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’
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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
Watters Garden Center to host Frontier Rotary Grapes-4-Good Benefit on September 25
Wine Flows and spirits lift as the gardens come alive at Watters Garden Center hosts Prescott Frontier Rotary’s 16th benefit. On September 25, 5–8 pm, the garden center transforms into “A Garden Party,” with all proceeds going directly to Rotary community causes. Grapes-4-Good received an outpouring … [Read more...] about Watters Garden Center to host Frontier Rotary Grapes-4-Good Benefit on September 25
Dignity Health, YRMC Breaks Ground for New Clinic
The new clinic will feature contemporary, state of-the-art advanced interactive technology equal to any place in the country. An $8 million, 10,000-square-foot family and specialty medical clinic is under construction at the intersection of Highway 69 and Lee Boulevard on the eastern edge of … [Read more...] about Dignity Health, YRMC Breaks Ground for New Clinic
Prescott-Area ATHENA Nominations Being Accepted for September Event
The Quad Cities area is preparing to recognize and celebrate local women leaders who excel in business, support their communities and mentor others. Nominations are being accepted now through Aug. 8, for the third annual Prescott-area ATHENA Award, an international honor sponsored by Quad Cities … [Read more...] about Prescott-Area ATHENA Nominations Being Accepted for September Event
Longer Stays Promoted to Experience Prescott
The City of Prescott tourism and destination marketing team is encouraging visitors to stay longer and experience more. A new strategy was outlined in detail to business and community members during a Tourism Department meeting at Tis Gallery on June 22. City of Prescott Community Outreach … [Read more...] about Longer Stays Promoted to Experience Prescott
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
Chino Valley Computer Shop Addressing Local Tech Needs
Idea Karma, LLC, is a one-stop shop for computer and technology needs for businesses and homes. Owner Robert Moses said he opened the shop in Chino Valley because nobody else was providing these services for the Chino Valley and Paulden area. Idea Karma opened May 1 with a number of Chino … [Read more...] about Chino Valley Computer Shop Addressing Local Tech Needs
Insuring Against No Rain
With the long-term drought hitting Arizona ranchers and growers hard, you might be surprised to learn that it is possible to take out insurance against getting no rain. Arnie Schlittenhart has been involved in Arizona agriculture all of his life. In 2002, he was hired by AMS Insurance and managed … [Read more...] about Insuring Against No Rain
Families, Hikers, Tourists, Locals Seek Out Hyatt Place
With all the vibrancy of a high country monsoon thunderstorm, the lobby of Hyatt Place is electric with excitement. Travelers in hiking gear, tourists meeting with outfitter guides, foodies savoring mango habanero tofu street tacos and locals enjoying prickly pear margaritas rimmed with black lava … [Read more...] about Families, Hikers, Tourists, Locals Seek Out Hyatt Place
