Arizona Philharmonic (AZ Phil) welcomes world-renowned conductor Maestro Peter Bay back to the stage to begin its sixth season, which features six compelling performances. Bay will be leading the full orchestra in Serenades and Symphonies on Sept. 10 at the intimate Ruth Street Theater, featuring Beethoven, Dvořák and Martinů. Beethoven’s Fourth Symphony showcases Beethoven’s mastery of classical form, while hinting at the more daring and innovative Romantic expression that would come to … [Read more...] about Serenades and Symphonies to Open Arizona Philharmonic’s Sixth Season
Prescott Chamber of Commerce
City Highlights Projects for Year Ahead
Recently, I presented the State of the City address to business leaders at the Prescott Chamber of Commerce Annual meeting. As I stated in my presentation, the state of the city is strong. Here are some of the highlights from my presentation. We have a new Mayor Pro Tem, Brandon Montoya. I wish to thank Cathey Rusing for her service in this role during the past year, and I look forward to working with Mr. Montoya in this capacity. As you know, we welcomed Connie Cantelme as new councilperson, … [Read more...] about City Highlights Projects for Year Ahead
Celebrating the Holidays in Arizona’s Christmas City
During this time of year, our thoughts turn to all of the wonders of Christmas and the holiday season. Prescott is Arizona’s Christmas City. This was done by proclamation by Arizona Governor Rose Mofford in 1989. Prescott has proudly carried this title, and we have endeavored to live up to it ever since. A few years back, Prescott was named one of the best cities in America in which to experience Christmas. We invite you and your family to join us for the many events that take place between … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Holidays in Arizona’s Christmas City
Market Strategist Discusses Supply Chain, Interest Rates, Inflation, Cars
Despite increasing mortgage interest rates, the worst inflation the nation has experienced in 40 years and a falling stock market, a senior analyst and technical market strategist for LPL Financial Investment says, “Don’t panic. The U.S. economy still remains the strongest around the world.” Scott Brown, based at the LPL office in Charlotte, North Carolina, delivered this message to dozens of business and financial professionals in Prescott. Using the theme, “From Hand-up to Hand-off,” Brown … [Read more...] about Market Strategist Discusses Supply Chain, Interest Rates, Inflation, Cars
Prescott Mayor Calls Economic Outlook ‘Strong’
Prescott Mayor Phil Goode said economic growth in the greater community seemed “…more than just solid for the coming year” when he shared his State of the City comments with hundreds of local residents. Goode was the featured speaker during the Prescott Chamber of Commerce annual meeting on March 1 at the Prescott Resort. The mayor’s remarks followed those of outgoing Chamber Board Chair Danielle Rickets, manager at Sir Speedy, and incoming 2022-23 Board Chair Mackenzie Rodgers, a local … [Read more...] about Prescott Mayor Calls Economic Outlook ‘Strong’
Granite Creek Corridor Improvements Delayed
Long-anticipated improvements along the Granite Creek Corridor will be delayed for at least a year because bids for the requested construction came in substantially higher than what had been originally estimated. Instead of beginning the improvement project last October, initial construction now likely won’t begin until October 2022, with completion anticipated in April 2023. Only two bids were submitted, one by Asphalt Paving and Supply for $2.55 million, the other from Fann Contracting … [Read more...] about Granite Creek Corridor Improvements Delayed
Sheri Heiney Focuses on Strengthening Businesses
Sheri Heiney, president and CEO of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, is close to completing her fifth year as head of the influential organization that provides business and economic leadership for a community approaching 48,000 in population. “It’s hard to believe all that happened during these past few years. When my husband, John, and I first arrived the day after Christmas 2016, the economy was booming. Prescott and surrounding areas were in the midst of major growth. That’s what prompted … [Read more...] about Sheri Heiney Focuses on Strengthening Businesses
Straight to the Table
The Prescott Chamber of Commerce Farm to Table Experience is being presented and organized by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, with Dignity Health as the main sponsor. Mortimer Farms, the host organization, speculates that this, the fifth year for the event, will be the largest and most successful yet. The experience is scheduled for 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday, Sep. 18, or Monday, Sept. 20, if it is rained out on Saturday. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Sheri Heiney said this year will … [Read more...] about Straight to the Table
Center for the Future Makes its Home in Downtown Prescott
What was formerly a City of Prescott annex building behind City Hall is now home to the Center for the Future, a hub for innovation, incubation, business attraction, growth and retention of cutting-edge technology firms. It became official at noon, Friday, July 13, when CFF President and Director John Haass, Ph.D., was joined by leaders from the community, city, Yavapai County, State of Arizona and representatives of Congress in declaring the CFF officially at home at 220 South … [Read more...] about Center for the Future Makes its Home in Downtown Prescott
Small Businesses Struggle with Labor Shortage
Restaurateur Paul Moir may well have summed up how small business owners are feeling: “The labor shortage is the cherry on top of what has been a very difficult year.” The co-owner of Brix and Proper Meats and Provisions and many other small business owners in the state are reporting a similar challenging timeline throughout the past 15 months. Businesses were closed in March 2020. Some were able to adjust and open through the summer and fall with curbside service and strict social distancing … [Read more...] about Small Businesses Struggle with Labor Shortage