When it comes to running the Town of Camp Verde, Miranda Fisher doesn’t kid around. The dynamic 36-year-old stepped into the position of Camp Verde town manager just six months ago and has devised a tactical action plan to work from the inside out. “I’m taking a steady path forward focusing internally and getting our staff performing at the best capacity they can so we can have stabilization amongst the team. Every department is getting a deep dive action comprehensive efficiency plan for … [Read more...] about Building Connections, Creating Stability, Forging a Steady Path Forward
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Josh McIver Brings Nashville Hot Chicken to Camp Verde
Flew the Coop Nashville Hot Chicken Shack owner Josh Mclver believes his style of chicken may be unique to Northern Arizona. Customers believe his spicy chicken rub, made from Caroline Reaper peppers, may well be the hottest around. Considered to be the hottest pepper in the world, the Carolina Reaper, used in Flew the Coop’s hottest rub, measures more than two million Scoville Heat Units. “Our basic proprietary 12-spice recipe for our rub is derived from my wife, Jen’s, style, which is … [Read more...] about Josh McIver Brings Nashville Hot Chicken to Camp Verde
Honoring Vietnam Veterans with Camp Verde Tribute
Emotional messages underscored by deep respect and a heart-stopping gun salute pierced the air at the Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Cost of Freedom five-day tribute held at the Camp Verde Community Center Field in the Fort Verde State Historic Park. “This has been so inspiring and makes me so proud to be an American,” said Camp Verde resident Sandra Allen. “Watching the parade as the American Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVTT) came into town was so emotional. There was a group of motorcycle … [Read more...] about Honoring Vietnam Veterans with Camp Verde Tribute
New Camp Verde Economic Development Director is Committed to the Region
Molly Spangler beams with excitement about embracing and enhancing the Town of Camp Verde as the new economic development director. “We have a competitive advantage here in Camp Verde,” said Spangler, who served as economic development director in Sedona for six-and-a-half years. “Camp Verde is one of the last communities that has agricultural rural character and a very cool historic downtown. There’s a lot of opportunity here and a great plan in place, alongside a coordinated effort and … [Read more...] about New Camp Verde Economic Development Director is Committed to the Region
Two-Day Pecan, Wine Festival Returns to Camp Verde
Saturday, March 18 through Sunday, March 19 marks the 22ndAnnual Camp Verde Pecan & Wine Festival hosted by the Verde Valley Wine Consortium and the Town of Camp Verde, sponsored by Yavapai College and the Southwest Wine Center, SRP, the Arizona Office of Tourism and Larry Green Chevrolet. Celebrating two of the area’s prime tourism draws – wine and pecans – the free festival will feature 15 Arizona wineries along with a variety of pecans for pairing, a very competitive Pecan Pie contest, a … [Read more...] about Two-Day Pecan, Wine Festival Returns to Camp Verde
Promoting Camp Verde’s Economic Development, Recreation, Smart Growth
The simple, childlike words of Dr. Seuss have become a powerful modus operandi for the Town of Camp Verde Economic Development Director, Steve Ayers. Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better…it’s not… - The Lorax “That has been my motto since I accepted this position in 2013,” said Ayers. “This job wasn’t what I aspired to do, but when the previous economic director resigned, she approached me and suggested I apply. She felt I would be a good … [Read more...] about Promoting Camp Verde’s Economic Development, Recreation, Smart Growth
Innovative New Medical Facility Rises up in Camp Verde
A surprising sign of development, its sleek profile rears up from a wide-open landscape dotted with desert grassland and chaparral. The structure is the brand-new Camp Verde Campus of Northern Arizona Healthcare. Located at the intersection of Highway 260 and Finney Flat Road in the town of Camp Verde in Yavapai County, the architectural design of the rustic steel building nicely complements the surrounding natural setting. Feted at a grand opening on Friday, June 10, the celebrations for the … [Read more...] about Innovative New Medical Facility Rises up in Camp Verde
Sedona Foundation Hires New Executive Director
Camp Soaring Eagle Events Planned Sedona-based Camp Soaring Eagle Foundation announced today that Sedona resident Jennifer W. Perry has been promoted to the position of executive director. Past CEO Max James has now shifted his focus to long-term de- velopment for the foundation. James re- mains actively involved as the chairman of the Board of Directors. Jennifer Perry has been the director of public relations and marketing for the past two years and will manage the foundation … [Read more...] about Sedona Foundation Hires New Executive Director
Local Economy Boosted by Wine
A proven marketing model is helping the Verde Valley ride out the economic tide on a wave of wine. “We have seen the sales of wine at local vineyards double over previous years’ sales,” said Lana Tolleson, president/CEO of the Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce. “No other business has achieved that kind of success.” “In a troubled economy, consumers start looking closer to home for their products. We see [the wine industry] as a magnet,” said Tom … [Read more...] about Local Economy Boosted by Wine
