On a warm summer afternoon at the Sharlot Hall Museum, Arizona Roundup host Stuart Rosebrook welcomed a woman whose name has become synonymous with both leadership and perseverance in Arizona: Karen Fann. As the former president of the Arizona Senate—the second woman in state history to hold that role—and a trailblazing businesswoman, Karen’s story is one of grit, resilience, and service.

From Small-Town Roots to Big Horizons

Karen moved to Prescott in 1958, when the population was barely 6,000 and Prescott Valley was still known as Jackass Flat. Her father, a Navy veteran, and her great uncle, Sid Webb, helped shape the community through contracting and civic involvement. Karen recalled a childhood where “everybody knew everybody”—and where, she joked, “you couldn’t ditch school or church because word would get back home before you did.”

Though her path took her beyond Prescott for a time—working for airlines in Los Angeles, Honolulu, and Phoenix—her heart always pulled her home. That homecoming would eventually lead her into entrepreneurship, public service, and statewide leadership.

The latest episode of Arizona Roundup, hosted by Stuart Rosebrook at the Sharlot Hall Museum, welcomed Cheryl Rolland, Vice President and Branch Manager of Pinnacle Bank’s downtown Prescott branch. What followed was a lively and engaging conversation that blended hometown storytelling, community pride, and a reminder of why Prescott is one of Arizona’s true gems.

A Native Arizonan with Deep Roots

Cheryl, an Arizona native, shared her journey from childhood in the White Mountains near Show Low and St. Johns to her senior year move to Prescott Valley—a relocation she wasn’t exactly thrilled about at the time. Missing her senior trip felt like a teenage tragedy, but the story came full circle as she reflected with gratitude on how Prescott became her home and community. Her tale blessings .captured the spirit of resilience and how unexpected detours often become defining

Arizona Roundup with Stuart Rosebrook, recorded at the historic Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott, welcomed community leader and businesswoman Lenora Bennett-Bateman for a heartfelt conversation about family, heritage, hard work, and what it means to call Prescott 'everybody’s hometown.'

A Family Story Rooted in Prescott so join us  as we learn about milk pails to fuel trucks and all the stories of grit grace and hard work.

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On the latest episode of Arizona Roundup, host Stuart Rosebrook brought together two acclaimed Western historians for an unforgettable conversation that peeled back the layers of myth and legend surrounding one of the West’s most fascinating (and fiercely self-edited) figures: Josephine “Sadie” Earp.

Joining Stuart at the Sharlot Hall Museum were Peter Brand, visiting all the way from Sydney, Australia, and Prescott’s own Brad Courtney, known as the “Whiskey Row Historian.” What ensued was a lively and revelatory discussion that both entertained and educated—complete with tall tales, hard truths, and even a few outlaw aliases.

Prescott, Arizona is more than just a scenic stop on the way to somewhere else—it’s the final destination for many dreamers, doers, and difference-makers. In the latest episode of Arizona Roundup, host Stuart Rosebrook welcomes a dynamic duo whose story proves just how magnetic this mountain town really is.

DJ Sheridan and Candice Devine Sheridan, both with deep roots in the entertainment and real estate industries, share a winding, heartfelt journey from Burbank and Hollywood to horses, harmony, and hometown pride in Prescott,

This episode of Arizona Roundup hosted by Stuart Rosebrook from the Sharlot Hall Museum,you qill be treated to a rich, winding journey through Arizona's heartland—both geographic and emotional—via the life, stories, and insights of beloved journalist, author, and state historian Lisa Schnebly Heidinger. From warm recollections of shared newsroom days at KTVK Channel 3 to tales of ancestral roots in Sedona, Lisa and Stuart wove together a powerful tapestry of personal memory, Arizona history, and present-day reflections on landmarks, legacy, and the enduring magic of place.

The episode opens like a long-overdue reunion between old friends (because it is), grounded by their shared love of Arizona’s high country. Flagstaff’s San Francisco Peaks emerge as a spiritual landmark for Lisa—“everything is intensified” when in sight of them, she says, setting the tone for a conversation rich in personal authenticity and place-based wisdom.

Prescott’s own master photographer, Joe Webster, isn’t just capturing light through a lens—he’s helping others see their world in new ways. In a recent edition of Arizona Roundup with host Stuart Rosebrook at the Sharlot Hall Museum, Webster shared a captivating story of his photographic journey and offered an invitation to anyone who’s ever held a camera or a smartphone: Slow down. See more. Shoot with soul.

“Photography isn’t just about taking a picture,” Joe explains. “It’s about telling a story. It’s about seeing what others miss.”

More about Joe check the following for pictures and stories...https://sharlothallmuseum.org/event/basics-for-better-photography-with-joe-webster/

In this special Independence Week edition of Arizona Roundup, we journey through Helen’s roots from Bisbee and Douglas to California and finally Prescott, where she created one of the most respected and community-rooted film festivals in the Southwest. Stephenson, who also runs the Film and Media Arts Program at Yavapai College, shares stories of shaking up film education, attracting filmmakers from around the world, and creating unforgettable cinematic events for all ages.

Why This Episode Shines

Whether you’re a longtime Prescott local or a visiting film buff, this episode of Arizona Roundup is your guide to a magical week in Mile High Country. Stuart and Helen cover everything from the festival's origin story to the impact of film in rural and historic communities.

In a special edition of Arizona Roundup recorded at the Sharlot Hall Museum in Prescott, Arizona, host Stuart Rosebrook welcomes Prescott Mayor Phil Goode for a wide-ranging, deeply engaging conversation about the historical roots, civic identity, and Revolutionary heritage of this iconic Mile-High City. As America prepares to commemorate its 250th anniversary, Mayor Goode unpacks how Prescott’s naming, pronunciation, and founding tie directly into the Revolutionary War and the enduring spirit of citizen leadership. This broadcast is far more than a civic history lesson—it’s a celebration of national heritage, family legacy, and the military exploits of Colonel William Prescott at Bunker Hill, to revealing how Dr. Samuel Prescott completed the 'Midnight Ride' that Paul Revere never finished, the program connects the dots between past and present, offering listeners an inspiring portrait of a city built on the values of resilience, education, and patriotic servicevalues that have shaped both Prescott and the country. From recounting the.