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🌱 What neighbors should know about a Level 3 offender in Prescott
Make time for Mayer Area Quail Run 4-H Club Open House on the Prescott Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:
- What neighbors should know about a Level 3 offender in Prescott
- How Prescott’s former police chief is now training tomorrow’s officers
Also on today's calendar: Mayer Area Quail Run 4-H Club Open House and 9 more events.
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And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Janet K.!
Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 69 and low of 35 degrees.
- Friday: Sunshine, temps: high: 70, low: 33.
- Saturday: Sunny, nice and warm, with a high of 67 and low of 36 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Level 3 Sex Offender Notification (dcourier.com) — Local law enforcement is alerting residents that a Level 3 (high-risk) registered sex offender has reported he will be living on E. Wagon Wheel Drive in Prescott. The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office emphasizes he is not currently wanted, but state law requires this community notification so neighbors can stay informed and take appropriate precautions.
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• How Jerald Monahan Shaped Arizona Public Safety (signalsaz.com) — A longtime public safety leader who once served as Prescott’s police chief is now shaping future officers through Yavapai College’s Administration of Justice Studies program and Justice Institute. Jerald Monahan’s career path, from Casa Grande officer to Prescott chief, highlights growing local training opportunities and strong demand for law enforcement jobs in Prescott and nearby communities.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Prescott
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★ Featured events ★
- Mayer Area Quail Run 4-H Club Open House
Cordes Lakes Public Library, 15989 S Cordes Lakes Dr, Cordes Lakes
5:00 pm - Wreaths across America
Prescott National Cemetery, 500 AZ-89, Prescott
11:00 am
Thursday December 11
Saturday December 13
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Other local events
- Christmas Ho-Ho-Hoedown at Touchmark at The Ranch
3180 Touchmark Blvd , Prescott
12:00 pm - Acker Night Scarf!
Fancy That , 124 S Granite St , Prescott
12:00 pm - Play & Connect
Prescott Public Library , 215 E Goodwin St , Prescott
3:00 pm - December Artisan and Craft Fair and K-9 Unit Fundraiser
3250 Gateway Blvd , Prescott
4:30 pm - Acker Night Musical Showcase
Prescott Chamber of Commerce , 117 W Goodwin St , Prescott
5:00 pm - 2025 Valley of Lights
Fain Park , 2200 N 5th St , Prescott Valley
6:00 pm - Winter Solstice Gathering
Natural History Institute , 126 N Marina St , Prescott
1:00 pm - Home for the Holidays
Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center at Yavapai College , 1100 E Sheldon St , Prescott
3:00 pm - 6th Annual Nutcracker Snow Globe Experience
Lessons by Lexe , 3250 Gateway Blvd , Prescott
6:00 pm - Pine Ridge Marketplace Holiday Artisan Market
Pine Ridge Marketplace , 3250 Gateway Blvd , Prescott
9:30 am
Friday December 12
Saturday December 13
Friday December 19
Saturday December 20
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- The Courthouse Lighting Ceremony was filled with lots of music, lots of lights, and lots of people.
This years ceremony began with a wonderful choral group, the Prescott High School Chamber Singers, and segued into holiday music with flair by the… (Nextdoor Idylwild Rd) - How the day went…First was the sunrise over the Bradshaws, then off to Dead Horse Ranch State Park.
Saw a Cooper’s Hawk, a Belted Kingfisher, and an American Coot. Plus some beautiful scenes. Then, an end of day view at Watson Lake! Tap for full… (Nextdoor Yavapai Hills)
- Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Team Member in Prescott. Apply here.
- Prescott Unified School District posted a job opening for Assistant Track and Field Coach (3 positions) in Prescott. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Prescott here.
🗞 Nearby News
Prescott Valley
- Open Tryouts for Pro Indoor Football in Prescott Valley (signalsaz.com)
- Artisan & Maker Holiday Markets (signalsaz.com)
Chino Valley
- Pet of the Week: Tapas (Chino Valley Animal Shelter) (dcourier.com)
Cottonwood
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