SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft—designed to fly astronauts to the International Space Station from U.S. soil—is ready for its debut flight on the company’s Falcon 9 rocket. It is a first-of-its-kind test mission of a commercially-built and operated American spacecraft and rocket designed for humans. The Demo-1 uncrewed flight test, targeted to launch March 2, will demonstrate the company’s ability to […]


Reel Film Nerds Episode #92: Tributary- “Velvet Buzzsaw”
Movie Review PodcastHappy National Chili Day! Do yourself a favor head down to Phoenix, catch a spring training baseball game, and grab a chili dog. I know Mike and Matt would if they didn’t have jobs. Back to the topic at hand, today the boys swim upstream and catch the Netflix original Velvet Buzzsaw. Bonus annoying topics include snow beer, the art […]


City of Prescott Seeks New Board and Commission Applications for the Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee
The City Council Subcommittee for Appointments is now accepting applications for citizens who are interested in serving on the Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee for an immediate vacancy with term expiring September 2019. Appointments will be made as soon as possible. The city is currently seeking applications for the following Pedestrian, Bicycle & Traffic Advisory Committee: Boards, commissions and […]



This Day in History, February 28 – Shanghai Communique
It was 47 years ago today, February 28, 1972, that two powerful world leaders, President Richard Nixon of the Unites States, and Premier Chou En-lai of the People’s Republic of China, issued a formal Communique to the world, both countries would open up trade relations and work for peace. Ever since the Communist Revolution of 1949 and exile of the […]


Community Health Center of Yavapai (CHCY) Technology Project Manager Debra Kudelka-Beavers Receives 2019 Innovation Award
Debra Kudelka-Beavers, the Community Health Center of Yavapai (CHCY) Technology Project Manager has been awarded the 2019 Arizona Alliance for the Community Health Centers Innovation Award. Debra received this award for her work in introducing new technology to the CHCY in an effort to reduce errors, streamline processes, and create a better customer service experience. Debra started at the CHCY back […]


Tri-Chamber After Hours Mixer hosted by Watters Garden Center
Nature and Networking! Watters Garden Center believes local business can change the world! On April 17, business owners, managers and those interested in finding out more about our local Tri-City Chambers of Commerce are invited to mix and mingle from 5-6:30 pm. The event will is held at Watters Garden Center, 1815 Iron Springs Road in Prescott. Connecting small businesses Read more […]


J. A. Jance Author Talk & Book Signing
Join us for J. A. Jance. Author talk and book signing of her latest Ali Reynolds novel “The A List”. Sunday, April 7th, 3-5pm in the Library Auditorium. For more info call 928.759.3040. Sunday, April 7, 2019 3-5pm Library Auditorium Questions? Call 928-759-3040


NAIL IT -with Tom & Sandy “Cabinets”
Tom and Sandy cover Cabinets!Welcome to NAIL IT with Tom and Sandy. As we always are, Tom and I are happy and enthusiastic and maybe a little wound-up to give you the inside scoop, what’s up, what’s down and what’s hot on cabinets this month. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KZ6u8QpiRc [kab-uh-nit]. Noun – a piece of furniture with shelves, drawers, etc., for holding or displaying items: a curio […]


Town of Prescott Valley and Franklin Phonetic School Agree to Settlement
Town Hopeful for new, positive directionsSeveral years of litigation in several forums involving parking and other property issues related to Franklin Phonetic School have now concluded based on a settlement approved by the Prescott Valley Town Council. Town Manager Larry Tarkowski announced that the Council had agreed to accept the most recent counter-offer from Franklin after consulting in executive session Tuesday with legal counsel. On […]


The Foundation for Blind Children’s Eighth Annual Stride for Sight is Blazing New Trails
Dorn Homes is Once Again Proud to Be the Presenting Sponsor of the Foundation for Blind Children’s Annual Stride for SightThe Foundation for Blind Children’s eighth annual Stride for Sight is blazing new trails. More than 500 participants running and walking are anticipated for a great cause that supports more than 2,000 blind students every year. There’s still time for you to participate! Dorn Homes is once again the presenting sponsor of the Foundation for Blind Children’s (FBC) annual Stride […]


Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Prescott Opens Grant Cycle
Local charities can apply today for grants ranging from $1000.00 to $20,000.00The Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Prescott announced it is now accepting Community Grant applications for 2019. Applications will be accepted until April 8th with the recipients being named in late May of 2019. Each year the Jewish Foundation provides funding to charitable community organizations through its grants application process. In the past fifteen months, the Jewish Foundation awarded more […]


Local Environmental Non-Profit Celebrates Anniversary with Community Celebration and Fundraiser
March 31st marks the two-year anniversary of G.E.M. Environmental (GEM)– a scientific non-profit headquartered in Prescott, which brings educational resources to underrepresented students through scholarships, internships, and field experience within the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, math). GEM is actively engaged in the conservation of public lands and provides data collection services, environmental monitoring/maintenance, and remediation for potentially hazardous sites. […]


100 Years: Grand Canyon National Park Celebrates the Past, Readies for The Future
GRAND CANYON VILLAGE – It’s a cold winter night along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, and as she shuffles through the fresh snow, Abbie Smith can’t think of a better place to celebrate New Year’s Eve. As midnight strikes, the Mesa resident is overjoyed to be staying in the park that has reached its centennial year. She and […]


Humboldt Unified School District Student of the Week – Cade from Liberty Traditional School
Congratulation to Cade from Liberty Traditional School for being this week’s HUSD Student of the Week! Cade is a sixth grade student at Liberty who continually displays his manners by always being respectful and courteous to those around him. Cade is a responsible, conscientious student who always pays attention in class, is self-motivated, and takes every opportunity to learn what […]



This Day in History, February 27th – District of Columbia Organic Act of 1801
It was 218 years ago today, February 27, 1801, that the Unites States government officially took control over the District of Columbia for the purposes of creating a National Capitol. Under Article 1, Section 8, Congress is authorized to take possession of land and form a Capitol. Officially called an Act Concerning the District of Columbia, this legislation took land […]


Watters Garden Spring Open House
Bring on Spring! Our Saturday Garden Class will be part of a weekend-long event including our plant experts and special guest speakers. Learn about the newest plants and then select your favorites from a huge selection of seasonal favorites. Free – Open House runs Saturday and Sunday during regular Business Hours with Plant Experts on hand both days.


Prescott Water Lantern Festival
Water Lantern Festival is an amazing experience where you’ll witness the magic of the lanterns as they light up the water. Tickets are on sale for the Prescott Water Lantern Festival. Get your tickets here before it sells out! Gates open at 4:30 pm. Enjoy food trucks, music and fun from 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm. The lantern launch will Read more […]


Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Job Fair
The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office Job Fair is Saturday, March 16th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PMThe Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office is looking for you! Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office has immediate openings in their detention division. Don’t miss the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Job Fair on Saturday, March 16th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the detention facility on Commonwealth Drive in Camp Verde. Detention staff will be on site to answer all questions about […]


Verde Valley Community Cleanup to Take Place at End of March and Early April
Cleanup Will Be Open to Yavapai County Residents at No Charge on March 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 28th,29th, 30th, and April 4th, 5th, and 6th, 2019 from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.MThe Yavapai County Board of Supervisors, working with the Public Works Department, is pleased to announce a community cleanup in the Verde Valley. The cleanup will be at the Camp Verde Transfer Station, 2600 E. Hwy 260, 7 miles east of I-17. The cleanup will be open to Yavapai County residents at no charge on March 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 28th,29th, […]


Prescott National Forest Roads Are Not Maintained During Winter Months
The Prescott National Forest Reminds Visitors That the Forest Service Does Not Remove Snow or Plow Roads During Winter MonthsRecent storms produced significant accumulation across Yavapai County, catching travelers off guard. This resulted in vehicles becoming stuck, being stranded, or sliding off of the road. In light of these events, the Forest Service urges travelers to exercise caution when traveling on Forest Roads during times when snow and inclement weather are possible. We encourage visitors to be prepared and […]


Yavapai County “Septic 101: Homeowner Education” Class
Yavapai County Development Services, Environmental Unit, in partnership with JT’s Septic would like to invite residents of Yavapai County to an interactive class on the basics of residential septic systems. Septic 101: Homeowners Education, will provide attendees with information on septic system care and maintenance from highly trained professionals, as well as answer some of the more frequently asked questions. Read more […]


Reel Film Nerds Episode #91: “Fighting with My Family”
Movie Review PodcastHappy National Pistachio Day! Just digging trying to say something different than happy Tuesday again. It’s new podcast movie review day too. Today Matt and Mike review a heartwarming film about wrestling, Fighting with My Family. Off topics include Mike Talent’s 2020 bid for President, the Academy Awards, and Arizona’s Snowpocalypse 2019. Fighting with My Family is a fun and […]


Succulent and Cactus Container Design Class – March 8th 3:30PM at Watter’s Garden Center
Succulents are a great choice for container growing! Most are tough, drought tolerant, and will grow like gangbusters in a tight space with very little after-care. Students will learn how to create a container that brings warm color and texture to their homes even at the coldest time of the year. The class is free to onlookers, but the first Read more […]


Succulent and Cactus Container Design Class Repeated Due to Snowmaggedon – March 8th 3:30PM at Watter’s Garden Center
We had a few brave souls join us for this class just 2 days after Mother Nature dumped 28” of snow on us and a much larger number viewed the Livestream on our Facebook Class. Because Succulents are such a hot topic right now, we have decided to repeat this class and are begging Mother Nature for her cooperation. Succulents […]


Embry-Riddle Book Drive in Prescott Seeks Children’s and Young Adult Books
Book Drive Runs March 2nd - April 15thJacqueline Kennedy once said, “There are many little ways to enlarge your child’s world– Love of books is the best of all.” Starting March 2, in honor of Read Across America Day, members of the National Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi (PKP) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will be sponsoring a book drive to benefit young readers. The books will […]


Collaboration and Technology Improve Storm Response by ADOT and National Weather Service
Through Challenges Solutions are CreatedPHOENIX – As last week’s monster winter storm approached, leaders from the Arizona Department of Transportation and the National Weather Service watched conditions on traffic cameras along state highways and discussed how best to stage equipment and personnel while getting critical information to drivers. A collaboration between the agencies that grew out of this storm will have a National Weather […]


Weather Report: Monday, February 25th to Monday, March 4th, 2019
Fair and Warmer This WeekLast week, we had a rare snow event that left many snowed in. Below shows a GeoColor satellite image from our new GOES-West (GOES-17) satellite showing the heavy snow cover as viewed from space on Saturday after skies had become virtually clear of clouds. One can see that most of Arizona (including Tucson) had snow. Here are some official and […]



This Day in History, February 26 – Grand Canyon National Park
More than 6.2 million recreational visitors to Grand Canyon National Park in 2017 spent $667 million in communities near the park.It was 100 hundred years ago today, on February 26, 1919, that the Grand Canyon in the new state of Arizona was recognized as a National Park. The Grand Canyon had for several years been protected by the U.S. government, and in 1908 President Teddy Roosevelt made it a National Monument. However, it was President Woodrow Wilson, upon signing Senate […]


Budget Update from AZ Senate President Karen Fann
One Billion More In Revenue Than ExpectedMore than 1 Billion in Revenues than Expected, Saving to a Rainy Day Fund to Support Educational Infrastructure and other Needed Initiatives – Expect More Updates. https://youtu.be/yLSz1DAwgiM Video published on YouTube Feb 20, 2019. You can follow Senator Fann on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ElectKarenFann/ Senator Fann’s Website: http://electkarenfann.com/


Park Avenue Theater in Prescott Presents Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr. Alongside New Applause Program
Performance Dates - Thursday, February 28th and Friday, March 1st at 7:00pm, Saturday March 2nd at 2:00pm and 7:00pm.Local to Prescott, Park Avenue Theater has grown over the years and has recently been given the new opportunity to perform at the Elks Theater in Prescott. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr. is Park Avenue’s first production to be performed on the Elks Theater stage and they state they couldn’t be more excited! Park Avenue Theater has 40 talented and […]


Pot of Gold Music Festival 2019
Pot of Gold Music Festival 2019 returns for its 5th year with the biggest line up yet – Saturday’s line up is Lil Wayne, Jhene Aiko, Tinashe, Young MA, Doja Cat & Preme! This year’s festival will be held at Phoenix Steele Indian School Park and features for the first time, amusement rides and carnival games. There will also be Read more […]


Slipknot At Ak-Chin Pavilion
SLIPKNOT Tour This Summer with VOLBEAT, BEHEMOTH, GOJIRA Venue: Phoenix, AZ – Ak-Chin Pavilion Date, Time & Tickets: TBA


AKC STAR PUPPY CLASS
AKC STAR ⭐️ PUPPY CLASSES Vaccinations required this 6-week series is for all breeds not just AKC ,up to 1 year of age. It is aimed at socialization along with basic obedience training. Cost is $180.00 for all 6 weeks. Class will be held in Prescott Valley at the Tractor Supply on Eastridge and 69. February 23 rd we will have Read more […]


Grow Happy Healthy Succulents
Keep Succulents Alive by Learning Their Water Needs and Light Requirements - These favorite plants are surprisingly hardySucculents are popular for two simple reasons: they are beautiful and nearly indestructible. They have shallow roots that form a dense mat just under the soil surface. With thick, fleshy, water-storing foliage, stems, and/or roots they are especially adept at surviving harsh Arizona conditions. A fascinating variety of exciting succulent foliage and plant shapes abound: from paddle leaves, tight rosettes, […]


City of Prescott To Discuss Water Resources February 26th
Noted Expert Gary Woodard to Present to Council at Special Study Session on February 26 at 5:30PM at City HallThe Prescott City Council will hear a presentation by water expert Gary Woodard, about the City’s water supplies and current and future demands at a special study session on Tuesday, February 26 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Gary Woodard is Principal at Water Resources Consulting. Over the last six years, he has advised dozens of municipalities, private water companies, […]


Yavapai Humane Society Spay & Neuter Clinic Offers an Extra Day of Surgeries
Yavapai Humane Society’s Spay & Neuter Clinic will offer an additional day of low-cost surgeries. Beginning Friday, March 1st YHS will be doing surgeries, by appointment only on Wednesday’s, Thursday’s and NOW Friday’s. This change will allow YHS to accommodate approximately 30 more surgeries per week. The vaccination walk-in clinic will now be on Saturday’s ONLY from 8:00am – Noon […]



This Day in History, February 25th – Legal Tender Act of 1862
It was 157 years ago today, February 25, 1862, that Congress passed into law the use of paper money in the United Sates. This had been done before in our country’s history, even the original thirteen colonies printed their own money, until the Articles of Confederation united the currency into Continentals. However, up until the year 1862, most American’s did […]


Ducey’s Budget Would Add $56 Million to Day Care Subsidies for Low-Income Families
PHOENIX – When Gov. Doug Ducey released his multimillion-dollar budget proposal last week, he included $56 million in subsidies for day care, saying it would make such care more affordable for low-income families and expand its reach to about 29,000 children. “We’re going to move from the back of the pack to right in the middle, and then we’re also […]


City of Prescott Updated Trash Collection Schedule
Due to the recent snow event, the City of Prescott Solid Waste Division will resume collection services with the following schedule: RESIDENTIAL TRASH AND RECYCLING * Friday routes will be collected Monday * Monday routes will be collected Tuesday * Tuesday routes will be collected Wednesday * Both Wednesday and Thursday routes will be collected Thursday * Friday routes regular […]


YCPAC Presents Presidio Brass
Yavapai College Performing Arts Center presents Presidio Brass, Friday, April 12 at 7:30 PM. Tickets from $25/adult, $10/youth. Come hear the future of brass instrumental music! This talented quintet’s innovative arrangements, peerless musicianship and distinctive sound has made them a favorite with audiences across the country and all over the world. Since forming in 2006, Presidio Brass has rocketed to Read more […]