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Associated Press
11-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Stonehenge Signs Inc. Celebrates Over 45 Years of Craftsmanship, Culture, and Evolution
07/09/2025, Quincy, California // PRODIGY: Feature Story // Stonehenge Signs Inc., a premier artisan signage and public art company, commemorates 47 years of creating timeless works that combine artistry, durability, and nature. Since its founding in 1978, the company has grown from a small wood sign shop into a nationally recognized producer of monumental stone installations that embody legacy and permanence. 'Reaching nearly five decades in this space reflects what we've built and where we're headed,' says Bill Jacks, CEO of Stonehenge Signs. 'When I look at what we're doing today, I don't just see stonework or signage. I see our contribution to a lineage of human creativity that dates back thousands of years. Our mission now is to carry that ancient spirit forward into the future, city by city, stone by stone.' Stonehenge Signs began in 1978 under the vision of its founder, Walter Methner. Originally named Sandstorm Signs, the company specialized in hand-carved redwood signage. These pieces were widely admired for their natural beauty and quickly found a niche market among golf courses and residential communities across California and Nevada. However, as the company's clientele grew and projects extended into more demanding environments such as the dry, sun-baked landscapes of Las Vegas, it became clear that wood, though beautiful, required maintenance and had limitations. This realization led to a much-needed pivot. Stonehenge Signs began shifting from wood to natural stone, an evolution that would redefine the company's identity. By 2004, with the acquisition of a mountain facility near Butterfly Valley and a growing reputation for stonework, the company officially rebranded as Stonehenge Signs. Now, the company is known for its intricately carved sandstone entry monuments, polished granite yardage markers, civic wayfinding systems, and massive boulder installations adorned with symbolic engravings, to name a few. The company stands out for operating with the philosophy that what's carved in stone is the epitome of forever. It works exclusively with natural, high-quality US stone granite, sandstone, and native rock, straying away from the fragile or synthetic materials that dominate much of today's signage industry. This means Stonehenge Signs' stone creations are weatherproof, maintenance-free, and can last thousands of years. Under the artistic and operational leadership of Jacks, who joined in 2007 and became CEO in 2015, Stonehenge Signs has expanded its capabilities and vision. Jacks, a lifelong artist with deep respect for tribal heritage and Celtic mysticism, brought a renewed focus to the creative direction of the company. His approach draws inspiration from ancient European cultures, viewing stone as a medium to connect the past and the future. With the ability to see artistic potential and engineering feasibility, Jacks has guided Stonehenge Signs from producing high-quality signage to developing bespoke stone art installations. As clients requested more customized logos and motifs, the company began experimenting with direct stone carving. The results were more efficient, more beautiful, and far more durable. This opened the door to a new direction of creating large-scale, custom artwork that fuses function with form. Stonehenge Signs can ship monumental pieces across states, with a facility built to accommodate stones weighing up to 80,000 pounds and a direct rail line for freight transport. 'Now, the dream is to create landmark-scale stone art installations that elevate city centers and public parks, pieces that will stand as cultural icons for generations,' Jacks says. As Stonehenge Signs celebrates its 47th anniversary, Jacks emphasizes how he values crafting legacies. His journey began under the guidance of a mentor who had previously been shaped by Methner's leadership, carrying forward both the talent and vision that was initially inspired by the founder. That lineage now fuels Jacks' desire to contribute meaningful, lasting beauty to the world. 'It's an honor to carry this torch,' Jacks says. 'We're creating work that will outlive us all.' Media Contact Name: Bill Jacks Email: [email protected] Source published by Submit Press Release >> Stonehenge Signs Inc. Celebrates Over 45 Years of Craftsmanship, Culture, and Evolution
The Advertiser
03-07-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
'Let me drink from that cup': Walters has last request
Retiring veteran Michael Walters reckons Fremantle can win the AFL flag as early as this year and he's made his teammates promise to let him be part of the premiership celebrations. Walters fought back tears on Thursday when he fronted the player group to inform them of his retirement, effective immediately, due to an ongoing knee injury. It brings an end to a glittering 239-game AFL career that featured 365 goals and countless highlights. The 34-year-old underwent knee surgery during the summer, made it back to appear for the Indigenous All Stars and a Dockers pre-season match, before being sidelined again. Walters made his comeback on limited minutes via the WAFL last month, but the writing was on the wall when he pulled up sore from that match and was unable to back it up. "I never left a stone unturned, I tried to return and play again at the top level and it just didn't work out." Fremantle (10-5) sit just half a game adrift of second spot, putting them in a strong position to challenge for this year's flag. "I reckon they can go all the way if they stay in the moment," Walters told the media on Thursday afternoon. "This group is a mature group, they've got the right coaching staff and everyone around them, with the right leaders." Earlier in the day, Walters let his emotions flow as he addressed his teammates - and he used the moment to ask them for one final favour. "It's been a hard year for myself personally," a tearful Walters said. "But you guys made it so much easier. I'm going to miss the coffee yarns, just the hanging out and FaceTime calls. "I've been around the game a long time, and I'm going to miss that the most - hanging out with you guys each and every day. "I want you guys to promise me one thing. When you do win that premiership, let me drink a can of Jacks (Jack Daniel's) out of that cup." With Walters' future now determined, more attention will turn to fellow veteran Nat Fyfe. Fyfe, who also underwent knee surgery over the summer, missed the start of the season with a hamstring injury. The 33-year-old made a successful comeback last month, but he will now miss the next two to four weeks after injuring his calf while warming up as the sub during last week's 12-point win over St Kilda. Walters, selected with pick No.53 in the 2008 national draft, won Fremantle's goalkicking award across five separate seasons and will go down as one of the club's best ever forwards. Retiring veteran Michael Walters reckons Fremantle can win the AFL flag as early as this year and he's made his teammates promise to let him be part of the premiership celebrations. Walters fought back tears on Thursday when he fronted the player group to inform them of his retirement, effective immediately, due to an ongoing knee injury. It brings an end to a glittering 239-game AFL career that featured 365 goals and countless highlights. The 34-year-old underwent knee surgery during the summer, made it back to appear for the Indigenous All Stars and a Dockers pre-season match, before being sidelined again. Walters made his comeback on limited minutes via the WAFL last month, but the writing was on the wall when he pulled up sore from that match and was unable to back it up. "I never left a stone unturned, I tried to return and play again at the top level and it just didn't work out." Fremantle (10-5) sit just half a game adrift of second spot, putting them in a strong position to challenge for this year's flag. "I reckon they can go all the way if they stay in the moment," Walters told the media on Thursday afternoon. "This group is a mature group, they've got the right coaching staff and everyone around them, with the right leaders." Earlier in the day, Walters let his emotions flow as he addressed his teammates - and he used the moment to ask them for one final favour. "It's been a hard year for myself personally," a tearful Walters said. "But you guys made it so much easier. I'm going to miss the coffee yarns, just the hanging out and FaceTime calls. "I've been around the game a long time, and I'm going to miss that the most - hanging out with you guys each and every day. "I want you guys to promise me one thing. When you do win that premiership, let me drink a can of Jacks (Jack Daniel's) out of that cup." With Walters' future now determined, more attention will turn to fellow veteran Nat Fyfe. Fyfe, who also underwent knee surgery over the summer, missed the start of the season with a hamstring injury. The 33-year-old made a successful comeback last month, but he will now miss the next two to four weeks after injuring his calf while warming up as the sub during last week's 12-point win over St Kilda. Walters, selected with pick No.53 in the 2008 national draft, won Fremantle's goalkicking award across five separate seasons and will go down as one of the club's best ever forwards. Retiring veteran Michael Walters reckons Fremantle can win the AFL flag as early as this year and he's made his teammates promise to let him be part of the premiership celebrations. Walters fought back tears on Thursday when he fronted the player group to inform them of his retirement, effective immediately, due to an ongoing knee injury. It brings an end to a glittering 239-game AFL career that featured 365 goals and countless highlights. The 34-year-old underwent knee surgery during the summer, made it back to appear for the Indigenous All Stars and a Dockers pre-season match, before being sidelined again. Walters made his comeback on limited minutes via the WAFL last month, but the writing was on the wall when he pulled up sore from that match and was unable to back it up. "I never left a stone unturned, I tried to return and play again at the top level and it just didn't work out." Fremantle (10-5) sit just half a game adrift of second spot, putting them in a strong position to challenge for this year's flag. "I reckon they can go all the way if they stay in the moment," Walters told the media on Thursday afternoon. "This group is a mature group, they've got the right coaching staff and everyone around them, with the right leaders." Earlier in the day, Walters let his emotions flow as he addressed his teammates - and he used the moment to ask them for one final favour. "It's been a hard year for myself personally," a tearful Walters said. "But you guys made it so much easier. I'm going to miss the coffee yarns, just the hanging out and FaceTime calls. "I've been around the game a long time, and I'm going to miss that the most - hanging out with you guys each and every day. "I want you guys to promise me one thing. When you do win that premiership, let me drink a can of Jacks (Jack Daniel's) out of that cup." With Walters' future now determined, more attention will turn to fellow veteran Nat Fyfe. Fyfe, who also underwent knee surgery over the summer, missed the start of the season with a hamstring injury. The 33-year-old made a successful comeback last month, but he will now miss the next two to four weeks after injuring his calf while warming up as the sub during last week's 12-point win over St Kilda. Walters, selected with pick No.53 in the 2008 national draft, won Fremantle's goalkicking award across five separate seasons and will go down as one of the club's best ever forwards.
West Australian
03-07-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Fremantle Dockers veteran Michael Walters reduces teammates to tears in retirement speech
An emotional Michael Walters delivered a tear-filled speech as he informed his Fremantle teammates his AFL journey was over after 17 seasons. In heartfelt vision released by the Dockers after the veteran's retirement announcement on Thursday, Walters was a torrent of emotion as he addressed the playing group. His speech didn't leave a dry eye in the house. 'It's been a hard year for myself personally, but you guys don't realise how much of an impact you've had on me throughout this period,' he told the group. 'It's been f****** hard, but you guys made it so much easier. I just woke up and enjoyed coming in to spend time with you guys. I'm going to miss the coffee yarns. 'I'm only up the road, and I'm there anytime you need me.' Walters even had a joke for recruit Shai Bolton, who has become the leader of Fremantle's smalls brigade in attack while the veteran has been injured. 'Shai, make sure you look after them because if not, I'll catch ya,' he said to laughter. Walters ends his time in the AFL with 239 games and 365 goals, all for Fremantle after being drafted by the club in 2008. 'I've always wanted to be a one-club player,' he said. 'Drafted at 17 to the Fremantle Dockers, staying home with my friends and family was the best thing for me, and opportunities to leave were there, but I love this club. 'I was always going to give my all to this club that drafted me.' Walters didn't leave before securing a special promise from his teammates, one they will be all too keen to achieve as soon as possible. 'I want you guys to promise me one thing: that when you do win that premiership, let me drink a can of Jacks out of that cup,' he said.
Perth Now
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Walters reduces Dockers to tears in farewell speech
Is there a path back for injured Dockers veteran Nat Fyfe in 2025? An emotional Michael Walters delivered a tear-filled speech as he informed his Fremantle teammates his AFL journey was over after 17 seasons. In heartfelt vision released by the Dockers after the veteran's retirement announcement on Thursday, Walters was a torrent of emotion as he addressed the playing group. His speech didn't leave a dry eye in the house. 'It's been a hard year for myself personally, but you guys don't realise how much of an impact you've had on me throughout this period,' he told the group. 'It's been f****** hard, but you guys made it so much easier. I just woke up and enjoyed coming in to spend time with you guys. I'm going to miss the coffee yarns. 'I'm only up the road, and I'm there anytime you need me.' Walters even had a joke for recruit Shai Bolton, who has become the leader of Fremantle's smalls brigade in attack while the veteran has been injured. 'Shai, make sure you look after them because if not, I'll catch ya,' he said to laughter. Walters ends his time in the AFL with 239 games and 365 goals, all for Fremantle after being drafted by the club in 2008. 'I've always wanted to be a one-club player,' he said. 'Drafted at 17 to the Fremantle Dockers, staying home with my friends and family was the best thing for me, and opportunities to leave were there, but I love this club. 'I was always going to give my all to this club that drafted me.' Walters didn't leave before securing a special promise from his teammates, one they will be all too keen to achieve as soon as possible. 'I want you guys to promise me one thing: that when you do win that premiership, let me drink a can of Jacks out of that cup,' he said.
NDTV
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: This Is One Of The World's Prettiest McDonald's Outlets, Located In Antigua Guatemala
Fast food chains are usually all about convenience, consistency and common features. Their focus is on delivering orders quickly rather than creating a beautiful ambience - and customers are aware of this and take advantage of the same. But there are some exceptions to this rule. Case in point: a McDonald's outlet located in Antigua Guatemala, which is considered one of the prettiest in the world. A recent reel offering a mini virtual tour of the establishment has gone viral, sparking many conversations. It was posted by digital creators Jocelyn Quetzaly and Jacks (@jxcksss). Also Read: This McDonald's Outlet In New Zealand Is Shaped Like An Airplane The video begins by showing us the exterior of the restaurant, and it appears to be nothing special. However, as soon as the vloggers step inside, we realise that there is definitely something unique about this McDonald's. It seems to be housed in a colonial-style building, and elements of this architectural style are seen reflected in the space. The lighting is cosy and aesthetic - a far cry from the harsh lighting usually found at fast food chains. The vloggers point out that the menu has local dishes and special offerings they have not seen at other McDonald's outlets. Although the restaurant has historical charm, it is equipped with modern amenities just like other outlets. There are self-service kiosks as well as a separate section dedicated to McCafe. The vloggers later walk to the other side of the restaurant, and we get a glimpse of its serene courtyard setting. There are fountains, flowers, and seating areas under trees. The duo in the reel are left amazed. Although not visible in this particular video, this outlet is reportedly also famous because it offers views of the Agua volcano. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jocelyn Quetzaly (@jocezaly) Here's how some Instagram users reacted to the viral video: "It really is the prettiest McDonald's." "It's so beautiful, omg." "This was dope, THANK YOU for sharing this. Will be adding it to my future travel list." "I don't eat McDonald's, but I will definitely eat at this one." "McDonald's looking like a restaurant in a fancy resort is wild." "You know what's beautiful also, eating pepian on a sidewalk made by a local..." "It's beautiful, but I keep wondering what it was that it displaced? What was there before the area got gentrified?" " McDonald's is pretty nice too." "The PRETTIEST McDonald's I've seen was in Hale'iwa, Oahu, Hawaii, omg. Tropical old school McDonald's out of a dream." "Dude, you need to visit the Imperial McDonald's in Porto, then we can talk about who's the prettiest." "The hate you are getting on this video is ridiculous. Nothing wrong with going to McDonald's. Enjoy the visit." As some people hinted in the comments, different McDonald's outlets across the globe have been called the prettiest. Another famous one is located at the Nyugati Railway Station in Budapest. Click here to read more about it.
