Local leaders, residents and business representatives gathered at the Flagstaff Aquaplex on Wednesday, April 9, to celebrate the groundbreaking of a major broadband project that promises to reshape connectivity across the city. Wecom Fiber, in partnership with the City of Flagstaff, officially launched construction on a $5 million high-speed, multi-gigabit fiber network that will serve 34 municipal facilities, including City Hall, public libraries, recreation centers, fire stations and more. … [Read more...] about ‘A New Era for Flagstaff:’ Wecom Breaks Ground on Citywide Fiber Network
Volunteers Cut, Split, Deliver Firewood to Tribal Communities
When the Kayenta and Black Mesa coal mines closed, many Hopi and Navajo families lost a key source of fuel for home heating. With coal no longer available, some turned to gathering firewood – an effort complicated by land-use restrictions and limited resources. On the Navajo Nation, firewood collection is often restricted to designated clan lands, and removing wood from another’s allotment is not tolerated. While some Hopi mesas have forested areas, wood is often scarce, and cutting live trees … [Read more...] about Volunteers Cut, Split, Deliver Firewood to Tribal Communities
The Guidance Center’s Moms and Babies Program Supports Pregnant Women Living with Substance Use Disorders
Getting sober is difficult for anyone. Add pregnancy or being a new mom to the picture while facing an especially high cost of living, and the challenge seems insurmountable. At The Guidance Center, we’re seeking to engage women who may benefit from a pilot program called Moms and Babies. In partnership with Arizona Complete Health and AHCCCS, the program covers expenses related to therapy, housing, childcare, peer support and other needs. We want new and expecting mothers to feel truly … [Read more...] about The Guidance Center’s Moms and Babies Program Supports Pregnant Women Living with Substance Use Disorders
Tomatopalooza: Tips, Trivia about Growing Tomatoes
Northern Arizona’s unpredictable high-desert climate means cultivating tomatoes can be both a unique challenge and a deeply satisfying success. Whether you’re cultivating a backyard garden or container plants on your patio, the key to a thriving tomato harvest lies in choosing the right varieties, using proper techniques, and understanding local conditions. And if you’re passionate about tomatoes, there’s even more to love: these garden staples have a fascinating history and global footprint … [Read more...] about Tomatopalooza: Tips, Trivia about Growing Tomatoes
Which Hearing Aids are Right for Me?
The world of hearing aids can be intimidating. With the multiple manufacturers and models, it can feel akin to purchasing a vehicle. A minority of adults with hearing loss are actually fit with hearing aids, while the average length of time between noticing an issue and seeking treatment is seven years. Fortunately, licensed providers are available to act as guides, with guides being the key words. While providers are very knowledgeable and reliable sources, the question of which type of … [Read more...] about Which Hearing Aids are Right for Me?
Celebrating the Legacy of the World’s Oldest Rodeo with Events, Performances
Prescott Frontier Days, Inc. is thrilled to announce tickets are on sale now at www.worldsoldestrodeo.com via the only valid third-party ticket vendor, Rodeo Tickets. This iconic event, held during the bustling Fourth of July week, is a cornerstone of Prescott’s summer calendar, driving economic prosperity throughout the county. Featuring a week-long extravaganza of world-class rodeo action and family-friendly entertainment, the World’s Oldest Rodeo stands as Prescott’s premier event of the … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Legacy of the World’s Oldest Rodeo with Events, Performances
Wine, Food, Festivities to Flow at Verde Valley Wine Festival
Wine lovers and festivalgoers will once again flock to Cottonwood’s Riverfront Park this spring as the Verde Valley Wine Festival makes its highly anticipated return 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, May 10. Now in its seventh year, the popular event will bring together more than 20 wineries from across the Verde Valley and beyond. Attendees can sip their way through some of Arizona’s finest wine selections while enjoying craft beer, spirits, food from local eateries, live music and artisan shopping … [Read more...] about Wine, Food, Festivities to Flow at Verde Valley Wine Festival
Yavapai-Apache Nation Marks Fifteen Years of Earth Day Awareness and Action
Fifteen years after launching the Yavapai-Apache Nation’s first Earth Day event, David Lewis says the annual gathering continues to grow in both participation and purpose. Lewis, manager of the tribe’s Environmental Protection Department, created the event to promote environmental awareness while strengthening tribal and community partnerships. This year’s celebration, held Saturday, April 5, welcomed representatives from the region, including the Town of Camp Verde, APS, Home Depot, the … [Read more...] about Yavapai-Apache Nation Marks Fifteen Years of Earth Day Awareness and Action
Lucy Leyva Builds Maid to Order Into Regional Powerhouse
As a single mom, Lucy Leyva began her residential cleaning business as its lone employee. Today, 20 years later, Prescott Maid to Order has more than 80 workers and Leyva is planning to expand into the Verde Valley. At the beginning, Leyva said, she knew that she wanted to create a business and she needed one that did not require a lot of investment money for startup. She also wanted to stay connected to people and the community. “I love people,” the former Prescott Valley Town councilmember … [Read more...] about Lucy Leyva Builds Maid to Order Into Regional Powerhouse
Legacy of Fierce Apache Warrior Lives On
When Jerry “Geronimo” Martin speaks about his famous ancestor, he’s not sharing folklore – his goal is to set the record straight. The great-great grandson of the legendary Apache warrior and medicine man Geronimo, Martin has made it his life’s mission to tell the true story behind the man often misunderstood by history books. “What makes my grandfather the greatest warrior is that he was the last to stand for what he believed,” said Martin. “There are so many newspaper stories about Geronimo … [Read more...] about Legacy of Fierce Apache Warrior Lives On