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Send us a text and chime in!The Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® (PAAR), in partnership with GRyT: Thriving by Choice, will host the 2026 Economic Forecast on Wednesday, February 25, bringing national and state economic experts to Prescott to share insights on the year ahead. The event will take place at The Clubhouse at Touchmark (formerly The Finn), 3150 Touchmark Blvd, and will feature data-driven analysis on key economic indicators, housing market trends, and Arizona’s economic outlook for 2026. The morning begins with breakfast and networking at 8:00 a.m., followed by a keynote presentation at 8:30 a.m. by Dr. Jes...

Send us a text and chime in!Enrolled members of federally recognized tribal nations in Arizona can now receive driver licenses, instruction permits and ID cards bearing a Native American designation. The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) has added this option under a state law taking effect Jan. 1. The legislation, House Bill 2852, was sponsored by Rep. Myron Tsosie of Chinle. Those who choose this option will have the words “Native American” printed on the front of their credential below the photo and signature. To update a current credential, a new application and photo will be r...

Send us a text and chime in!Thanks to a grant from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, the Prescott Valley Police Department, in partnership with Parenting Arizona and Yavapai County Community Health Services, successfully hosted a car seat safety event on January 24, 2026, at Park Collective in Prescott Valley.The event focused on enhancing child passenger safety by offering car seat inspections and distributing car seats to families in need who met eligibility requirements and demonstrated a clear need. During the event, certified technicians inspected more than 10 car seats, ensuring they were properly in...

Send us a text and chime in!Prescott Frontier Days® has big plans to help kick off America’s “Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom”! For the first time, PFD will offer pre-sale opportunities to purchase tickets early for the World’s Oldest Rodeo® before the sales go live online in March 2026. PFD will also be partnering with the Prescott Community Cupboard Food Bank to help replenish their supplies and requests your help in this effort. Here are the particulars: Event #1: Early Ticket Sales • Date: Saturday, February 14th through Friday, February 20th, 2026 • Time: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm • Place: Prescott Rodeo Grounds, 840 Rod...

Send us a text and chime in!Seasonal restrictions on climbing and other activities on the cliff faces of Granite Mountain and Thumb Butte will be in effect Feb. 1 through July 15 to protect nesting peregrine falcons. Both sites have supported nesting peregrines for more than 30 years, and the annual closures provide the undisturbed habitat the birds need to successfully raise their young. On Granite Mountain, all portions of the rock cliff face, along with the rim and a 100‑foot buffer above it, will be closed to climbing and any other form of access. At Thumb Butte, the no...

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Send us a text and chime in!Amendments are approved changes that adjust how the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program operates at the state level. Through amended SNAP waivers, which are special federal approvals that allow states to modify standard program rules, states may update which foods are eligible for purchase with SNAP benefits. Beginning in 2026, these changes enable participating states to limit certain non-nutritious items, such as soda, candy, and energy drinks, while encouraging healthier food choices, with the goal of improving long-term health outcomes and providing states with greater flexibility in administering the program. U.S...

Send us a text and chime in!Scottsdale continues to build on its million committed investment in Old Town with additional paving, infrastructure upgrades, business support, and a new, coordinated economic development and tourism strategy designed to strengthen the area’s long-term vitality. Recent pavement improvements to roads and alleys throughout Old Town are improving safety, accessibility, and aesthetics while supporting daily business operations and major events. The paving work complements ongoing infrastructure investments, including sewer improvements near Stagebrush Theater and the recently completed Second Street and Goldwater Boulevard sewer project, helping modernize essential systems in one of...

Send us a text and chime in!The Prescott Valley Police Department was recently notified that scammers are calling local residents, posing as officers for our agency. The suspects are asking for monetary donations. PVPD will never call residents and ask for money for any cause.Even if your caller ID indicates it is coming from the Prescott Valley Police Department, this information can be faked. It is the goal of PVPD to keep our citizens informed when these new scams come around, so you can keep from being scammed.Check out...

Send us a text and chime in!The Town of Gilbert staff are preparing for a permanent street closure on Washington Avenue between N. Ash Street and Gilbert Road. In January, a portion of Washington Avenue, included in the South Anchor land sale located at 40 W. Elliot Road, was officially abandoned and is now private property. The developer will begin fencing the area in late January and post notices of private property. The Gilbert Office of Economic Development is working with Fire, Traffic, and Refuse for fence placement and installation, and is preparing outreach to area residents...

Send us a text and chime in!The Prescott Valley Police Community Services Unit will host the NRA-certified “Refuse to be a Victim” program on Thursday, February 26 from 1-4pm in the Prescott Valley Police Department Training Room at 7601 E Skoog Blvd. This free community class is open to any quad-city resident age 18 years and older (limited to 50 attendees). Registration fills up fast for these classes, make sure to sign up early!To enroll, send an email to Police Community Services Supervisor Jodi Mullins at jmullins@prescottvalley-az.gov. In the email please include the following info...

Send us a text and chime in!In addition to prioritizing affordability and protecting Arizona’s quality of life, Governor Katie Hobbs’ Executive Budget proposal includes strategic transportation investments that safeguard Arizona’s investment in state highways, enhance safety, and help rural communities. The Executive Budget includes an ongoing investment of .2 million from the State Highway Fund to address increased construction materials prices and extend the life of highway infrastructure to prevent more costly repairs in the future. It also includes .4 million from the State Highway Fund to meet baseline needs for 487.5 new lane miles statewide, many of the...

Send us a text and chime in!Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) firefighters are reminding pet owners to follow proper heat lamp safety after rescuing a tortoise from a smoke-filled shed in Prescott Valley. In late 2025, CAFMA crews responded to reports of smoke coming from a backyard shed in Prescott Valley. Upon arrival, firefighters found a small structure filled with smoke and discovered that a reptile heat lamp had fallen onto bedding, causing it to smolder. Acting quickly, the crew carefully removed Littlefoot, a pet tortoise, and extinguished the smoldering materials before securing the shed...

Send us a text and chime in!State Representative Nick Kupper (R‑25) has introduced House Bill 2059, the Reasonable and Prudent Interstate Driving (RAPID) Act, legislation to allow higher speeds on designated rural interstate segments while maintaining strict penalties for dangerous driving. Under the RAPID Act, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) could authorize derestricted speed zones for non-commercial vehicles during daylight hours on qualifying rural interstates. ADOT would base its decisions on engineering studies, safety records, and highway design standards. At night, the maximum speed limit on those stretches would be 80 miles per hour. The bill also incr...

Send us a text and chime in!State Representative Nick Kupper (R‑25) has introduced House Bill 2059, the Reasonable and Prudent Interstate Driving (RAPID) Act, legislation to allow higher speeds on designated rural interstate segments while maintaining strict penalties for dangerous driving. Under the RAPID Act, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) could authorize derestricted speed zones for non-commercial vehicles during daylight hours on qualifying rural interstates. ADOT would base its decisions on engineering studies, safety records, and highway design standards. At night, the maximum speed limit on those stretches would be 80 miles per hour. The bill also incr...

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Prescott and GH2 Architects are currently developing a Master Plan to shape the future of the City’s Rodeo/Fairgrounds site. To introduce the project and obtain input, we invite you to attend an upcoming community meeting to discuss the Rodeo/Fairgrounds Master Plan Project. The meeting will be held on Monday, February 2, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Center, 1280 E Rosser Street. This is the first of multiple community meetings; and will allow you to learn more about the project, provide input to help sh...

Send us a text and chime in!Take a break and check out the weekend weather for Prescott Valley, Prescott, Chino Valley, and Dewey-Humboldt. Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 61. West wind around 6 mph, becoming north in the afternoon. Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 28. Northwest wind around 6 mph. Friday: Sunny, with a high near 62. North wind around 7 mph becoming northeast in the afternoon. Friday Night: Clear, with a low around 29. North wind around 6 mph. Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 66. North wind 3 to 5 mph. Saturday Night: Clear, with a low around 35. North wind... </p...

Send us a text and chime in!Prescott Valley is welcoming a new destination for dog care: PV Bark will celebrate its grand opening on January 28th, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at 6689 E 1st St., Prescott Valley, AZ 86314. The facility is designed to provide local pet owners with reliable, high-quality care for their dogs in a thoughtfully planned environment. A Personal Vision Becomes a Community Resource Founders Mike Gust and Elaine O’Connor relocated from Houston, Texas, in 2020, seeking a change of pace and lifestyle. When a home renovation left them scrambling to find temporary care for th...

Send us a text and chime in!Fire managers on the Prescott National Forest plan to conduct prescribed fire operations, primarily pile burning, on Big Bug Mesa on the Bradshaw Ranger District. These machine and hand piles are from recent hazardous fuels reduction and thinning projects. Pending all required approvals, ignitions could begin as early as Thursday, Jan. 15, and continue throughout the winter months as prescribed burning conditions remain favorable. Recent and ongoing rainfall events have provided favorable conditions to allow for pile burning in numerous areas across the forest. Expect smoke impacts to be light and...

Send us a text and chime in!Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) firefighters responded to a reported structure fire in the Granville subdivision near Lemon Tree Drive and Ardmore Avenue at approximately 5:28 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Crews arrived to find heavy smoke coming from the residence. The fire was quickly extinguished and is currently under investigation. Working smoke alarms alerted the occupant, enabling safe self-evacuation and a timely call to 9-1-1. Early notification confined the fire to contents and prevented further spread. No injuries were reported. CAFMA thanks APS, Copperstate Ambulance, Jacobs Water...