Delving deep into political intrigue energizes Mike Rothmiller, a former Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) detective, who, in 1977 at age 27, had been the youngest person assigned to the department’s Organized Crime Intelligence Division (OCID). The division armed a succession of LA police … [Read more...] about Retired L.A. Detective Stuns with ‘Bombshell’
Community Profile
ERAU Chancellor Ranks Among ‘Most Influential Women in Arizona’
Anette Karlsson arrived in Prescott on Aug. 1, 2019, as chancellor of the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Prescott campus. She pledged a university education that was personal, student-focused and totally immersive. She also emphasized the continuation of rigorous learning experiences … [Read more...] about ERAU Chancellor Ranks Among ‘Most Influential Women in Arizona’
Enjoying the Ride
Thinking about surfing in Northern Arizona may sound a bit unusual, but according to outdoor recreationist Nicolas Sutherland, riding his Soledaddy Longboard here “is the closest you can get to riding the ocean waves.” “I heard about Soledaddy Longboards at Aspen Sports,” said Sutherland. “The … [Read more...] about Enjoying the Ride
Smoothing Out Life’s Bumps
Cameron and Erika Snow are exactly the people you’d want managing the fallout if your motor vehicle were sideswiped, rear-ended, dented or otherwise damaged in a mishap. The Snows, owners of Preferred Auto Body, Inc., apply their know-how to making your prized wheels look as good as new. From … [Read more...] about Smoothing Out Life’s Bumps
Paul Kirchgraber Takes Reins of PUSD Foundation
The new executive director of the Prescott Unified School District Education Foundation has national and international experience and credentials that bring him praise across the Quad Cities community. Paul Kirchgraber recently accepted the head administrative position for the PUSDEF after having … [Read more...] about Paul Kirchgraber Takes Reins of PUSD Foundation
Teen Builds Business Out of Chocolate
When you have been the Flagstaff High School student body president, captain of the football and track teams, and a part of the school’s Governing Board, it’s not surprising that you would be in a business management position at age 19. For Grand Canyon Chocolate Factory Co-owner and Manager … [Read more...] about Teen Builds Business Out of Chocolate
Nation’s Winningest Soccer Coach Retires
Pantalione was hired in 1988 by then YC Athletic Director Lynn Merritt. He was at the University of Montana, where he earned his degree. Prior to that, Pantalione had been coaching and directing soccer programs in England and then the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Kenyon College in Ohio, Jesuit … [Read more...] about Nation’s Winningest Soccer Coach Retires
Marlboro Man in Action at the Grand Canyon
Some boys do grow up to be cowboys, and some cowboys even grow up to be Marlboro men. Such was the case for Grand Canyon National Park Service (NPS) Wrangler Ed Forbis. Born on a ranch in Deer Lodge, Montana, from the brim of his hat to his well-worn boots, Forbis is a genuine cowboy. His warm … [Read more...] about Marlboro Man in Action at the Grand Canyon
2020 Best of Business Winners!
Quad Cities Business News asked for your vote in our Best of Business campaign. We all do business with a variety of companies in Prescott, Prescott Valley, Dewey/Humboldt, and Chino Valley. This was your opportunity to tell us which business you think is best in the categories we designated. We … [Read more...] about 2020 Best of Business Winners!
Meeting Student, Workforce Needs
Closing in on her second anniversary as Yavapai College (YC) president in February, Lisa Rhine shared the major philosophical shift the college is taking. “We have a new view of how post-secondary education should be structured to meet personal and societal needs,” she said. “We’re putting that … [Read more...] about Meeting Student, Workforce Needs
