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Today Yavapai College announces the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected its Unmanned Aerial Systems program for the Unmanned Aircraft Systems-Collegiate Training Initiative program or the UAS-CTI. “Yavapai College is dedicated to providing high-quality academic paths and associated resources to ensure that our students can secure rewarding, high-paying jobs,” said Acting Yavapai College President Dr. Doug Berry. “Our commitment to strengthening the local, regional and national workforce by providing highly skilled workers to excel in multiple industries means we're helping to fortify the economic future for years to come.” The FAA’s UAS-CTI program recognizes institutions that prepare students for careers...

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Halloween is getting a new name in Old Town Cottonwood! The City of Cottonwood and the Cottonwood Old Town Association are teaming up to bring the community a new combined Halloween celebration, Treat Street, on Saturday, October 31, 2026 from 5-7 p.m. Treat Street brings together two longtime local Halloween traditions: the City of Cottonwood’s annual Trunk-or-Treat and the Cottonwood Old Town Association’s Main Street Trick-or-Treat. By combining the events, the organizations are creating one larger, family-friendly Halloween celebration in the heart of Old Town. Treat Street will offer a fun and safe way for families and community members to...

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The Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery on Yavapai College’s Verde Valley campus in Clarkdale is hosting a juried exhibition, “HeART of America,” running through Oct. 29. Presented in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, this evocative showcase invites the public to explore the diverse symbols, icons, and perspectives that define the nation's evolving identity. Juried by Clarkdale Mayor Robyn Prud’homme-Bauer, the exhibition features works from 30 artists selected from across the nation. The showcase highlights notable regional talent alongside national perspectives, including artwork created by faculty members from Northern Arizona University (NAU), Arizona State University (ASU),...

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Sharlot Hall Museum will host "Magic of the West," the next program in its Lecture Series, on Saturday, October 17, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the Education Building. Magician and researcher Jef Hewitt will combine history, storytelling, and live entertainment to show the surprising role magic played in the American West. Magic was an important part of life and leisure across the frontier. Traveling performers worked their way through Western towns, and larger-than-life characters made their living entertaining audiences. Hewitt will take attendees behind the curtain to explore the people, stories, traditions, and illusions that captivated those crowds....

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The city of Sedona invites all residents, business owners, and employees to participate in the Uptown & Arts Community Focus Area (CFA) planning process by sharing feedback at www.engage.sedonaaz.gov. The Uptown & Arts planning began last month with biking, walking, and transit tours in late Sept. The next step is to get more community feedback through Engage Sedona to keep the momentum going. Engage Sedona is a website that is an easy, convenient way to get involved and give input that will help shape future community decisions and improvements. Everyone is encouraged to visit the site and share their thoughts...

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Sun Devil Football returns to downtown Mesa on Saturday, Oct. 17, as Arizona State takes on Texas Tech during a free community watch party at the ASU Media and Immersive eXperience (MIX) Center. The game will be broadcast live at 12:30 p.m. MST on the MIX Center's large-format outdoor screen at 50 N. Centennial Way. The watch party is free and open to all ages. This featured game-day event will include a beer garden for guests 21 and older, a food truck, and giveaways from Sun Devil Athletics, including stickers, football posters, and a raffle for four lower-level tickets to...

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Runners and families can race along Scottsdale Airport’s taxiways and ramp when Run the Runway returns Sunday, Oct. 25. Presented by Volanti and PHX Run Club, the event features a 5K open to all ages and a one-mile Kids Fun Run for children ages 12 and younger. A post-race festival will include an aircraft display and entertainment. “Run the Runway gives families a unique way to experience Scottsdale Airport while supporting local youth and students pursuing aviation careers,” said Deputy City Manager Judy Doyle. “It’s an opportunity to bring the community together, celebrate our aviation history and enjoy a morning...

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Prescott Valley Vice Mayor Matt Zurcher fills in for Mayor Kell Palguta on Mondays with the Mayor, providing updates on these topics:

• ALDI Grand Opening
• Prescott Valley Restaurant Week
• StoneRidge Community Meeting
• Water Resources Presentation
• Movies Under the Stars
• Dump the Drugs Event

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Prescott Mayor Cathey Rusing provides updates on these topics in her latest Community Update:

• Historic Downtown Prescott Post Office
• Winter Weather Preparedness
• Data Center Regulations
• November Election Information
• Prescott's Colleges and Universities
• Public Safety Property and Evidence Facilities
• Rodeo Grounds Lease Discussions
• Potential Library Annex Land Donation
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• National Friends of Libraries Week
• City Department Updates
• Downtown Liquor License Application
• Peregrine Ridge at Prescott Lakes
• Rodeo/Fairgrounds Master Plan
• Introduction of New Executive Assistant

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The Prescott National Forest, in partnership with the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, will begin a new forest health and fuels reduction project on Oct. 14. The project is being carried out under the Good Neighbor Authority, which allows the State of Arizona and the Forest Service to work together to reduce wildfire risk, improve forest and watershed health, and support Arizona’s forest products industry. The Log Springs project covers about 1,700 acres west of the community of Cherry in Yavapai County. The work includes mastication to thin overgrown vegetation and reduce hazardous fuels, helping lower the potential...

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