12th Annual Prescott Chamber/United Way Golf Tournament

May 9th was a full day.  Breakfast catered by WildFlower Bread Company and sponsored by the Daily Courier, 18 holes of golf, then lunch catered by Macayo’s.  After tallying up the scores, the top three teams were: First Place – Prescott Gateway Mall, led by Brandon Boyster; Second Place – Jeff Hall’s Compass Bank team; and Third Place – the Yavapai Prescott Indian Tribe team with Floyd James at the helm. All in all, it was a great tournament and fundraising event.  The Chamber and United Way would like to thank all the major sponsors (featured on the banner) and the tee sponsors:  Downey Savings & Loan, Prescott Home Entertainment, Robar General Funding Corp., and Coldwell Banker/John LaMarr.  Thanks also to those who generously donated prizes for the raffle.

On May 20 at Jumpin’ Juice & Java, 1385 Iron Springs Road, Mayor Jack Wilson watched as owners Karyn & Paul Finnell snipped the ribbon.  They offer a full line of specialty coffees, espresso drinks and their very own Java smoothies.  Also fruit and juice smoothies and Frappes (non-fat and non-dairy). Panini sandwiches, salads and gourmet soups are also available.  Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  Catering is also available, as is a boardroom for meetings.  A drive-thru window offers even more convenience.

Curves owner Kristy Harris happily cut the ribbon on May 14 for her health, fitness and wellness center for women located at 1040 W. Whipple.  The program, famous for its “90-minute workout in just 30 minutes,” also offers aerobics, yoga, massage, recipe classes and a boutique.  Call Kristy at 777-8480 to get started on your road to fitness.

Prescott Home Entertainment owners Lindsey and Shaun Smith had some help from their kids, Hayden and Hannah at their ribbon-cutting May 13.  Located at 730 N. Montezuma, Suite B, they offer home automation, home theatre and surround-sound installation for residential.  For a free in-home consultation, call 775-8911.

On May 12, Watters Garden Center owner Ken Lain had lots of help from the Chamber’s CEO Dave Maurer and no less than 14 Prescott Ambassadors when he opened a new 5,000-sq.ft. greenhouse at his shop at 1815 Iron Springs Road.  Stop by and check it out – along with all the great plants and garden supplies he has on hand.

Grayleaf Galleria, located at 124 S. Granite, cut the ribbon on April 25.  Owners Jeff and Katherine Koenig invite you explore Prescott’s newest contemporary and southwest gallery where you’ll find the inspiring works for more than 20 artists in a captivating setting.

On April 22, two businesses were introduced to City Council.   “Smart Art” the Yogartz cow is flanked by owner Susan Levin and Jake Rosser, owner of Action Vending.  Yogartz is located at 150 E. Sheldon, Suite 110 (in the Albertson’s shopping center).  The shop features soft-serve, no-fat yogurt, a lactose-free product and sugar-free product.  The serve-yourself bar has 12 flavors with 30 toppings to mix and match!  Action Vending is a gumball/candy vending route and offers sales and service of bulk candy quarter machines.  “Hugs Not Drugs” is part of the company’s outreach program.  Call 830-7036 for more information.

Dust Busters Janitorial Service owner Heavenly Graham snipped the ribbon for her janitorial supplies and services company in front of the Chamber on April 18.  Janitorial services include commercial, industrial, utilities and schools.  Call them at 778-6969.

Heritage Park Zoo opened its new Kiwanis Corner on April 17 with a host of dignitaries including Mayor Jack Wilson (Prescott), Mayor Harvey Skoog (Prescott Valley) and several Kiwanis members.

Bella Donna Boutique owner Dorina Hobbs got encouragement from the Mayor on April 11 when she cut the ribbon for her shop at 219-A N. Cortez Street.  This high-end boutique offers beautiful casual and evening wear.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate’s mascot was keeping a close eye on Renee Cooperman’s scissors at their ribbon-cutting on April 9.  The shop, renowned for superb confections, is located at the Gateway Mall.

Five businesses were presented to Council on a windy March 25.  From left, Sanford Cohen presented his new country classics radio station KDDL 94.3. Adam & Julie Medlin, from Arizona Mobile Cinema, are busy setting up outdoor movies in Prescott, Prescott Valley and Chino Valley for summer entertainment.  Visit www.azmobilecinema.com for more information or call 310-6222.  Cynthia George, Gurley LTCI (Long Term Care Insurance) is focused exclusively on customized long-term care insurance solutions.  Located locally in Prescott and staffed by Certified Long Term Care professionals, you can contact her at 445-7060; Barry Denton, Western Lifestyle Photography, is a nationally published photographer specializing in commercial, portrait, livestock, pet, glamour & fashion photography. He offers a first-time user’s discount, so give him a call at 442-3290.  View his work at www.barrydentonphotography.com.  On the far right are Diane Sowinski & Eve Connolly, Prescott Staging, who professionally stage vacant and resale homes for sale using creativity, elegance and integrity to maximize profits for sellers and their agents.  Contact them at 533-0992.

The City of Prescott City Manager Steve Norwood joins other staff and Council Members Jim Lamerson, Bob Luzius and Mary Ann Suttles to celebrate the opening of the City’s new Fleet Building

Firehouse Kitchen owners Carl Dahlberg and Sheryl Strong were excited about opening a new Piano Bar over their restaurant at 218 W. Goodwin on March 21.  Stop by some evening and listen to Carl “tickle the ivories.”

Also March 20, Kurt & Billie Jean Vogel marked their expansion of Batterman’s Consignment Gallery to 400 W. Gurley Street.

March 20, Branch Manager Karen Namanny did a neat job at the Downey Savings & Loan new office in Prescott Village at the Boulders,

On March 19 Joseph McCombe handled the scissors for Robar General Funding Corporation at 1965 Commerce Center Circle, Suite C.  Neighbors and fellow Chamber Members Lynette Woode (Hawaiian Coffee & Wine) and Ken & Susan Coleman (Sir Speedy) stopped by to join in the fun.

Sanford Cohen did the honors for KPPV/KQNA/KDDL on March 10 to celebrate new digs at 3755 Karicio. 

New owner of The Towne Scribe Kimberly Medina had some family help at her ribbon-cutting on February 27.  The shop is located at 222 S. Montezuma and provides a full range of printing, blueprint and drafting services.

Exit Realty Legacy owners Alice Kurtz, Broker, (with scissors) and Dave Hamill, Manager, attracted quite a crowd on February 8 when they cut the ribbon at their new office.  Located at 201 Grove Avenue, they are eager to assist you with all your real estate needs – commercial, residential, land, buy, sell, and more.  Visit their website at www.exitlegacy.com.

Darrin Gray does the honors at his Midas dealership on February 4, at 1243 Iron Springs Road.  And, it’s  not just mufflers anymore!  Darrin’s shop provides auto and truck maintenance and repair services, including brakes, exhaust and suspension. The Midas service pledge is “We will always do right by you and your car – and help keep you safely on the road.”

Chartwells, the premier food provider for many universities across the U.S., celebrated their new dining room at ERAU on January 22. Facility Director MattTurner did the honors for dignitaries including (from left) District Mgr. Mike Muller, Regional Mgr. Dan Twohy, and ERAU’s Chancellor Norval Pohl and Business Director Mike Willinger.

What’s for dinner?  That’s what we asked At Home Chef Kimberly Hampton when she stopped by for a ribbon-cutting on January 18. Whether you have special dietary needs, want to eat healthy, or just relax at your own dinner party she can provide just about any menu – and she cleans the kitchen, too! For more info, check out www.athomechef4u.com.

On January 17, Snap Fitness owner Keith Conrad and personal trainer Kjersten Anderson cut the ribbon at  2971, Unit 5,Willow Creek Road.  Open 24-7, the new facility promises no long waiting lines, no contracts, only the best equipment and lots of it, starting at just over $1 a day.  It’s the health club you’ve always wanted!