The long-vacant former Kmart building in Prescott Valley will soon be a second home for Pruitt’s Fine Furniture, a Phoenix-based business. The family-owned company purchased the store at 7550 Highway 69 in December. Renovation efforts have been underway, with an opening date scheduled for March. “Because we’re a family-owned business, we’re able to move quickly and make business decisions much faster than national and international chain companies,” said General Manager Christy Smith. … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona’s Largest Furniture Store Opening in Prescott Valley
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Subaru Grand Opening Draws Crowd
Since late spring, when Findlay Subaru announced a major expansion of its dealership and facilities, until now, with the recent grand opening of the new 24,000-square-foot sales and service facilities, the Prescott dealership has become “…the highest value Subaru dealer in Central and Northern Arizona,” said Christian Robinson, director of internet sales and marketing. He noted that includes Flagstaff and Show Low. Proof of that success was perhaps documented during the Nov. 17 Grand … [Read more...] about Subaru Grand Opening Draws Crowd
Western Heritage Center Becoming a Reality
Famed Whiskey Row on Montezuma Street across from the iconic Courthouse Square soon will showcase the Western history and heritage of Prescott and Yavapai County. The Western Heritage Center (WHC), the building at 156 C S. Montezuma, is currently being renovated. It will accommodate what Western Heritage Foundation President Dennis Gallagher calls “…a facility for presenting a unique vision of our special history, culture and tradition in Yavapai County.” Gallagher further defines the … [Read more...] about Western Heritage Center Becoming a Reality
Skywest CEO Offers Graduates ‘Four Fundamental Truths’
The fall semester 2018 graduating class at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s (ERAU) Prescott campus helped celebrate the conclusion of the 40th anniversary of its founding in an impressive graduation ceremony. More than 1,000 people gave a standing ovation to the 249 students who received degrees ranging from baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral during morning ceremonies Dec. 15, at the Prescott Valley Event Center. Students from more than 17 nations were represented among the … [Read more...] about Skywest CEO Offers Graduates ‘Four Fundamental Truths’
Grand Opening of a Grand Lodge
With striking panoramic views in all directions – the Bradshaw Mountains, Thumb Butte, Granite Mountain, Watson Lake – the four-story Grand Lodge at Touchmark at the Ranch now is accepting residents. Located on a prominent ridge line just north of Highway 69 on the east side of Prescott across from the Prescott Gateway Mall, the Grand Lodge has 95 independent living homes, ranging from studio units to two-bedroom, two-bath plus a den and fully equipped kitchens. According to Executive … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of a Grand Lodge
Yavapai Reentry Program Helping Ex-Prisoners Start Again
Jennifer (not her real name), 45, was released from an eight-year prison sentence for drug-related charges and theft last month. Once married but now divorced, Jennifer is the mother of two adult children, both of whom live out of state and tend to ignore her because of her conviction. Jennifer has a college degree and once was a bank clerk. But now, as a felon, she’s having a difficult time finding a job in Yavapai County, especially in her home area of Dewey. She doesn’t have a driver’s … [Read more...] about Yavapai Reentry Program Helping Ex-Prisoners Start Again
Flying High: Prescott Airport on Track for Ten Thousand Enplanements
When resident David Anderson boarded his flight to Denver on Wednesday, Dec. 19, he became the 9,000th passenger to leave Prescott on a commercial flight this year. Airport Manager Robin Sobotta called that day “a milestone.” She is expecting an even bigger one on or about Dec. 29, when the 10,000th passenger boards a plane from the Prescott Regional Airport. “That’s when we qualify for the multi-million dollar increase in federal aviation grant money to improve our airport terminal.” At … [Read more...] about Flying High: Prescott Airport on Track for Ten Thousand Enplanements
Tourism Marketing Paying Dividends for Prescott
What seemed initially a modest annual investment, $36,000, has resulted in major dividends for the City of Prescott and local businesses, said City of Prescott Community Outreach Manager John Heiney. Heiney told Prescott City Council members, “All indications are that tourism statistics – number of visitors, dollars spent and taxes collected – are up substantially because of our relationship with Front Burner Media.” During his remarks at a Nov. 27 City Council meeting, Heiney requested … [Read more...] about Tourism Marketing Paying Dividends for Prescott
New Year, New Life After the Fall
Caleb Cordasco sits inconspicuously in the corner of downtown Flagstaff’s Late for the Train coffee house, confident, comfortable, quiet. Between sips from his mug, the 27-year-old responds to questions with the introspection and reflection of a much older person addressing far deeper concerns. His steady brown eyes reveal a profound sense of knowing from a young man who has journeyed to the outer limits of mental, emotional and physical pain, and is still standing. And that, by all accounts, … [Read more...] about New Year, New Life After the Fall
Local Chef On Stage at Smithsonian Food History Weekend
Chef Jason Flores lets his regional roots influence his menu at Shadowrock Tap + Table in Sedona. Perhaps that is why The Smithsonian National Museum of American History chose him to appear at the recent Smithsonian Food History Weekend. One of only six chefs asked to participate in the event’s live cooking demonstrations, Chef Flores discussed his family food traditions and of the importance of wild game in regional American cookery. The theme of the three-day weekend, “Regions Reimagined,” … [Read more...] about Local Chef On Stage at Smithsonian Food History Weekend