Governor Jan Brewer today announced the State of Arizona will continue funding Grand Canyon National Park in light of the continued federal government shutdown. “Grand Canyon’s importance to Arizona’s tourism industry and overall economy cannot be ignored,” said Governor Brewer. “While I am pleased the state is able to ensure the Canyon remains open during this critical season, it is well past time for the federal government to end this shutdown and pay its bills. We are doing our … [Read more...] about Governor Vowing to Keep Canyon Open
Helping Our Region’s Elderly
Organizers of Prescott Meals on Wheels are announcing the largest initiative the group has had yet. The Arizona Tax Donation Campaign is underway in the Quad Cities, with big news for 2013. It doesn’t matter whether filers itemize or not, file individually or jointly, the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit can be used to help our region’s elderly. Prescott Meals on Wheels has been serving the community since 1973. Last year alone the organization served 67,000 meals and 60% of the … [Read more...] about Helping Our Region’s Elderly
Gosar on Reopening Government
The House of Representatives passed 14 bills with bipartisan support over the last 10 days to fund critical functions of the government, many of which are a matter of life and death. Yet, Senate Majority Leader Reid and President Obama still refuse to take up most of these funding bills. Below is a list of the funding bills the House has passed, all of which in favor Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) voted: 25 Democrats voted with Republicans to fund pediatric cancer research. … [Read more...] about Gosar on Reopening Government
New Snow — 50 Days to Skiing
Fresh snow in the high county has outdoor enthusiasts pulling out their snow gear in anticipation of what Arizona Snowbowl expects to be its best season yet. As a reminder that the ski season is only 50 days away on the San Francisco Peaks, the ski resort received three to five inches of new snow last night, a sign for skiers and snowboarders to get those boards waxed and those discounted season passes picked up. Arizona Snowbowl crews are preparing the snow guns that soon will be fired up and … [Read more...] about New Snow — 50 Days to Skiing
Grand Canyon Open Despite Shutdown
The National Park Service today announced that it has entered into an agreement with the State of Arizona that will allow Grand Canyon National Park to re-open and temporarily operate during the government shutdown. Due to the lack of appropriations from Congress, the Department of the Interior was forced to close all national parks across the country last week and furlough more than 20,000 National Park Service employees who ensure the safety of visitors and the … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Open Despite Shutdown
Social Media – Mandatory In Today’s Business World?
Let’s put this question into perspective. Approximately 22 percent of online users are spending their time on social media platforms. The Internet has transformed the way we connect, therefore opening a door for the rapid growth of online marketing opportunities. As humans, we are empowered by the speed of discovery through our computers and mobile devices. Information is now at our fingertips, so why wouldn’t your business be a part of this technological movement? Social media platforms have … [Read more...] about Social Media – Mandatory In Today’s Business World?
Business is Booming in the Quad Cities
A visit to Frontier Village on Highway 69 provides a stark comparison to the region’s shopping scene a couple of years ago. A new McDonald’s, a 3,000-square-foot Starbucks, the new 20,000-square-foot Planet Fitness facility and the much-welcomed Picture Show Entertainment provide a sign of the improved economy. And when you visit Frontier Village’s website, you can watch a video titled, To Think They Called us a Ghost Town, complete with a Ghost Train song and messages including, “alive, … [Read more...] about Business is Booming in the Quad Cities
Ken Bennett in Yarnell
Secretary of State Ken Bennett is among the officials expected to attend the Town Hall Meeting in Yarnell Oct. 9th. Yavapai County Supervisor Rowle Simmons has invited all Yarnell and Peeples Valley residents to a Town Hall Meeting Wednesday from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. at the Yarnell Community Presbyterian Church located at 16455 Table Top Way in Yarnell. The agenda will include presentations from Byron Jaspers, Yavapai County Public Works; Steven Mauk, Yavapai County Development Services; Charlie … [Read more...] about Ken Bennett in Yarnell
Phx Sympony in Prescott
Oct. 27th, 3:00p.m. 228 N. Alarcon St. (928) 776-4255. More information at yavapaisymphony.org … [Read more...] about Phx Sympony in Prescott
Shaping Region’s Economic Future
Some groups that think purposeful business attraction will create a stronger Quad Cities area are working together on GPREP, or the Greater Prescott Regional Economic Partnership. The nascent effort has been slow to gain a foothold, but the group has plans to stimulate the local economy by attracting new businesses to the region. One of the groups supportive of economic development is Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Bryan Dougherty serves as dean of enrollment management. … [Read more...] about Shaping Region’s Economic Future