When it comes to spring cleaning, most of us think of purging clutter from our homes or getting out in the garden to clean up and get ready for the growing season. But I’d like to present a different spin on spring cleaning. What if you used springtime as the time to clean up the clutter around … [Read more...] about Spring Cleaning: A Different Take
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Outdoor Adventure Therapy: Treating Mental Health Issues that Lead to Addiction
Society can sometimes take a binary view on the way that we look at addiction. A person begins doing drugs and alcohol recreationally, which leads to overindulging in drugs or alcohol, which leads to addiction that requires treatment. However, as we continue to better understand mental health issues … [Read more...] about Outdoor Adventure Therapy: Treating Mental Health Issues that Lead to Addiction
Understanding the Total Package of Hearing Aid Purchases
When a person purchases hearing aids, they are making an investment in their lifestyle. Hearing aids are able to expand friendships, close relationships and even the non-social activities you engage in. I have been told by many patients hearing aids changed their life! Musicians are amazed that they … [Read more...] about Understanding the Total Package of Hearing Aid Purchases
Retiring CCC President Says She Will Miss Commencements
I am proud that I have never missed a commencement in my 41 years of working for community college students. I was so disappointed that during the height of the pandemic we had to hold two of our ceremonies in a virtual format, and I am thrilled that we are all planning to be together in person for … [Read more...] about Retiring CCC President Says She Will Miss Commencements
Considering an Investment in Off-Campus Housing
While Flagstaff is known for its beauty and close community, it is widely known as a college town because of Northern Arizona University. There are several student housing complexes near the university. All of the student housing complexes have been leasing since October 2021 for the 2022-2023 … [Read more...] about Considering an Investment in Off-Campus Housing
Are You Safe?
On the afternoon of Easter Sunday, the Tunnel Fire was first reported. It was a small fire of less than one acre, and after about four hours of work, the National Forest Service reported it was out. Two days later, driven by 50 mile-per-hour winds, the smoldering Tunnel Fire reignited. Being less … [Read more...] about Are You Safe?
Vegetable Gardening at High Altitudes
There are amazing benefits to living at high altitude in Northern Arizona – four seasons, great mountain scenery, extremely clean air – but truth be told, it can be a challenge for gardeners. Challenging, but not impossible. All it requires is a little planning, a little patience, and a few … [Read more...] about Vegetable Gardening at High Altitudes
Realtor Lori Anna Harrison Honored as Nation’s Fastest Growing Agent
Zion Realty Flagstaff Area Manager Lori Anna Harrison has been honored with the National Fastest Growing Agent Award from Homesnap, the company that built the industry’s top-rated real estate app. The award recognizes Harrison as the fastest growing sales agent out of more than a million agents … [Read more...] about Realtor Lori Anna Harrison Honored as Nation’s Fastest Growing Agent
Arizona Ranks Highest for New Cases of Syphilis
It is springtime everyone! Yes, the birds and bees are humming and buzzing around us. Here in Yavapai County, the waves of yellow and green pollen are floating gracefully through the air. Pollen is tree sperm, which is why it is so sticky and effective with pollination. Love, or lust, with mammals … [Read more...] about Arizona Ranks Highest for New Cases of Syphilis
Addressing Social Conditions to Improve Health for All
When we exercise, eat the right foods, get enough sleep and have a positive attitude, we’re on the path to healthy living. But research tells us that much more influences health and well-being. Where we are born, live, study, work and play, as well as our age, can affect our health, functioning … [Read more...] about Addressing Social Conditions to Improve Health for All