Prescott National Forest

Amid Labor Shortage, Arizona Restaurateur Launches Free College Tuition Program to Attract Employees

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Monday, May 10, 2021

All Vivili employees are eligible for tuition benefits after 90 days of employment and working an average of 32 hours per week.

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  • All Vivili employees are eligible for tuition benefits after 90 days of employment and working an average of 32 hours per week.
  • "\nYavapai College serves students in Northern Arizona its main campus is in Prescott with additional locations in Clarkdale, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley and Sedona.
  • "We are beyond excited to partner with Vivili Hospitality Group and commend their efforts to provide education to as many of their employees as they can.
  • The College is committed to helping its communities recover by reskilling and upskilling individuals for in-demand jobs.\n'

“Thirty Along the Verde” Verde Canyon Railroad Celebrates Another Momentous Milestone

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Thursday, June 11, 2020

In 1989, Dave Durbano, purchased the railroad from the Santa Fe Railway (once ATSF), sight unseen, based on freight figures alone.

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  • In 1989, Dave Durbano, purchased the railroad from the Santa Fe Railway (once ATSF), sight unseen, based on freight figures alone.
  • Car maintenance and improvements are always at the forefront, as passenger comfort is a signature of Verde Canyon Railroad.
  • Another component of the ride for which Verde Canyon Railroad is well known is eagles.
  • Giving back to the community through a kinship with nature has long been a hallmark of Verde Canyon Railroad.

Starlight Illuminates and Grapes Accentuate Summer Nights Aboard Verde Canyon Railroad

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Monday, June 8, 2020

SEDONA, Ariz. and CLARKDALE, Ariz., June 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verde Canyon Railroad is back on track and reopening July 1st.

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  • SEDONA, Ariz. and CLARKDALE, Ariz., June 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verde Canyon Railroad is back on track and reopening July 1st.
  • Verde Canyon Railroads popular Starlight adventure, one summer Saturday each month, brings passengers into a red rock wilderness at this bewitching golden hour.
  • The colorful aerial infusion continues as the spectacular tones of twilight and starlight accentuate this wild Southwestern canyon in lunar reflection.
  • Visit the Verde Canyon Railroad website at www.verdecanyonrr.com to make a reservation or call 800-293-7345 for more information.

A Valentine State of Mind: Chocolate Lovers’ Special aboard VERDE CANYON RAILROAD

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Thursday, January 16, 2020

Verde Canyon Railroads Chocolate Lovers Special, February 13, 14 and 15, 2020, is the perfect way to celebrate these sweet and sentimental Valentine elements.

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  • Verde Canyon Railroads Chocolate Lovers Special, February 13, 14 and 15, 2020, is the perfect way to celebrate these sweet and sentimental Valentine elements.
  • Verde Canyon Railroads Chocolate Lovers Special features a specially-curated selection of artisan pastries and chocolates in addition to the trains classic first-class amenities.
  • Many lovebirds who ride in February return to the Verde Canyon Railroad to be wed aboard the train.
  • The Verde Canyon Railroad offers an ideal, unequalled location for an intimate wedding ceremonyin the sacredwilderness of the Verde Canyon.

Arizona: Sedona & Prescott Voted Among State's Most Charming Small Cities

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Tuesday, May 15, 2018

PHOENIX, May 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedona and Prescott, both located in Yavapai County, have been voted among the most charming towns and small cities in Arizona in a survey by TravelMag.com .

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  • PHOENIX, May 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedona and Prescott, both located in Yavapai County, have been voted among the most charming towns and small cities in Arizona in a survey by TravelMag.com .
  • Those surveyed were asked to choose their top three towns and small cities with populations below 100,000.
  • Surrounded by red-rock buttes, steep canyon walls and pine forests, the desert town of Sedona is renowned for its scenic appeal.
  • Sedona and Prescott are not the only Yavapai County destinations to make it into the top 10.