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Send us a text and chime in!Median Construction Underway Crews will continue work on the concrete median along Glassford Hill Road. Please note that traffic has shifted to a new traffic pattern, and road users are advised to be alert, use caution and follow the marked signage. Please be aware of the following impacts: Monday, May 11 through Friday, May 15, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m., One lane of traffic in each direction of Glassford Hill Road will always remain open throughout construction. Businesses, schools and residential communities will remain fully accessible throughout the project. Motorists can expect travel de...

Send us a text and chime in!Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center employees are pitching in to make their community a more beautiful place. A group of YRMC volunteers spent a Saturday morning in April participating in the annual Granite Creek Cleanup in Prescott. Led by YRMC’s Community Health Advocacy, Mobility, and Planning Committee (C.H.A.M.P.), 63 employees, along with their families and friends, volunteered to clear out garbage and discarded items from a stretch of Willow Creek. “Our employees are dedicated to the health of this incredible place we call home, not only...

Send us a text and chime in!The Coconino National Forest plans to conduct the Upper Beaver Creek prescribed burn project north of the Clints Well area beginning next week due to recent favorable weather conditions. Should weather conditions remain favorable, the project is planned to begin Tuesday: Purpose: This project aims to reduce the risk of stand-replacing wildfire and create a more resilient forest, which is essential to lessening future impacts from undesired wildfires. Long-term, this project will protect people, private property and natural resource values by reintroducing fire into a fire-adapted ecosystem and reducing the...

Send us a text and chime in!The Arizona Department of Transportation is nearing completion on a project to widen and reconstruct Interstate 10 from Ina to Ruthrauff roads in the northwest Tucson area, with all parts of the project expected to open to traffic by mid-May. Crews are now tending to the final details of the 1 million project that will improve traffic flow and safety. The work includes completing lane stripes for a fourth lane on both directions of I-10, where overnight lane restrictions will soon end. And work is continuing on the new Sunset Road interchange...

Send us a text and chime in!New research from Northern Arizona University found that a global greenhouse gas emissions database produced by the Climate TRACE consortium, co-founded by former Vice President Al Gore, is underestimating vehicle carbon dioxide emissions in cities by an average of 70%. Professor Kevin Gurney of NAU’s School of Informatics, Computing, and Cyber Systems (SICCS) today published results in Environmental Research Letters analyzing the carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from cars and trucks in the recently released Climate TRACE database. He said these findings, combined with a previous study noting similar discrepancies at po...

Send us a text and chime in!Please be advised that Yavapai County will be performing chip seal work on various roads in the Lake Montezuma, Spring Valley, and Iron Springs areas. Work will begin on May 11, 2026, and will continue until May 29, 2026. The work hours will be from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. One lane of traffic will remain open at all times; however, motorists may encounter pilot cars, lane restrictions, lane shifts, reduced speeds, and flagging operations throughout the work zones. Motorists should expect minor delays and should allow extra time to get through the...

Send us a text and chime in!From May 18 through May 31, 2026, the Prescott Valley Police Department will join agencies across Arizona for the statewide “Click It or Ticket” campaign. This campaign is all about a simple habit that makes a big difference, buckling up every time you’re in a vehicle and making sure children are properly secured in the correct car seats.Seat belts are one of the easiest and most effective ways to stay safe on the road, yet they’re often overlooked. Taking those few extra seconds to buckle up not only protects...

Send us a text and chime in!The Prescott Police Department is participating in the national “Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement campaign from May 18 through May 31, 2026. This high-visibility enforcement effort is part of a nationwide initiative focused on increasing seat belt use and reducing traffic-related injuries and fatalities.With grant funding from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, Prescott Police Traffic Safety Officers will conduct additional patrols throughout the city during the campaign period. Officers will focus on identifying unrestrained drivers and passengers, with an emphasis on education and voluntary compliance. The go...

Send us a text and chime in!Rob Short shares how his background in recruiting, leadership, and community involvement led to opening a State Farm agency in Chino Valley. He covers insurance, financial planning, life insurance, and the importance of helping families prepare for the future. Short also discusses his connection to local schools, youth sports, and the Quad Cities community. His agency focuses on simplicity, trust, and accessible service for customers across Chino Valley, Prescott, and Prescott Valley.Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com F...

Send us a text and chime in!The Town of Prescott Valley is launching its annual Pavement Preservation and Manhole Adjustment programs. These necessary infrastructure upgrades will impact traffic and may cause delays on various roads throughout the town. To help you plan your travel, please review the attached schedule of affected roads and dates. Please note that construction schedules are subject to change by a day or two due to unforeseen conditions. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to maintain and improve our community’s infrastructure. Utility Adjustments: May 18-20 and May 27-29: Ma...

Send us a text and chime in!The Chino Valley Area Chamber of Commerce is making a final call to the community to participate in the 14th Annual Bob Kaecker Memorial Golf Tournament, taking place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Antelope Hills Golf Course in Prescott. This highly anticipated annual event brings together local businesses, community leaders, and residents for a day of networking, fun, and philanthropy—all in support of the Chamber’s Scholarship Fund, which directly benefits local students. A Tournament with Purpose More than just a day on the course, the Bob Kaecker Memorial Golf Tour...

Send us a text and chime in!With summer right around the corner, the city of Goodyear wants to remind everyone that drowning is fast, silent, and 100 percent preventable. This May, in recognition of National Water Safety Month, the city is focusing on simple, practical steps that help keep both kids and adults safe around water. Simple habits make a big difference, like the following: Have strong adult supervision around water. Always designate at least one adult to watch kids in and around the pool. Use barriers at home pools. Install a gate around the pool and...

Send us a text and chime in!Phoenix Public Library will launch its annual Summer Reading Program, also known as the Summer Reading Game, on June 1. This year’s theme, “Unearth a Story,” invites readers of all ages to dig into great books, discover new adventures, and explore the power of storytelling. The program runs through July 20. The Summer Reading Game is free and open to everyone. Participants can stay active and engaged while escaping the summer heat, building strong reading habits, and enjoying activities throughout the season. Signing up is simple. Beginning May 1, participants may register at Mar...

Send us a text and chime in!The city of Sedona welcomes Jordan Corneliusen, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), of Fargo, N.D. as the new Director of Financial Services, replacing Barbara Whitehorn, who was promoted to Deputy City Manager in August 2025. Corneliusen will bring valuable and directly related experience to her new role with the city of Sedona. Corneliusen has spent her public service career with the city of Fargo where she served as accounting supervisor and senior accountant before she was promoted to finance manager in May 2022. Corneliusen is a licensed CPA with both a bachelor’s...

Send us a text and chime in!Last week, the City of Kingman used funding received through the national opioid settlement agreements to bring motivational speaker Zion Givens of Vive18 to students at the middle and high school campuses within the Kingman Unified School District as well as Kingman Academy of Learning. More than 2,600 students participated in the presentations, which focused on making healthy choices, avoiding substance use, and building positive futures. Unlike traditional prevention presentations that rely heavily on scare tactics, Givens delivered a message centered on confidence, purpose, and future goals while connecting with students...

Send us a text and chime in!Yavapai College awarded 1,249 certificates and degrees—including a record 119 bachelor’s degrees—at commencement ceremonies in the Verde Valley and Prescott Valley. The 2026 Yavapai College commencement ceremonies were held on Saturday, May 2 at the College’s Verde Valley Campus in Clarkdale, and on Sunday, May 3 at the Findlay Toyota Center in Prescott Valley. “As a college president, there is no day more special, more exhilarating, or more fulfilling than Commencement Day. For those of us in higher education, this is the defining moment of the year—it’s where we see our missio...

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Kingman has secured 3,000 in federal funding through the Fiscal Year 2026 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill to support Phase 1 of the Bull Mountain Channel Improvements project. The funding, obtained through Congressional Direct Spending, will support street improvements at the intersection of Canyon Hills Road and Shadow Crest Road designed to redirect water flow into Bull Mountain Wash. With the completion of Phase 1, the project is expected to provide immediate flood relief to homes and businesses located west of Stockton Hill Road. City officials expressed appreciation to Senator Mark Kelly...

Send us a text and chime in!Today, the Yavapai County Superior Court ruled against the city in the lawsuit, City of Sedona v. Save Sedona Committee, concerning the proposed Cultural Park Preservation Act initiative. City Council will review the decision in an executive session on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 3 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall. Note: discussion during executive sessions is not open to the public. For more information on the lawsuit, go to https://www.sedonaaz.gov/Home/Components/News/News/6760/473. Read more stories from The Mountain Cities on Signals A Z.com. Subscribe...

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Yuma will present its Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to the City Council during a work session on Tuesday, May 5 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The proposed budget reflects the City’s continued commitment to fiscal responsibility, service delivery, and long-term planning. In recognition of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, this year’s theme—“Celebrating Our Past. Investing in Our Future.”—connects Yuma’s history with a continued focus on meeting current needs and preparing for future growth. The FY 2027 budget is balanc...

Send us a text and chime in!Prescott Frontier Days®, Inc is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated 139th annual World’s Oldest Rodeo, taking place from Monday, June 29 to Sunday, July 5 in Prescott, Arizona. Tickets are still available 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 o...