Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG), a planning and services organization serving local governments in Apache, Coconino, Navajo and Yavapai counties, is asking area residents to offer input through a brief survey on how NACOG can better engage with the public as it develops a new “Public … [Read more...] about Public Input Sought to Shape NACOG’s Future Transportation Outreach Efforts
Education
Kiersten Hathcock Amplifies Little Voices
Kiersten Hathcock calls herself an ordinary mom who was making children’s furniture in her garage while her kids were in school. But most people who hear her story would likely agree, what’s happened to her in the past decade or so is anything but ordinary, as Hathcock has ventured into the world of … [Read more...] about Kiersten Hathcock Amplifies Little Voices
Yavapai College Introduces Programs for Tuition-Free Degrees
Yavapai College (YC) is expanding a financial aid program that allows students earn a tuition-free degree from among 16 two-year associate degree programs. Meghan Paquette, director of Early College and Promise Programs, explained that reimbursement is based on the amount of tuition a student … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Introduces Programs for Tuition-Free Degrees
Missions and Madness
If what happens in life sometimes feels like just a roll of the dice, Missions and Madness can train us to grab ahold of those dice, give them a toss and embrace whatever shows up including pirates, ninjas or a big T-Rex. Flagstaff filmmaker Morgan Boatman has been developing this outdoor … [Read more...] about Missions and Madness
Exploring the Gilded World of Pharaohs, Mummies, Pyramids and ‘the Afterlife that Built Egypt’
Zahi Hawass calls himself a simple man, but the world’s foremost Egyptologist spends much of his time with ancient royalty, gods and goddesses. In fact, Dr. Hawass is revered as a legend in his own right, charmed by Aphrodite herself, inspired by the Great Pyramid builder Khufu and driven by the … [Read more...] about Exploring the Gilded World of Pharaohs, Mummies, Pyramids and ‘the Afterlife that Built Egypt’
Dogtree Pines Senior Dog Sanctuary Gives End-of-Life Love to Older Rescues
Cindy Lamont’s battle with cancer has given her a sense of urgency to pursue her joy for rescuing senior dogs. So, she created Dogtree Pines Senior Dog Sanctuary in Prescott. Her journey began in July 2020 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. “Toward the end of treatment, I realized that … [Read more...] about Dogtree Pines Senior Dog Sanctuary Gives End-of-Life Love to Older Rescues
Training Pilots
As Prescott and the nation feel the impact of the pilot shortage, about 50 pilots a year are earning their pilot licenses through training by Leighnor Aircraft. Owner Lance Leighnor says the pilot shortage has meant that his family business has been very busy with training and plane rentals for … [Read more...] about Training Pilots
Yavapai College Positions for the Future
This past year was a landmark year for Yavapai College (YC), filled with outstanding accomplishments, partnerships and exciting things to come. As president of YC, I can assure you that where we are today did not happen overnight. Our faculty, staff and administrators have worked tirelessly … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Positions for the Future
Connecting Employers with Job Seekers
"Help Wanted” signs are in the windows and on marquees of businesses all over Yavapai County. It seems nearly everyone feels the challenges of attracting and maintaining the staffing required to operate and provide the desired and necessary services to our community, whether you are the business … [Read more...] about Connecting Employers with Job Seekers
Arizona Philharmonic Presents Dancing from Tonga to Vienna
Arizona Philharmonic (AZPhil.org) welcomes back Maestro Peter Bay at 3 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 21, at the Yavapai College Performing Arts Center (YCPAC) to usher in the beginning of the 5th season of bringing outstanding professional music to Prescott. Season openers are always fun for both Arizona … [Read more...] about Arizona Philharmonic Presents Dancing from Tonga to Vienna
