Although it has not been officially announced, plans are in place for a new Sprouts Farmers Market in the Quad Cities area. It is expected to be open next spring in the space that once housed Albertsons (and briefly, Hannigan's Island Market) on Sheldon and Montezuma streets, near Staples. While store officials are keeping details of the new store close to the vest, they can confirm, although there is already a Sprouts in Prescott Valley, there is still a demand for another in … [Read more...] about Sprouts to Fill Empty Space
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Full Service Eye Care Under One Roof
Considered by some to be the most modern and technologically up-to-date eye clinic in Central and Northern Arizona, the doors at M & M Eye Institute’s new location have only been open a few weeks and the client list keeps growing. Drive by the new 3192 Willow Creek Drive parking lot almost any time from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and you will see queues of cars angling for parking spots. “We’re serving anywhere from 80 to 120 patients daily, so our doctors and staff are … [Read more...] about Full Service Eye Care Under One Roof
The Art of Nonverbal Communication
Nonverbal communication can be more powerful – and often, even more influential – than what we say with words. It can have a tremendous impact on how our friends and family understand us. Experts in interpersonal communication have estimated that nonverbal communication constitutes approximately 70 percent of what is involved in communication. In other words, only about 30 percent of communication involves the actual words that we use. To me, this information is remarkable. As parents, we … [Read more...] about The Art of Nonverbal Communication
The Collective: Signaling a Rebirth
Blending with the dramatic red color palette of Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte that grace the background, The Collective in the Village of Oak Creek is a revitalized multi-use gathering space where residents and visitors can shop, eat, celebrate and just enjoy the natural beauty. Thomas MacPherson and his Fenix Private Capital Group purchased the property last year after selling another project in Phoenix. "It's a nice center, I love Sedona, and it's a great place to spend time and money to … [Read more...] about The Collective: Signaling a Rebirth
XCopter Training Pilots
Flying in a helicopter may well be an experience most of us will never forget. But piloting a helicopter is like trying to rub your head in a circular motion while patting your stomach and dancing the Macarena – all at the same time, according to a local pilot. Every part of the body is moving – just like the parts of the helicopter. And all parts – human or helicopter – must be under absolute control. Complicating the process are factors like weather conditions or system failures. Above … [Read more...] about XCopter Training Pilots
Businesses Trading Hotel Rooms, Printing, Flowers
Imagine that a museum needs $1,000 worth of printing done. If the museum is a member of the Value Card Alliance (VCA), it could contribute $1,000 worth of memberships to the network and VCA would find a printer in the system to get the job done. In return, the printer would receive a $1,000 credit with VCA, to be used for services that another VCA member provides. The printer is not limited to whatever is offered by the museum, but can choose from anything within the network across the country. … [Read more...] about Businesses Trading Hotel Rooms, Printing, Flowers
Multi-Million Dollar Touchmark Project Underway
Dozens of future residents attended groundbreaking for what will be the hub – The Clubhouse – for the multi-million dollar Touchmark at the Ranch retirement community construction site. Executive Vice President Tom Biel said the two-story building will be the focal point on the 44-acre site and an important social and wellness center for the broader community, as well. The 18,850-square-foot space will feature an upper level with a fireplace lounge, casual pub and restaurant, commercial … [Read more...] about Multi-Million Dollar Touchmark Project Underway
Mini Warehouses Providing Solutions for Small Businesses
Borrowing from the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears might be the best way to describe the Mini Business Warehouses in Prescott Valley. Many of those in small business need a warehouse, but most are way too big. On the other hand, average storage units are too small and not zoned for business, but the Mini Business Warehouses are just right. “These units, all zoned M1, are for retail, wholesale, manufacturing,” said owner Larry Lemelson. They are 400 to 600 square feet with roll-up … [Read more...] about Mini Warehouses Providing Solutions for Small Businesses
Prescott Valley Days Moves to April
In 1978, Prescott Valley was still just a wide place in the road. There was only one paved road, a couple of businesses, very few trees, hundreds of antelope and a two-lane road between Prescott and Prescott Valley. It was also the start of the annual Prescott Valley Days celebration, sponsored and organized by the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce and local businesses. Nearly 40 years later, the annual June event remains town’s signature event. Each year, thousands of people of all ages … [Read more...] about Prescott Valley Days Moves to April
Uhl Marking a Decade of Leadership
Conventional wisdom about community enhancement touts education, jobs, employer attraction and business retention, along with the strategies and tasks required to deliver them. The journey to any entity’s success, much like the famed Yellow Brick Road, is fraught with bumps in the pavers. Sometimes taken for granted are the dedicated visionaries who lead those efforts and inspire others to work alongside them. Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion did not need the Wizard … [Read more...] about Uhl Marking a Decade of Leadership