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| Contractors are relocating to buildings that best fit their needs |
Homeowners and prospective buyers aren't the only folks on the move.
Contractors are also moving to new places for a variety of reasons, including more showroom space and wanting to get out of paying rent.
Take Jack Rose over at Arizona Seamless Gutters.
Rose said his landlord was considering raising the rent, and the asking price on the building was too high.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
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| High Holy Days a time for atonement |
Rosh Hashanah or the Jewish New Year marks the start of the High Holy Days for the Jewish community in Prescott and around the world.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
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| Experts agree: Closing registers does more harm than good
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YCCA would like to invite you to our "Let's Talk" breakfast event 8-10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, at the Hotel St. Michael in downtown Prescott. Come meet our team of experts and building officials from Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley and Yavapai County. Bring your questions and concerns. The breakfast is free. Call Sandy Griffis at 778-0040 to RSVP.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
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| Non-working cable outlets only a danger to blood pressure |
I have to start this week with an "update" to a funny story. I use a wireless Bluetooth earbud with my cell phone. Last year I told you this can cause problems. I was walking out of a restaurant and called my wife. When she answered, I said, "Hi, beautiful!" The two girls in front of me turned around and gave me "the look." I pointed at the strange growth in my ear and quickly told them I was talking to my wife. They understood and smiled and walked away.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
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| Column: Paris Hilton is down to a one-star rating |
Paris Hilton was arrested in Las Vegas for cocaine possession last weekend when coke fell out of her purse while a cop was busting her for pot. Her family is fed up. The Hilton Family Foundation just offered Paris ten million dollars to change her name to Motel Six.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
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| Worship Services: Week of Sep. 3 |
All Saints Anglican ... The Rev. Walt Crites' message at the 8 and 10 a.m. services will be "Develop an Attitude of Gratitude." (Galatians 5:16-24; St. Luke 17-19)
Thursday, September 02, 2010
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| Church News: Week of Sep. 3 |
Join Beit Torah Jewish Congregation for Shabbat Nitzavim/Vayelech services and Torah study on "How Can We Prepare to Be Forgiven?" at 10 a.m. Sept. 4.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
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| Grow native plants to use for medicinal purposes |
Next Saturday, Sept. 11, come to the Highlands Center for Natural History, 1375 S. Walker Road in Prescott, to learn about gathering, cultivating and using native plants as supplements to one's medicine chest.
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Wednesday, September 01, 2010
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| The Big Fix |
Spaying/neutering humanely solves homeless pet problem
Wednesday, September 01, 2010
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| Column: Gum is worse than drugs in Hollywood |
Paris Hilton was busted for cocaine in Las Vegas Friday when a cop saw coke in her purse while he was arresting her for smoking pot. She said she thought it was chewing gum. She could be run out of Los Angeles for not knowing that chewing gum is bad for your teeth.
Wednesday, September 01, 2010
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| Monsoon storm survival for wild birds |
I am frequently asked, "Where do birds go during bad weather?" First, I would like to comment that wild birds seem to have a built-in barometer.
Wednesday, September 01, 2010
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| Column: Never give up on love (just short of kidnapping!) |
The "Beyond Expectations" title of the autobiography that Prescott's Jim Messerschmitt came up with features highlights galore relating to that overview. But there was one person in his life who was the primary catalyst fueling his "beyond" journey. That person was his wife, Janet.
Monday, August 30, 2010
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| WHAT IS IT, WHERE IS IT? |
The Daily Courier's Community Page on Tuesdays features "What is it, where is it?" - photographs from the local area that we encourage readers to figure out.
The first person to call or e-mail with the correct answer will get their name in the newspaper the next week along with a more easily recognizable photo of the same scene.
Each winner's name will go into a drawing for a prize that month. Correct respondents will be eligible for the prize only in the month in which they answer correctly.
Please call City Editor Steve Stockmar at 445-3333, ext. 2032, or e-mail sstockmar@prescottaz.com with your guess. Be sure to include a contact number and where you live (Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, etc.).
Monday, August 30, 2010
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| Column: California getting its laws crossed |
God bless America, and how's everybody?
Arizona Governor Jan Brewer asked a U.S. court to revive Arizona's crackdown law on illegal aliens. It's causing chaos in the courts. In Los Angeles Friday two guys from Mexico showed up in court for their deportation hearing and the judge married them.
Monday, August 30, 2010
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| Senior Menus: Sept. 6-10 |
Senior Menus for the week of Monday, Sept. 6 through Friday, Sept. 10
Prescott Meals-on-Wheels serves from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at 1280 E. Rosser Street, Prescott; 445-7630. Menus subject to change.
Monday, August 30, 2010
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| Column: Be wary of scams targeting social security recipients |
These days, everyone needs to be cautious of scams -- Internet, mail, even phone scams - which can damage your credit score and pocketbook. Anytime someone asks for your personal information, you should be wary. Particularly cruel are swindles that target Social Security beneficiaries.
Monday, August 30, 2010
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| Arthritis inspires award-winning essay
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PRESCOTT VALLEY - Paetyn Prentice recalls being unable to get out of bed because of considerable pain during a morning in spring 2008.
She said her mother thought she pulled a muscle. The pain did not go away after a few days, and her mother took her to a chiropractor. The chiropractor referred her to her pediatrician, who recommended Phoenix Children's Hospital.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
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| Column: Frogs aren't scary; they're for kissing |
California's Department of Health added pet frogs which people keep at home to the list of suspects for the salmonella outbreak. They're the latest rage. People are buying frogs at pet stores and kissing them hoping they'll turn into a job with benefits.
The U.N. Human Rights Council lectured the U.S. on refugee treatment Wednesday. We aren't so bad. Yesterday only two detentions were reported worldwide, the first guy was a Cuban who failed to escape to the United States and the second guy was a Mexican who succeeded.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
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| Classes for the Taking |
Tuesday, Aug. 31
Yoga, at the Prescott Community Center, 1280 E. Rosser Street, Prescott, 778-3000; at Center for Physical Excellence, 3117 Stillwater Drive, Prescott, 925-4388 or healthinmotionaz.com.
Computer Class, at New Horizons, 8085 E. Manley, Prescott Valley, 772-1266.
Financial Education class, at Catholic Charities conference room, 434 W. Gurley St., Prescott, Sharon Thompson at 778-2531 ext. 54040.
Tennis, at the Armory Tennis courts. Cathy Low at 308-1008 or pclow@cableone.net.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
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| Athletes risk skin diseases by skipping the shower, wearing unlaundered workout clothes
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The season for high school and college sports returns with new worries about infectious skin diseases.
Athletes at all levels can pass on dangerous germs like MRSA (a drug-resistant staphylococcus infection), viruses such as herpes or various fungal infections by not cleaning equipment or sharing personal items like towels, gear or razors.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
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| Gardening is all-around health-promotion activity |
You may not make the connection immediately, but the following information on gardening comes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov). Gardening? Yes, gardening can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors, get physical activity, beautify the community, and grow nutritious fruits and vegetables. It is a health-promotion activity any way you look at it.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
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| Prescriptions: Take them only as directed
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Without question, prescription drugs help millions of people live healthier lives, but only when they are taken as prescribed. Taking too little of a prescribed medication, or not taking it at all, can lead to serious health problems.
A recent report in The New England Journal of Medicine noted that patients who fail to take their prescription drugs cost $100 billion annually in preventable hospital stays. The report also stated that 89,000 deaths each year from high blood pressure could be avoided if patients took their medications as directed.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
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| Sleeplessness can fuel alcoholism and vice versa |
Dear Dr. Rosenberg:
Is it true that poor sleep in teenagers can predict alcoholism? I'm worried about my 16-year-old son. He has trouble getting to sleep and lately we suspect he is drinking at night.
A: Yes. Several studies have shown that poor sleep, especially an inability to fall asleep, may result in adolescent alcoholism. The reasoning behind this is twofold. First, some teenagers use the alcohol to help them fall asleep.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
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| Now's the time for end-of-season garden bargains |
Labor Day is the official start of our fall planting season. If you have been considering a landscape addition to create more seasonal excitement in your garden, this is the time to watch local garden centers for end-of-season sales.
Friday, August 27, 2010
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| Column: Magician's biggest trick is profitability |
The Las Vegas Tourism and Convention Bureau said Tuesday that Las Vegas hotels will offer record-low room and show prices this fall. The magicians are astoundingly talented. David Copperfield now closes each show by selling his house.
Friday, August 27, 2010
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| Investment group buys businesses to
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A small private investment group is making big moves in the home improvement sector.
Tempe-based RCC Holdings bought local businesses The Granite Shop of Northern Arizona, Builders Choice, which operates Carpet One, and Prescott Granite earlier this year.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
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| Backwater, backflow - it all comes back to preventing disasters |
Q: What is the difference between a backwater valve and backflow prevention?-Larry from Prescott
A: First, let's detail exactly what backwater is. Backwater is the backflow of raw sewage from blockage in a sewer line that could result in flood damage to a residential, commercial or public property. Backwater flows can be prevented by properly installing and maintaining a backwater valve.
A backwater valve is a simple and relatively inexpensive device that is installed in your private sewer service line.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
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| Worship Services |
All Saints Anglican ... The Rev. Walt Crites' message at the 8 and 10 a.m. services will be "What is Your Biblical Worldview?" (Galatians 3:16-22). The Rev. Crites will conduct the healing service Wednesday.
Alliance Bible Church ... The message at the 9:30 a.m. service will be "Can You Trust History to Tell the Truth?" The message from Pastor John at the 10:30 a.m. service will be "Set Free to Trust God."
Thursday, August 26, 2010
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| Church News |
Western Fun and Craft Fair sponsored by the Youth Center of the Center for Spiritual Living Church is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28. The church is located at 3755 Willow Creek Road in Prescott, across from the ERAU entrance.
There will be special events throughout the day, food, games, arts and crafts and a raffle for airplane and helicopter rides. For more information, call 778-1602.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
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| Seniors for Seniors program benefits both pets and people |
I was recently struck by a Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (March 1999) article explaining the importance of elderly citizens having a pet or two. The article highlights the benefits for the elderly, their pets and society as a whole.
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Wednesday, August 25, 2010
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