While Neil Armstrong’s and Buzz Aldrin’s footsteps have been imprinted on the moon and in world history, the Moon Buggy they explored in left tracks on the lunar surface and also in the imaginations of the news media and fans. At 88, the Northern Arizona man who played a role in designing the buggy … [Read more...] about Moon Rover Continues to Gain Traction
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Camp Verde Bicycle Gearing Up for Growing Demand
Loving the abundance of water, greenery and long country bike rides, Camp Verde Bicycle Owner James Cornelius has found his happy place. “I’m from Ohio, and my wife, Lani, is from Hawaii, so we really love the climate here in Camp Verde. Plus, it’s unusual to have a verdant area mixed with desert … [Read more...] about Camp Verde Bicycle Gearing Up for Growing Demand
New Chef Helps Barley Hound Survive Pandemic
I had the opportunity to create a totally new and different culinary experience for diners and I think we’ve done it. But it was challenging.” That’s how Tony Burris described accepting the role of executive chef at The Barley Hound last October. The newly remodeled restaurant, located at 234 … [Read more...] about New Chef Helps Barley Hound Survive Pandemic
Barber Joseph Bellone Keeps Clients Stylish
Through willpower and perseverance, Joseph Bellone survived a horrific car accident and has become one of the best known barbers in the Quad Cities area. The crash occurred on Nov. 7, 2016, in Paulden. Bellone was ejected from the vehicle and severely injured. He shattered bones, crushed his … [Read more...] about Barber Joseph Bellone Keeps Clients Stylish
Sole Sister
Paula Sedillo Wise’s volunteer work with Tennies for Tots is a labor of love that has sprinted across Central and Northern Arizona. The program brings shoes to 3,000 children at 35 Headstart centers in Yavapai and Coconino counties as well as on the Navajo and Hopi reservations. Some days, she … [Read more...] about Sole Sister
Retired L.A. Detective Stuns with ‘Bombshell’
Delving deep into political intrigue energizes Mike Rothmiller, a former Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) detective, who, in 1977 at age 27, had been the youngest person assigned to the department’s Organized Crime Intelligence Division (OCID). The division armed a succession of LA police … [Read more...] about Retired L.A. Detective Stuns with ‘Bombshell’
Smoothing Out Life’s Bumps
Cameron and Erika Snow are exactly the people you’d want managing the fallout if your motor vehicle were sideswiped, rear-ended, dented or otherwise damaged in a mishap. The Snows, owners of Preferred Auto Body, Inc., apply their know-how to making your prized wheels look as good as new. From … [Read more...] about Smoothing Out Life’s Bumps
Alexa Scholl: Prescott’s Rising Star
Smiling broadly, which she does often, 23-year-old Alexa Scholl recalls how a local radio talk show host acknowledged that she shares the name “Alexa” with the Amazon electronic application that answers questions and performs communications tasks. It was suggested that the name recognition may have … [Read more...] about Alexa Scholl: Prescott’s Rising Star
Challenges Ahead for Alzheimer’s Association Director
Lesley Jenkins, regional director for the Desert Southwest Chapter - Alzheimer’s Association, has a daunting task ahead. It involves creating more awareness and more support groups for what is becoming the most insidious illness attacking Arizonans – dementia caused by Alzheimer’s disease. It is … [Read more...] about Challenges Ahead for Alzheimer’s Association Director
Nebeker Selected to Sculpt Bronze Statue Honoring Fallen Officers
One of America’s most renowned Western artists, Bill Nebeker, was selected to create a bronze sculpture as a memorial to officers who have lost their lives in service of citizens of Yavapai County. Nebeker’s selection was announced by the Yavapai Law Enforcement Memorial Committee (YLEMC), … [Read more...] about Nebeker Selected to Sculpt Bronze Statue Honoring Fallen Officers
