Yavapai County is pleased to announce the appointment of George Lee to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Mr. Lee was appointed by the Board of Supervisors and represents District One. Mr. Lee joins Robert Cothern, John McReynolds, Dave Grondin, Michael Edmonds, Sandy Griffis and Matthew Zurcher also appointed earlier this year. Thomas Reilly, Jim Stewart and Curtis Lindner continue to serve as veteran members of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Planning Commission members … [Read more...] about County Appointing New P&Z Members
QC Prepping for Festival of Lights
For many Prescott Valley residents and visitors, the lighting of the Town’s Civic Center has become an enjoyable part of the holiday season. Behind the scenes, some hardworking employees begin in October to make the event a breathtaking sight. On Dec. 6, after a program and a big countdown, Mayor Harvey Skoog will give the order, and the entire Civic Center complex will come alive with multi colored lights. While the lights appear to come on with the flick of a switch, it actually is a … [Read more...] about QC Prepping for Festival of Lights
Groundbreaking for YC Teaching Winery
Yavapai College is set to begin construction of the Teaching Winery at the Southwest Wine Center, which will be the premier academic center supporting wine growers throughout the Southwest U.S. The SWC will serve as a hub of education, research and rural economic development activity. The Southwest Wine Center will be the knowledge gateway and data repository that will make new information, as well as historical data, about Arizona land, soil, water use, plant varietals and arid region best … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking for YC Teaching Winery
Amos Working as YRMC President
John Amos is settling in as YRMC’s new President and CEO. Clifford J. Morgan, MD, FACS, Chairman of the YRMC Board of Trustees, states, “We are exceedingly proud to have John in this role. The Board devoted two years to studying the qualities, characteristics and experience required of a top-quality healthcare system President and CEO. When we matched those variables with John’s background, his extensive screening performance and what we have observed while he served as East Campus COO, it was … [Read more...] about Amos Working as YRMC President
PV Recharging Brings Savings
The first part of a three-phase, state-of-the art reclaimed water recharge facility is up and running in the Town of Prescott Valley. The town has constructed five settling basins, at a cost of $1.4 million. The basins are located about one mile north of the advanced wastewater treatment facility, west of Fain Road and south of Lakeshore Drive on state-owned trust land leased by the town. The basins have a permitted recharge capacity of 2,400 acre feet of water per … [Read more...] about PV Recharging Brings Savings
SBA 504 Loans
Successful, growing businesses often face a difficult dilemma when trying to expand. A business may want to improve an existing facility, purchase or construct a new facility, or acquire expensive fixed assets such as heavy machinery or equipment. But growing businesses often have limited cash reserves because rising inventory levels, increased staffing and higher accounts receivable levels consume cash. What options are available when a company doesn’t have the typical 20 percent or more down … [Read more...] about SBA 504 Loans
Seven Nutrition Myths
Don't let these bits of food folklore throw you off the track to healthy eating. Myth One: Cut carbohydrates to get slim. Limit the amount of junk-food carbohydrates, like oversize muffins and bagels, cookies and chips. But remember, carbohydrates fuel your body and brain and offer quality nutrition. Fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains are chock full of disease-fighting nutrients. Experts warn that high-protein/low-carb plans help some people slim down in the short term, but … [Read more...] about Seven Nutrition Myths
Phone Accessories Raising Awareness
US Digital Media, a leader in licensed mobile accessories, is teaming up with Susan G. Komen, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, to raise at least $25,000 through the sale of officially licensed pink mobile accessories. US Digital Media is releasing an exclusive line of iconic pink earbuds, BudBag earbud cases, and USB mobile chargers featuring the Komen logo and iconic “Running Ribbon.” Families, friends and everyone touched by breast cancer can show support with fashionable and … [Read more...] about Phone Accessories Raising Awareness
New Prescott Business Designed to De-Stress
“Getting a massage is not like getting your brakes done,” said Mark Love. So true! Love, the owner of the Massage Envy in Prescott, knows of what he speaks. “It’s a very rewarding service because I get to see the best of everyone after each service,” he said. “When they come in, they are full of vinegar. When they come out, they have a different perspective.” Love says everyone should consider getting regular massages. He says some of the benefits include the reduction of blood … [Read more...] about New Prescott Business Designed to De-Stress
Quad Cities Trudging Toward Economic Recovery
Arizona is continuing to grow following the recession, but the greater Quad Cities area is lagging compared to more populous areas of the state. Research Professor Lee McPheters, Ph.D., gave a presentation in Prescott recently, discussing the region’s recovery. As director of the JPMorgan Chase Economic Outlook Center at the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, McPheters has been studying the state’s economy for more than 30 years. “If you define recovery as returning back … [Read more...] about Quad Cities Trudging Toward Economic Recovery