Chino Valley’s Women in Business program assists female business owners with networking, promoting their own and other small businesses, sharing ideas and finding solutions to unique problems women in business face. Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce CEO Loretta Brashear says many situations that women face in the business community are unique to their gender, especially when it comes to small business owners and sole proprietors. “Juggling family life with our professional life, … [Read more...] about Chino Valley Chamber Promoting Women in Business
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Babbitt Ranches Supporting Artemis Missions, Promoting Land-Use Ethic on Other Worlds
On land commonly occupied by Hereford cattle, pronghorn antelope and mule deer, a moon rover prototype cruises at a top speed of eight miles per hour near Black Point Lava Flow. It is here on Babbitt Ranches that NASA, Japan’s space program, JAXA, U.S. Geological Survey scientists, along with engineers and technicians, set up a space camp of sorts. They have been preparing for a series of Artemis Missions to enable human exploration of the moon and Mars. The first, the uncrewed Artemis 1, … [Read more...] about Babbitt Ranches Supporting Artemis Missions, Promoting Land-Use Ethic on Other Worlds
Large Animal Shelter Welcomes Visitors, Volunteers
As the cost of living continues to rise, caring for large animals has become more challenging as well. Dawn Chapton, co-owner of CP Mules and Equine Rescue in Chino Valley, said the non-profit organization recently received $500 in donations, but it continues to need help with both money and volunteers. CP Mules and Equine Rescue has 26 horses, 12 pigs, one cow, chickens, ducks and two turkeys – Tom and Brady. Chapton says many of their horses are purchased to save them from slaughter, but … [Read more...] about Large Animal Shelter Welcomes Visitors, Volunteers
Understanding Natural Gas from the Ground Up
Off the top of his head, UniSource Energy Services Director Martin Anaya can easily quote the dates and positions of his 41-year career in gas utilities, which began in 1981. Working literally from the ground up, Anaya’s first position was installing gas lines. As he progressed, his work kept steel pipes from corroding underground. “I started with Southern Union Gas and moved into doing corrosion control, also known as cathodic protection. I stayed in that discipline for many years. It is my … [Read more...] about Understanding Natural Gas from the Ground Up
Is Your Vacation Home or Vacation Rental Ready for the Season?
Vacation rentals and part-time homes are popular in the Prescott area. More and more people are purchasing homes and using them for their own vacation getaways or renting them out as vacation rentals. There are many things to consider if you do not live in your home full-time. If you own a part-time home that will be unoccupied during the winter months, it is very important to take these steps: Notify the police department that you will be away, and have a trusted neighbor or friend … [Read more...] about Is Your Vacation Home or Vacation Rental Ready for the Season?
ERAU Planning Expansion to Keep Up with Growth
With the announcement of record enrollment this semester, 3,166 students at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Chancellor Anette Karlsson says a new five-year plan for growth and expansion is being introduced, including new facilities on the Prescott campus. Major construction efforts will include a new wind tunnel to replace the current one. Also being planned are a new contemporary student union building, a new residence hall to accommodate the growing student population, and renovation … [Read more...] about ERAU Planning Expansion to Keep Up with Growth
Glamping Resort Immerses Eco-Conscious Travelers into Nature
When Jeremy Budge, founder and CEO of Backland, a luxury eco-resort, discovered a 160-acre parcel of land 36 miles west of Flagstaff, he felt, “This property is special.” He was looking for a place where modern travelers could escape from the hubbub of today’s world and immerse themselves in nature. The rare island of deeded land, surrounded by the Kaibab National Forest, was ceded to homesteader Clyde Moose in 1921. Since then, the hidden ranch, 20 miles southeast of Williams, was used as a … [Read more...] about Glamping Resort Immerses Eco-Conscious Travelers into Nature
Happy Jack Lodge Answering Recreation Demand, Easing Forest Impacts
Julie Pendergast walks through the scenic beauty of Happy Jack, enjoying the stately old growth ponderosa pines, gnarly oak trees and abundance of wildlife including red tail hawks, hummingbirds, deer, elk and squirrels. As the manager of Happy Jack Lodge & RV, located on Lake Mary Road between Mormon Lake and Clints Well, Pendergast calls out to recreationists by name and asks about their spouses and grandchildren. “People love it here,” she said. “Many store their RVs and enjoy the cool … [Read more...] about Happy Jack Lodge Answering Recreation Demand, Easing Forest Impacts
TOPS Encourages Weight-Loss Members
Hoping to see less of you,” may not be the kindest way to bid adieu, but for most of the members of Taking Off Pounds Successfully (TOPS Club, Inc.), it’s the hope and goal of this national non-profit hands-on approach to weight loss program. TOPS has been helping and supporting members for more than 70 years. Recently, Northern Arizona held their annual TOPS Fall Rally in Prescott. “We had members from all our nine chapters,” said TOPS Northern Arizona Advocate Mary L. Sylvester. “Payson, … [Read more...] about TOPS Encourages Weight-Loss Members
Blazin’ M Ranch Offering Holiday Hoedown
Crisp fall days and evenings illuminated by bright moons of harvest season make fall holiday celebrations especially memorable in the greater Verde Valley. Adding to the magic of the season is the Blazin’ M Ranch in Cottonwood, where actors are delivering the “Holiday Hoedown” from Nov. 29 through Dec.30. “It will be an unforgettable holiday experience,” said owner Ryan Glass, who promises to have the appealing Western Fronter town in full service, including a saloon, shops, wagon rides, … [Read more...] about Blazin’ M Ranch Offering Holiday Hoedown