Our homes, gardens and yards are full of items that can be potentially hazardous to our furry family members and, as they are part of our family, it is our responsibility to help keep them safe. Little things laying around like coins, batteries, jewelry, paper clips, rubber bands, buttons, string … [Read more...] about Keeping Pets Safe in the Home and Garden
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Arizona Foothills Volunteers Supporting Pets, People, Firefighters in Emergencies
Three years ago, when her young son was gravely ill, Sunny Parker prayed and made a promise: “My son was dying in the hospital. I prayed, ‘Lord if you spare his life, I will spend the rest of my life doing good.’ My son walked out of there. The Lord kept his promise, so I kept mine. I try to spend … [Read more...] about Arizona Foothills Volunteers Supporting Pets, People, Firefighters in Emergencies
School Bells Will be Ringing and Resources are All Around
The 2020-2021 school year presented a great many obstacles for administrators, teachers, students and families. As with most everything we all experienced over the last year, school looked quite different than any other time. But, as is always the case here in our beautiful community, everyone rose … [Read more...] about School Bells Will be Ringing and Resources are All Around
Community Generosity Builds YEI Homes
"Some of our ‘YEI-hoos’ now can move into their own homes. I think it’s a miracle, but only because generous local people believe in what we do,” said Yavapai Exceptional Industries (YEI) Executive Director Brad Newman. He cites the support of local contractors, sub-contractors and individuals in … [Read more...] about Community Generosity Builds YEI Homes
Community Test Drives New Bike Pump Track
Prescott Mountain Bike Alliance (PMBA) and the City of Prescott Recreation Services Department enjoyed a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new bike pump track on July 7 at Granite Creek Park in Prescott. The Prescott Chamber of Commerce hosted the ceremony. About 200 people attended the ribbon … [Read more...] about Community Test Drives New Bike Pump Track
Disinfecting in Hopes of Reopening the Navajo Nation
As medical experts and scientists battle COVID-19 and its variants, some consider the newest battle to be coronavirus fatigue: a disinterest in wearing masks, social distancing, sanitizing and practicing other public safety measures following the many months of staying at home and avoiding public … [Read more...] about Disinfecting in Hopes of Reopening the Navajo Nation
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’
Rodeo Family Wins at Auction and in the Arena
Fresh off a first place team-roping win at the Pioneer Days Rodeo in Clovis, New Mexico, on a Babbitt Ranches horse named Tubs, 19-year-old Cy Singer quietly conferred with his younger sisters on the front row of the bleachers at the Annual Hashknife Colt Sale. Cy, 18-year-old Sherina and … [Read more...] about Rodeo Family Wins at Auction and in the Arena
Hissing is Never a Good Sound
I once had dinner with a rattlesnake. It was an uninvited guest, but nonetheless, it showed up at suppertime while I was grilling. I did what any courageous Arizonan should do who doesn’t have a long-handled shovel or a pair of snake tongs. I called the fire department – which I’ve heard is the No. … [Read more...] about Hissing is Never a Good Sound
Never Before Published Tattoo Images Illustrate Colorful Tale
A fascinating story that lay dormant inside a trunk in a grandmother’s dark basement is coming to light. Hundreds of photos, hand-painted flash tattoo art and business memorabilia preserved but hidden for almost a century illustrate the book “Tattooing to Perfection” by Flagstaff author Judith … [Read more...] about Never Before Published Tattoo Images Illustrate Colorful Tale
