For decades, retired physician and cattle rancher George Yard and his wife, Sharon, a nurse, have impacted the medical, educational and agricultural fields of both Yavapai and Coconino Counties, directly and indirectly. Though both had their primary careers in hospital medicine in Coconino … [Read more...] about Country Doctor Celebrates a Lifetime of Memories in Northern Arizona
Local First Arizona Launches Small Business Relief Fund
As Congress passes a federal pandemic relief package, Local First Arizona is launching a new initiative that will provide immediate financial relief to Arizona’s microenterprises with mini-grants to cover costs like employee payroll and rent. In a news release, the organization states, “immediate … [Read more...] about Local First Arizona Launches Small Business Relief Fund
Huppy Bars Send River Runner on an Entrepreneurial Adventure
Marathon hours of river running and hiking in the Grand Canyon can stir up more than just endorphins. For field biologist and outdoorswoman Lyndsay Hupp, sweltering heat and canyon sweat inspired her to create a nutrition bar that is making a lot of people happy. The epiphany for nutritional fuel … [Read more...] about Huppy Bars Send River Runner on an Entrepreneurial Adventure
Arts, Science Excellence in Flagstaff’s DNA
Local stars in arts and science were shining brightly during the 2020 Viola Awards, Saturday, March 7, at the High Country Conference Center. Nine awards were presented, plus two Legacy Awards, which honored biologist Paul Keim and artist Shonto Begay. “It was a wonderful surprise!” said Keim, … [Read more...] about Arts, Science Excellence in Flagstaff’s DNA
Filmmaker Hoping to Attract Native American Actors
Filmmaker Travis Hamilton said he is always keeping his eyes open for ideas for new projects. His latest was conceived while visiting a Los Angeles beach. He said he saw an older woman with her husband as she was being pushed along the pier in a wheelchair. “They looked so happy to be at the … [Read more...] about Filmmaker Hoping to Attract Native American Actors
Snowbowl Preparing for Arizona’s First Combination Lift
After a 12-month environmental assessment process, Coconino National Forest approved the replacement of Arizona Snowbowl’s Agassiz Chairlift. Approval couldn’t come at a better time. Amid challenges with the Agassiz Lift this season, Arizona Snowbowl announced the authorization and that they would … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Preparing for Arizona’s First Combination Lift
Massage 101: Choosing the Right Massage and Add-On Therapies
Massage therapy encompasses many different techniques, styles and personalized options, which can vary from appointment to appointment. Few things allow us to individualize an experience for the moment like massage therapy does. In the winter, deep tissue for aching muscles from snow shoveling … [Read more...] about Massage 101: Choosing the Right Massage and Add-On Therapies
Travel ID Deadline Postponed
Air travelers are getting a reprieve from the urgency to obtain their Real ID. The original deadline has been moved from Oct. 1, 2020, to a full year later, Oct. 1, 2021, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) encourages MVD customers to … [Read more...] about Travel ID Deadline Postponed
President Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration For Arizona
Governor Doug Ducey today announced that President Trump in coordination with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today approved Arizona’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for the state. The declaration makes available additional federal assets and resources to aid … [Read more...] about President Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration For Arizona
Western Heritage Center Becoming Popular Destination
In less than six months, the Western Heritage Center (WHC) located in downtown historic Whiskey Row has become a popular destination attracting visitors from throughout Arizona, the Southwest and the nation. Most visitors are from the U.S., with many from California. Dennis Gallagher, owner … [Read more...] about Western Heritage Center Becoming Popular Destination