SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast

SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast

SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast is Central Arizona's podcast, powered by Talking Glass Media of Prescott Valley, AZ. Bringing you events, news, community updates, and more from central Arizona.

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December 25, 2025 1 min

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The Yavapai County Office of Emergency Management (YCOEM) encourages residents to take steps to prepare for winter storms that commonly cause power outages, travel disruptions, and isolate rural areas across the region. Even brief periods of snow, ice, or high winds can create slick roadways and temporary closures, underscoring the need for early action. Preparedness begins well before the first storm ar...

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The Whiskey Row Boot Drop is back and bigger than ever, celebrating its 15th year as Northern Arizona’s most iconic New Year’s Eve event. On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, thousands will gather in historic downtown Prescott to welcome the New Year with the drop of a dazzling 6-foot illuminated cowboy boot from the Palace Building’s 40-foot flagpole. This year’s milestone event builds on the excitement of ...

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Tuesday night, December 16th, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) received a request for assistance from the Prescott Fire Department regarding a hiker in distress. A teenager had fallen off a ledge while hiking, resulting in serious injuries. The injured party was stranded on a small cliff, near Iron King Trail in the Granite Dells, in a precarious position approximate...

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Mayor Kell Palguta of Prescott Valley gives updates for:

  • Prescott Valley Holiday Closures
  • Town Budget Survey
  • Traffic Delays
  • Upcoming Announcement

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The Prescott National Forest, Deputy Forest Supervisor Ashley Hom approved funding for 11 projects in Yavapai County to improve infrastructure, enhance forest ecosystems, restore forest health and improve water quality. The Yavapai Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) reviewed a total of 14 project proposals submitted to the Secure Rural Schools Title II Program. Proposals are reviewed to ensure they suppor...

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The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for the following lane restrictions as part of the US 60/Loop 303 Phase 2 interchange improvements in the Surprise area. The right lane along eastbound US 60 between Deer Valley Road and Loop 303 will be closed during the following times: 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, to 5 a.m. Friday, Dec. 19 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, to 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 20...

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New details have emerged about the residential structure fire on December 13, 2026, in the area of Ponderosa Park Road in Prescott, Arizona. Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) Captain and Health and Safety Officer Brody Fields, off duty and on his way to the gym with his wife, Taylor, noticed a column of smoke nearby. Acting immediately, Fields responded to the scene ahead of firefighters...

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Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center has named Tara Bruns, MD, the Physician of the Year for Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center. Dr. Bruns, who specializes in emergency medicine, meets the award criteria by embodying the hospital’s values and vision every day through the compassionate care she provides to patients. Dr. Bruns consistently upholds the Dignity Health mission through th...

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There is more room for northbound I-17 traffic using the busy exit to Loop 303 and Sonoran Desert Drive in north Phoenix. As part of an ongoing ramp widening project, the Arizona Department of Transportation has opened a second lane leading into and along the northbound I-17 exit at Loop 303. The new exit lane is designed to ease traffic backups, especially during afternoon rush hours. Crews last night f...

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On Saturday, December 13, 2026, at approximately 8:03 a.m., firefighters from the Central Arizona Fire and Medical Authority (CAFMA) and Prescott Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire in the area of Ponderosa Park Road in Prescott, Arizona. The fire was quickly extinguished. It is believed that the fire originated in the fireplace and extended into the attic space. Two occupants safel...

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Mayor Kell Palguta of Prescott Valley gives updates for:

  • Cardinals
  • Preschool Story Time
  • Financial Literacy for Tweens
  • Budget Survey
  • Coffee with a Cop
  • New Crosswalk

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Mike Alderete, Rodeo Grounds Manager at Prescott Frontier Days® -- World’s Oldest Rodeo®, kept his word and brought the prestigious and highly sought after WPRA Justin Boots Best Footing Award home to Prescott. Alderete was recently recognized at the WPRA Star Celebration in Las Vegas at the South Point Hotel and Casino for his dedication in making the PFD arenas safe for barrel horses and all rodeo live...

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Drivers traveling on Willow Creek Road on Wednesday may have noticed a stronger than usual police presence. The Prescott and Prescott Valley Police Departments, along with the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, joined forces as part of the Tri City Task Force to focus enforcement efforts on this busy corridor. Throughout the operation, officers conducted 105 traffic stops. These stops resulted in 69 speedi...

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The city of Sedona’s Clerk's Office reminds local business owners to renew their Business License now for calendar year 2026. Renewal applications must be submitted and approved by Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. Five dollar-a-month late fees will begin to accrue on February 1, 2026. Notifications were sent out via email, to the email address on file. Business owners are encouraged to check their spam fold...

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Acker Night, Prescott’s premier holiday music festival, is set to transform the downtown area into a magical street celebration for its 37th anniversary on Friday, December 12. The beloved tradition brings together over 500 musicians across more than 140 local businesses, creating an unforgettable evening of free entertainment that supports music education for local youth. The festivities begin with an o...

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World's Oldest Rodeo® has been recognized again this year. The Sowing Good Deeds Award, an annual honor developed by the agricultural machinery manufacturer Massey Ferguson®, recognizes help given to charities, community involvement, and educational events of local Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) rodeo committees have given to their schools, cities, and the youth-oriented agricultural c...

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Fire managers on the Prescott National Forest plan prescribed fire operations, primarily pile burning, in the Prescott Basin on the Bradshaw Ranger District. The hand piles are from recent hazardous fuels reduction and thinning projects. Pending all required approvals, ignitions could begin as early as Monday, Dec. 8, and continue through January 2026 as conditions remain favorable. Recent rainfall has c...

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Merry Christmas and happy holidays from Arizona's Christmas City. I'm Mayor Cathey Rusing, and welcome to your first community update.

Each Monday for City Council Week, I'll share a brief snapshot of what's happening in our community, what's coming up at City Hall, and how you can stay informed and involved. This is, in fact, my way to keep all of us connected and to make local g...

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The Prescott Valley Police Department (PVPD) Traffic Unit, in partnership with the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, engaged in a targeted enforcement detail on Monday, November 24, 2025. As a result of the targeted enforcement, the following citations were issued: 55 civil traffic violations Four criminal traffic citations, including two suspended drivers and one excessive speed 46 civil speed citati...

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One of the community’s most beloved traditions is back! The City of Goodyear is excited to welcome residents and visitors to Holidays on the Square. This year, it is two magical evenings filled with holiday cheer, family activities, and the return of The RinQ, the city’s free synthetic ice-skating rink. The celebrations take place on Friday, Dec. 5, and Friday, Dec. 12, from 5–8 p.m. at Goodyear Civic Sq...

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