SignalsAZ.com Prescott News Podcast - Prescott News Roundup - August 29, 2025

Episode Date: August 29, 2025

Send us a text and chime in!Prescott Valley Receives First PFAS Settlement Funds Here's this week's Prescott News Roundup!  Prescott Valley has secured its first payment of more than 8,000 from a national PFAS contamination settlement. Over the coming months, the town expects to receive a total of 0,000+ from this settlement to support groundwater testing and mitigation. The funds will help Prescott Valley continue its work to improve local drinking water safety, addressing long-term contamination concerns. Local leaders emphasized that the settlement is an important step forward in ensuring residents have access to safe water while also providing resources to meet future environmental needs. This... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/prescott-news-roundup-august-29-2025/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

Text to Speech Audio Articles made possible by Cast 11 Talking Glass Media. Prescott Valley receives first FIS settlement funds. Here's this week's Prescott News Roundup. Prescott Valley has secured its first payment of more than $168,000 from a national FIS contamination settlement. Over the coming months, the town expects to receive a total of $900,000 plus from this settlement to support groundwater testing and mitigation. The funds will help Prescott Valley continue its work to improve local drinking. water safety, addressing long-term contamination concerns. Local leaders emphasize that the settlement is an important step forward in ensuring residents have access to safe water while also providing

resources to meet future environmental needs. This marks a significant win for public health and community well-being in the region. New Neighborhood Services Director strengthens community ties. The town of Prescott Valley has appointed Tracy Lira as the New Neighborhood Services Director, a role dedicated to engaging with residents, overseeing community initiatives, and ensuring local voices are heard in municipal planning. Lira's leadership is expected to bolster neighborhood connections, enhance outreach, and improve municipal responsiveness. Town officials see her appointment as a commitment to building stronger, more engaged communities across Prescott Valley. Right-pointing finger emoji, Town of Prescott Valley News Release

Monsoon rains ease fire risk across Yavapai County. Munsoon storms swept through Yavapai County this past week, bringing more than an inch of rainfall to Prescott Valley and surrounding areas. White Spar Campground, Granite Basin, and other parts of the region reported totals ranging from 1.0 to 1.7 inches. These rains have significantly reduced local wildfire risks, offering much-needed relief during peak fire season. The Prescott Fire Department noted that the moisture has cooled vegetation and lowered

immediate threats across the Tri-City Area. Right-pointing finger emoji, Kika Weather Report. Arizona is still a top relocation destination. Arizona's reputation for growth and opportunity continues strong in 2025. The Grand Canyon State remains one of the nation's top relocation destinations, attracting movers from across the west and southwest. According to U-Hall's 2025 mid-year migration trends report, one-way moves into Arizona have stayed robust, keeping the state high on the list

for inbound migration. People are coming for jobs, affordability, and sunshine, and the trend shows no sign of slowing. Right-pointing finger emoji, U-Haul mid-year migration report. Prescott Library celebrates literacy and learning. September is National Library Card Signup Month, and Prescott Public Library is getting a head start on the celebration. The theme, One Card, Endless Possibilities, invites residents to sign up for a free library card and discover resources from books and e-books to books, research tools, and community programs. To make the month fun, the library is planning special events and promotions, highlighting how a single card can open doors to education, creativity, and opportunity. Right-pointing finger emoji, city of Prescott Library announcement.

Labor Day weekend, no road closures and local fun. Good news for holiday travelers, ADOT has announced no scheduled highway closures during the three-day Labor Day weekend. From Friday afternoon, August 29th through Monday night, September 1st, all state freeways will remain open with no full construction closures. For those staying local, Prescott Valley Town Center is rolling out food, entertainment, and family fun all weekend long. From pizza at roses and movies at Harkins to Arcade Games and Bowling at in the Game, the Town Center has something for everyone. Right pointing finger emoji, Town Center Event Guide Monsoon Weather Outlook Looking ahead, the monsoon pattern will continue into the weekend with scattered afternoon storms across Yavapai County.

Temperatures in Prescott and Prescott Valley are forecast to remain in the mid to upper 80s, cooling into the 60s at night. It's the perfect recipe for cozy evenings after summer showers, and a reminder of how vital monsoon rains are to the region's beauty and safety.