ways for Prescott residents to get involved and help shape the policies that impact this community. One of the most significant avenues for residents to actively participate and influence policies affecting the future of our city is by getting involved with the Prescott General Plan process. If you want to learn about the priorities and essential elements that make up a city or town, read its general plan and you will find the answers. The Prescott General Plan is important for … [Read more...] about Charting Prescott’s Future
YC Fitness Center Changes
Members of the public who would like to use Yavapai College’s fitness center and pool facilities on the Prescott campus will be able to buy passes to use these two facilities beginning May 12 instead of having to enroll in a physical education class. Day, month and annual passes are now on sale at the business office in Building 1 on the Prescott campus, 1100 E. Sheldon St. Single adult passes for the fitness center or the pool are $5 a day, $25 a month or $250 a year; combo passes … [Read more...] about YC Fitness Center Changes
Answers to Your Many Questions
Prescott True Value Hardware has many different departments within the store. There are the hardware, electrical, paint, lawn and garden, kitchen departments, just to mention a few. What many people do not realize is that Prescott True Value has a rental department called JUST ASK Rental. More than 15 years ago, JUST ASK Rental was born as a department within Prescott True Value. It soon became apparent that JUST ASK rental would need more space for all of the do-it-yourself (DIY) tools, yard … [Read more...] about Answers to Your Many Questions
Quad Cities Business News reached out to Nanci Bosick, a woman with a varied career, geared at uplifting and empowering others. As a fitness instructor and teacher of self-defense, Bosick is involved with many different groups throughout the region. 1) Describe your career. I work as a personal trainer, self-defense instructor and teach group fitness classes at Anytime Fitness. My day starts as early as 5am for Boot Camp and ends as late as 6:30PM at the completion of my R.I.P.P.E.D. … [Read more...] about
Who is Best of Business?
Quad Cities Business News wants to know which Quad Cities businesses are rated the best of the best by their customers. The free monthly business newspaper is posing the question to readers with online voting and will be recognizing the people whose efforts create the foundation of the local economy. “We all do business with a variety of companies in Prescott, Prescott Valley, Dewey-Humboldt and Chino Valley,” says QCBN co-owner Troy Bix. “Now’s the chance to let those who are providing … [Read more...] about Who is Best of Business?
Whiskey Row Marathon
May 3. 7:00 a.m. Historic Whiskey Row, Downtown Prescott. This Arizona tradition has been running for 36 eyars and is among the toughest races in the country. For more information, go to http://www.prescott.org/community_events_calendar.php … [Read more...] about Whiskey Row Marathon
In Celebration of the Easter Holiday
“Like many Arizonans, this weekend I will celebrate with my family and friends one of the most sacred, joyous and important holidays of the Christian faith. “Easter provides us an opportunity to share in all the miracles of life, and in the blessings we hold dearest, regardless of religion. Let us reflect on and rejoice in the universal gifts of love, peace, sacrifice, faith, and hope. “I also ask that we keep in our thoughts and prayers our brave men and … [Read more...] about In Celebration of the Easter Holiday
Protecting Artifacts and Boosting Economy
Back in 2009, when journalist Steve Ayers looked around Camp Verde, it appeared to him that if something did not happen, there soon would be no advertisers left to support the local newspaper. Later, at an event in Sedona, Ayers sat next to archaeology enthusiast Ken Zoll, who outlined his dream to one day have a place in the Verde Valley where archaeologists and lay people could meet, share ideas, curate artifacts and manage a museum. “I asked Ken if he would be interested in doing that in … [Read more...] about Protecting Artifacts and Boosting Economy
Fire Restrictions in Place for QC
Campfire and smoking restrictions will be implemented at 8 a.m. Friday, April 18, on the Coconino, Kaibab, Prescott and Tonto National Forests in order to protect public health and reduce preventable human-caused fires. On the Kaibab National Forest, restrictions will apply only to the Williams and Tusayan Ranger Districts. Fire restrictions will not yet be implemented on the North Kaibab Ranger District due to different weather and fuels conditions. Under the restrictions, fires, … [Read more...] about Fire Restrictions in Place for QC
Health Insurance for Small Business
New resources are available to Arizona small business owners seeking to provide health insurance options to their employees under the Affordable Care Act. The Small Business Health Options Program, or SHOP, is part of the new Health Insurance Marketplace. SHOP gives small business owners access to available choices for quality, private health insurance plans. The Marketplace website,Healthcare.gov, provides helpful information and tools to allow you to compare plans and choose … [Read more...] about Health Insurance for Small Business