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F1RST2KNOW is your go-to local update for everything happening in Prescott, Prescott Valley, Dewey, and Chino Valley.
This week on F1RST2KNOW, Elicia and Jess discuss the growing child care shortage and its impact on the workforce and economic growth. Then we highlight exciting upcoming events like the Grand Canyon Regional Rodeo Finals and Golf & Glow night. Stay informed, stay local, and never miss what’s happening in Prescott, Prescott Valley, and beyond.
Regional Leaders Unite Over Child Care in Yavapai County
Friday, April 24th, from 9-11 at Grace Church in Chino Valley
First Things First – Yavapai, in partnership with Prescott Area Association of REALTORS® (PAAR), GRyT, and the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, will host a strategic regional conversation focused on one of the most pressing challenges facing Yavapai County: access to child care and its direct impact on workforce participation and economic growth.
To register, visit eventbrite.com/e/child-care
Grand Canyon Regional Finals
Thursday, April 23rd to Saturday, April 25th at 6 pm at the Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo Grounds
Watch as college students compete head-to-head to see who will qualify for the CNFR in June.
For tickets, visit rodeoticket.com/rodeos/
Golf N’ Glow
Friday, April 24th, from 7 pm to 10 pm at In the Game in Prescott Valley
Glowing Mini golf, live DJ, and dance floor!
For more information, visit Inthegame.net
Off-Road Rally and Fundraiser Heads to Chino Valley
Mark your calendar for a day of off-road excitement, live music, and community fun at the Off-Road Rally and Fundraiser on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at El Charro Norte in Chino Valley. Hosted by Trails 4 Tatas, this family-friendly event begins at 11 a.m. and brings together off-road enthusiasts and locals for a great cause.
Summer Concert Series Kickoff with Sedona RED
Friday, May 15th, doors open at 5:30 pm at the Prescott Valley Town Center turf park across from In the Game. This is a free event brought to you by the Fain Family Foundation
For more information, visit Fainsignaturegroup.com
100 Men Who Care
Wednesday, May 20th, at 6 pm (doors open at 5), at the Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo Grounds. Presenting Non-Profits are the Sharlott Hall Museum, Prescott Frontier Days Foundation, Museum of Indigenous people, and Western Heritage Center.
To register, visit 100menwhocareyc.com/events
9th Annual Dinner for Hope – Fundraising Event
Saturday, May 30th, from 5 pm to 9 pm at the Connection Room in Cottonwood. Join Steps to Recovery Homes for an uplifting evening blending purpose with celebration. Featuring a delicious meal, live entertainment, inspiring stories of recovery, raffles, auctions, and community connections
For tickets, visit stepstorecoveryhomes.org/dinner-for-hope
