Coffee mugs and license plates sharing information about Navajo clans are gaining popularity. The local home-based online Navajo business, www.dinegifts.com, offers cups with the Navajo clan names in Navajo wording and English on the front, while the back has a brief story about the clan’s … [Read more...] about Navajo Business Promoting Culture through Coffee Mugs
United Way of Northern Arizona Celebrates Successful Campaign
Nearly 275 community partners joined United Way of Northern Arizona at today’s Annual Meeting and Recognition Event to celebrate a successful campaign and look forward to the coming year. Keynote Speaker Paul J. Luna, President and CEO of Helios Education Foundation emphasized the importance of … [Read more...] about United Way of Northern Arizona Celebrates Successful Campaign
When is the Best Time to Buy a Vehicle?
It has been a long recovery for the auto industry and 2015 represented the sixth year of overall U.S. sales growth since 2009. Manufacturers have recovered and their ability to forecast vehicle sales has improved as the economy becomes more stable. However, there are many factors at the manufacturer … [Read more...] about When is the Best Time to Buy a Vehicle?
Becoming Excellent
In some circles, the term “excellence” gets thrown around frequently, either explicitly or implied in phrases like “going to the next level.” Organizational gurus have penned dozens of views on what excellence means, and how to achieve it. (Anyone remember “In Search of Excellence?”) Excellence is a … [Read more...] about Becoming Excellent
Bitcoin: Currency of the Future?
A novelty digital payment method surfaced in January 2009 as the brainchild of a computer programmer identifying himself as Satoshi Nakamoto and christening his techno-currency Bitcoin (BTC). The prognosis for BTC as a mainstream currency has been shrouded as much in mystery as the identity of … [Read more...] about Bitcoin: Currency of the Future?
After 40 Years, HomCo Lumber & Hardware Keeps Improving
As HomCo Lumber & Hardware enters its 41st year in business, as the store owner, I am excited to tell the company’s story. My father started the company in 1975 on a little dirt lot in Phoenix. He named it ODDS-N-ENDS LUMBER. We opened the Flagstaff store in 1979 on four acres with a … [Read more...] about After 40 Years, HomCo Lumber & Hardware Keeps Improving
Whoa Nelly, National Park Service Celebrating 100 Years
Horses and mules of the Grand Canyon are kicking off the National Park Service Centennial. Last month, they made their first 2016 appearance by trotting through the Parade of Roses in Pasadena, California. “Our participation at the Tournament of Roses Parade televised our history and continued … [Read more...] about Whoa Nelly, National Park Service Celebrating 100 Years
How to Make Sure You’re Safely Getting Enough Vitamin D
Often, after recommending that patients protect themselves from the sun, I am asked, “Shouldn't I get sun exposure to get Vitamin D?” It's true that there has been concern that sunscreen use prevents the synthesis of vitamin D by the skin. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that is vital for … [Read more...] about How to Make Sure You’re Safely Getting Enough Vitamin D
‘Gently,’ ‘Wisely’ Philosophy Guiding Radiation Tests
As 2016 gets started, it’s a great time to remember the importance of family and friends and look ahead to setting new goals for living a happy and healthy life. The health care landscape in America has certainly changed over the last several years, with more changes and more uncertainly around … [Read more...] about ‘Gently,’ ‘Wisely’ Philosophy Guiding Radiation Tests
Searching for Water
Is Flagstaff in danger of running out of water in the near future? What about the Verde Valley area? “It depends on who you talk to, and about what kind of water resources,” said Erin Young, City of Flagstaff water resources manager. “We don’t have an issue with water for the City of … [Read more...] about Searching for Water