“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” said Benjamin Franklin – and looking at our weather forecasts, this seems good advice for the winter. It is probably always good advice for winter, but this year, the National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting a wetter than normal winter … [Read more...] about Preparedness is Key to Surviving an El Niño Winter
NAU Business Dean: A Plea for Civility
Unfollow (an odd word to anyone not familiar with social networks) means to no longer be notified of someone’s status updates. Recently, I seem to be on a bit of an “unfollow” tear on Facebook. Essentially, unfollowing someone is a kinder, gentler version of unfriending (another new word) someone. … [Read more...] about NAU Business Dean: A Plea for Civility
Couple Encouraging Horseplay
Finally, a holiday toy for your horse Horsing around with America’s favorite pastime yields home runs for thousands of equines worldwide as owners push playing ball with Equi-Spirit Toys & Tools from Prescott to fortify their animals’ minds, bodies and spirits. One horse lover, Tamra, … [Read more...] about Couple Encouraging Horseplay
Goodwill Changing Lives Through Employment
For Alain Carrera, Goodwill may mean Good Jobs. Carrera, his wife, Josefina, and their three children, came to Arizona from California, where he worked in a warehouse. He had a two-hour commute each way to get to work and knew things had to change. He had some experience as a handyman, and a … [Read more...] about Goodwill Changing Lives Through Employment
Surviving the Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One
The holidays are here and although they can be a time of joy, they also can be a time of sorrow, remembering those who are no longer with us. Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deep and difficult challenge at any time. But the holiday season can magnify the loss and mourning. Many face the … [Read more...] about Surviving the Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One
Working Cats
Girlie, a fluffy calico cat, has a great new home, complete with a stunning view of the San Francisco Peaks. Her bed is comfy, too, and is located by the desk in the office of Lynne Nemeth, executive director of The Arboretum at Flagstaff. Along with her relative, Cleo, they are on 24-hour rodent … [Read more...] about Working Cats
Navajo Code Talker Wants to Go Home for Christmas
Dan Akee, one of the last Navajo Code Talkers, wants to go home for Christmas. The house that he built in the 1960s has been vacant and uninhabitable for years. When Red Feather Development Group of Flagstaff learned of the war hero’s wish, they set out to do something about it. “All I want to do … [Read more...] about Navajo Code Talker Wants to Go Home for Christmas
Nordic Center Opening Friday
As the snow is coming down in Arizona’s Northland, Nordic Center crews are preparing the 30 miles of trails for holiday outdoor fun. The ski area is set to be open every day for snow sports from Friday, Dec. 18 through Sunday, Jan. 3, offering cross-country skiing, snow biking, skate skiing and … [Read more...] about Nordic Center Opening Friday
County Offering Business Empowerment Program
Coconino County Community Services will begin entrepreneur classes January 5, 2016 to assist future small business owners. The Community Services Basic Business Empowerment Program is a training program to help emerging entrepreneurs start new ventures and provide growth tools for small businesses. … [Read more...] about County Offering Business Empowerment Program
Sharing the Watershed Wealth
Arizona residents can “share the wealth” thanks to a program by the Oak Creek Watershed Council (OCWC) and funding from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. The web-based Manure Share Program has given a whole new definition to the old-school notion of sharing with your neighbors. … [Read more...] about Sharing the Watershed Wealth