Delving deep into political intrigue energizes Mike Rothmiller, a former Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) detective, who, in 1977 at age 27, had been the youngest person assigned to the department’s Organized Crime Intelligence Division (OCID). The division armed a succession of LA police chiefs with intelligence to peddle influence and intimidate opponents, Rothmiller said. Among about 70 detectives active during Rothmiller’s five-year tenure, he noted, not one arrest was made. “Going … [Read more...] about Retired L.A. Detective Stuns with ‘Bombshell’
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Smoothing Out Life’s Bumps
Cameron and Erika Snow are exactly the people you’d want managing the fallout if your motor vehicle were sideswiped, rear-ended, dented or otherwise damaged in a mishap. The Snows, owners of Preferred Auto Body, Inc., apply their know-how to making your prized wheels look as good as new. From coordinating with insurance companies to buffing newly repaired auto bodies, their 11-person crew aims for complete customer satisfaction. Since purchasing Preferred Auto Body in 2014, the Snows have … [Read more...] about Smoothing Out Life’s Bumps
Alexa Scholl: Prescott’s Rising Star
Smiling broadly, which she does often, 23-year-old Alexa Scholl recalls how a local radio talk show host acknowledged that she shares the name “Alexa” with the Amazon electronic application that answers questions and performs communications tasks. It was suggested that the name recognition may have helped her win a seat on the Prescott City Council (PCC) when she was 20 years old. “I’d like to think it was a bit more than just ‘name recognition,’” she said. “I consider myself a Prescott … [Read more...] about Alexa Scholl: Prescott’s Rising Star
Challenges Ahead for Alzheimer’s Association Director
Lesley Jenkins, regional director for the Desert Southwest Chapter - Alzheimer’s Association, has a daunting task ahead. It involves creating more awareness and more support groups for what is becoming the most insidious illness attacking Arizonans – dementia caused by Alzheimer’s disease. It is the fifth leading cause of death in the state. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause – 60 to 80% – of all dementia cases. “Arizona leads the nation as the state with the highest growth rate of … [Read more...] about Challenges Ahead for Alzheimer’s Association Director
Nebeker Selected to Sculpt Bronze Statue Honoring Fallen Officers
One of America’s most renowned Western artists, Bill Nebeker, was selected to create a bronze sculpture as a memorial to officers who have lost their lives in service of citizens of Yavapai County. Nebeker’s selection was announced by the Yavapai Law Enforcement Memorial Committee (YLEMC), chaired by Sheriff Scott Mascher. Nebeker, a lifelong resident of Prescott, said he was humbled and honored beyond his ability to express. Recognized as one of the nation’s most prominent sculptors of … [Read more...] about Nebeker Selected to Sculpt Bronze Statue Honoring Fallen Officers
New HUSD Superintendent Facing Unparalleled Challenges
Acknowledging that his biggest challenge will be finding ways to deal with the impact of COVID-19 on the educational environment throughout the Humboldt Unified School District, John Pothast says he is “beyond excited” to be working in Prescott Valley. Pothast is beginning his job as superintendent of the largest school district in Yavapai County. He succeeds Dan Streeter, who accepted the superintendency position with the Marana School Unified District in northwest Tucson. “During my … [Read more...] about New HUSD Superintendent Facing Unparalleled Challenges
Mod Mom Furniture Designer Teams Up with Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation
Going from television sales in Chicago for the A&E network to stay-at-home mom in Los Angeles, Kiersten Hathcock was restless. “In addition to the fact that we needed to make up for my lost income, I realized quickly that I was wired to work and create. In 2006, I set up a garage sale and it looked like the display floor of The Gap. At that point, I knew I needed to do something to foster my creative side while I was home with the kids.” She also knew she needed toy storage for her young … [Read more...] about Mod Mom Furniture Designer Teams Up with Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation
Baking for Health
Cookies, cupcakes, donuts and brownies are not typically considered healthy foods, but Health Coach Karen Russell has found a way to bake for one’s sweet tooth without the processed sugar and gluten. Owner of Sedona-based Karen’s Gluten Free Living, Russell says her introduction to baking started as a child with an Easy Bake Oven. She recalls making Rice Krispies treats, cookies and brownies. “I was the oldest of seven siblings and I was always hungry, so I made snacks.” Russell’s … [Read more...] about Baking for Health
Country Doctor Celebrates a Lifetime of Memories in Northern Arizona
For decades, retired physician and cattle rancher George Yard and his wife, Sharon, a nurse, have impacted the medical, educational and agricultural fields of both Yavapai and Coconino Counties, directly and indirectly. Though both had their primary careers in hospital medicine in Coconino County, they nevertheless owned and operated a large cattle ranch Yavapai County, just east of Paulden and west of Perkinsville. For 25 years, beginning in 1991, the Yards managed the Y Bar D Ranch and … [Read more...] about Country Doctor Celebrates a Lifetime of Memories in Northern Arizona
Former Green Beret Tackling Jail Issues
The coming weeks and months will be demanding and intense, says Yavapai County Board of Supervisors Chair Craig Brown. Requests continue to come in for more services and facilities. That, he says, coupled with what looks to be an aggressive political year, will heat up the governmental landscape. “The major issue we supervisors will face in the next month is looking toward the estimated $70 million bond issue to pay for a new jail in Prescott. Some have said we need to spend more, but I am … [Read more...] about Former Green Beret Tackling Jail Issues