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šŸŒ± Why Willow Lake is staying low and what archaeologists just found

Hey there, Prescott! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Willow Lake is staying low and what archaeologists just found
  • How Prescottā€™s Embryā€‘Riddle is reshaping STEM classes across Yavapai schools
  • Want to serve as constable? Hereā€™s how to apply by May 1.

Also on today's calendar: Cat Mountain from Tucson, AZ at the Cortez, Prescott AZ and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 67 and low of 33 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 71, low: 40.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny, nice and warm, with a high of 76 and low of 50 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. Work at Willow Lake Reveals Historic Findings (signalsaz.com) ā€” Prescott officials are warning residents that Willow Lake will stay unusually low while a major gravity sewer project replaces an aging line and upgrades the Prescott Lakes Regional Lift Station. Archaeologists working ahead of construction uncovered artifacts and human remains, prompting close coordination with the Hopi Tribe to ensure respectful treatment while keeping this critical infrastructure upgrade on track for a summer 2026 start.
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2. Embry-Riddle Launches STEM Initiative in Yavapai County (signalsaz.com) ā€” Embryā€‘Riddleā€™s Prescott campus is training Yavapai County teachers to bring hands-on 3D printing, robotics and other STEM tools into local middle and high school classrooms. The pilot course, launched in January, helps educators revive idle equipment, start new clubs and electives, and could expand countywide by fall 2026 if additional grant funding comes through.
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3. Yavapai County Board of Supervisors Looking for Seligman Justice Precinct Constable Applicants (arizonadailyindependent.com) ā€” If you live in Yavapai County and meet the basic qualifications, you can apply now to be appointed Seligman Justice Precinct Constable, with materials due to the Board of Supervisors office in Prescott by May 1. The appointee, who must be a Republican like the departing constable, will serve through the end of 2026, with a decision expected at the May 20 board meeting.
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4. Arizona's Impossible Switchback Railroad on Prescott: Get Tickets Now! (theatermania.com) ā€” Prescott history buffs can soon catch two new documentaries celebrating the legendary Bradshaw Mountain Railroad, the so-called ā€œImpossible Switchback Railroadā€ that once ran from Prescott to Crown King. The Western Heritage Centerā€™s premiere will trace the lineā€™s daring early-1900s construction and then use modern flyovers and AI animation to virtually ride the vanished route, with the filmmakers on hand to meet viewers and sign books.
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šŸ—“ Events Nearby

    Friday April 17
  • CVHS Theatre Performance - Saturday Night Live
    CVHS Theatre , 760 E Center St , Chino Valley
    6:00 pm
    • Friday April 24
  • Senior Prom - "Rio"
    Windmill House , 1460 W Rd 4 N , Chino Valley
    6:00 pm
    • Wednesday April 29
  • Wine Down Wednesday
    J Club at Jasper , 4700 N Still Well Pkwy , Prescott Valley
    5:00 pm
    • Saturday May 16
  • Writer in Residence Consultations (In-Person): Timeslot 2
    Prescott Valley Public Library , 7401 Skoog Blvd , Prescott Valley
    10:30 am

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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • A beautiful morning to go kayaking today at Watson.
    Saw this little cutie, the first Canada Goose baby I have seen this season! Mom and Dad were there at the dock with only the one offspring. Tap forā€¦ (Nextdoor Yavapai Hills)
  • HUGE Rummage sale!
    Lots of hidden treasures! Thursday & Friday 8am - 3pm Come on by and bring a friend! @ St Germaine Church: in Vollmer Hall (Nextdoor Yavapai Hills)
  • Troon Golf, L.L.C. posted a job opening for Fitness Attendant in Prescott. Apply here.
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Maintenance Clerk in Prescott. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Prescott here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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