The chain of 19 islands that make up the Galapagos archipelago have been called “a priceless living laboratory.” The vast biodiversity of these islands that lie 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador is said to have inspired the theory of evolution. Now, a local organization is working to help … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Scientists Working to Control Galapagos Rat Population without Poison
Business
Learning Business Skills Early
You only have 3,484 packages left to sell to reach your goal of 3,500, and the annual Girls Scout Cookie drive has just begun. For Madisyn “Madi” Van Hemert, a 12th grader in Girl Scout Troop 212, these goals are exciting, achievable and educational. “After 12 years of scouts, I have learned … [Read more...] about Learning Business Skills Early
The Color Purple
Montagne Vue Lavender Farm sells lavender in many forms: soap, lip balm, foot balm, linen and room spray, body butter, body oil and culinary lavender. Montagne Vue, French for Mountain View, is family owned and operated in Chino Valley by Janet and Brett Hall, and their son, Carter. Janet said … [Read more...] about The Color Purple
Brightening Lives with Blooms
The beauty of flowers has a beguiling way of showing our love, gratitude or appreciation to our friends and loved ones and often are part of a celebration, be it for a birthday, wedding or Valentine’s Day. “Flowers change with the seasons and brighten our lives,” said Sutcliffe Floral and Floral … [Read more...] about Brightening Lives with Blooms
Solving Other People’s Problems
Business owners searching for solutions for cyber security, data storage, data backup and those computer problems that appear unexpectedly have found support from Team LogicIT. Super Tree Service’s owner Larry Phillips is all too familiar with computer issues that can pop up and has found a … [Read more...] about Solving Other People’s Problems
Mental Toughness is a Dance of Rituals, Rhythm and Rest
Tennis Pro Mark Frampton says when you’re a beginner, 90% of your focus is on the physical aspects of the game. But after your body has grasped the mechanics, most of your success shifts to the mind. “For top players, the game is 85% mental,” he said. Frampton, director of racquets at the north … [Read more...] about Mental Toughness is a Dance of Rituals, Rhythm and Rest
Super Snowpack for Snowsports and Vineyards
With one of the snowiest Januarys on record, causing closures to Flagstaff area schools and highways at times, city crews and residents have been busy plowing streets and shoveling sidewalks. Meanwhile, those in the snow business, along with ranchers and farmers, are happy to keep the snow and … [Read more...] about Super Snowpack for Snowsports and Vineyards
Inspector’s Auto Updates Logo with Nod to the Past
Inspector’s Auto Appearance will operate under a new, updated logo and brand identity that both pays homage to the past and reflects the company’s vision for the future. Since it was founded in 1988, Inspector’s Auto has grown in influence, and now operates two state-of-the-art shop locations … [Read more...] about Inspector’s Auto Updates Logo with Nod to the Past
Increasing Survival in Cases of Cardiac Arrest
Damar Hamlin’s traumatic collapse during a nationally televised NFL game stunned football fans and viewers. Four days later, doctors said the 24-year-old Buffalo Bills player was making a “remarkable recovery” from cardiac arrest. We learned that immediately after Hamlin’s collapse, trainers … [Read more...] about Increasing Survival in Cases of Cardiac Arrest
Knowing CPR for Pets
When Kate Klasen’s five-pound dog started choking one day, she knew the Heimlich Maneuver from teaching human CPR but didn’t know exactly how to apply it to her pet. While she was ultimately able to save her, she realized it wasn’t enough just to know the life-saving techniques that are applied to … [Read more...] about Knowing CPR for Pets