There can be a tendency with gardeners to plant in isolated “zones” – e.g., here’s where my spring bulb plants are, there’s my collection of roses, that bed is for my annuals. It’s understandable to focus on specific areas, but there are some great rewards to be had if you step back and look at … [Read more...] about Creating Layered Landscapes
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How Much is Your Business Worth?
Estimating the fair market value of a business is part art and part science. For the purposes of this article, we are discussing “Small Businesses.” Small businesses are generally considered to be businesses that are independently owned and operated, organized for profit, and are not dominant in … [Read more...] about How Much is Your Business Worth?
Was the Hub Stopped?
You are going to see a major apartment building under construction this summer behind Granny's Closet. You may think (because of a well-publicized campaign to "Stop the Hub") that the City Council voted that down. Well, you would be right and wrong, and this all has to do with zoning codes. The … [Read more...] about Was the Hub Stopped?
Spoil Your Mother this Mother’s Day
A mother holds a special place in a child’s heart. Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to dedicate an entire day to expressing the love and appreciation people feel for their mom. This year, Mother’s Day is May 8, so start planning now to ensure mom gets the day she deserves. Moms don’t … [Read more...] about Spoil Your Mother this Mother’s Day
What is Your Real Estate Agent Doing Behind Closed Doors?
Do you ever wonder what your real estate agent is doing for you while his or her sign is posted in your front yard? Or maybe you ask yourself how much is my realtor helping with the largest purchase I’ll likely make in my lifetime? And what’s that six percent commission really buying me? The … [Read more...] about What is Your Real Estate Agent Doing Behind Closed Doors?
Mud Club Cultivating Future Gardeners
How do you grow a future gardener? How do you open a child’s eyes to the wonders of bringing a flower, plant or tree to thriving life? How do you encourage them to be good stewards of the Earth? At Warner’s Nursery, the answer to those questions is “mud.” Not just the messy, soft, wet earth … [Read more...] about Mud Club Cultivating Future Gardeners
Exchange Pub Honors Early Telephone Service
While the Weatherford Hotel continues to undergo restoration work that will restore the high ceiling to the lobby, add hotel rooms, including one on the main floor, and fortify the century-old building, patrons can continue to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner, entering through the Exchange Pub on … [Read more...] about Exchange Pub Honors Early Telephone Service
Four Things Retirees Can Learn About Retirement from Peyton Manning
After 18 years in the National Football League, the Denver Broncos star quarterback, Peyton Manning, is calling it quits after a very successful career. We wish him well and hope that he’s made the preparations needed to enjoy a long, comfortable retirement. If he has, he’ll be in the minority. … [Read more...] about Four Things Retirees Can Learn About Retirement from Peyton Manning
NAU Working as Catalyst for Region’s Many Interests
What is the role of a public university in today’s business world? In the community? Questions like these come up often when I visit with representatives in the private sector and with community leaders who are active in- and-outside of economic development. But as there are multiple business worlds … [Read more...] about NAU Working as Catalyst for Region’s Many Interests
Coconino County Celebrating 125 Years
Every now and then it is good to pause, look back and reflect on how far we’ve come – as we did recently when we kicked off Coconino County’s 125th anniversary year of celebration. Last month, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors and the County Manager’s Office had a special presentation that … [Read more...] about Coconino County Celebrating 125 Years