Flagstaff’s food scene is heavily influenced by Southwestern cuisine, thanks to its location in Arizona. Local restaurants take pride in showcasing regional flavors. You’ll find delectable dishes like chili rellenos, Navajo tacos and prickly pear margaritas on many menus. These dishes are so unique … [Read more...] about Flagstaff’s Culinary Delights: A Local’s Guide to the Food Scene
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Managing Risk in Your Life
Every action we take in our lives includes an element of risk. Both consciously and subconsciously, we constantly evaluate those risks and then modify our behavior. The result is a risk level that we as individuals are comfortable with. Daily activities as simple as crossing a street are … [Read more...] about Managing Risk in Your Life
How Outpatient Total Joint Replacement has Improved
In the year 2000, the average length of hospital stay for hip and knee replacement patients in the United States was more than four days. By 2014, that number had halved to just over two days. This trend toward shorter lengths of stay ultimately resulted in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid … [Read more...] about How Outpatient Total Joint Replacement has Improved
Growing Up in Flagstaff with Mountain Sports: Eight Life Lessons for Business Success from My Dad
Let’s face it: Dads are chock-full of fast facts and the kind of advice that sticks with you forever. I have had the privilege of working alongside my father, Mark Lamberson, each day at Mountain Sports Flagstaff for nearly 20 years. And, as a member of the second generation and owner of the family … [Read more...] about Growing Up in Flagstaff with Mountain Sports: Eight Life Lessons for Business Success from My Dad
Testing the Lyric Hearing Aid
The Lyric is a hearing aid that is housed inside the ear canal for extended periods of time. No need to change a battery or put the hearing aid in a recharging device at night. All you need to do is go to your audiologist and ask to try a pair of them for free! Discreet Amplification The most … [Read more...] about Testing the Lyric Hearing Aid
Hormones Out of Whack?
A hormone imbalance can occur at any age, but chances dramatically increase with aging. The fact is that after age 30, people produce 3-10% lower hormones each year. Although it is normal for hormone production to decline with aging, many people just don’t feel good. Many seek medical help to have … [Read more...] about Hormones Out of Whack?
Will History Repeat Itself with Mortgage Rates?
The following quote seems like the best way to start this month, on many levels. “Prepare for the unknown by studying how others in the past have coped with the unforeseeable and the unpredictable.” – George S. Patton I believe many aspiring homebuyers feel like the housing market is at war … [Read more...] about Will History Repeat Itself with Mortgage Rates?
Guidance Center Children’s Studio Helping Youth and Families
Since 1969, The Guidance Center in Flagstaff has been addressing children’s and families’ behavioral health needs. Now, in 2023, The Children’s Studio has a full range of services for teens, youth and their families. As a parent myself, I understand the demands and challenges of raising children … [Read more...] about Guidance Center Children’s Studio Helping Youth and Families
Baby Steps are Key to Success in Recovery
Humans have a tendency to rush success. We want the best possible outcomes in the quickest way possible, no matter the endeavor. The habit of wanting to get rich quickly in our careers and our lives is a hard one to break. The problem with this mentality is it either leads to another bad habit of … [Read more...] about Baby Steps are Key to Success in Recovery
Supporting Small Businesses, Organizations, Projects through ARPA Funding
I’m thrilled to share some good news about all the wonderful businesses, organizations and projects the City of Flagstaff has been able to help with grants provided through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). As we all emerged from the throes of COVID, this funding was a small bit of much-needed … [Read more...] about Supporting Small Businesses, Organizations, Projects through ARPA Funding