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Send us a text and chime in! Please be advised that Asphalt Paving & Supply, Inc., in conjunction with Yavapai County, will be performing asphalt overlay roadwork on the entire length of Beaverhead Flat Road and Cornville Road from Kimberley’s Way and the ADOT I-17 interchange. Construction will begin July 13, 2026, continuing through November 12, 2026. Road construction will consist of crack...

Send us a text and chime in! The City of Surprise is partnering with Vitalant Blood Donation to host a blood drive from 7 - 11 a.m. on July 9, 2026, at the Surprise Stadium parking lot, 15930 N. Bullard Ave. Members of the community who wish to participate are encouraged to schedule an appointment through the Vitalant website. Although walk-ins are welcome, those with an appointment will be given...

Send us a text and chime in! A child slips beneath the surface. A swimmer begins to struggle. In those critical first moments before firefighters or paramedics arrive, Scottsdale lifeguards are often the first to recognize an emergency and act. As Scottsdale continues to invest in safe, accessible aquatic recreation, the city recognizes the essential role lifeguards play in every visit to the pool...

Send us a text and chime in! Yavapai College students earned national recognition at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Leadership Conference, held June 6-8 in Las Vegas. Yavapai College student Campbell Augustinovich earned second place nationally in customer service, competing against peers from colleges and universities across the country. Fellow student Luke Smith received...

Send us a text and chime in! The City of Yuma Public Works Department will launch a new Alley Maintenance Program starting July to improve the safety, cleanliness, and appearance of alleys throughout the community. The ongoing program will establish scheduled maintenance routes for alleys across the city, allowing crews to proactively address maintenance needs while helping keep alleys clear and a...

Send us a text and chime in! The City of Prescott Community Development Department is pleased to announce the launch of its new Fast Track Permit Program, designed to make the permitting process faster and more convenient for residents completing eligible residential improvement projects. The program provides expedited review and same-day permit issuance for qualifying projects when complete appli...

Send us a text and chime in! Brad Fain and Ron Fain sit down at the RIDE WITH US podcast studio at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds for a conversation about the World’s Oldest Rodeo and its lasting impact on Northern Arizona. The discussion highlights the rodeo’s history, regional pride, tourism, and the importance of community investment. They also share why supporting traditions like the World’s Oldes...

Send us a text and chime in! Mayor Kell Palguta of Prescott Valley gives updates for: Red, White, and Boom Celebration Recap Jasper and Copper Hill Intersection Construction E-Bike Survey Music on the Green Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com   Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/c...

Send us a text and chime in! Talking Glass Media’s (TGM) live Whiskey Row webcam received national attention on the Fourth of July as it was featured during C-SPAN’s Independence Day programming, giving viewers across the country a live look at Prescott’s annual Fourth of July Parade and the community’s patriotic celebration. The Whiskey Row webcam was launched earlier this year through a partners...

Send us a text and chime in! The action and fun at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds are year-round. Here are the events coming up for the rest of 2026 at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds. More information will be made available as the events approach. July: Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo Museum: Starting the week of July 24th, visit the museum on Fridays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. It’s free! For more information...

Send us a text and chime in! The Greater Flagstaff Region Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) Core Team will host a public meeting on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 from 5 – 8 p.m. at the Hub at Posse Grounds Park, to solicit public input regarding an update to the CWPP. The CWPP is a community-driven planning effort that assesses wildfire risk across the Greater Flagstaff Region, including Sedona,...

Send us a text and chime in! The Town Council approved a new lease agreement Tuesday night with the Fountain Hills and Lower Verde River Valley Museum and Historical Society (River of Time), allowing the museum to continue operating in its current Town-owned facility through June 30, 2027. The museum's existing 25-year lease was set to expire on August 15, 2026. The new agreement takes effect...

Send us a text and chime in! Comedy fans are in for an unforgettable evening when nationally touring comedian Patrick Garrity headlines a special night of stand-up comedy at the Elks Performing Arts Center – Crystal Hall on Thursday, July 9, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Known for his legendary “Neverending Tour,” Garrity has built a loyal following by performing in comedy clubs, casinos, and theaters ac...

Send us a text and chime in! Northern Arizona University received its first T32 grant from the National Institutes of Health, which will allow the university to fund 20 doctoral students over a five-year period. The grant, awarded to G-RISE at Northern Arizona University, is [post_excerpt].76 million over five years, providing funding for 20 doctoral students in four different disciplines. Powered...

Send us a text and chime in! The Arizona Department of Gaming (Department) announced today that with Governor Hobbs’ signature on Senate Bill 1671, the Department has received continuation approval by the Arizona State Legislature, which periodically reviews state agencies for performance and authority. Additionally, through Senate Bill 1847 and the state’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget, the Department’...

Send us a text and chime in! Tucked between its independent film premieres, cinematic celebrations and filmmaker talkbacks, the Prescott Film Festival has always nurtured a commitment to cinema as a force of social change. This year’s festival, running July 13 – 18 at Yavapai College, is no exception. Its “Cinema with a Conscience” lineup features documentaries that champion generosity, resilience...

Send us a text and chime in! Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) East Campus recently celebrated two decades of serving the Prescott Valley community on June 29. The event, themed "Rooted in Community, Driven by Care", honored the hospital's long-standing impact on local healthcare. "For 20 years, YRMC has been far more than a building,” said Anthony Torres, M...

Send us a text and chime in! The City of Mesa's 2025 Consumer Confidence Report confirms that Mesa's drinking water continues to meet or exceed all state and federal drinking water standards. For more than 100 years, the City has been committed to providing its customers with safe, reliable drinking water. The annual report provides information about Mesa's drinking water sources, t...

Send us a text and chime in! For 250 years outdoor recreationists, birders and communities across the United States have come together over our shared love of the great outdoors. To celebrate that love, Arizonians can visit one of the nine national wildlife refuges located in the state. These desert biomes host native wildlife such as bighorn sheep, pronghorn, migratory songbirds, sandhill cranes...

Send us a text and chime in! The Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) is proud to celebrate its 10th anniversary on July 1, 2026, marking a decade of protecting lives and property throughout central Yavapai County. Since becoming Arizona's first Fire Authority in 2016, CAFMA has grown into a regional public safety leader, serving approximately 100,000 residents across 369 square...

Send us a text and chime in! Excavation to Continue in Second Phase Roadway excavation and landscape removal will continue within the second phase of work along Glassford Hill Road, from Spouse Drive to the southern intersection of Granville Parkway and Glassford Hill Road. Please be aware of the following impacts: Monday, July 6 through Friday, July 10, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Please note that traffic pa...

Send us a text and chime in! Applications open July 7 for Mesa's award-winning Mesa Business Builder (MBB) Small Business Assistance Program, which provides free, personalized consulting and expert guidance to help local businesses grow and succeed. "Mesa is a city that invests in its people and its businesses. Programs like Mesa Business Builder are a direct reflection of our commitment...

Send us a text and chime in! The 2026 Ultimate Summer Guide from Talking Glass Media has officially arrived, making it easier than ever to plan your best summer across Prescott Valley, Prescott, and communities throughout Northern Arizona. Packed with local events, seasonal activities, family adventures, and helpful resources, this year’s guide is your go-to companion for making the most of the se...

Send us a text and chime in! The City of Kingman is advising motorists that a road closure will be in place for the Patriotic Kids Parade on Saturday, July 4, from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The closure will affect Beverly Avenue between Rutherford Avenue and Burbank Street as parade participants make their way to Centennial Park. There will also be no through traffic on Harrison Street...

Send us a text and chime in! The Town of Queen Creek Water Division continually provides safe, reliable, high-quality drinking water. The water meets or exceeds all standards for water quality monitoring requirements set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the State of Arizona drinking water health standards. The water quality is ensured through a series of chemical and bacteriol...