Vermillion Homes, Northern Arizona’s premier custom home builder, continues to set a high standard for excellence, transparency and craftsmanship in residential construction. Founded and led by Tim Vermillion, a seasoned homebuilding professional with more than three decades of industry experience, the company is leaving a lasting imprint across Yavapai County with homes built to stand the test of time. Tim and his wife relocated from North Phoenix to Prescott, Arizona, in July 2022, drawn by … [Read more...] about Vermillion Homes: Building Northern Arizona’s Legacy of Quality and Integrity
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Accessorizing Your Hearing
Technology is constantly evolving, often at a rapid pace, with the goal of improving and simplifying the experience of the user. If you buy a new phone, you get a pair of wireless earbuds. Hearing aids are similar. While modern hearing aids can significantly improve a wearer’s quality of life, some situations could still be improved with the addition of an accessory – situations such as listening to someone behind you while hiking or catching all the information at a meeting. Fortunately, there … [Read more...] about Accessorizing Your Hearing
Avoid Holiday Headaches with Plumbing Tips to Keep Your Home Flowing Smoothly
Welcome to “At Home With Tom & Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop and tips on everything A to Z for your home, and we love talking about the construction industry. Settle in, enjoy and have fun reading our column. We sure do enjoy sharing our words with you. Thanks for being such loyal and great readers. Sandy: We had a great visit last month with Kassandra and Skip Lawhorn, owners of Lawhorn Plumbing. We have invited Kassandra and Skip back again this month to talk about … [Read more...] about Avoid Holiday Headaches with Plumbing Tips to Keep Your Home Flowing Smoothly
OERizona Network, Including Yavapai College, Named Finalist in Education Awards
OERizona Network, an alliance of Arizona colleges and universities committed to improving student access to higher education through open educational resources, has been named a finalist in the 2025 Open Education Awards for Excellence. “This award is a mechanism for recognizing open education work around the world,” said Yavapai College Director of Academic Initiatives Megan Crossfield, who also serves as OERizona Network Board President. “It will raise awareness of the OERizona Network and … [Read more...] about OERizona Network, Including Yavapai College, Named Finalist in Education Awards
Why I’m Passionate About Serving the Quad Cities
Prescott may be where my journey began, but the Quad Cities as a whole has captured my heart. These communities are built on connection, kindness and a genuine sense of belonging. Over the years, my experience as a local business owner has deepened my appreciation for the people and spirit that make this area so special. For me, being part of the Quad Cities means showing up, not just in business, but in life. I’ve had the privilege of working with so many incredible local residents, each with … [Read more...] about Why I’m Passionate About Serving the Quad Cities
Yavapai College SBDC and White Mountain Economic Development Supporting Small Businesses
In a region where small businesses play a critical role in local economies, the collaboration between the Yavapai College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and White Mountain Economic Development (WMED) demonstrates how two organizations can work together to provide robust support to entrepreneurs and existing business owners alike. Yavapai College SBDC: Services and Role The Yavapai College SBDC is part of the state and national network of Small Business Development Centers, providing … [Read more...] about Yavapai College SBDC and White Mountain Economic Development Supporting Small Businesses
Brown Thumbs Bootcamp: A Plant Killer’s Guide to Success
You’ve got a brown thumb. It’s OK; we all start somewhere. The good news is that you don’t have to be born with a green thumb; you can grow one. All it takes is understanding a few things about our high-desert environment and using them to your advantage. It’s about working with our climate, not against it. Understanding Arizona’s Garden Zones and Frost Dates Growing Zones - Arizona is vast, and its climate varies significantly. Here in Prescott, we are located in USDA Plant Hardiness … [Read more...] about Brown Thumbs Bootcamp: A Plant Killer’s Guide to Success
The Stories We Wear: How Jewelry Becomes Part of Family History
Every family has its treasures – the heirlooms that carry more than gold or silver value, but a lifetime of love, memories and history. For many, those treasures take the form of jewelry. Whether it’s a grandmother’s wedding ring, a father’s wristwatch or a vintage brooch passed down through generations, jewelry often tells the story of who we are and where we came from. Prescott resident Linda T. remembers the day her mother gave her a delicate gold locket that once belonged to her … [Read more...] about The Stories We Wear: How Jewelry Becomes Part of Family History
Reflecting on Service: Mayor Phil Goode Looks Back on Prescott’s Progress
As my second term as mayor concludes, it is a good time to reflect on my years of public service to the citizens of Prescott. I am pleased with the accomplishments during my two terms as mayor, one term as a Prescott City Councilmember and one term on the Planning and Zoning Commission. One of the themes of my service has been increased public transparency. In the early stages of my first term as mayor, I asked Council to instate the Open Call to the Public at Council meetings. Recently, the … [Read more...] about Reflecting on Service: Mayor Phil Goode Looks Back on Prescott’s Progress
Unlocking Generosity: The Charitable Power of Real Estate Gifts
As they say in philanthropy, “Cash is King.” Gifts of appreciated stock have also become a common gift for philanthropic purposes. There are other options. One underutilized option is real estate. Gifts of real estate – ranging from personal residences and vacation homes to farmland, rental properties and undeveloped land – offer a powerful tool for donors to support causes they care about while potentially unlocking substantial financial and tax benefits. You might ask, “Why real estate?” … [Read more...] about Unlocking Generosity: The Charitable Power of Real Estate Gifts
