While COVID-19 is shutting down many Earth Day events, you can still participate in a celebration on April 22nd. The Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance (NAZCCA) is hosting a Cyber Celebration for the 50th anniversary of Earth Day and we hope to “see” you there. Mayor Coral Evans … [Read more...] about Earth Day Cyber Celebration
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Snowbowl Preparing for Arizona’s First Combination Lift
After a 12-month environmental assessment process, Coconino National Forest approved the replacement of Arizona Snowbowl’s Agassiz Chairlift. Approval couldn’t come at a better time. Amid challenges with the Agassiz Lift this season, Arizona Snowbowl announced the authorization and that they would … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Preparing for Arizona’s First Combination Lift
McSally Updates Arizonans on Coronavirus Relief Resources
U.S. Senator Martha McSally (R-AZ) spoke with thousands of Arizonans about how to access coronavirus relief resources during her third telephone town hall since the coronavirus outbreak. During the hour-and-fifteen-minute call, McSally described the type of assistance Arizonans could … [Read more...] about McSally Updates Arizonans on Coronavirus Relief Resources
Western Heritage Center Becoming Popular Destination
In less than six months, the Western Heritage Center (WHC) located in downtown historic Whiskey Row has become a popular destination attracting visitors from throughout Arizona, the Southwest and the nation. Most visitors are from the U.S., with many from California. Dennis Gallagher, owner … [Read more...] about Western Heritage Center Becoming Popular Destination
Former Smoki Museum Has New Name, Mission
Formerly known as the Smoki Museum, the 99-year old Prescott repository for Native American traditions has undergone a name change and shift in mission. Effective Feb. 10, the museum is now the Museum of Indigenous People (MIP). The new mission is “to instill understanding and respect for the … [Read more...] about Former Smoki Museum Has New Name, Mission
Wellness Center Relocation Part of YRMC Expansion
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) recently relocated its Wellness Center in Prescott – home to Preventative Medicine and YRMC’s Outpatient Physical Rehabilitation Service Department – to a remodeled facility at 1112 Iron Springs Road. That building, now clearly identified with external … [Read more...] about Wellness Center Relocation Part of YRMC Expansion
Postponing Prescott ATHENA Awards Until September
Like many events impacted by the uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus, the Premiere Prescott ATHENA Celebration and High Tea has been rescheduled for 3-5 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20, at the Hasayampa Inn in Prescott. Sponsored by Quad Cities Business News and Prescott Woman Magazine, the event will … [Read more...] about Postponing Prescott ATHENA Awards Until September
Travel ID Deadline Postponed
Despite having been warned repeatedly in the past several months to obtain their Real ID, travelers are now getting a reprieve from the urgency. President Trump relaxed the timeframe on Monday, March 23. “At a time when we’re asking Americans to maintain social distancing, we do not want to … [Read more...] about Travel ID Deadline Postponed
Run on Garden Center has Official Name – Victory Garden 2.0
The spring planting season has an unusual twist, a consumer-run on garden supplies, seed, plants, and fruit trees are selling out. The garden center industry has even names the phenomenon - Victory Garden 2.0. The demand is surprisingly healthy for anything edible in the … [Read more...] about Run on Garden Center has Official Name – Victory Garden 2.0
Aircraft Crash Investigators Training at Specialized Lab in Prescott
Almost immediately after the deadly crash of the helicopter carrying retired NBA star Kobe Bryant and eight others, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) began receiving calls. ERAU has the only teaching crash site laboratory of any university in the world. ERAU, along with the Federal … [Read more...] about Aircraft Crash Investigators Training at Specialized Lab in Prescott