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City of Prescott Preservation Commission Reviews Proposed Hotel Redevelopment Project
Prescott, AZ (July 15, 2024) – On Friday, July 12, The City of Prescott Preservation Commission received a presentation from Shane Shumway, with Territory Holdings, LLC, responding to the Commission’s direction at their meeting on June 14. The project will come back to the Commission at a later date, possibly as early as September 13, where the Commission would vote to decide whether to approve the project and recommend it to City Council.
Robert John Kocisko
Robert John Kocisko, 77, passed away on June 29, 2024, in Prescott, AZ with his family by his side. Born on February 6, 1947, in Cleveland, OH, he later established a life in Fountain Valley, CA. In his younger years, he loved downhill skiing in the winter & beach volleyball in the summer. Robert was a Real Estate Investor for many years which extended all the way to Tulsa, OK & Prescott Valley, AZ. He received his Masters in Electrical Engineering and later had a distinguished career with Raytheon before retiring and eventually moving to Chino Valley, AZ. Robert was known for his kind, detailed, and honorable demeanor. His intellectual pursuits in Aerospace & Defense for Electrical Engineering were paralleled by his personal passion for Ham Radio (Call Sign K6PF), which provided him countless hours of enjoyment and connection with fellow enthusiasts. “UB” as he was known by his family is survived by his brother Wayne Kocisko and his wife Sue, his niece Tracy Clayton and her husband James, his great-nephew Tanner Clayton, and his dear friend Caroline Baughman. Robert was preceded in death by his father John Kocisko, his mother Rose Kocisko, and his sister Barbara Ann. Robert was a member of Saddleback Church in CA and Heights Church in Prescott, AZ where he continued his growth to know the Lord and met some amazing people of the community he later called friends. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please log on to www.ruffnerwakelin.com to sign the guest book and share your memories. The family will have a celebration of life for “UB” at a later time. His legacy of integrity and kindness remains a guiding light for those he leaves behind.
Johnny Gutierrez Dies in Head-On Crash on Interstate 17 [Camp Verde, AZ]
34-Year-Old Wrong-Way Driver Pronounced Dead after Head-On Collision near State Route 179. The incident occurred at approximately 2:00 a.m., near State Route 179 on June 26th. Investigators report that 34-year-old Gutierrez was traveling north in the southbound lanes for unknown reasons, resulting in a head-on collision with an oncoming vehicle.
Prescott Considering Major Impact Fee Hike
The City of Prescott is considering a nearly 70% increase in home construction impact fees. City Council held a study session earlier this week and then unanimously voted to hold a hearing in August and scheduled a vote to approve or reject the measure in its Oct. 8 meeting. Councilmembers...
Crabs win series open against the Kings, get set for Alumni Fest
The Humboldt Crabs won their series opener against the West Coast Kings on Friday night to kick off a busy weekend honoring their alumni. Before Friday night’s game, which the Crabs won 4-2, the club unveiled a new “Nutter” sign on the left field wall to honor the contributions of the Nutter family, who have had a huge influence on the history of the club, including former player, board member and manager Matt Nutter.
Nomination period for Chino Valley races opens Monday
The nomination period for Chino Valley races will open Monday, July 15, officially beginning the campaign season where candidates will be knocking on doors, making phone calls, and filling mailboxes with campaign literature. The nomination period ends at 4:30 pm on Friday, Aug. 9, and will be extended to Wednesday,...
The Impact of Volunteering in Your Community | Start Healing with YFAC
Missy with the Yavapai Family Advocacy Center in Prescott Valley talks about Volunteering in your community with Start Healing with YFAC. Missy discusses various aspects of volunteering and highlights the mutual benefits for both the Advocacy Center and the volunteers. She also addresses the impact of Covid, comparing the experiences before and after the pandemic.
Whiskey Row Marathon Marathon Before Prices Increase Soon
Are you tough enough to race, run, and have fun at the 46th Annual YMCA Whiskey Row Marathon? The 2024 marathon is set for October 12th but be sure to register today before the prices increase on July 16th!. The James Family YMCA will proudly present the 46th annual Whiskey...
Missing Adult Baillie Barnes Located Safely
"We are thrilled to report that Baillie Barnes has been found safe and is now with her family," said [Spokesperson's Name], spokesperson for the Prescott Valley Police Department. "We appreciate the tireless efforts of our officers, the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, and all the volunteers who helped in the search. We also want to thank the community for their support and vigilance."
Prescott Valley Designated as a Destination Marketing Organization
The Prescott Valley Town Council recently approved a resolution designating the “Town of Prescott Valley/ExplorePVAZ” as an official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for the purpose of coordinating tourism promotion with the Arizona Office of Tourism (AOT). This designation enables the Town of Prescott Valley to manage all aspects...
CAFMA Firefighters Respond to Lithium-Ion Battery Fire
Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority Firefighters. Swiftly Respond to Fire Caused by Lithium-Ion Battery Failure. Noel Court in Prescott Valley, Arizona. Initial reports indicated that a fire had ignited in a. bedroom of the residence when an electric. skateboard, plugged into the wall for charging,. suddenly burst into flames....
YC Prescott Art Gallery Seeks Printmakers for Memorial Print Exhibition
Yavapai College’s Prescott Campus Art Gallery invites printmakers statewide to submit entries for “The Donn Rawlings Memorial Print Exhibition.”. The juried exhibition, running October 18 – November 16, will honor the legacy of YC English professor and legendary printmaker Donn Rawlings by displaying the breadth of Arizona’s Printmaking artistry.
The Best of the Summer Blooming Shrubs in the Backyard
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center talk about the best of the summer blooming shrubs in the backyard. What are the best summer-blooming shrubs? What should you plant in your background for some gorgeous blooms?. Watch to find out!. Summer Garden Classes. The season ahead is...
Traffic Stop yields Methamphetamine and Fentanyl in Prescott Valley
On the morning of July 9, 2024, Erik Zamora-Bernal and Eduardo Ramirez, both of Phoenix, Arizona, were arrested for several felony narcotics-related charges after being stopped by the Prescott Valley Police Department for a civil traffic violation in the 10000 block of State Route 69. During the stop, a certified...
Living History Adventure Saturday, July 13th at Sharlot Hall Museum
July’s Living History Adventure will spotlight the Fremont House which was home to the fifth territorial governor John C. Fremont from 1878 to 1881. Learn about John C. Fremont’s time in territorial Arizona, and discover the construction and history of the 1875 home which now stands at the Sharlot Hall Museum.
Ex-high school coach David Edward Castillo gets 6 months jail, 20 years probation for sex abuse
After pleading guilty to one count of sexual abuse, David Edward Castillo, former head boys’ and girls’ cross-country coach at Camp Verde High School, has been sentenced to six months in jail, 20 years of probation and registration as a sex offender upon release. Fines and restitution will be determined at a later date.
Teaching the Art of Artificial Intelligence
Philip Reid pulls no punches when asked about the impact of Artificial Intelligence. “AI will be that transformative technology that can catapult us to a different stratosphere when we talk about the modern workplace.” YC’s Computer Science Chair said. “It is something you should embrace. People looking to ‘future-proof’ their jobs should be looking at Artificial Intelligence as a way to do so.”
Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority Firefighters Swiftly Respond to Fire Caused by Lithium-Ion Battery Failure
On Thursday, July 11, 2024, at approximately 2:38 p.m., firefighters from the Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) responded to a reported structure fire on the 4300 block of Noel Court in Prescott Valley, Arizona. Initial reports indicated that a fire had ignited in a bedroom of the residence...
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