Fire season is fast approaching. Although the winter and spring are on track to receive added moisture when compared to the past few years, it in no way means we can let our guard down. In fact, Prescott Fire Chief Dennis Light pointed out to me that historically, some of the biggest campaign fires that […]
All indicators point to another productive and prosperous year in 2019 in our city and region. There are several key issues that the Prescott City Council will be taking up in the first quarter. Airport Success Because of your dedicated support, Prescott Regional Airport had just over 10,000 enplanements in 2018. This makes available […]
The holiday season is right around the corner, starting with Veteran’s Day on Nov. 11. Veterans Day is a time for Americans to reflect on the service and sacrifice of our veterans. Originally, it was named Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War I, when the treaty was signed on the eleventh hour, of […]
We are excited to talk about an event that marks an important partnership between the City of Prescott and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 6 for the Wings Out West air show at Prescott Regional Airport. This family-friendly show will feature aerial demonstrations, aircraft displays, an aeronautical technology fair and a […]
We are pleased to announce new Essential Air Service (EAS) for Prescott Municipal Airport (PRC), featuring commercial jet service for the first time in our aviation history. SkyWest Airlines, operating as United Airlines Express, has been approved by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and will begin operations on Aug. 29. This is a game-changer for […]
As 24-year Prescott residents, my wife and I consider Prescott our home, and the folks who live here are like family. Five years ago, on June 30, 2013, our entire family was devastated by the news that 19 young men lost their lives battling the Yarnell Hill fire. These brave men were part of the […]
Prescott is one town that takes its events and recreation seriously. Beginning in April, with the Whiskey Off-Road, through the Boot Drop on New Year’s Eve, virtually every weekend is packed with events. The summer concert series on the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza alone hosts more than 30 shows from June through August. In June […]
Fire season is upon us. Since we have had an exceptionally dry period dating back to last fall, we may have an early start to the wildland fire season in Prescott. The purpose of my column this month is to review the resources available to us to prevent and fight wildland fires, and what you […]
