Recognizing that many older users of high-tech and new tech devices, including computers, tablets and telephones, are often frustrated with the complex operating systems that let such system function, Chris Watson founded Prescott Tech with the specific intent of helping individuals understand how to make such systems work. Watson, who earned an applied science degree from the Art Institute of Phoenix, has been in Prescott since 2013. He recently founded his company, saying that more and … [Read more...] about Tech Services Expert Targets Older Market
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City Initiates ‘WaterSmart’ Education Programs
Recognizing that many residents in the Quad Cities area have questions about future water supplies and availability, The City of Prescott, through its Water Resource Management office, will offer a full year of water education programs. The hour-long educational presentations will begin at noon Feb. 21, in the Prescott Public Library; and will continue through the year, on the third Wednesday of each month. Prescott City Manager Michael Lamar announced the programs by stressing that the … [Read more...] about City Initiates ‘WaterSmart’ Education Programs
Planetarium Offering Free Shows
Ever step out and marvel at the crisp night sky we enjoy in central Arizona? Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is offering programs to help us learn more about what we are seeing. Free shows are being cited as premier productions to introduce the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium to Central and Northern Arizona. Eric Edelman and Andrew Fraher, ERAU staff who help coordinate the programs, report requests for free tickets have resulted in full capacity crowds for every show so far. The … [Read more...] about Planetarium Offering Free Shows
Breathing New Life into Bankrupt Racetrack
Pounding hooves of quarterhorses and thoroughbreds may soon echo off the previously non-active Yavapai Downs racetrack if all expectations of its new owners are met. In a $3.22 million deal that just closed in mid-January, the racetrack has been purchased by Kentucky Downs President Corey Johnsen and his four associates from JACOR Partners in Phoenix. The JACOR Partners are brothers Tom, Dave and Mike Auther; and Joe Jackson, all principals in a real estate investment and development … [Read more...] about Breathing New Life into Bankrupt Racetrack
Babbitt Ranches Soaring with Eagles
Efforts are underway to increase the number of golden eagles on Babbitt Ranches in Northern Arizona. Researchers are concerned a drier, warmer climate may be changing the prey base – decreasing the number of small mammals that the eagles eat – and at the same time, increasing populations of harmful insects that can be deadly to eaglets. “When the vegetation is more sparse, we can see fewer jackrabbits, fewer cottontails. And that type of an effect reverberates across the landscape, with … [Read more...] about Babbitt Ranches Soaring with Eagles
Promoting Workplace Equality to Benefit All
The most compelling argument for gender equality in the workplace evokes the “what if” of societal growth and human potential if the intellectual capital of female workers were to be fully explored, fostered, mentored and acknowledged. Until women command parity, there is no telling what discoveries the world could forfeit. Consider this: “If the cure for cancer is in the mind of a girl on the Navajo Reservation, we may never find it” because that youngster’s talent may never be known or … [Read more...] about Promoting Workplace Equality to Benefit All
Scholarships Helping to Ease Teacher Shortage
A local foundation is taking steps to improve the teacher shortage in Yavapai County by increasing its pledge to support qualified scholarship applicants. Yavapai County residents interested in pursuing an education degree now can apply for one of several $2,000 or more scholarships for the coming academic year. Grants are available from the Gardner Family Teacher Scholarships (GiFTS), (formerly known as the Education Scholarship Endowment-Yavapai County (ESEYC). Written applications … [Read more...] about Scholarships Helping to Ease Teacher Shortage
New Women’s Resale Store in PV Helps Women Through Sales and Donations
Connie Meeks prides herself on being a country girl. She lives on a dirt road on the prairie north of Prescott Valley; she teaches others how to ride horses and she embraces rural living. Meeks is also a team leader and distributor for Melaleuca, an online and in-home wellness company. In this role, she is required to attend conventions and give product presentations groups of all sizes. Most comfortable in her blue jeans and boots, her greatest professional concern is how to dress in … [Read more...] about New Women’s Resale Store in PV Helps Women Through Sales and Donations
Aviation Leader Emphasizing Communication Skills, Attitude, Work Ethic
Real success in the business and professional world requires far more than just academic and technical skills. That is the message from senior vice president of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Katie Pribyl. She addressed Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduates during their Dec. 16 commencement. “One really important thing that you probably aren’t expecting to hear – but it is really important: Have the discipline to put your dang phone down – and listen and think,” … [Read more...] about Aviation Leader Emphasizing Communication Skills, Attitude, Work Ethic
Yavapai County Leads Arizona in Financial Health
Experts say there is more to financial health than simply how much income individuals generate in a given year. It has a lot to do with where you live and your neighbors. SmartAssets, a personal finance company based in New York, did a survey on Arizona counties and discovered Yavapai County came out on top. Rank County Debt as % of Income Bankruptcies Poverty Rate Unemployment Rate Financial Health Index 1 Yavapai, … [Read more...] about Yavapai County Leads Arizona in Financial Health