Have you ever thanked your “lucky stars” for something going your way, or thought, “What a coincidence!” when an expert showed up with the information or equipment you needed at that moment? Perhaps you simply have remarked, “That was a miracle!” I like to think of these instances as actual miracles, wonderful things that happen to us that we really wanted to have happen, or situations and events that turned out better than we could have imagined. Author, children’s furniture maker and … [Read more...] about Tapping into Intuition, Recognizing Miracles
Education
YC Positioned as a Leader in the New Educational Landscape
As president of Yavapai College, I wish all our students and communities a safe and healthy new year filled with joy. I am excited for the year to come at YC. We are continuing our mission of providing accessible, affordable education to the residents of Yavapai County. Our array of academic programs, extracurricular activities and cultural enrichment opportunities are of the highest quality. I continue to be amazed by Yavapai College’s impact on our communities. In 2020, a study was … [Read more...] about YC Positioned as a Leader in the New Educational Landscape
Volunteering, Learning, Celebrating Opportunities at Prescott Food Forest
"A very fun, educational experience!” That’s the exact quote of a happy Trinity Christian School student who just got done volunteering in the greenhouse at B Organic Farm in Chino Valley recently. In fact, in two days, there were 40 Trinity 9th graders learning, experiencing and helping tend to the garden at our new Gardeners Of Destiny (G.O.D.) Education Center. Teaching kids and people of all ages how to grow food is at the core of our mission. In addition, we teach the importance of … [Read more...] about Volunteering, Learning, Celebrating Opportunities at Prescott Food Forest
Former City Hall to Become Site for Proposed Prescott Common
The winning bid of $2.5 million submitted by Stroh Architecture won that firm the right to buy the land and submit a redevelopment plan that proposes a five-story building with a restaurant, hotel and apartment space. The project currently is called Prescott Common. The firm was selected unanimously by the Prescott City Council Tuesday, Oct. 18. Since then, Principal Architect Douglas Stroh and company representatives have met several times with city officials and other parties for … [Read more...] about Former City Hall to Become Site for Proposed Prescott Common
Out of Africa Celebrates Birthday Tigers
They come when their names are called, love to play and go on walks, and at over 150 pounds each, drink from a baby bottle. Meet Equinox and Exodus, Out of Africa’s Bengal tigers who are celebrating their first birthday. As playful as they are, they may seem like big domesticated cats, but touching them is strictly off limits to visitors. “I get to hug my tigers every day,” said Out of Africa Wildlife Park carnivore manager and biologist Addam Krauch. “They are growing so fast and … [Read more...] about Out of Africa Celebrates Birthday Tigers
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
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
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