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Prescott Deputy City Manager Tyler Goodman Appointed as Assistant County Manager for Yavapai County
Prescott, AZ (July 15, 2024)-- Deputy City Manager Tyler Goodman informed the leadership team last week that he has accepted the position of Assistant County Manager for Yavapai County, effective July 26, 2024. The City has posted an opening for Deputy City Manager, following Goodman’s announcement. “Tyler has been...
Prescott Fraud Suspect Arrested in Texas: Over $40,000 Recovered
Prescott, AZ (July 16, 2024) - The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating email fraud in the Prescott area that resulted in the loss of over $40,000. It was alleged that someone had hacked into an unsuspecting 3rd party’s email and initiated a wire transfer from a bank account. The victim contacted the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, and an investigation was opened.
Yavapai County officials say Quail Run Fire was started by man using weed eater
A gardening tool was the source of the Quail Run Fire that prompted the evacuation of a dozen homes near Cordes Lake on Saturday afternoon, according to authorities. The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office attributed a man using a weed eater as the cause behind the blaze, which spread quickly and destroyed two unoccupied homes, Paul Wick, a public affairs officer for the Sheriff's Office, said Monday.
Arizona mom shares 'everyday Americans' struggles at RNC: What she said
An Arizona woman who says she is a single mom who works two jobs took the stage at the Republican National Convention Monday in Milwaukee. Sara Workman was one of several Republican voters who spoke at the convention in support of presidential candidate Donald Trump. ...
The Joy Bus receives grant to help open new location, serve more people with cancer across the Valley
In the spirit of supporting the community, a $100,000 donation from the James M. Cox Foundation was recently presented to The Joy Bus founder Jennifer Caraway by Alex Taylor, chairman and chief executive officer of Cox Enterprises. The Joy Bus is committed to relieving the daily struggles of people with...
Arizona Law Enforcement Canine Association Hosts Handler Survival Seminar at Findlay Toyota Center
Prescott Valley, Ariz. (July 10, 2024) –Arizona Law Enforcement Canine Association returns to Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley for the Handler Survival Seminar on Tuesday July 23rd at 5pm. Witness an exhilarating event showcasing police officers and their four-legged partners displaying real tacticsin real time. Listen to live action narrated public demonstrations of scenarios local law enforcement face on any given day.
Mayes pushes FEMA to prioritize fires, heat
(The Center Square) – Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes wants the Federal Emergency Management Agency to place a higher priority on wildfires and high temperatures. Mayes sent a letter to FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and FEMA Chief Counsel Adrian Sevier co-signed by 13 other attorneys general around the country to push for "extreme heat and wildfire smoke events" to be considered allowable reasons for a disaster declaration, citing the Stafford Act. Specifically, they want wildfire smoke incidents to qualify for the Fire Management Assistance Grant....
New semiconductor apprenticeship hopes to bolster local workforce
(The Center Square) – Intel is starting up a workforce development program with some help of the state of Arizona in order to bolster the state's growing semiconductor industry. The program is meant to train people to become manufacturing facility technicians in a formal apprenticeship, the first of its kind in the United States from the technology company. According to a news release, the apprenticeship will feature educational components from the Maricopa County Community College District. ...
Arizona Professional Takes Helm of SNA
The School Nutrition Association has appointed Shannon Gleave as its president for the 2024-2025 school year. Gleave—the director of food and nutrition for Glendale Elementary School District in Arizona since 2013 and an SNA member for 18 years—follows 2023-2024 President Chris Derico in the role. At GESD, Gleave...
Arizona Economic Development Leaders Convene in Cottonwood, Pima County's Vescovi-Chiordi Steps Up as AAED Executive
The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) recently concluded its annual executive leadership retreat, a gathering of economic development power players. The event, which drives the strategic direction of AAED, took place from June 26-28 in Cottonwood and brought high-level executives and industry leaders from across the state together to discuss key initiatives for the advancement of economic development in Arizona.
Fast-casual Mexican chain to enter new state
Moe’s Southwest Grill will soon enter a new state in its namesake region. The Mexican fast-casual restaurant, known for burritos, tacos, bowls and more, has announced that it will open its first stores in Arizona through a five-unit franchise agreement that will bring locations to the greater Phoenix area. The first location is set to open at Pebble Creek Marketplace in Goodyear in September.
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