Expert economists have struggled all year to call how the Federal Reserve Board will manage the inflation crisis and subsequently, how markets will then react. This has led the current rate predictions to be very conservative and very diverse among economists, with two camps emerging. There is a … [Read more...] about Three Predictions for the 2024 Home Buying Market
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Collaborative Efforts Underway to Keep Flagstaff Safe from Wildfire, Floods
Hot and dry weather renews our concerns about destructive wildland fires. They can start in an instant and our strong winds can quickly cause them to grow, sometimes taking them out of the control of our firefighters. What’s being done to protect our community and ensure that fire in the … [Read more...] about Collaborative Efforts Underway to Keep Flagstaff Safe from Wildfire, Floods
Responses for Common Questions, Comments Heard at Timberline Firearms
Working at Timberline Firearms, we see a lot of interpersonal dynamics and we get a lot of great questions. Here are some of the questions and comments we hear and overhear at the gun store. 1) I’d like to buy my wife a small firearm because she has small hands. What do you recommend to make it … [Read more...] about Responses for Common Questions, Comments Heard at Timberline Firearms
Returning to Activity after Total Joint Replacement
The goals of total hip or knee replacement are to relieve pain from arthritis, improve physical function and improve quality of life. A reasonable expectation is to be able to walk and perform activities of daily living without pain. However, patients who were very active before they developed … [Read more...] about Returning to Activity after Total Joint Replacement
Putting a Stop to Human Trafficking
The City of Flagstaff has signed onto a statewide effort to combat human trafficking. We’ve been working locally with Northland Family Help Center (NFHC) and with the statewide Arizona Anti-Trafficking Network (AATN) and its Cities Empowered Against Sexual Exploitation (CEASE) program. It’s … [Read more...] about Putting a Stop to Human Trafficking
Boost Your Immune System with Hydrotherapy You Can Do at Home
Hydrotherapy has been used in ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt, and has been utilized for its therapeutic benefits in the United States since the 1800s. Hydrotherapy consists of using various temperatures, pressures and forms of water for health benefits such as reducing pain and inflammation and … [Read more...] about Boost Your Immune System with Hydrotherapy You Can Do at Home
Strategies to Improve Communication
One inevitable side effect of hearing loss is increased difficulty communicating with others. Specifically, the person with hearing loss will often not hear, or will misunderstand, what someone has said. Sometimes the misunderstanding can be humorous. More often, though, it is frustrating and … [Read more...] about Strategies to Improve Communication
NAU Launches College of Medicine to Address State’s Physician Shortage
NAU is taking a new step in our university’s journey to educate and serve the people of this region and the entire state of Arizona with the recent launch of NAU Health. NAU Health, a forward-thinking initiative aimed at improving health outcomes for all Arizonans, particularly those in rural, … [Read more...] about NAU Launches College of Medicine to Address State’s Physician Shortage
Industry Shifts Providing More Support for Multi-Family and Multi-Generational Housing
There are not enough homes available to meet the demand of the population needing housing. Our very own City of Flagstaff has identified this and considered it an emergency. Their 10-year plan, announced in 2022, includes the goal to create or preserve 7,976 housing units by 2031. With our … [Read more...] about Industry Shifts Providing More Support for Multi-Family and Multi-Generational Housing
Checking the Snow-ometer: Your Key to Winter Wonderland Adventures in Flagstaff
Whether you’re a seasoned resident or a first-time visitor, there’s a fun gadget that will add a touch of magic to your winter plans – Discover Flagstaff’s Snow-ometer. Flagstaff’s Snow-ometer is your one-stop shop for planning perfect snow-play days in and around town. This new “ometer” provides … [Read more...] about Checking the Snow-ometer: Your Key to Winter Wonderland Adventures in Flagstaff