Jasmine Demaline, a 2012 Yavapai College nursing graduate, has received a 2014 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship that will provide her with up to $30,000 a year to pursue her bachelor’s degree at the university of her choice. Only 85 such scholarships were awarded this year out of 3,705 applicants. According to the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, scholars were selected based on high academic ability and achievements, persistence, leadership and financial … [Read more...] about YC Grad Receiving Prestigious Scholarship
Navigating the Springtime Garden Center
Freed from the caged-in feeling brought on by snow and cold weather, it's hard to avoid walking out of a nursery with either too much or too little of what we need for our yards and gardens. There are a few steps that can help size up what we must have, assess a nursery’s inventory, and shop with the ease and confidence of a professional. All it takes is some planning and a bit of shopping savvy to feel secure that when you return home your time will have been spent efficiently and without … [Read more...] about Navigating the Springtime Garden Center
One-Year Anniversary Activities for Firefighters
The City of Prescott has launched a website for communications regarding the one-year anniversary of the death of the Granite Mountain Hotshots. Groups planning events to commemorate the anniversary, are invited to post on the site to communicate to the public. http://www.cityofprescott.net/hotshots_anniversary.php City Services The City will be close at 3:00 p.m. on June 30th to enable employees to participate in the anniversary activities. Proclamation The City will be issuing an … [Read more...] about One-Year Anniversary Activities for Firefighters
Mountain Artist’s Gallery’s Printmaking Exhibit
Southwest Fine Art Printmakers will be highlighted at the Mountain Artists' Spotlight Gallery Room later this month. The exhibit is called 'Ink Spots and Impression - A Show of Diverse Forms of Fine Art Printmaking.' The invitational juried show is the first of its kind, and is being curated by Donna Carver. The idea for this show came about from the fact that there seems to be a great misunderstanding as to what exactly is Fine Art Printmaking and a Fine Art Print. There are always … [Read more...] about Mountain Artist’s Gallery’s Printmaking Exhibit
Prescott Costco Offering Diesel Fuel
In response to requests from Costco members, representatives from the Prescott Costco say have started selling diesel fuel. To date, the only other Costco location selling diesel fuel is in Colorado. “We look forward to seeing our loyal and new members in the future,” said Edie Spencer from Costco’s marketing department. In addition, the Prescott Costco will be participating in the Children’s Miracle Network. In May, special fundraising events are planned at 580 warehouses to … [Read more...] about Prescott Costco Offering Diesel Fuel
PV’s Battle of the Bands
May 17th, 2:00 - 7:00 p.m. Held at the Prescott Valley's Mountain Valley Park Amphitheater. … [Read more...] about PV’s Battle of the Bands
Women in Business Luncheon
May 14. Prescott Chamber-Sponsored Women in Business Luncheon. Hassayampa Inn, 122 E. Gurley Street. $20 for members. $30 for non members. RSVP http://www.prescott.org/ … [Read more...] about Women in Business Luncheon
Recognizing Prescott Alumnus, Students
Yavapai College alumnus Ernie Jones, Sr., president of the Yavapai-Prescott Indian Tribe, and 24 exceptional Yavapai College students were honored at the college’s annual recognition event April 8 at the Yavapai College Performing Arts Center. Jones was named Yavapai College’s Outstanding Alumnus from the Prescott Campus. Steve Walker, YC vice president of advancement and executive director of the Yavapai College Foundation, introduced Jones and presented him with his … [Read more...] about Recognizing Prescott Alumnus, Students
Kyle Hader Named Officer of the Year
A Prescott Valley Police officer who began his career with the department as a youth Explorer in 2006, on Friday night accepted the honor of Officer of the Year. Kyle Hader became an intern with the Prescott Valley Police in 2010, but a hiring freeze during the recession kept him from being hired. He accepted a position as an unpaid reserve officer and completed the Northern Arizona Regional Training Academy in Prescott Valley. After graduating NARTA and completing a 12-week field training … [Read more...] about Kyle Hader Named Officer of the Year
Billy Casper to Manage Antelope Hills
The Prescott City Council has approved a five-year agreement with Billy Casper Golf to manage Antelope Hills golf courses beginning May 1, 2014. Billy Casper Golf will operate golf-related activities, including the pro shop, driving range, carts, cart barn and restaurant at the 36-hole facility, while the City will continue to be responsible for golf-course maintenance and capital improvements. The public-private partnership with Billy Casper Golf is designed to bring a new approach to the … [Read more...] about Billy Casper to Manage Antelope Hills