Alcohol is the most used addictive substance in the United States. Through promotion of alcohol in media, online and entertainment arenas, alcohol abuse has become a major issue across the country. Alcohol abuse becomes more severe as a person becomes dependent on it. Some side effects of alcohol … [Read more...] about Understanding the Signs of Alcohol Abuse
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Tips for a Firewise Garden
Unfortunately, wildfires have become a fact of life in Northern Arizona. This spring alone, more than 100 structures, including 30 homes, were lost during the Tunnel Fire. While our location here in the greater Flagstaff area is beautiful and most of us wouldn’t trade it for the world, we have to … [Read more...] about Tips for a Firewise Garden
Keep Calm and Keep Perspective
While the media has been sensationalizing all topics related to real estate starting to take a tumble on a national and state level, let’s take a look at the numbers and see what is happening from a local standpoint, versus the macro-overview. During the past year in Flagstaff, the median home … [Read more...] about Keep Calm and Keep Perspective
Aging Healthfully
There are many who have been searching for years for the fountain of youth or a magic pill to defy aging. It is inevitable that we are all getting older. It is key to encourage and promote healthy aging, improving stamina and enthusiasm for life by boosting your immune system, reducing fatigue, … [Read more...] about Aging Healthfully
What Are You Waiting For?
Summertime is Flagstaff’s busy real estate season, and what an exciting selling season it has been so far! There have been many interesting changes in the Flagstaff real estate market this year, and it seems to be evolving on an almost daily basis. Here are just a few examples: interest rates have … [Read more...] about What Are You Waiting For?
Are You a Hero?
Recent events at a mall in Indiana may have you asking yourself questions like, “Could I have been the hero in this event?” “What would I have done if I were there?” “What have I done to be prepared for the worst kind of human behavior?” On July 17, a deranged individual walked out of a shopping … [Read more...] about Are You a Hero?
Safety Tips for Older Adults During Summer Heat
Summer often means outdoor activities and time to relax in the sun. However, extra sunlight, high temperatures and humidity can come with additional health risks. While too much heat is dangerous at any age, as we get older, our bodies lose the ability to adequately respond to heat, according to the … [Read more...] about Safety Tips for Older Adults During Summer Heat
Considering Fires, Floods and Flagstaff’s Future
We have a couple of bonds that the city has placed on the ballot this November: Propositions 441 and 442. Prop 442 is a housing bond, but I really want to discuss our Prop 441, the Fire and Water Infrastructure Bond. I can’t emphasize enough the importance of this bond for Flagstaff’s future. It … [Read more...] about Considering Fires, Floods and Flagstaff’s Future
Community Service: A Boon for Back2Basics Residents, Flagstaff Community
Back2Basics Outdoor Adventure Recovery is proud to call Flagstaff our home, and when you live in a community, it is important to be a part of that community in a way that fulfills both you and the people around you with purpose. Community outreach via volunteer work has proven to be one of the best … [Read more...] about Community Service: A Boon for Back2Basics Residents, Flagstaff Community
Flagstaff 365.com is Best Guide for Events, Activities
Summer in Flagstaff is a spectacular season of fun in the sun, and Flagstaff365.com is the resource for what’s happening throughout the greater Flagstaff area in a comprehensive calendar of events. While online, click on the calendar icon at discoverflagstaff.com or go directly to flagstaff365.com … [Read more...] about Flagstaff 365.com is Best Guide for Events, Activities
