Prescott Valley Talks

In this episode of Prescott Valley Talks, host Steve Bracety sits down with David Seigler, CEO of Yavapai United Way, to explore how this remarkable organization does far more than write checks. 

David shares how United Way vets and invests in 38 nonprofit programs that collectively serve over 142,000 Yavapai County residents each year - nearly half the county's population. He breaks down the power of employee payroll giving, how small contributions added up to $455,000 last year, and why the Arizona State Charitable Tax Credit is one of the most underutilized financial tools available to donors. 

David also opens up about his own personal journey - from military service and the Boys & Girls Club to a period of financial hardship that gave him a profound, firsthand understanding of the community he now serves. With 54 nonprofits applying for $1.4 million in 2027 and only half that projected available, the need in Yavapai County has never been more urgent.

#Arizona #CAST11 #SignalsAZ #YavapaiUnitedWay #PrescottValley #NonprofitLeadership #CommunityImpact 

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

Humboldt Unified School District Superintendent Brett Dahl joins Prescott Valley Talks to break down Proposition 407 - a $79.6 million bond measure designed to upgrade district facilities without raising property taxes. As an existing bond expires, Prop 407 steps in to replace it, meaning taxpayers pay the same rate while schools get critical improvements. Brett also shares an exciting milestone: seven out of nine HUSD schools are on track to receive A ratings - making it the only K-12 A-rated district in Yavapai County.

From aging buses with 500,000 miles on them to HVAC systems past their useful life, Brett explains why this investment isn't just about buildings - it's about students, staff, local jobs, and the long-term strength of the Prescott Valley and Dewey-Humboldt communities.

 TOPICS COVERED:
 What Prop 407 is and exactly where the $79.6 million will go
 Why the bond replaces an expiring one - with no property tax increase
 The state of Arizona's school funding (ranked 49th nationally)
 HUSD's remarkable rise to 7 A-rated schools out of 9
 Aging buses, failing HVAC systems, and critical facility needs
 How bond spending will create local jobs in the trades
 HUSD enrollment outlook and the district's vision for students

https://www.humboldtunified.com/

#PrescottValley #HumboldtUnified #Prop407 #ArizonaSchools #CommunityFirst

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

On this episode of PV Talks, host Steve Bracety sits down with Leon Moise and Juve Rodriguez, the owners behind Prescott Valley favorites Salt-N-Pepper and Ciao Bella.

Leon and Juve share how their passion for food, scratch-made recipes, and attention to quality helped shape two popular local restaurants. From homemade sauces and fresh mozzarella to breakfast favorites and classic Italian dishes, they explain why creating great food starts with passion and consistency.

The conversation also goes beyond the kitchen. They discuss the challenges of owning a restaurant, rising labor and operating costs, building a strong team, and adapting to the realities of running a small business.

Most importantly, Leon and Juve talk about the community that has supported their restaurants and turned them into places where families, friends, and neighbors can gather. For them, owning a restaurant is about more than serving food. It is about creating connections and giving back to Prescott Valley.

#PrescottValley #PVTalks #SaltNPepper #CiaoBella #PrescottValleyRestaurants #PrescottValleyAZ #LocalRestaurants #ShopLocal #SupportLocal #EatLocal #LocalBusiness #SmallBusiness #RestaurantOwners #Foodie #ArizonaFoodies #ScratchMade #ItalianFood #BreakfastLovers #CommunityConnections #PrescottValleyChamber

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

On this episode of PV Talks, host Steve Bracety sits down with Mara Hollingsworth, Walk Manager with the Alzheimer’s Association. Mara shares details about the 2026 Quad Cities Walk to End Alzheimer’s and why the event means so much to local families. The walk will take place on September 26, 2026, at the Prescott Valley Civic Center.

#PrescottValley #PVTalks #WalkToEndAlzheimers #AlzheimersAwareness #AlzheimersAssociation #QuadCitiesAZ #PrescottAZ #ChinoValleyAZ #DeweyHumboldt #ArizonaCommunity #SupportLocal #CommunityStrong #EndAlzheimers #DementiaAwareness #AlzheimersSupport #CaregiverSupport #CommunityEvent #PrescottValleyEvents #ArizonaEvents #StrongerTogether

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

 The Yavapai College Performing Arts Center is preparing for an exciting new season. Artistic Director Scottie Scott joins Prescott Valley Talks to share details about upcoming concerts, musicals, comedy shows, family events, and special performances in Prescott. 

#YavapaiCollege #YavapaiCollegePerformingArtsCenter #YCPAC #PrescottEvents #PrescottArizona #LiveEntertainment #PerformingArts #LiveTheater #ConcertsInPrescott #ArizonaEvents #WayneNewton #GuysAndDolls #JayPharoah #TheTexasTenors #CinderellaMusical #PrescottPops #SupportLocalArts #CommunityArts #FamilyEntertainment #PrescottValleyTalks

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

The Prescott Valley Police Department continues to build strong relationships with local residents. In this episode of PV Talks, host Steve Bracety speaks with Police Community Services Supervisor Jodi Mullins. They discuss public safety, community engagement, and several upcoming programs.

#PrescottValley #PrescottValleyPolice #PVPolice #CommunitySafety #PublicSafety #CommunityOutreach #NationalNightOut #CitizensPoliceAcademy #YouthPoliceAcademy #DogWalkerWatch #CrimePrevention #NeighborhoodSafety #PoliceCommunityPartnership #YavapaiCounty #NorthernArizona #PVTalks #PrescottValleyEvents #CommunityPrograms

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

Archer’s Bikes is helping more people enjoy riding in Prescott Valley. In this episode of Prescott Valley Talks, host Steve Bracety sits down with Brian Oakley from Archer’s Bikes to talk about the shop, local trails, e-bikes, and the growing biking community. The conversation also highlights how the Archer’s Bikes team focuses on education, service, and finding the right bike for each rider.

#ArchersBikes #PrescottValley #PrescottValleyAZ #BikeLife #EBikes #ElectricBikes #ShopLocal #LocalBusiness #PrescottValleyChamber #PrescottValleyTalks #BikeSafety #ArizonaTrails #IronKingTrail #PeavineTrail #GraniteDells #BeanPeaks #OutdoorAdventure #RideLocal #CyclingCommunity #ExploreArizona

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

Prescott Frontier Days is almost here, and excitement is building across the community. In this episode of PV Talks, host Steve Bracety speaks with Rex Hinshaw, Vice President of Prescott Frontier Days Incorporated, about the upcoming rodeo, ticket availability, and what guests can expect at this year’s event. 

#PrescottFrontierDays #WorldsOldestRodeo #PrescottAZ #PrescottValleyAZ #PVTalks #PrescottValleyChamber #RodeoSeason #ArizonaRodeo #CowboyChristmas #FamilyFriendlyEvents #ShopLocalAZ #PrescottEvents #RodeoLife #WesternHeritage #CommunityEvents

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

A new banking option has arrived in Prescott Valley, and it comes with more than a century of history behind it.

On a recent episode of PV Talks, Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Steve Bracety sat down with James Carr, Senior Vice President of Commercial Banking for Adams Bank & Trust. Their conversation covered community banking, economic growth, lessons from past financial crises, and what makes a family-owned bank different in today's marketplace.

#AdamsBankAndTrust #PrescottValley #CommunityBanking #FamilyOwnedBusiness #LocalBusiness #BusinessGrowth #CommercialBanking #PrescottValleyAZ #ArizonaBusiness #PVTalks #ShopLocal #SupportLocalBusiness #NorthernArizona #EconomicDevelopment #RelationshipBanking

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com

In this episode of PV Talks, Steve Bracety sits down with Kathryn Kay, founder of MycoEarth, to discuss how soil health and fungi could help solve some of agriculture’s biggest challenges. Kathryn explains how restoring the soil microbiome can improve water retention, reduce farming costs, and create healthier crops for future generations. She also shares why Arizona farmers are facing increasing pressure from water shortages and rising agricultural costs.

#MycoEarth #SustainableFarming #SoilHealth #ArizonaAgriculture #WaterConservation #HealthySoil #Fungi #Microbiome #RegenerativeAgriculture #FamilyFarms #FarmInnovation #SoilRestoration #EcoFriendlyFarming #AgriculturePodcast #PrescottValley #PVTalks #FarmingFuture #CarbonSequestration #OrganicFarming #FarmLife #EnvironmentalHealth #WaterCrisis #HealthyLiving #Agribusiness #RuralBusiness #SmallBusinessSupport #ArizonaFarms #GreenInnovation #SustainableLiving #FarmEducation

PV Talks is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.com