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In the hilly and mountainous regions of Northern Arizona, it is not uncommon for pets to come into contact with wild animals such as javelina, coyotes, snakes or poisonous insects. Arizona’s extreme temperatures also can be dangerous to pets. All too often, pets are injured or become sick during the night or on weekends or holidays – times when the family veterinarian is not in the office. Until recently, concerned pet owners would have to try to reach the veterinarian after hours or drive … [Read more...] about Midnight? Holiday? Emergency Pet Doctor is In

When the notion of gluten-free diets first emerged, it seemed like a New Age food trend or the latest fad diet. But, its popularity didn’t fade. In fact, when it hit the mainstream, manufacturers took notice and began spending millions on research, development and marketing a variety of more tasty, gluten-free products. Stores like Trader Joe’s, New Frontiers and Wal-Mart added gluten-free selections to their stores. New Frontiers in Prescott began experiencing a demand for gluten-free items … [Read more...] about Gluten Free is Good for Business

Donna Holick and Charlotte Peters love animals. They love animals so much they decided to open a store just for them called Whiskers Barkery in Prescott. Holick is no stranger to the business. She has been doing it since age 16, when she worked for a local pet store. Then she had her own shop for 20 years and later worked for a pet-related corporation. Peters is retired from the Longshoreman’s Union out of Long Beach, Calif. They had visited the Prescott area for years and finally moved here … [Read more...] about Serving the Quad Cities’ Four-Legged Clientele

It was August in Chicago when 18-year-old Jason Parkis, on his first day on the job in heating and air conditioning, found himself in the attic of a 100-year-old farmhouse during one of the hottest days on record. “It was 90 some degrees with 100 percent humidity and I was wrapping duct work with fiberglass insulation. I asked myself, ‘what am I getting myself into?’” Parkis said. What he was getting himself into was a career that has already lasted more than 18 years and has resulted in a … [Read more...] about

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Last year, Arizonans received 26 percent more megawatt hours of renewable energy than the previous year, reported APS to the Arizona Corporation Commission in May. That was enough to surpass Arizona’s renewable energy goals – set by the Arizona Corporation Commission – for the third straight year. To help reach aggressive future goals, APS is spending about $500 million to build new photovoltaic (PV) solar plants located across Arizona. One of those solar facilities was just approved by the … [Read more...] about Mining Arizona’s Abundant Sunshine

Best/Worst Jobs List Reflects Employment Trends By Brandy White and Theresa Bierer Quad Cities Business News According to CareerCast.com and the Jobs Rated Report, the title of America’s Best Job goes to Software Engineer. This continues to be on trend with previous years where the majority of professions ranked among the best required expertise in the fields of math, science or technology. However, this year’s top pick is the result of two emerging technological industries, web … [Read more...] about Best/Worst Jobs List Reflecting Trends

Ray Sola never thought his men’s clothing store would become a tourist attraction, but it has because of his bright yellow “Man At Leisure” sign out front. “At first I didn’t know what they were up to, but then I saw they were taking pictures. The husband always strikes a pose, trying to look as leisurely as possible,“ Sola said with a chuckle. “Sometimes I ask them if they want me to close the door so they can get a better angle,” he said. The sign, which resembles the “Men At Work” sign, is … [Read more...] about Man at Leisure

Healthcare is a significant part of the economy in Northern Arizona and one of the few with continued growth during the recession. Continuing uncertainties about the latest cuts are the biggest headache for hospitals and health centers across the region. “Things are in flux,” said Brian Hoefle, chief financial officer at the Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) in Prescott. “Reimbursement for patients on the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) program already wasn’t covering … [Read more...] about Uncertainty Over Healthcare

Sir Speedy in Prescott recently received a Century Club Award, placing them in an elite group of Sir Speedy franchises worldwide. The Century Club sales achievement award recognizes 100 of the top franchises in the entire network for outstanding sales achievement in 2012. The award was presented at the annual Sir Speedy International Convention, held July 24-28 at the Indianapolis Marriott. Sir Speedy in Prescott is owned by Ken and Susan Coleman. “The Colemans have not only achieved growth … [Read more...] about Sir Speedy Recognized as Top Franchise