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
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Local Women Adding Style to PV
Whether you want to add volume and length with extensions, decorate the whole softball team in hot pink streaks or go with a smooth stacked A-line, Codi Dodge and Drey Duran are ready to quench your thirsty Arizona hair with leave-in conditioner and spoil you in style. Dodge grew up in Prescott Valley. Duran grew up in Prescott. Their paths crossed and their lives changed when they met in a Prescott beauty college 13 years ago. The two became fast friends as they clipped, permed, dyed and … [Read more...] about Local Women Adding Style to PV
SolarWorks Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Arizona's SolarWorks celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Prescott Valley and Prescott Chambers present. SolarWorks LLC., is settling in to the new location at 3250 Gateway Boulevard, while continuing to serve the Verde Valley and Sedona from the Cottonwood office. More information about SolarWorks LLC is available online at http://solarworksaz.com/ or by calling toll free 1-877-634-578 … [Read more...] about SolarWorks Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
State Welcoming Apple and 700 Jobs
Governor Jan Brewer and the Arizona Commerce Authority are celebrating a major announcement that Apple has chosen Mesa, Arizona as the location of its newest U.S. manufacturing facility. This will create at least 700 quality jobs in the first year and generate significant capital investment. The project also will produce approximately 1,300 construction and other associated jobs for the people of Arizona. “Apple is indisputably one of the world’s most innovative companies and I’m … [Read more...] about State Welcoming Apple and 700 Jobs
Spirited Entrepreneurs Find Recession-Proof Niche
The next time you order a margarita with your carnitas at Prescott’s El Gato Azul, ask for one made with Scorpion mezcal and be sure to check out the bottle. While some mescal comes bottled up with a worm, the Scorpion Silver Mezcal at El Gato Azul will have a real scorpion inside and a tiny Mexican sombrero on the outside of the bottle. For this novelty that surely will make the experience memorable for your visiting East Coast relatives, thank Bob Pike and Bill Peryer. The difference … [Read more...] about Spirited Entrepreneurs Find Recession-Proof Niche
Gosar Listening to Business Leaders
Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) held roundtables in Prescott, Cottonwood and Prescott Valley yesterday to discuss the government slowdown, the debt ceiling, Obamacare and other issues with local business leaders. The events were attended by business owners, leaders from local Chambers of Commerce and government officials. After the roundtables Rep. Gosar said, “People are fed up with the gridlock and partisanship in Washington. They are sick of feeling like pawns in a political … [Read more...] about Gosar Listening to Business Leaders
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
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
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
Midnight? Holiday? Emergency Pet Doctor is In
In the hilly and mountainous regions of Northern Arizona, it is not uncommon for pets to come into contact with wild animals such as javelina, coyotes, snakes or poisonous insects. Arizona’s extreme temperatures also can be dangerous to pets. All too often, pets are injured or become sick during the night or on weekends or holidays – times when the family veterinarian is not in the office. Until recently, concerned pet owners would have to try to reach the veterinarian after hours or drive … [Read more...] about Midnight? Holiday? Emergency Pet Doctor is In