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Send us a text and chime in!Meet Alan Godfrey, the new owner of Pinon Painting in Prescott, Arizona. In this episode of the Signals News Podcast, Alan shares how he is continuing the company's nearly 20-year tradition of quality painting and detailed preparation.Learn why prep work matters, how Arizona weather affects exterior paint, and when homeowners should schedule their next painting project. Alan also discusses interior painting, exterior painting, cabinets, decks, carpentry repairs, commercial projects, warranties, and winter painting.Pinon Painting serves Prescott and surrounding communities, focusing on quality craftsmanship and local service.Learn more about Pinon Painting and discover what homeowners should know before starting their next painting project.#PinonPainting #PrescottAZ #PrescottArizona #PrescottBusiness #PrescottHomes #PrescottPainting #HousePainting #ExteriorPainting #InteriorPainting #ProfessionalPainters #HomeImprovement #HomeMaintenance #NorthernArizona #NorthernArizonaBusiness #LocalBusiness #SupportLocal #PaintingContractor #ArizonaHomes #SignalsAZ #SignalsNewsPodcastCheck out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Prescott, in partnership with Southwest Decision Resources and community and stakeholder groups, will host a public meeting on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, to provide information and gather community input for the development of a Willow Lake Management Plan. The public meeting will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Phippen Museum, located at 4701 Highway 89 in Prescott. Community members are welcome to attend at any time during the meeting. Prior to the public meeting, a guided walk will be held from 3 to 3:45 p.m., beginning at the Jan Alfano Trail entrance at 1900...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-wants-your-input-on-willow-lakes-future/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Community members have been busy caring for Kingman this past month, taking part in community cleanups and recycling efforts that brought volunteers and local organizations together. More than 100 volunteers participated in Kingman's annual Day of Caring on Saturday, September 12. Organized by River Cities United Way with support from the City of Kingman's Solid Waste Department and Clean City Commission, the event brought volunteers to areas throughout the city to remove litter. Volunteers collected more than 130 bags of trash and the Clean City Commission also conducted an Adopt-a-Highway cleanup. That weekend, the City also made roll-off drop-off sites...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/kingman-day-of-caring-draws-more-than-100-volunteers/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Anthony Garcia has notified the City of his resignation from the Flagstaff City Council, effective immediately. Mr. Garcia is stepping down to focus on his health and well-being. The City thanks Mr. Garcia for his service to the Flagstaff community and for the time and commitment he dedicated to serving on the City Council. Mr. Garcia shared, “It has been a true honor to serve the Flagstaff community. I'm grateful for the opportunity to give back to a city I care deeply about and to the residents who took the time to share their hopes, concerns, and ideas for Flagstaff....   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/resignation-from-flagstaff-city-council/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization in Yavapai County, AZ, dedicated to stopping youth drug use before it starts has revealed the October installment of its virtual learning series, "MATFORCE Messages." The series features presentations from subject matter experts designed to build healthier communities. On Thursday, October 22nd, 2026, at 11:00 am, Kelly Mattox, MATFORCE Prevention Specialist and Kelly Lee, MATFORCE Program Manager, will present Hope Through Connection: MATFORCE Mentors & Trauma Lens Care. Discover how dedicated adult relationships can alter the trajectory of a child's life. This session highlights two impactful initiatives operating across Yavapai County schools, demonstrating how consistent...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/matforce-messages-highlights-youth-mentorship-programs/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Office of Innovation's Smart Drinking Water Initiative is now chilling in Cave Creek Park – Larkspur, in Council District 3, with the installation of the 14th system in the network. The drinking fountain is also the first in the program to incorporate splashes of color and art around the fountain and park to make you feel physically cooler. This project is the first use of EnKoat, an Arizona State University-developed, heat-mitigating coating, in a Valley park in collaboration with the District 3 Council Office, Office of Innovation and Performance, and the City's Arts and Culture, Parks and Recreation, and...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/smart-drinking-water-initiative-launches-in-phoenix/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!With rain already falling and more in the forecast this week, the City of Mesa is encouraging residents to monitor weather conditions and take steps now to prepare for potential storm impacts. BE PREPARED Residents are encouraged to: Pick up sandbags early. Sandbags are available at multiple locations: mesaaz.gov/Public-Safety/Emergencies/Sandbags Secure outdoor furniture, decorations, and other loose items. Keep phones and other essential devices charged. Avoid washes, retention basins, and low-water crossings during storms. Never drive through flooded roadways or moving water. Monitor weather conditions and official City communication channels for updates. KEEP RESOURCES HANDY For storm resources, including sandbag locations...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/storm-preparedness-in-mesa/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Town of Chino Valley is proud to announce that it has been named a recipient of Arizona Public Service (APS) community beautification funding, awarded as part of APS's 140th anniversary celebration. Through this investment, the Town of Chino Valley will advance preservation and restoration of the historic Fred Harvey Farm at Del Rio Springs, including restoration of the original buildings and creation of a new interpretive trail highlighting the site's cultural, economic and historical significance, creating lasting improvements and benefits for the community. “Del Rio Springs and the Fred Harvey Farm are an important part of Chino Valley's history...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/chino-valley-gets-funding-to-preserve-local-history/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Flagstaff property owners, businesses and residents are invited to a free Lunch-N-Learn at the Downtown Connection Center (216 W Phoenix Ave) on Oct. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meeting will provide information about a [post_excerpt].5 million grant that pays for the Northern Arizona Property Revitalization Program available to property owners on a first-come, first-served basis until Sept. 30, 2028. Ideal candidates to receive funding include owners of previously utilized properties and older buildings that could be reused, redeveloped or renovated. The grant was awarded to the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, and the Northern Arizona Council of...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/could-your-flagstaff-property-qualify-for-free-help/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The 28th annual Prescott Indian Art Market (PIAM) wrapped up a highly successful two-day run at Sharlot Hall Museum on September 19 and 20, welcoming an enthusiastic turnout of collectors, families, and art lovers. The juried art show celebrated the work of Native American artists across seven categories, culminating in the announcement of this year's award winners. Raymond Chee, Sr. earned the event's top honor, Best of Show, for his large and detailed carving depicting a WWII Navajo Code Talker. The weekend brought steady crowds to the museum grounds, where visitors browsed booths, met artists, and purchased original works spanning...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-indian-art-market-announces-2026-winners/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!UMOM New Day Centers is proud to announce the final approval of their latest affordable housing complex, Salamanca Square, located at 4439 N. 39th Ave in Phoenix, with the agreement officially closing on August 26, 2026. Developed in partnership with the Alhambra School District, the project will bring 192 high-quality, affordable housing units to families earning at or below 60% of the area median income (AMI). Salamanca Square represents UMOM's continued investment in innovative housing solutions that address the growing need for affordable housing in Phoenix while strengthening local communities through strategic partnerships with school districts. “At a time when...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/phoenix-housing-project-will-bring-192-new-units/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Route 66, Main Street of America is turning 100, and there's no better place to celebrate than the Heart of Historic Route 66. Kingman, Arizona, will come alive October 16–17, 2026, for the Kingman I ♥ Route 66 Fest, a two day celebration of the history, culture, music and unmistakable spirit of America's Main Street. Held at Lewis Kingman Park, the festival will be one of Kingman's signature celebrations during the historic Route 66 Centennial year. The festival is free to spectators, with free public parking available adjacent to Lewis Kingman Park. Wristbands can be purchased to experience the Fun...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/kingman-i-%e2%99%a5-route-66-fest-celebrates-historic-highway/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Mesa Public Library (MPL) cardholders borrowed more than 2.7 million items in 2025, an estimated value of .5 million for borrowed materials rather than purchased materials. The numbers highlighted as part of National Library Card Sign-Up Month in September show how residents are using Mesa Public Library for books, digital resources, programs, technology, and more. 1.7 Million Physical Circulation Number of times physical items, like books or DVDs, were borrowed. 1 Million Digital Circulation Number of times digital items, like eBooks or audiobooks, were borrowed. 127K Library Cardholders 901K Visits to a Library 69K Event & Program Attendance "Today's libraries...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/mesa-public-library-sees-over-2-7-million-items-borrowed/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!A series of high-level baseball tournaments will bring talented high school athletes and teams to the Surprise Stadium Complex throughout October. Arizona Fall Classic events are recognized as one of the most elite showcases in the nation. Top high school prospects from across the United States and Canada compete in front of college coaches and professional scouts, combining tournament play with valuable exposure at Surprise's Spring Training facility. Arizona Fall Classic event schedule: October 1 - 4: Arizona Senior Fall Classic October 9 - 11: Arizona Combat Fall Classic October 16 - 18: Easton Fall Classic October 23 - 25:...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/arizona-fall-classic-brings-top-high-school-talent-to-surprise/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!October brings a distinct shift to Arizona's high country, but for gardeners, the changing season is far from the end of the growing year. Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, looks at this important transition as an opportunity to care for what is growing now while quietly preparing the landscape for the months ahead. A little attention this fall can make a noticeable difference in how the garden handles winter and returns when spring arrives.  October in the high country is often called our "Second Spring," and for good reason. While the rest of the country is hunkering down for winter's...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/10-ways-to-make-the-most-of-the-october-gardens/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!National Crime Prevention Month, observed every October, raises awareness about personal safety and community vigilance. The Prescott Valley Police Department (PVPD) is committed to reducing crime and the fear of crime. We offer many programs to assist our residents.Schedule a crime prevention presentation for your community, church group, or neighborhood block watch, or attend one already scheduled. Our highly trained specialists are ready to give you the tools to avoid falling victim to frauds and scams.Band together with some of your neighbors and create your own block watch group. Neighbors looking out for their neighborhood is a powerful crime fighting tool.Become one of our Dog Walker Watch volunteers to be community eyes and ears while taking your fur baby out for a walk.Prescott Valley consistently ranks among the top safest cities in Arizona. This is due to the commitment to excellence our police officers have in serving our community coupled with the amazing partnerships we have within our communities in tackling crime head on. Together, we make an effective team.IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING!Silent Witness: yavapaisw.com or p3tips.com | 1-800-932-3232Prescott Valley Police Department can be contacted at 928-772-9267 for non-emergencies, and 911 for emergenciesCheck out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Mayor Kell Palguta of Prescott Valley gives updates for:Prescott Valley Fall FestPermit Center Friday ClosuresCommunity Benefits ScorecardCommunity MeetingCheck out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Kingman congratulates Kim Olsen and Jonathan Meins, the winners of its KingmanAZ Connect app giveaway. Olsen was randomly selected as the first-place winner and will receive a gift certificate to use at the Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course. Meins was selected as the second-place winner and will receive a Kingman Visitor Center Gift Shop gift certificate. The giveaway encouraged residents to discover KingmanAZ Connect. The app brings City news, event information and notifications together in one place and gives residents a way to submit service requests from their phones. During the promotion, app registration grew by...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/kingmanaz-connect-app-giveaway-winners-announced/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Yuma's Arts and Culture Division is introducing the Adopt a Sun Program, a new public art initiative centered on large, artist-designed sun sculptures inspired by Yuma's connection to the sun. Through the program, individuals, organizations, and businesses can adopt a sun for one year and help bring original artwork to approved locations throughout the community. Each sculpture will feature a design created by an artist from the program's approved roster. The Adopt a Sun Program is intended to create a sustainable way for public art to continue growing beyond initial grant funding. Through ongoing adoptions, the sculptures...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/yuma-is-turning-sunshine-into-public-art/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Roadway Construction Ongoing Along Glassford Hill Road Crews continue with roadway excavation, subgrade preparation and the installation of curb, gutter and sidewalk along Glassford Hill Road, from Spouse Drive to just north of Tuscany Way/Granville Parkway. Please be aware of the following impacts: Monday, September 28 through Friday, October 2, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Road users are advised to be alert, use caution and follow the marked signage. One lane of traffic in each direction of Glassford Hill Road will always remain open throughout construction. Businesses, schools and residential communities will remain fully accessible throughout the project. Motorists can...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/glassford-hill-road-widening-project-update-sept-28th-oct-2nd-2026/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!When you want to start your day wide-eyed and ready to ride -- with a bold brew just like our cowboys do – grab a bag of Prescott Frontier Days®-inspired Bronc Brew! PFD's newest offering is roasted locally by Rugged Pilot Coffee in Prescott. The aviation-themed company was started in 2020 by Larry Curell, a disabled Army veteran who created the opportunity to help a fellow aviator. Add to this story the tale of another entrepreneur, PFD General Manager Jim Dewey Brown, and in the summer of 2026, a new collaboration and coffee was born. Jim's career as a champion...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/celebrate-national-coffee-day-with-pfds-new-bronc-brew-coffee/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Volunteers with the Arizona Department of Transportation's Adopt a Highway program cleared more than 2.6 tons of trash and litter from state highways on National CleanUp Day. On Saturday, Sept. 19, more than 224 volunteers from 33 volunteer groups around the state collected 382 bags of trash from Arizona highways. This tops the 1.8 tons of trash removed during last year's National CleanUp Day event. Members of a volunteer group in Wickenburg spent the morning cleaning their adopted mile on US 60. Savanah Waters, who adopted the stretch of highway in honor of her late brother, Jimmy “Tra” Waters, said...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/arizona-volunteers-clear-2-6-tons-of-highway-trash/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!In its annual review of the nation's best colleges and universities, U.S. News & World Report awarded Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University eight separate top-five rankings, including for aerospace engineering, overall quality, innovation and academic programs for student veterans. “Embry‑Riddle's priority is to prepare our students for success, so they can go on to secure influential, high-paying positions across aviation, science, aerospace, business, engineering, space exploration, cybersecurity, the military, government and other domains central to our mission,” said Embry‑Riddle President P. Barry Butler, Ph.D. “Our top rankings reflect that goal and the value of our degrees.” In their respective regions in the...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/embry-riddle-prescott-ranks-no-1-in-aerospace/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The city of Sedona has an opening for one seat on the local Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Board. The local PSPRS Board administers the pension system for the Sedona Police Department and follows the rules of the PSPRS system and Arizona Revised Statutes. The board also makes decisions for Sedona police officers on issues like membership in the system, approving retirements, and service purchase requests. Board meetings are scheduled as needed and are required at least twice a year by state law. Board members are unpaid volunteers who must live within city limits. The term of service for...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/sedona-seeks-volunteer-for-open-psprs-board-seat/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Arizona's three public universities are bringing the energy of college football season to an important statewide effort: helping Arizonans prepare for the Nov. 3 general election. Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona are partnering with the Arizona Secretary of State's Office on a nonpartisan voter education campaign featuring football players from all three universities. The message is simple: Every Arizona voter needs a game plan. Track it. Receive it. Vote it. Return it. Through coordinated social media promotion and two football-themed public service announcements, “Follow It” and “Receive It,” the campaign will provide voters with...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/arizona-universities-launch-voter-education-campaign/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!In a collaborative effort, MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization focused on preventing youth drug use, has partnered with the Prescott Valley Police Department, Fry's Pharmacy and the Chino Valley Police Department. These joint partnerships offer residents a safe and appropriate method for disposing of unwanted medications. Since 2008, Yavapai County has successfully collected and safely disposed of over 47,000 pounds of medication. This significant achievement is a result of dedicated efforts, such as Dump the Drugs events, and a countywide network of drop box locations, all made possible through strong community partnerships. The Prescott Valley Police Department is partnering with...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-valley-and-chino-valley-host-dump-the-drugs/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Chairman Brooks Compton is holding the Peeples Valley Town Hall on Thursday, October 1, 2026, from 5:30 – 7:00 PM. The Town Hall will be held at the Historic Schoolhouse located at 18205 S. State Route 89, Peeples Valley, AZ. Town Halls provide the community with quality time and opportunity to learn and ask questions regarding the everyday functions of Yavapai County Government. The departments represented at the Town Halls will be Development Services, Public Works, Community Health Services, Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, and Chief Bomar. Please join us, ask questions, and speak to Chair Brooks Compton. WHEN: Thursday, October 1st,...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/yavapai-county-hosts-peeples-valley-town-hall/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Phoenix Housing Department is proud to share its Five-Year Report, highlighting the progress, innovation, and collaboration that have driven our work across Phoenix. Over the past five years, we've expanded housing options, strengthened community partnerships, and supported residents through programs designed to create stability and opportunity. Guided by our mission to provide quality affordable housing and a pathway to self-sufficiency, the Housing Department has worked to transform neighborhoods and increase access to housing throughout the city. These accomplishments reflect the dedication of our team, the Mayor and City Council, and our partners. Highlights from the Five-Year Report:...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/housing-progress-in-phoenix-five-year-report/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Mesa will host the first annual Elevate East Valley Workforce Hiring Event on Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center St. The regional hiring event is a partnership with Maricopa County and the communities of Gilbert, Tempe, Chandler, Queen Creek, and Apache Junction. "Workforce development and education are key priorities for me and for Mesa," said Mesa Mayor Mark Freeman. "We want our residents to have access to good jobs and meaningful career opportunities, and we want our businesses to have the skilled workforce they need to...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/elevate-east-valley-workforce-hiring-event-in-mesa/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!They say success is nothing without someone to share it with. That's certainly true in Tuba City, an 8,600-person town in the Navajo Nation. “Members of the Navajo Nation love celebrating,” said Anne Hamlin, a research associate at NAU's Center for STEM Teaching and Learning (CSTL). “They turn out to basketball games, parades, flea markets and fairs in droves. I once tabled at the Navajo Nation Fair and interacted with 3,000 people.” That's why, armed with ,000 in National Science Foundation grant money, Hamlin and her colleagues aren't just aiming to improve STEM education opportunities for schoolchildren in Tuba City....   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/tuba-city-students-help-shape-new-nau-stem-project/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Kingman and Mohave County invite residents, stakeholders, and community partners to participate in a joint Water Sustainability and Drought Contingency Plan Task Force meeting on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at the City of Kingman Public Works Meeting Room located at 3700 E. Andy Devine Avenue. The task force will continue its discussion of the drought contingency plan and hear an update from the Rural Ground Water Steering Committee. The task force will also review City of Kingman and Mohave County projects, partnering opportunities, grants, legislative matters and public outreach. The draft plan can be...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/kingman-and-mohave-county-talk-water-future/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!A weekly summary of City projects or encroachment permits issued by the City of Yuma affecting busy streets. City Projects 14th Avenue, 8th Street to 9th Street Starting September 28, crews will remove existing sidewalk and install new sidewalk and ADA ramps along 14th Avenue between 8th Street and 9th Street. Additional curb and ramp work will take place near Elks Lane. Shoulder work and traffic control will be in place in the area. Drivers are advised to follow posted traffic control signs and use caution. Work is expected to be completed by mid-October. Avenue A and 16th Street Starting...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/yuma-weekly-road-construction-and-traffic-update-sept-28th-oct-3rd/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Phoenix Fire Department, in partnership with FEMA, introduced its three newest search dogs, Bunker, Ryder and Sawyer, during a media event held this week. The highly trained search and rescue dogs were showcased alongside their handlers, offering a first look at the teams that will support search and rescue operations across the region. During the event, attendees observed a live training demonstration highlighting the specialized skills the dogs use during rescue missions. The dogs navigated obstacles, executed agility exercises, and performed scent detection drills designed to simulate real-world disaster conditions. Handlers also demonstrated the communication techniques and teamwork required...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/phoenix-fire-department-introduces-new-search-dogs/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Prescott Valley Police Community Services is partnering with the service organization One Warm Coat to sponsor a coat and hoodie drive to help our vulnerable populations as the weather begins to drop. We are asking for donations of clean, gently used coats and hoodies that are free of stains, tears, or holes. Items can be dropped off at the Prescott Valley Police Station from Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm from October 5 to October 23. If a service group has a large donation, we can arrange for one of our team members to pick it up. Our goal is...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-valley-police-launch-winter-coat-drive/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The beloved Folk Music Festival is coming back to Sharlot Hall Museum on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with festival music beginning at 10 a.m. Marking its first appearance in seven years, the 42nd edition of this cherished event will fill the museum's historic grounds with a full day of live folk music, food, and family fun. A special opening ceremony will start at 9:30am where nationally acclaimed group The Folk Legacy Trio will perform This Land is Your Land. More than 50 musicians will perform across four stages throughout the grounds of the museum....   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-folk-music-festival-returns-after-7-years/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!After 30 years welcoming visitors the city of Sedona has restored the Sedona entry sign on the west State Route 89A entrance to the city. Time and exposure to the elements played a part in the sign's deterioration and need for restoration. City funds to protect Public Art were used to commission Marc Jacobsen of Sun Signs to restore this piece of Sedona's artistic and welcoming history. Originally created by artists David Platt and Lauren Fancher and installed in 1996, the sign has a stone base with steel, copper, and painted components. It is one of three Sedona entry signs,...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/sedona-landmark-gets-a-fresh-look-after-30-years/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Surprise invites residents and visitors to explore public art and get creative during a series of free Outdoor Art Sketching Tours offered monthly from October through April. Led by teaching artist Rae Wilson, the tours alternate between two locations: Surprise City Hall and Surprise Community Park. Participants will explore public art at each site while creating their own sketches and taking a closer look at the art and creativity found throughout the community. The tours are designed for all ages and skill levels. No previous drawing experience is needed, and sketchbooks and pencils will be provided. The...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/outdoor-art-sketching-tours-in-surprise/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!With the upcoming elections, the City of Prescott seeks to remind citizens about local political sign regulations and restrictions regarding campaign materials at city facilities. Residents and business owners have the option of placing political signs on their private property. Arizona state statute (A.R.S. 16-1019) allows for placement of political signs in the city right-of-way except where the City Council has created sign free zones by resolution. On January 22, 2019, the Prescott City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2019-1674 creating two sign free zones in areas of the city well known for visitors and tourists in order to better...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-reminds-residents-of-political-sign-rules/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Prescott Valley Police Community Services is partnering with the service organization One Warm Coat to sponsor a coat and hoodie drive to help our vulnerable populations as the weather begins to drop. We are asking for donations of clean, gently used coats and hoodies that are free of stains, tears, or holes. Items can be dropped off at the Prescott Valley Police Station from Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm from October 5 to October 23. If a service group has a large donation, we can arrange for one of our team members to pick it up. Our goal is to gather at least 150 coats and hoodies to provide to local service agencies for distribution before Halloween.Prescott Valley Police Department is committed to serving our community through outreach projects. It is a privilege for our agency to work with our community partners to meet the needs of those less fortunate in our town. If you can, please help us reach our goal of warming up the community this winter.For further information, please contact our Police Community Services Unit at 928-772-9261 or by email at PDCPO@prescottvalley-az.gov.IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING!Silent Witness: yavapaisw.com or p3tips.com | 1-800-932-3232Prescott Valley Police Department can be contacted at 928-772-9267 for non-emergencies, and 911 for emergenciesCheck out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!A metal detectorist in Finland has uncovered thousands of silver coins dating back roughly 1,000 years, a discovery now considered the largest known Viking Age coin hoard ever found in the country. Kalle Lappinen made the discovery near the village of Sysmä, Finland, on September 3. After coming across the silver with his metal detector, Lappinen reported the find to authorities, and archaeologists from Lahti Museums began recovering the objects the following day. What they uncovered was far larger than the coin hoards typically found in the region. More Than 4,000 Silver Coins The hoard is estimated to contain more...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/metal-detectorist-finds-4000-viking-age-silver-coins/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Arizona is bringing its On Target Series back this fall with Shotgun '26, a trap tournament featuring lunch and a raffle in Dewey-Humboldt. The event will take place Saturday, October 17, 2026, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Prescott Trap & Skeet Club, located at 10800 AZ-69 in Dewey-Humboldt. Proceeds from the event will benefit local Boys & Girls Clubs youth programs. Shotgun '26 Trap Tournament Shotgun '26 is part of the On Target Series of target-sports tournaments. The event will feature a trap tournament, lunch, and a raffle, giving participants a chance...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/boys-girls-clubs-hosts-shotgun-26-trap-tournament/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Arizona Department of Transportation has begun critical repair work on US 160 near Dennehotso after the roadway sustained significant damage from storms on Sept. 16. Following inspections, work began this week, under a contract allowing for urgently needed repairs, with the goal of restoring two lanes of travel on US 160 by early October. This schedule could be affected by weather, but ADOT's goal is to reopen the highway as soon as possible. The repairs include drainage improvements, roadway reconstruction, new pavement and asphalt, and new striping for approximately 80 feet of damaged roadway sections to US 160 at...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/us-160-repairs-underway-after-major-storm-damage/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!Prescott Valley Parks & Recreation (PVPR) is welcoming the fall season with a lineup full of free, family‑friendly activities. With outdoor movies, live music, creative workshops, and active adventures, it's the perfect time to get outside and enjoy everything our local parks have to offer. Get ready to celebrate all things fall at this year's free Fall Fest on Saturday, October 3, from 11am-4pm at the Civic Center (7501 E Skoog Blvd). With local food vendors, a new zipline attraction, a petting zoo, pony rides, outdoor activities, local performances, and so much more. Catch the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus (PG)...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-valley-packs-october-with-fall-fun/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The study proposes that potential evolution on exoplanets isn't based only on time, but on how much cumulative photosynthesis happens, so even if planets outside our solar system may have had life start billions of years before Earth, life likely evolved so slowly that it's still in the microbial stage. Science fiction suggests that life on other planets, if it exists, is likely far more advanced than life on Earth. A recent study suggests otherwise. This new study, led by Chris Doughty, a professor of ecoinformatics at Northern Arizona University, proposes that the extent to which life on potentially habitable...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/nau-study-suggests-alien-life-may-be-behind-earth/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Prescott Valley Police Department (PVPD) in partnership with the Hispanic Business Association are hosting the 11th annual Puente de la Comunidad, Bridge to the Community, event on Sunday, September 27, from 1-5pm at Mountain Valley Park (8525 E Loos Drive). Join the PVPD and the Hispanic community to celebrate all the things that make Hispanic culture such a vibrant and vital part of our community. There will be fun and activities for all ages to enjoy, including Mariachi Chapala, folklorico dancers, face painting, bounce houses, soccer, low rider cars from Dreams in Motion, and more. While you're there, support...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-valley-celebrates-hispanic-culture/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!In 2018, four years before she was hired for the position of Yavapai College Verde Valley Campus Coordinator, Bobbi Evans was looking to start her and her husband's own business, a CNC machining venture. It was the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) on the Verde Valley campus in Clarkdale—whose services and resources helped Evans launch her business—that put Yavapai College on her radar. Evans said that the SBDC was incredibly helpful in connecting her with the right people and resources. They provided her with access to software that helped her develop the business plan, along with valuable consultation, guidance, and...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/yavapai-college-celebrates-employee-of-the-year/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The City of Yuma is inviting local students in kindergarten through 12th grade to create artwork for a poster that will represent Yuma in the Freedom 250 City Art Poster Project. Organized by the U.S. Conference of Mayors and the National Endowment for the Arts, the project commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Participating cities will select posters inspired by their communities. Students are encouraged to draw inspiration from Yuma's history, the people and places that shape the community, and their hopes for its future. Each design should include the words “Yuma” and “America...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/yuma-students-invited-to-design-america-250-poster/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Surprise Tennis & Racquet Complex is set to host United States Tennis Association (USTA) players from across the country as they make their way to Surprise for a full lineup of championship tennis. The competition kicks off on October 2 with the USTA Adult Mixed Doubles Sectional Championships, featuring adult mixed doubles teams from across the USTA Southwest region competing for a sectional title. The fall schedule continues with five USTA National Championship weekends, bringing top adult league teams from across the country to Surprise to compete for national titles. Upcoming USTA events in Surprise include: October 2 -...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/usta-championships-at-surprise-tennis-complex/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!As part of the City of Avondale's Fiscal Year 2027 Pavement Preservation Program, the Public Works Department, in partnership with ViaSun, will perform Slurry III maintenance treatments on several roadways throughout the city beginning Oct. 6. Work is scheduled from Oct. 6 through Nov. 8, with crews working from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The work will include lane restrictions and closures while crews complete the pavement preservation treatments. The current work schedule includes: Oct. 6-7: Dysart Road, Van Buren Street to Buckeye Road Oct. 24-25: Dysart Road, Indian School Road to Thomas Road Oct. 27-28: Thomas Road, 107th Avenue...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/pavement-preservation-program-in-avondale/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Prescott Regional Airport will be conducting a full-scale Airport Emergency Plan exercise in coordination with Prescott Fire Department, Prescott Police Department, local mutual aid and secondary response agencies on October 12, 2026. Due to the nature of the exercise, the exact time of the exercise will not be released. The purpose of the exercise is: To comply with airport certification requirements associated with commercial air carrier service under 14 CRF Part 139. To provide necessary hands-on training for primary and secondary emergency responders and medical providers. Evaluate emergency response procedures, communications, equipment, and coordination among participating agencies while identifying...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-airport-to-hold-full-scale-emergency-exercise/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Send us a text and chime in!The Prescott Valley Police Department (PVPD) in partnership with the Hispanic Business Association are hosting the 11th annual Puente de la Comunidad, Bridge to the Community, event on Sunday, September 27, from 1-5pm at Mountain Valley Park (8525 E Loos Drive). Join the PVPD and the Hispanic community to celebrate all the things that make Hispanic culture such a vibrant and vital part of our community.There will be fun and activities for all ages to enjoy, including Mariachi Chapala, folklorico dancers, face painting, bounce houses, soccer, low rider cars from Dreams in Motion, and more. While you're there, support one of the many food trucks offering delicious lunch and treats as you explore the vendor area and shop local goods and stop by the community group tables to learn valuable information. We hope to see you there!WHEN: Sunday, September 27th | 1:00 - 5:00 PMWHERE: Mountain Valley Park | 8525 E Loos Drive, Prescott ValleyIF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING!Silent Witness: yavapaisw.com or p3tips.com | 1-800-932-3232Prescott Valley Police Department can be contacted at 928-772-9267 for non-emergencies, and 911 for emergenciesprescottvalley-az.gov/police | 928-772-9267 | 7601 E Skoog Blvd Prescott Valley, AZCheck out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network