Current News

Prescott Valley Council to Follow Up on Prop 207 Deals

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 02:00:00 +0100

Prescott Valley Council will vote on a request tomorrow (Thurs) from the Town's Community Development Department to approve Prop 207 waivers dealing with eminent domain and regulatory takings.

Prescott Economic Advisory Committee To Meet Wednesday

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:24:32 +0100

The Mayor's Advisory Committee on Economic Development will meet Wednesday morning with an update on the airport and business licenses.

Prescott Council to Study Two Water Issues

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 14:59:22 +0100

Prescott Council members plan to discuss two significant water-related proposals Tuesday at their 3 p.m. study session at Prescott City Hall.

Business Leaders Get Service Club Updates

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:09:04 +0100

Chino Valley business leaders gathered this week to learn more about what's going on in town and the many accomplishments of some of Chino Valley's service clubs.

Vets to be honored Tuesday

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 03:00:00 +0100

Flags will be waving, bands will be marching and U.S. servicemen will be honored Tuesday morning at the annual Veterans Day Parade ceremonies in Prescott.

ADHS Issues Rabies Warning

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 15:28:53 +0100

Arizona is on track this year to break the state's annual record number of rabies cases.

Prescott Pollution Solution Underway

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:17:49 +0100

A new strategy is underway to address Prescott's water pollution problem.

Splitting Yavapai County Raises Eyebrows

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 14:15:38 +0100

Will regional cooperation ever exist in Yavapai County?

Record Crowd Attends McCain Rally

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 14:17:13 +0100

(With photo album!) Excitement filled the air in downtown Prescott last night as local residents awaited presidential hopeful John McCain's arrival to the rally at Yavapai County's Courthouse Plaza.

Your Vote on Jail Tax Matters

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 13:26:30 +0100

Many local officials and administrators are crossing their fingers and hoping the public understands negative consequences that will follow if the Yavapai County Jail Tax increase fails.

Those Cute Halloween Costumes

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 14:09:07 +0100

The costumes are cute, but the kds are cuter! Enjoy the photos

Prescott's Finest Drop In At Blair Household for Halloween

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 12:15:41 +0100

Former councilman Steve Blair always has a special party on Halloween night.

Have a Safe and Happy Halloween

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 18:12:45 +0100

Make sure your Halloween is safe and enjoyable for all.

Prescott College Asks for Delay

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:24:46 +0100

Prescott College asks for delay from Prescott City Council on a decision regarding Garden Street.

Dump the Drugs Event Slated Saturday

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:39:53 +0100

If your kids says they're going to a 'Skittles party,' beware!

Proposed Impact Fees At Odds With General Plan

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:01:02 +0100

Are the obvious discrepancies between the City's General Plan and the proposed impact fees significant?

Are Impact Fees The Right Solution?

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:50:55 +0100

Are the proposed impact fees the right solution? Do they match up with the Prescott City General Plan?

Single Vehicle Rollover Accident in PV

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 16:21:31 +0100

A single vehicle rollover accident resulted in two people being evacuated by helicopter to Phonix hospitals.

Change Orders Causing Friction

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:28:54 +0100

There's a monster living below the surface of Prescott's roads that has been rearing it's ugly head and costing taxpayers several hundred thousand dollars.

YCSO Waits for DNA Results in Kennedy Murder Case

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:48:44 +0100

Update on progress in the Virginia Carol Kennedy murder.

P3 Pipeline Project Advisor May Back Out

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 12:41:20 +0100

Although RBC Capital Markets is a financial advisor with the City of Prescott, they may decline to advise the partners on the Big Chino Pipeline project.

Arizonans for Obama

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:54:38 +0100

The Obama '08 bus rolls into Prescott's Granite Creek Park.

City of Prescott: A Financial State of Affairs

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 11:09:39 +0100

Concerned about how the City of Prescott is faring during these difficult financial times?

Elected Officials Proceeding Cautiously on Pipeline

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:51:35 +0100

Setting up a Public Private Partnership can be a very tricky issue.

WV Man Accused of Shooting at Horseback Riders

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:48:06 +0100

A lazy afternoon horseback ride turned dangerous Sunday in Williamson Valley.

Burglary Suspects in Custody

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 18:47:42 +0100

Suspects linked to at least 4 burglaries were arrested Sunday morning.

Public Forums Set for Jail District Tax

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 03:00:00 +0100

Want more information on the Jail District Tax? Attend a Community Open House and ask away!

Luzius Concerned about Public Tension

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 14:52:46 +0100

Councilman Luzius speaks up for the citizen's right to be heard.

Fann Contracting Recognized By Az Registrar of Contractors

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 01:04:28 +0100

Fann Contracting recognized by Arizona Registrar of Contractors for Community Service Projects.

PV Celebrates Safe Families

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:35:00 +0100

Prescott Valley celebrates "Lighting the Night to Keep Families Safe" from 6-8pm tonight.

Is the Access13 Funding In Jeopardy?

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:03:20 +0100

As the City of Prescott looks for ways to economize, Access13 funds come under scrutiny.

Wilson Ignores Council Direction

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 11:20:30 +0100

Mayor Wilson sends letter to Senators McCain and Kyl, without Council approval.

Jersey Lilly Saloon Leads Drive for Christmas Tree Lights

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:17:08 +0100

Think that the Courthouse Square looks a little sparse with the current Christmas Tree lighting scheme? Head over to Jersey Lilly and make a donation to help keep Prescott "Arizona's Christmas City".

Retired Chino Valley Fire District Captain Dies in Quad Accident

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 21:40:13 +0100

Retired CV Fire District Captain Mark W. Dacote died Saturday in a quad accident.

Water Debate Continues at CAP Confab

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:34:08 +0100

(VIDEO) How much water is there, and who wants what? Watch Ken Bennett's visualization of the issue and learn more about the panel discussion.

YCSO Offers Jail Tours for the Public

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 03:11:53 +0100

Ever want to see the inside of a jail without the handcuffs? Take a tour in either Prescott or Camp Verde.

Indian Hill Tank: What Next?

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:51:40 +0100

(Includes audio from council meeting.) Next week will likely see a different approach to the Indian Hill water tank issue, if Councilman Lamerson gets his way.

W.A.C. to Discuss USGS Report Progress

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 10:54:30 +0100

Members of the Yavapai County Water Advisory Committee to discuss the USGS report progress.

Citizen Input Wanted on Tri-City Transit

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 21:35:05 +0100

Plans for a tri-city transit program are in the spotlight this week.

PCC to Consider New Blasting Standards

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 20:30:10 +0100

Prescott City Council will tackle new blasting standards, as well as hear an update on the Indian Hill Water tank.

Prescribed Burn Scheduled for Crown King Area

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:24:38 +0100

PNF plans to reduce fire risk in the Crown King area.

Prescott Tackles Potential Business License Proposal

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:13:13 +0100

Mandatory business tax not meeting with strong approval amongst businesses.

Prescott Expands Flight Opportunities

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:27:25 +0100

New opportunities for travel have arrived at the Earnest A. Love Airport in Prescott.

PCC Turns Down Immigration Recommendations

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:03:46 +0100

Prescott Council members on Tuesday turned down recomendations from the Mayor's Advisory Committee on Immigration Issues.

About Sewers, Septics and Water Pollution

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 11:34:02 +0100

The question still remains as to who will pay for sewering unsewered Prescott areas.

Internet and Phones Disrupted At Prescott Public Library

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:18:07 +0100

UPDATE: Services have been restored.

Horizon Airlines Offers Free Flight to Foster Kids

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:38:20 +0100

Horizon Air has offered seats on its inaurgural flight to foster kids and their parents.

Horizon Air Bringing 21st Century Approach to Prescott

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 13:17:24 +0100

In today’s world, people arrange their air travel from the comfort of their own homes via the Web or the telephone at whatever time is most convenient to them.

PCC Considering Illegal Immigration Policy

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:42:55 +0100

Mayor Wilson proposes going forward with a new, smaller immigration committee.

Voters Go With Traditional Core Values

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:26:20 +0100

Old-fashioned, traditional core values appear to be what Yavapai County voters want most from their elected officials.

Election Results

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 07:07:34 +0100

Results from last night's election are in - with some surprises!

The Sculpture Garden at YC Continues to Expand

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 10:49:10 +0100

The Friends of Yavapai College Art are busy once again expanding the beautiful Sculpture Garden at Yavapai College.

Beware of Unexpected Phone Calls

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 15:30:09 +0100

It was an unexpected phone call, and an unwelcome message for Dona Speights.

Economy Forces More City of Prescott Layoffs

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:04:50 +0100

Dwindling sales tax revenue resulted in more City of Prescott layoffs this week.

Request for Public Assistance

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 01:08:10 +0100

Found a pink pillowcase next to the road, lately? If so, the Prescott Valley Police are looking for it.

Follow the Money - A Look at O'Halleran and Pierce Donations

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:19:38 +0100

Ever wonder where your candidates are getting their money? Do they receive PAC money? In-district or out-of-district funds? Personal loans?

Three Burglary Suspects Caught and Arrested

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:58:11 +0100

Prescott Police Department catches three burglary suspects at Coffee Roasters and places them in custody.

Lockwood's Requests Cost County Over $1600

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 23:58:51 +0100

Georgene Lockwood put in a request for documents that ended up costing the county $1781 to fulfill. How much of that will Lockwood pay? About $151.

Prescott Council Sipping from Same Cup

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:31:57 +0100

Prescott Council's decision Tuesday might have stirred up some confusion regarding their stance on regional water issues.

Deputy County Attorney Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:41:18 +0100

Deputy County Attorney John Erickson Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award by Arizona Prosecuting Attorneys’ Advisory Council.

Historic Pipeline Progress Underway

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 20:52:49 +0100

A major step toward bringing in enough water for future generations in the greater Prescott area is right around the corner.

Police Seek Arson Suspect

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:20:50 +0100

Police are looking for the person responsible for the four dumpster fires in the City of Prescott.

Prescott City Council To Vote On Downer Trail Issue

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 19:01:39 +0100

When Prescott City Council meets tomorrow, they will have to tackle a difficult issue: the gate at the crossroad of Downer Trail and Sierry Peaks Drive.

Hambrick Talks About Qualifications and Credentials

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 10:56:22 +0100

Yavapai County Assessor Victor Hambrick talks about the qualifications he's needed while holding his elected position.

Bill Hughes, Outstanding Prosecutor of the Year

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:42:27 +0100

Bill Hughes has been awarded the Outstanding Felony Prosecutor of the Year.

Lockwood Releases Additional "Evidence"

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 02:09:05 +0100

"Don't confuse me with the facts, I've already made up my mind," is a well-known saying that seems to fit the situation.

The Questions Georgene Lockwood Wouldn't Answer

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 08:40:35 +0100

We tried to ask Georgene Lockwood some questions. But, she didn't want to answer them.

NAU Expands Presence and Programs at Yavapai College

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:50:16 +0100

Northern Arizona University and Yavapai College are answering a statewide call to increase the numbers of college-going students in Arizona by ramping up higher education opportunities for Prescott residents.

Meeting Yavapai County Democrats

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:25:53 +0100

Dave McLane attends the annual Yavapai County Democrats' picnic.

Jim Lamerson Endorses Dr. Sandra Livingstone

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:48:00 +0100

Jim Lamerson endorses Dr. Sandra Livingstone, saying, "She's there for all the right reasons."

Preston Korn Suspends Campaign, Endorses Dr. Sandra Livingstone

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 12:08:03 +0100

Preston Korn Endorses Dr. Sandra Livingstone For Arizona CD-1 Race. Announcement Consolidates Conservative Support Throughout the District.

Lockwood Allegations Proven to be Incorrect

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:39:49 +0100

Candidate Georgene Lockwood claims the Yavapai County Supervisors, Carol Springer in particular, sought a half-cent sales tax increase. Is that true?

Investigators Still Seeking Leads in Kennedy Murder

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:06:05 +0100

Virginia Carol Kennedy investigators seeking information and leads.

Prescott Joins Suchitoto In Celebrating Its 150th Anniversary

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:33:52 +0100

From official ceremonies to volcanic lakes, the City of Prescott delegation had a fabulous time during their trip to Suchitoto, where they helped celebrate that town's 150th Anniversary.

Missing Woman in Prescott Valley

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 01:06:07 +0100

Update: The body of Robin Loveless has been located approximately 1 mile from her home.

Motorist Reports Vehicle Occupants Passing Marijuana Pipe

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:01:34 +0100

The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office was notified by a motorist reporting the driver and passenger in a blue Toyota Scion were passing and smoking from a marijuana pipe.

Traffic Stop Results in Internet Safety Lesson for Parents

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 19:26:16 +0100

Two under-aged girls arrange secret meeting with 19-year-old man they met on MySpace.

Tampering with Political Campaign Signs Is a Crime

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 19:50:54 +0100

The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office wants to remind people that it is illegal to tamper with campaign signs.

In Memory of Cindy Sue Thompson Grassi

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 17:18:01 +0100

City Councilman Bob Bell's daughter, Cindy Sue Thompson Grassi, 53, was hit by an alleged drunk driver while in Philadelphia. She passed away on Saturday evening. Services are this week.

New Name for Museum Store: Sharlot's Timeless Treasures

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:34:59 +0100

“I want our customers to take a little piece of Sharlot Hall and the museum home with them."

Lane 2 Emergency Fire Closure

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 01:39:42 +0100

Risky road conditions prompt Lane 2 closure to all but Fire Personnel and Residents.

Tracking Turtles Wherever They Go

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:52:54 +0100

**Exclusive** So, what's it like to give a turtle a fancy-dancy satellite tracker, anyway?

Update on Virginia Carol Kennedy Murder

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 19:51:35 +0100

At least one person of interest has been identified and detectives believe Kennedy’s death was not due to a random act.

A Roundup of Sea Turtles

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:11:04 +0100

**EXCLUSIVE**: On a search for Hawksbill Turtles in El Salvador. When found, one will be named after the City of Prescott.

A Big Thanks from the Crown King Residents

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:47:12 +0100

A big thank you to those who helped the residents of Crown King.

Prescott City Council Meeting, July 8, 2008

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:34:23 +0100

Live Update of the Prescott City Council meeting. Get the important information without having to sit through the boring stuff!

Citizens on Patrol Graduation

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:04:03 +0100

The Prescott Police Department is proud to announce the addition of three Citizen’s-on- Patrol members to its force.

Prescott Mayor Wilson Accepts Credentials From Honorary Consul Melendez

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 15:08:14 +0100

Honorary Consul Enrique Melendez presents his credentials to Mayor Jack Wilson.

"Packages for our Troops" Response

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:22:22 +0100

I would like to thank you for supporting us with your prayers and the recently received care package.

Wednesday Lane 2 Fire (Crown King) Update

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:16:53 +0100

Wednesday 8 am, Lane 2 Update: 7200 acres, 5% contained.

Crown King Rescue and Fire - Update

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:53:41 +0100

Preliminary report on investigation regarding the Lane 2 (Crown King) Rescue and Subsequent Fire.

Lane 2 Fire at 5300 Acres, 3 Residences Lost

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 11:56:42 +0100

Meeting Update: Mayer Recreational Center at 4 pm, on July 2. Update, 5 pm Tuesday: Dick Fleishman reports that, "Crown King looks really good."

Update: Lane 2 Fire in Crown King Area

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:09:08 +0100

The fire continues to burn this evening with no end predicted.Tony Sciacca, the Type 2 Incident Commander for the Lane 2 fire brings the latest news.

Evacuee Shelter Transitions to Service Center

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:26:00 +0100

Although the Evacuee shelter is transitioning to a Service Center, that doesn't mean that the Red Cross is going away, according to Tracey Keist from the American Red Cross. It just means that the local community and businesses are very generous.

2400 Acres and Growing

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:38:33 +0100

Latest update @ 2:30 pm: That smoke you see is from the Lane 2 Fire, just outside of Crown King. Overnight the fire grew from 500 acres to 2400.

Latest on Lane 2 Fire, South of Crown King

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:56:47 +0100

One mile south of Crown King, the Lane 2 fire has caused evacuations of the entire community.

Crown King and Horse Thief Basin Evacuated Due to Forest Fire

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 20:41:57 +0100

The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) and the US Forest Service are currently working a large wild fire south of Crown King in the Bradshaw Mountains.

Helicopter Crash Highway 89 near Drake Overpass

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:57:03 +0100

The Department of Public Safety reported the crash involved an “Air Evac” helicopter based out of the Prescott Airport.

Armed Robbery at PV Burger King Inside Job

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 20:45:32 +0100

Prescott Police Officers responded to a Burger King in response to reports of an armed robbery in progress, only to find some glaring discrepancies.

Ambassador Argueta de Barillas to Visit Prescott

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 16:27:01 +0100

Ambassador Argueta de Barillas, Minister of Foreign Affairs for El Salvador is planning to visit Prescott this November, announced Enrique Melendez, Honorary Consul for El Salvador.

Mayor of Fountain Hills Accepts Diplomatic Credentials

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 15:47:54 +0100

Fountain Hills Mayor Jay Schlum has received and accepted diplomatic credentials from the Honorary Consul of El Salvador, Enrique Melendez.

Big Boy's Party for Some Big Boys

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 10:30:32 +0100

"We're going to send a Big Boy's party to some Big Boys," said Carol Dhillon with a grin as she makes plans for a massive fundraising yard sale.

Billie Grobe Apointed to Governor's Meth Task Force

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:25:50 +0100

Billie Grobe, Chief Adult Probation Officer for Yavapai County, has been appointed to Governor Janet Napolitano’s Methamphetamine Task Force.

Chino Valley Mother Arrested for Abuse of Her 2 Month Old Baby

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 19:43:30 +0100

Michelle Murray (aka Swartz), from Chino Valley, has been arrested for several felony counts of abuse involving her two month old baby boy.

AZ State Judges Learn "Lessons of the Holocaust"

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 03:05:37 +0100

Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk takes "Lessons of the Holocaust" this week to all 800 judges in Arizona.

Great Lakes Named New Prescott Airline Carrier

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:33:18 +0100

Great Lakes wins contract to provide air service from Prescott to Phoenix.

$79 One Way from Prescott to Los Angeles, Non-Stop

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:58:17 +0100

Tired of driving to Phoenix to catch a plane to LAX? Does the long drive from Prescott to Southern California sound costly and exhausting? Want to make a connecting flight from LAX? Well, then, you'll welcome Horizon Air with open arms!

PV Police Department Take Grafitti Tagger Into Custody

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:36:26 +0100

Graffiti tagger is taken into custody.

Updated - Bodine in Custody!

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 19:36:02 +0100

Levi Bodine has been apprehended in Tucson, Arizona.

The Circus is Coming!

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 10:36:04 +0100

The circus is coming! Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey^® presents the all-new BOOM A RING show at Tim's Toyota Center!

YCSO Seeking Attempted Murder Suspect

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 19:56:29 +0100

YCSO is looking for Levi Bodine. Indications are that Bodine may have shaved his head recently.

Lynn Haak Wins Sharlot Hall Award

Thu, 29 May 2008 22:09:25 +0100

Lynn Haak, from Globe, Arizona, is the recipient of the Sharlot Hall Award.

Prescott Sees a Reduction in Annual Crime Rate

Thu, 29 May 2008 18:03:15 +0100

The crime rate has been going steadily down over the last two years in Prescott. The question is, 'Why?"

Looking for Linda Whiting

Wed, 28 May 2008 18:09:21 +0100

The Prescott Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating Linda Whiting, who used to reside in the quad-city area in the 1980's.

PHS Moves Graduation Ceremony to Tim's Toyota Center

Thu, 22 May 2008 22:21:02 +0100

Prescott High School Graduates are already on the move - to Prescott Valley, that is!

PCNC Members Move from Priorities to Decisions

Thu, 22 May 2008 02:47:51 +0100

Now that the end is in sight, PCNC members make some tough choices.

Tri-City DUI Taskforce Ready for Memorial Day Weekend

Wed, 21 May 2008 18:14:28 +0100

Tri-City DUI Taskforce will conduct saturation patrols over the Memorial Day Holiday.

YCSO Jeep Posse Awarded "Unit of the Year"

Mon, 19 May 2008 18:34:44 +0100

Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Rick Barnes presented the Arizona Search and Rescue Coordinators 2007 “Unit of the Year” award, to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Jeep Posse.

Plane Crash Outside of Bagdad, Az

Mon, 19 May 2008 18:15:09 +0100

UPDATE: The pilot for the crashed plane near Bagdad has been found, safe and sound.

Local Heroes Put a Nail in Hunger

Thu, 15 May 2008 15:51:04 +0100

During Building Safety Week, May 5th - May 9th, the Arizona State Permit Tech Association teamed up with the City of Prescott's Building Department to organize a Food Drive.

Are Your Pets Vaccinated?

Tue, 13 May 2008 17:53:39 +0100

Wild animal rabies detections heighten concern - YCSO reminds residents to keep pets currently vaccinated.

Mayor Wilson Calls Mr. Melendez

Mon, 12 May 2008 21:53:27 +0100

Prescott Mayor Jack Wilson arranges to meet with Enrique Melendez, Honorary Consul from El Salvador.

PCNC Gets Down to the Nitty Gritty

Thu, 08 May 2008 20:07:16 +0100

Prescott Capital Needs Committee offers preliminary prioritization of department projects.

Mesa Air Announces Early Departure

Thu, 08 May 2008 16:46:06 +0100

Mesa Air announces intent to cease service between Prescott and Phoenix as of August 4, 2008, due to financial hardships.

Tammy Linn Steps down from United Way

Mon, 05 May 2008 16:09:43 +0100

Tammy Linn steps down from the United Way as Executive Director, as she leaves the organization in excellent hands.

No ICE Training for Prescott Police Department

Sat, 03 May 2008 08:04:18 +0100

The Prescott Police Department will not receive ICE certification training for any of their officers in the forseeable future, according to Mayor Jack Wilson.

Tibor Rubin: An Evening of Remembrance

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 13:15:11 +0100

Veterans and local dignitaries, Jews and non-Jews, men and women, young and old - all who came to the Yavapai College Performance Hall last night left with a new perspective on life and blessings after hearing Tibor Rubin speak.

Sinkhole On Aubrey Street Closes Road Indefinitely

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 18:17:43 +0100

UPDATE: According to Chad McDowell, City of Prescott Field Operations Manager, the Aubrey Street sinkhole was measured at a depth of twenty-eight feet.

Prescott and Prescott Valley Hire High-Powered Attorney from Phoenix

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 02:51:05 +0100

Environmental attorney Norman D. James from Phoenix has been hired to represent Prescott and Prescott Valley in the Big Chino Ranch issue.

Highway 89 Closed Due to Serious Roll Over Accident

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:40:05 +0100

Serious accident closes SR 89 for the second time this week.

Officer Amy Drew Chosen as Educator of the Month

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 01:04:40 +0100

Prescott Police Officer Amy Drew was chosen as Educator of the Month at Prescott’s Mile High Middle School .

Recycled T-Shirts?

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 16:59:39 +0100

"Recycling: The act of helping a bottle re-fulfill its destiny and become something great again."

SR 89 between SR 89A and Willow Lake Rd. Closed Due to Fatality

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 16:59:12 +0100

UPDATE, 5:39 pm: Drivers of accident involved identified.

YCSO Detention Officers Graduate from the 287(g) Program

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 09:45:28 +0100

A new weapon in the fight against illegal immigration is at the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, as six Detention Officers successfully completed the 4 week US Immigration and Customs Enforcement 287(g) Training Academy.

Crystal Darkness - It's Time to Fight Back

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 11:30:56 +0100

It's a documentary called Crystal Darkness, and it's on TV tonight - everywhere.

Newly Formed YCSO Cold Case Unit to Investigate Homicides

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 18:07:39 +0100

Unsolved murders. Is anyone in Yavapai County doing anything about them? Yes, Yavapai County Sheriff's Department is creating a Cold Case Unit, thanks to a $45,000 grant from the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

Found! Prescott Police Officer's Stolen Gun Recovered

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:57:10 +0100

What was lost, now is found - but, in a mailbox?

Prescott Fire Dept. Hosts 2nd Annual VIP Expo

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 22:39:35 +0100

On Thursday April 3, 2008 Prescott Fire Department held its 2^nd annual V.I.P. EXPO.

OneBookAZ

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 01:32:54 +0100

Imagine everyone in the entire state reading the same book at the same time, and then going to events to really talk about it, and perhaps even visit with the author. That’s the vision of OneBookAZ, a state-wide annual reading event sponsored by the Arizona State Library, Archives, and Public Records.

Police Officer's Duty Weapon Stolen

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 23:20:03 +0100

A Prescott Police Officer's gun goes missing from the Fry's Food Store on Fair Street.

K9 Deputies Work I-17

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 20:26:00 +0100

Three drug arrests, three drug paraphernalia arrests, one driving under the influence arrest, and a bunch of illegal aliens - all in a day's work for the YCSO K9 Deputies.

YCSO Seeking Prescott Suspect

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:34:41 +0100

Yavapai County Sheriff's Office seeking suspect Knute Kolmann.

DOT Unveils Purple Heart Motorcycle License Plate

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 22:29:14 +0100

Have you earned a Purple Heart through your military service? Do you ride a motorcycle? Now you can get a special license plate to honor your service in the Armed Forces.

YCSO Officers to Receive Immigration and Customs Training

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:24:08 +0100

On February 27, 2008, the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors approved a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Trapped ATV Rider Rescued Via Helicopter

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 18:38:58 +0100

On February 28, 2008 at approximately 10:45 A.M., Yavapai County Sheriff Deputies, the YCSO Jeep Posse Team, and Rangers from the Department of Public Safety, located and rescued missing Bagdad resident Gerald Vickers, age 47.

Hikers Rescued Thanks to GPS Enabled Cell Phone

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 11:26:07 +0100

Two lost hikers were rescued in the Sedona area, thanks to their GPS-enabled cell phones.

Prescott Bank of America Is Robbed

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:47:22 +0100

On February 11, 2008 at about 12:10 p.m., Prescott Police responded to a bank robbery at the Bank of America on Willow Creek Road.

Local Prescott Bookkeepers Arrested for Fraud

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 16:44:30 +0100

Joanne Meluski and Peter Hupper are accused of stealing over one million dollars from a local business over the past several years.

Deputy Douglas Owens Racks Up Awards

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 17:24:50 +0100

On January 31, 2008 Yavapai County Sheriff’s Deputy of the Year for 2007, Douglas Owens was presented with a five day scholarship award to the Gunsite Academy in Paulden, Arizona by the Jeff Cooper Legacy Foundation.

Steve Skurja: Looking Forward To Moving On

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 23:29:21 +0100

After 23 years, Yavapai Silent Witness (YSW), is returning to its original home, the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office (YCSO), who will act as the new host agency.

Missing Cottonwood Man

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 07:54:20 +0100

UPDATE: The missing Cottonwood man has been found, and is at the Verde Medical Center, where he is currently being evaluated.

Bank Robbery At Chase Bank - Schools Locked Down

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 15:02:32 +0100

On November 1, 2007, at approximately 12 p.m., the Chase Bank on Miller Valley Road in Prescott was robbed.

No Fann Annexation for Prescott

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 17:55:29 +0100

"If I vote for the annexation, it accepts the Development Agreement. I don't like the Development Agreement." And with that, Mary Ann Suttles cast her "No" vote next to that of Bob Luzius...

Reverse 911 Coming to Yavapai County

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 18:09:34 +0100

Just over a month ago, the City of San Diego unveiled their Reverse 911 call system. And, it was just in time, too. This week as forest fires raged out of control in California, an estimated 500,000 phone calls went out to residents in San Diego informing them that it was time to evacuate.

Downed Plane Along Williamson Valley Road

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 15:23:40 +0100

It was 10:15 when the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office (YCSO) received a call reporting a downed Cessna airplane on Williamson Valley Road. Pilot Gary Erwin Lewis, 52, from the Phoenix area, had some sort of engine failure, and attempted to make an emergency landing on Williamson Valley Road.

Deadly Snake Bite from Mohave Rattler

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 20:01:04 +0100

It happens rarely, but a Paulden resident died from a rattlesnake bite on Saturday, according to a media release from Susan Quayle, Media Relations Coordinator for the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office (YCSO).

PHS Student Dies Wednesday

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 09:20:37 +0100

A senior at Prescott High School died yesterday. Cause of death has not yet been determined. Prescott eNews will bring more information when it becomes available. At this point, the student's name is being withheld.

And the Winner Is... Well, We're Not Sure

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 23:29:56 +0100

The ballots have all been mailed in and most of them have been counted in the City Council Primary election. And the preliminary results are in - but the key word here is preliminary.

Baby Boy Born In Yavapai County Jail

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 22:13:48 +0100

On Sunday, September 9, at approximately 5:52 PM, an inmate at the Yavapai County Jail in Prescott gave birth to a baby boy in the jail infirmary.

The Circus Starts Tonight!

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:11:21 +0100

It takes only 6 hours to set up the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, according to Jason Gibson, the Ringling Bros. Production Manager. Six hours, that is, to set the stage for some of the best fun you'll ever have.

Jason Gibson Loves His Job

Wed, 05 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +0100

His name is Jason Gibson, and he's the production manager of the Greatest Show on Earth, the Gold Unit. And he doesn't just like his job, he loves it!

Jon Weiss Has the Greatest Job on Earth

Mon, 03 Sep 2007 19:33:33 +0100

He went from being a clown, to being shot out of a cannon. Now Jon Weiss is the Host of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey's Gold Show, which will be performing next weekend at Tim's Toyota Center in Prescott Valley. ...

Rainwater: A Viable Option?

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 07:58:33 +0100

“You may not have a water problem. You may have a water management problem.” Terri McMains was speaking to over 100 people at the Old Clubhouse at the Antelope Hills Golf course Thursday afternoon on the topic of catching, storing and using rainwater. McMains, of American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association, also spoke about regulations, and other areas in the United States who use rainwater to a great extent. ...

Balancing Circus and Groceries?

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0100

Be amazed, bewildered and just plain laugh at the hijinx of Jon Weiss as he entertains children of all ages at Fry’s Food Store. Jon has a rich 26 year history with Ringling Bros. that he loves to share with audiences. He started his Ringling career as a clown, has been shot from a cannon more than 5,000 times and now hosts The Greatest Show On Earth.

Chino Woman Killed in Peoria Car Accident

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0100

A Chino Valley woman, Stacey Stubbs, 40, was killed in a head-on car accident in Peoria, Arizona. The accident happened at 3:30 on Monday afternoon.

David Schlosser - Remembered and Loved

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0100

Hi, I’m David Schlosser’s Uncle Mike. His dad, Dennis, is my younger brother. Great piece on Embry Riddle Grads Victims of Plane Crash. Thanks...

Barnes & Noble - Over 500 People Come for Harry Potter Book

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0100

You might expect that by midnight on a Friday evening, young children would be tucked snugly in bed (and their parents, too) and most retailers would be locked up tight as a drum. Who cares if a book is going to be released at midnight - even if it is the very last Harry Potter book in the series?

Embry Riddle Grads Victims of Plane Crash

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0100

When you work together, study together and and live together on a campus, it feels almost like family. So, when the faculty and students at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) found out that two of their graduates, David Schlosser and Tyler Price, died in a plane accident on Sunday, the news hit hard. ...

Monsoon Season is Here!!!

Mon, 16 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0100

That wet stuff you saw falling from the sky is called rain, in case you forgot - and it was much needed in the Prescott area. More rain is expected today, and throughout the weekend, according to Len Davis on KYCA.

The Table Fire in Dugas

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0100

The Table Fire is burning about 7 miles northeast of the town of Dugas inside the Cedar Bench Wilderness, according to Mary Nunez, of the Forest Service.

The Truck Kept On Rolling - But Everyone's Okay

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0100

According to a press release issued by Susan Quayle, Media Relations Coordinator for YCSO, a 2-year-old boy in Cottonwood was uninjured despite a rather adventurous ride.

All Is Well... Back to Work!

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0100

After a bomb scare yesterday, that caused the Yavapai County Courthouse to be evacuated, today all is well, and the court is again open for business.

The iPhone is Coming...

Tue, 26 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0100

So, you've seen the pictures and the commercials and the keynote, and you want one. You really want one. An iPhone of your very own. But, you live in the Prescott area, a gorgeous place to live, but not exactly a robust metropolitan area. And, you've heard that iPhones are only available at Apple stores, except, Apple doesn't have a store here in Prescott. Not even in Gateway Mall. ...

Body Identified as John Anthony Hopkins

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0100

The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office has identified the body found in Sedona on May 20, 2007 as that of John Anthony Hopkins, 39, from Camp Verde, AZ.