Prescott, AZ has recently been ranked as a prime area in the U.S. for teachers to live and work in the 3rd Annual "Best Cities for K-12 Teachers" report by consumer research website, GoodCall.com. Analysts ranked cities based on eight metrics that identify places that are affordable and pay teachers well, safe, have jobs available, have a populace that values education, and are nice places to live with abundant amenities. Takeaways Top cities tended to be smaller cities. The top 10% … [Read more...] about Prescott Teachers Making the Grade
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Mentoring Northern Arizona’s Small Businesses
SCORE has been helping entrepreneurs for more than three decades Everyone needs a little advice now and again, a nudge in the right direction, someone to bounce ideas off or provide a helping hand. This is exactly what small businesses have had since 1984 through the mentors who volunteer for Northern Arizona SCORE – and best of all, it is free. The main office for the Northern Arizona Chapter is located in Prescott; but help is available throughout Yavapai, Coconino and Mohave counties. … [Read more...] about Mentoring Northern Arizona’s Small Businesses
Only Navajo Resort in the World Turns Four
The Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort is celebrating four years in operation with activities from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, May 13, with an Arts and Crafts Fair, T-shirt and vacation giveaways, and cultural performances. The AAA Four Diamond resort and casino continues to show strong fiscal returns as it provides jobs and economic stability to Flagstaff and Northern Arizona families. Twin Arrows recently opened a new buffet and truckers lounge. Anniversary … [Read more...] about Only Navajo Resort in the World Turns Four
Village of Oak Creek Named Arizona’s Most Tax Friendly Place for Retirees
The sleepy Village of Oak Creek boasts one grocer, several restaurants and a small outlet mall. But recently, the hamlet on the southern outskirts of Sedona earned new bragging rights. The Village of Oak Creek was just named Arizona’s No. 1 on SmartAsset’s list of “Most Tax Friendly Places for Retirees.” Of the 10 Arizona communities designated as “tax friendly for retirees,” three other Northern Arizona communities make the list: Williamson (No. 2), Doney Park (No. 9) and New Kingman-Butler … [Read more...] about Village of Oak Creek Named Arizona’s Most Tax Friendly Place for Retirees
Seeking Destination, Lifestyle Retailers
Robust. Vibrant. Optimistic. Moving forward. Such are descriptors by economic development professionals with the Town of Prescott Valley and the City of Prescott regarding their retail industries. Quad Cities Business News caught up with Ben Hooper, economic development coordinator for the Town of Prescott Valley; Wendy Bridges, economic development coordinator and film commissioner for the City of Prescott; and John Heiney, community outreach manager for the City of Prescott, to obtain … [Read more...] about Seeking Destination, Lifestyle Retailers
Western Diné Alliance for Economic Development and Preservation
The Western Diné Alliance is an organization fixed on promoting economic development and stepping up to challenges and stagnation of development projects in the Western Navajo Nation. With Navajo Generating Station closing in 2019 and the loss of over 1,000 jobs, Navajos in the Western Agency are in a real predicament. The Alliance is working to end the infighting and contentiousness surrounding job creation and economic development for the preservation of Navajo families and culture, as they … [Read more...] about Western Diné Alliance for Economic Development and Preservation
Cheering for Professional Sports, Economic Benefits
With no hesitation, speakers during an economic development symposium endorsed multi-purpose sports and recreational facilities as positive economic contributors to the fiscal well-being of communities in which they are located. The dominant theme: no matter the size of a community, robust recreational and/or participatory sports venues and activities have economic benefits. Chris Presson, president of the Northern Arizona Suns professional basketball team, notes that the NAZ Suns have … [Read more...] about Cheering for Professional Sports, Economic Benefits
April 19th, Watters Hosts Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Mixer
Local business owners or those Interested in finding more about the Chino Valley Area Chamber of Commerce and local business initiatives are invited to their next business Mixer on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 from 5-6:30pm. The event will be held at Watters Garden Center, 1815 Iron Springs Road in Prescott. Watters Garden Center is a locally owned nursery that specializes in providing avid gardeners and novices alike with the expertise and products to get things growing in the mountains of … [Read more...] about April 19th, Watters Hosts Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Mixer
Goodwill Merger Means More Services in Northern Arizona
For many, the Goodwill is a place to donate and purchase new and gently used clothing, household goods and other items. Each year, Goodwill stores and donation centers divert millions of pounds of material from going directly into landfills. And these pounds of clothes and other items add up to one huge benefit: the betterment of the community. These donation centers and stores are the primary revenue generators for the non-profit organization to fulfill its commitment to helping people find … [Read more...] about Goodwill Merger Means More Services in Northern Arizona
THE LOFT TRANSITIONS TO MANZANITA HOUSING FOR VULNERABLE WOMEN
Starting on Friday, February 24, 2017, Catholic Charities’ The Loft, a drop-in day center serving the homeless, will be closing and transitioning into Manzanita Housing to serve vulnerable women. Catholic Charities will continue to provide support to the homeless through coordinated entry at its office and through other programs of homeless outreach and veteran services. The Loft space will be renovated into two bedrooms and a shared kitchen and living space to serve women exiting jail and … [Read more...] about THE LOFT TRANSITIONS TO MANZANITA HOUSING FOR VULNERABLE WOMEN