As COVID-19 concerns continue around the globe, local educators and administrators struggle to determine what the fall semester will look like. Yavapai County Superintendent of Schools Tim Carter said, “Most Yavapai County District leaders believe the face-to-face start date will be moved back … [Read more...] about Schools Struggling with Fall Semester
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Revamping Economic Development Efforts
The City of Prescott anticipates bringing aboard a new economic development project manager after an interviewing and hiring process tied to its July 29 application deadline. The selected candidate will manage two work streams: attracting, expanding and retaining retail, commercial and industrial … [Read more...] about Revamping Economic Development Efforts
Prescott, AED Endorse Granite Dells Proposal
The pathway is open for future deliberations and discussions about the development of 850 homes and 200 resort units in land owned by Arizona Eco Development (AED) in the iconic Granite Dells area. The property is located on the northeast side of Highway 89 as it goes toward the Prescott Regional … [Read more...] about Prescott, AED Endorse Granite Dells Proposal
Community Leaders ‘Top Out’ Airport Terminal
Prescott city and county officials and community leaders followed a centuries-old tradition when they signed wood beams that “topped out” the Prescott Regional Airport (PRC) terminal currently under construction. The 10 a.m. ceremony on Monday, July 20 involved approximately 50 invited guests, … [Read more...] about Community Leaders ‘Top Out’ Airport Terminal
Guitarman Esteban Strumming Softly Through COVID-19
For artists like Esteban, the show must go on, despite the cancellation of live concerts because of the novel coronavirus. “I’m not playing a lot of gigs,” said Esteban. “I’m doing a lot of recordings now. And I’m doing a lot of YouTube stuff because all my gigs canceled. You know, I had 45 gigs … [Read more...] about Guitarman Esteban Strumming Softly Through COVID-19
McSally, Cornyn, Daines, Sullivan Introduce Bill to Ensure Americans Don’t Lose Health Coverage
U.S. Senators Martha McSally (R-AZ), John Cornyn (R-TX), Steve Daines (R-MT), and Dan Sullivan (R-AK) introduced legislation yesterday to help Americans who are laid off or furloughed due to COVID-19 continue on their employer’s health plan through December 31, 2020. “Arizonans who have lost … [Read more...] about McSally, Cornyn, Daines, Sullivan Introduce Bill to Ensure Americans Don’t Lose Health Coverage
Prescott VA Supports VA ‘Fourth Mission’ COVID-19 Response
Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS) continues to support the VA’s “Fourth Mission” in helping all Americans during the COVID-19 outbreak. VA traditionally provides Veterans’ healthcare, benefits and memorial affairs. In times of national crisis, such as the current Coronavirus … [Read more...] about Prescott VA Supports VA ‘Fourth Mission’ COVID-19 Response
Vulnerable Arizona Adults Can Receive Free Masks
Arizona has partnered with Hanes to provide two million cloth masks to vulnerable residents. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, vulnerable adults in Arizona, residents who are 65 and older and those with medical conditions, will be able to request a mask from the state. … [Read more...] about Vulnerable Arizona Adults Can Receive Free Masks
Governor Ducey Extends COVID-19 Eviction Protections; Expands Rental Assistance Access
Governor Doug Ducey today signed an Executive Order extending a moratorium on residential evictions until October 31, 2020, providing continued protections for renters who are facing economic hardship as a result of COVID-19. The order ensures renters impacted by COVID-19 will be able to stay in … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Extends COVID-19 Eviction Protections; Expands Rental Assistance Access
U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $1.2 Million in CARES Act Funding to Help Small Businesses in Arizona
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $1.2 million CARES Act Recovery Assistance grant to the PPEP Microbusiness and Housing Development Corporation, Tucson, Arizona, to capitalize and administer a Revolving … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Commerce Invests $1.2 Million in CARES Act Funding to Help Small Businesses in Arizona