Trailer becomes Barbie’s Dream House on wheels for destination weddings It happened to her one too many times. Fortune Brandel, a stylist who specializes in weddings, found herself at a venue with two electric outlets and two hours to prepare 10 bridesmaids for a wedding. There had to be a … [Read more...] about Fortune Finds Opportunity in Mobile Bridal Suite
Need to Purchase Insurance Through the Marketplace?
As of Sunday, Nov. 1, individuals were able to begin enrolling in health insurance plans for 2016 through the Health Insurance Marketplace under the Affordable Care Act. Open enrollment dates are Nov.1 through Jan. 31, 2016. Those who do not enroll before Jan. 31 will not be able to enroll in a … [Read more...] about Need to Purchase Insurance Through the Marketplace?
City Council Drowning in Water Issues
We have started into a series of public meetings about our water rates and whether they need to be raised. That question has brought up many more questions. With houses, we charge more per gallon as you use more gallons. This is done to get you to conserve water. Should we also charge commercial … [Read more...] about City Council Drowning in Water Issues
Vista Hospice: New Name, Return to Mission
Northland Hospice and Palliative Care changed its name to Vista Hospice after a thoughtful and lengthy rebranding process. The name change has been confusing for some Flagstaff residents who thought that perhaps the local, well-known Northland Hospice was purchased by a larger, national … [Read more...] about Vista Hospice: New Name, Return to Mission
Apps Helping Northern Arizona Businesses Perform
Chances are that by now, you have a smartphone, tablet, laptop and/or computer. And, chances are you never leave home or go to work without one or more of them. While much attention is given to the coolest personal apps, the rise of business apps is a trend that cannot be overlooked. The number … [Read more...] about Apps Helping Northern Arizona Businesses Perform
Meteorologists, Ski Businesses, Tourism Industry, Locals Welcoming El Niño
If a collective focus can make it happen, the Northland is in for a snowy winter as outdoor sports enthusiasts and snow play operators look to the heavens with hope and expectation. But if not, there is always science. Meteorologists say a very strong El Niño is brewing and forecast to continue … [Read more...] about Meteorologists, Ski Businesses, Tourism Industry, Locals Welcoming El Niño
Basic Business Empowerment Program Revamped
One look at Flagstaff’s bustling downtown on each First Friday of the month, and I am reminded how small businesses contribute to personal wealth and job creation. Looking statewide, according to the latest U.S. Census data, small businesses in Arizona employed over two-fifths of the state’s private … [Read more...] about Basic Business Empowerment Program Revamped
Putting an End to High Blood Pressure
When people hear the term “high blood pressure,” most associate it with old age. However, this is not always the case. High blood pressure can occur at any age. According to the National Institutes of Health, 19 percent of young adults have high blood pressure. While high blood pressure is more … [Read more...] about Putting an End to High Blood Pressure
Walking the Walk in our STEM City
As hopefully most readers know, Flagstaff declared itself as America’s first STEM Community in 2012. STEM (the ubiquitous acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) is commonly discussed in our schools, in academia and in workforce development as a goal for literacy in the 21st Century. … [Read more...] about Walking the Walk in our STEM City
Speech-Language Pathologists Treating Stroke, Parkinson’s Patients
People who have neurological conditions – such as those caused by stroke and Parkinson’s disease – often have communication problems, including difficulties with swallowing and vocalizing. Because of their highly specialized training and experience, speech-language pathologists can work with these … [Read more...] about Speech-Language Pathologists Treating Stroke, Parkinson’s Patients