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Yavapai County GED earners reach graduation
Bullying, young motherhood, substance abuse and shattering molds were among the reasons the latest group of GED earners gave for rerouting their educational journeys.
Memorial Day ceremony set for May 27 at Citizens’ Cemetery
The Yavapai County Board of Supervisors is inviting anyone wishing to remember and honor those who have fallen in service to the country to join U.S. Rep. Paul Gosar, Yavapai County Supervisor Rowle Simmons, Prescott Mayor Greg Mengarelli and Quang Nguyen from 9 to 10 a.m.
Efforts to approve $11.8 billion budget plan stall; Memorial Day weekend sessions a possibility
Efforts to finally approve an $11.8 billion spending plan stalled Thursday as House and Senate leaders struggled to line up the votes.
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Preview: Prescott baseball returns for Memorial Day Tournament
Prescott baseball is back at it again as the Badgers will open thier summer season by hosting a 15-team, wood-bat Memorial Day Tournament from Saturday to Monday at Prescott High School, Chino Valley High School and Yavapai College.
Local Sports in Brief: Memorial Day weekend tennis tournament May 25-27 at Yavapai College
The PATA Memorial Day NTRP Tennis Tournament is scheduled for Memorial Day weekend, Saturday-Monday, May 25-27, at Yavapai College Tennis Center in Prescott.
WNBA Preview Capsules
A team-by-team look at the WNBA.
- Suns’ Richaun Holmes arrested in Florida for Marijuana possession
- Faces of concussions: NHL’s head-on battle with an epidemic
- Leonard scores 35; Raptors beat Bucks 105-99 for 3-2 lead
- Twins tie franchise record with 8 homers, beat Angels 16-7
- Martin, Randall have their way in pair of Prescott Valley Little League blowouts
- Local Sports in Brief: Prescott Valley Grand Prix scheduled for Memorial Day weekend
- French Open Preview: Federer, Nadal, Djokovic still rule tennis
- Preview: Bruins, Blues meet in Stanley Cup Final 49 years in making
- Gunby: A few ground rules for couples playing golf together
- Jarrett to become seventh Andretti to run at Indianapolis
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Truck falls through upper level of New Jersey parking garage
A truck has fallen through the upper level of a parking garage in northern New Jersey. The accident happened shortly before noon Wednesday at a parking facility in North Bergen township, some 9 miles west of New York City.
Israeli scientists brew beer with revived ancient yeasts
Israeli researchers raised a glass Wednesday to celebrate a long-brewing project of making beer and mead using yeasts extracted from ancient clay vessels —some over 5,000 years old.
2 rare mammals, Chacoan peccaries, born in Prague zoo
Prague’s zoo says two Chacoan peccaries have been born there for the first time, a vital step in efforts to save an endangered species that was once considered extinct.
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Opinions see more>
Friday Catchall: Giving yourself a raise; MVD’s pesky $32 fee
Upon hearing our legislators are giving themselves a raise, two things sound a little hinky.
Editorial cartoon (1) May 24, 2019
An editorial cartoon published in the Courier, May 24, 2019.
Editorial cartoon (2) May 24, 2019
An editorial cartoon published in the Courier, May 24, 2019.
Reader Poll:
What should be done to prevent the apparently frequent fatal falls at the Grand Canyon?
- Put up more and better fences and barriers.
- Nothing, you cannot affect common sense.
- I don't care.
918 total votes
See past polls
Reader Poll:
What should be done to prevent the apparently frequent fatal falls at the Grand Canyon?
- Put up more and better fences and barriers.
- Nothing, you cannot affect common sense.
- I don't care.
918 total votes
See past polls
Kudos see more>
Art show highlights strong women
Local artist Donna Carver has created a body of work acknowledging and highlighting strong women that is currently on display in the mezzanine ’Tis Art Center & Gallery.
At a Glance: Talbott Brothers perform at the Highlands Center
Portland Based duo Nick and Tyler Talbott are set to perform at the Highlands Center for Natural History Thursday, May 30.
Prescott Valley Grand Prix races this weekend
It’s a race at Findlay Toyota Center this weekend as Arizona Offroad Promotions brings the Prescott Valley Grand Prix back for a fifth year Saturday and Sunday, May 25-26.
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Music For Those With Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
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Features see more>
Mayer Meals on Wheels Casino Night
Having a casino come to your neighborhood is always great as you don’t have those long distances to drive in order to spend a few hours playing those popular card games.
Dear Annie: Notes on a college admissions scandal II
Dear Readers: We were overwhelmed with letters about the college admissions scandal, and this is a continuation of yesterday’s column, filled with questions, criticism and praise from my many talented and brilliant readers.
Feature Home: 1884 Kensington Court Prescott • $443,000
Located in a charming, new enclave development, this beautiful new home is centrally located in Prescott, less than 4 miles from the Courthouse square.
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Harvey Skoog, former Prescott Valley mayor, honored by Yavapai College Foundation
Former Prescott Valley Mayor Harvey Skoog was among those honored at the 48th annual meeting of the Yavapai College Foundation, held Tuesday, May 7, at the YC Performing Arts Center in Prescott.
HUSD Student of the Week: Anthony Kincaid
Congratulations to Anthony Kincaid for being this week’s HUSD Student of the Week.
CVUSD Student of the Week: Ava Jamie
Ava Jamie, a fifth grader in Ms. Crow’s and Mrs. Rock’s class, has been attending Del Rio School since she was a kindergartener in Ms. Jenny tenBerge’s class.
The Hap see more>
Photo: Cheers, for new D-H museum site!
The Dewey-Humboldt Historical Society board members raise a toast to celebrate the official purchase of property to build a new museum.
Chino Valley benefits from volunteers’ 16,000 hours
The Town of Chino Valley, on Thursday, May 2, held a volunteer reception at the Chino Valley Senior Center.
Chamber Focus: 10th anniversary of A Valley of Vitality Wellness Studio
The Prescott Chamber of Commerce helped celebrate the 10th anniversary of A Valley of Vitality Wellness Studio, powered by Massage Prescott, with a ribbon-cutting celebration Thursday, May 9, 2019.
Obituaries see more>
Obituary: Ammi “Doc” Miller
Ammi “Doc” Miller went to be with the Lord on April 25, 2019.
Obituary Notice: Marjoria C. Busch
Marjoria C. Busch, 98, of Chino Valley, Arizona, was born on June 8, 1920, and died May 16, 2019.
Obituary: Marjoria “Margie” Busch
Marjoria “Margie” Busch, 98, of Chino Valley, Arizona, was born in Brooklyn, New York, and went to be with the Lord on May 16, 2019.
National & International see more>
Serial killer who took 10 women's lives executed in Florida
A serial killer who terrorized Florida with a murderous spree that claimed 10 women in 1984 was put to death Thursday, his execution witnessed by a woman who survived one of his attacks and aided in his capture.
US charges WikiLeaks founder with publishing classified info
In a case with significant First Amendment implications, the U.S. filed new charges Thursday against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, accusing him of violating the Espionage Act by publishing secret documents containing the names of confidential military and diplomatic sources.
Insults flying, Pelosi hits Trump's fitness, he fires back
She's calling for an "intervention" to save the nation from him. He says she's "crazy."
