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Cell tower code change generates concerns among Prescott-area residents
About 40 people carrying signs gathered in front of Prescott City Hall this week to deliver a message to the City Council: “No cell towers near homes.”
Single-vehicle collision closes Highway 89 in Chino Valley
A collision in which a single vehicle struck a power utility pole while driving on Highway 89 in Chino Valley sent three to the hospital on Tuesday, April 13, according to a news release from the Chino Valley Police Department (CVPD).
Blankets 4 Kids Inc. holding Restart Donation Drive April 17
Blankets 4 Kids Inc. announced that it is inviting an officer or representative from each of the three police departments in the quad-city area and the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) to its Restart Donation Drive on Saturday, April 17.
- Prescott Valley Police Foundation to play host to 2nd annual ‘Thank the Blue’ event May 12
- Gambling landscape changing in Arizona; governor, tribal leaders ink gaming pacts to add machines, games, casinos
- Enter the mother-daughter look-alike contest, deadline 5 p.m. Monday, May 3
- AG Brnovich aims to force Biden to restart work on border wall
- What should you do if you’re stopped by police?
- Lawmakers dismiss concerns over free ‘taste’ to gambling
- Dancing fairies bring magic to downtown Prescott
- Business Lift: Sally B’s Café
- May art exhibits at ‘Tis Art Gallery announced
- Book Review: ‘Stargazer,’ by Anne Hillerman
- Arizona governor signs bill legalizing sports betting
- Giffords, congressional Democrats call for action on gun reform bills
- Pima County to get $2.1M to cover costs of asylum seekers
- Arizona high court strikes down law targeting timing of cities elections
- Prescott PD: 4 juveniles arrested for crime spree involving drive-by shooting, stabbing, assault
- HUSD budget decisions await new round of federal COVID-19 relief
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Young's slam off Corbin helps D'backs top booed Nats 11-6
Andrew Young delivered a grand slam for his first hit of the season to cap Arizona's 10-run outburst in just two innings against Washington starter Patrick Corbin, and the Diamondbacks went on to beat the struggling Nationals 11-6 on a windy, chilly Thursday night.
Eagles claim Cal Pac championship; Stevenson named golfer of the year
The Embry-Riddle women’s golf team is the California Pacific Conference Champion once again.
Emby-Riddle men’s golf claims Cal Pac title
By a mere three shots, the Embry-Riddle men’s golf team took first place out of seven during the Cal Pac Championship three-day tournament at Antelope Hills Golf Course on Wednesday, April 14.
- As possible changes in transfer rule near, few impacted by NCAA portal as much as ASU men’s basketball
- Zuccarello scores twice as Wild top Arizona 5-2
- Arizona taps Gonzaga's Lloyd to lead men's basketball team
- Roskopf, McNerney guide Chino Valley baseball to victory over county rival Camp Verde
- There’s a new Doan in town: Son of former Coyotes standout commits to play hockey at ASU
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No one in small southwest Missouri town voted on Tuesday, April 6
Local elections in April generally attract few voters but a small southwest Missouri town hit a new low last week when not one of its 70 residents cast a ballot.
Man, a steal! Rare Superman comic sells for record $3.25M
One of the few copies of the comic book that introduced Superman to the world has sold for a super-sized, record-setting price.
Bunny snatched: Record-holding giant rabbit stolen in UK
Police say one of the world’s biggest bunnies has been stolen from its home in central England.
- Watch: Drones light up night sky in tribute to Yuri Gagarin, first person in space 60 years ago
- Video: Woman receives windpipe transplant from donor
- Nurse, capturing the feeling of a nation, gets stuck in mud
- FBI: NYC morgue workers stole credit cards from dead people
- MMA fighter has finger severed in match; doctors reattach it
Opinions see more>
Friday Catchall: Ballot measures, pot, Earth Day not what they should be
Ballot measures, as I have said for years, need to be vetted before they go to the voters.
Editorial cartoon (2): April 16, 2021
Editorial cartoon (2): April 16, 2021
Editorial cartoon (1): April 16, 2021
Editorial cartoon (1): April 16, 2021
Reader Poll:
Gov. Doug Ducey has changed COVID restrictions to recommendations. What do you think?
- He is risking another surge. Period.
- It is about time! Because of vaccines and declining COVID numbers, we're OK.
- I am OK with this, but masks and distancing must continue.
- I don't care.
459 total votes
See past polls
Reader Poll:
Gov. Doug Ducey has changed COVID restrictions to recommendations. What do you think?
- He is risking another surge. Period.
- It is about time! Because of vaccines and declining COVID numbers, we're OK.
- I am OK with this, but masks and distancing must continue.
- I don't care.
459 total votes
See past polls
Features see more>
Feature Home: 1062 N Wide Open Trail, Prescott Valley
This StoneRidge beauty is a perfect and completely upgraded view home.
Flores: Financial freedom is an overlooked part of self-care
One of my favorite quotes about money comes from Cher, whose mother had told her, at the height of her career, that she needed to marry a “rich man” to be happy. She responded, “Mom, I am a rich man.”
Dear Annie: Finding love in all the wrong places
Dear Annie: I have let myself get involved with a significantly younger guy.
- Ask the Contractor: A squeaky garage wheel gets the … nylon rollers?
- Backyard Gardener: Feral honeybees and managing them for production
- Mountain Gardener: The most beautiful mountain flowers in the garden
- Ready to buy a home? The trick is finding or affording one
- 5 home remodeling trends to watch for in 2021
Life see more>
Adoption Spotlight: Miracle, William and Jaeden
Miracle, William and Jaeden are full of personality and enjoy a strong sibling bond.
Adoption Spotlight: Jaiden
Jaiden is an energetic, charming boy who loves soccer and dogs – especially puppies.
Adoption Spotlight: Jayden
Jayden has an adorable smile, a giant imagination and a tender heart.
Obituaries see more>
Obituary: Guy Cowan Willis
Guy Cowan Willis “crossed the bar” in Prescott, Arizona, on April 6, 2021.
Obituary: James Robert German
James Robert German went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 10, 2021.
Obituary: Bruce Montroy
Bruce Montroy passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
National & International see more>
US expels Russian diplomats, imposes sanctions for hacking
The Biden administration announced Thursday the U.S. is expelling 10 Russian diplomats and imposing sanctions against dozens of companies and other people, holding the Kremlin accountable for interference in last year's presidential election and the hacking of federal agencies.
Defense rests without Chauvin testimony at murder trial
Former Officer Derek Chauvin chose not to take the stand as testimony at his murder trial ended Thursday, passing up the chance to explain to the jury and the public for the first time what he was thinking when he pressed his knee against George Floyd's neck.
US opens more distance in worldwide race against coronavirus
The United States opened more distance between itself and much of the rest of the world on Thursday, nearing the 200 millionth vaccine administered in a months-long race to protect the population against COVID-19, even as other countries, rich and poor, struggle with stubbornly high infection rates and deaths.
- US agency says women can get abortion pill via mail
- Student fires at officers at Tennessee school, is killed
- Iran says it will enrich uranium to 60%, highest level ever
- Cop, police chief resign 2 days after Black motorist's death
- World in Brief: ‘Clear the Capitol,’ Pence pleaded, timeline of riot shows
