Have you ever thanked your “lucky stars” for something going your way, or thought, “What a coincidence!” when an expert showed up with the information or equipment you needed at that moment? Perhaps you simply have remarked, “That was a miracle!” I like to think of these instances as actual miracles, wonderful things that happen to us that we really wanted to have happen, or situations and events that turned out better than we could have imagined. Author, children’s furniture maker and … [Read more...] about Tapping into Intuition, Recognizing Miracles
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Large Animal Shelter Welcomes Visitors, Volunteers
As the cost of living continues to rise, caring for large animals has become more challenging as well. Dawn Chapton, co-owner of CP Mules and Equine Rescue in Chino Valley, said the non-profit organization recently received $500 in donations, but it continues to need help with both money and volunteers. CP Mules and Equine Rescue has 26 horses, 12 pigs, one cow, chickens, ducks and two turkeys – Tom and Brady. Chapton says many of their horses are purchased to save them from slaughter, but … [Read more...] about Large Animal Shelter Welcomes Visitors, Volunteers
Creative Flagstaff Honored for Celebrating Astronomer Carolyn Shoemaker, NightVisions
The legacy of Flagstaff astronomer Carolyn Shoemaker, along with appreciation for Flagstaff’s dark skies, took center stage at the Coconino Center for the Arts from May through August when the team at Creative Flagstaff, in collaboration with the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition, celebrated a grand re-opening of the Coconino Center for the Arts with a reception and NightVisions exhibition, following extensive renovation work. CCA Exhibitions and Programs Director Julie Comnick described … [Read more...] about Creative Flagstaff Honored for Celebrating Astronomer Carolyn Shoemaker, NightVisions
Why the Minimum Wage Increase is Complicated
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2023, the minimum wage in the City of Flagstaff will increase to $16.80 and the tipped minimum wage to $14.80 per hour. City of Flagstaff Management Analyst Chris Rhode explained to Flagstaff Business News why the minimum wage increase is not as straightforward as in previous years. “In 2016, voters passed Proposition 414, or The Minimum Wage Act, creating this office to enforce and implement the City of Flagstaff minimum wage,” said the labor standards … [Read more...] about Why the Minimum Wage Increase is Complicated
Babbitt Ranches Supporting Artemis Missions, Promoting Land-Use Ethic on Other Worlds
On land commonly occupied by Hereford cattle, pronghorn antelope and mule deer, a moon rover prototype cruises at a top speed of eight miles per hour near Black Point Lava Flow. It is here on Babbitt Ranches that NASA, Japan’s space program, JAXA, U.S. Geological Survey scientists, along with engineers and technicians, set up a space camp of sorts. They have been preparing for the Artemis Missions to the moon, with the first launch window for the un-crewed Artemis 1 rocket opening Nov. … [Read more...] about Babbitt Ranches Supporting Artemis Missions, Promoting Land-Use Ethic on Other Worlds
Glamping Resort Immerses Eco-Conscious Travelers into Nature
When Jeremy Budge, founder and CEO of Backland, a luxury eco-resort, discovered a 160-acre parcel of land 36 miles west of Flagstaff, he felt, “This property is special.” He was looking for a place where modern travelers could escape from the hubbub of today’s world and immerse themselves in nature. The rare island of deeded land, surrounded by the Kaibab National Forest, was ceded to homesteader Clyde Moose in 1921. Since then, the hidden ranch, 20 miles southeast of Williams, was used as a … [Read more...] about Glamping Resort Immerses Eco-Conscious Travelers into Nature
Flagstaff Continues to Pursue Air Travel Partners, Services
The City of Flagstaff reports that tourism remains strong as the community’s No. 1 economic driver, with an impact of more than $750 million. In its Annual Stakeholder and Partners Meeting before representatives of businesses and tourist attractions on Oct. 20, Interim Deputy City Manager and Economic Vitality Director Heidi Hansen said the city is focused on attracting a second airline and continued efforts to expand service options. In addition, city officials said 27 local businesses were … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Continues to Pursue Air Travel Partners, Services
Organic Chocolatier Sarah Ann Lesslie Offers Healthy Treats
A bite full of chocolate makes the herbs go down, and for Chocolita Founder Sara Ann Lesslie, this was the impetus for her specialty chocolates made from 100% plant-based organic ingredients. In her new East Flagstaff store, Chocolita, Lesslie features a low-glycemic array of botanically crafted vegan delicacies. “I was struggling with health issues, so as a long-standing student of herbalism, instead of painkillers, I took herbs. One day, when I was making chocolate, I thought, ‘Why not … [Read more...] about Organic Chocolatier Sarah Ann Lesslie Offers Healthy Treats
TOPS Encourages Weight-Loss Members
Hoping to see less of you,” may not be the kindest way to bid adieu, but for most of the members of Taking Off Pounds Successfully (TOPS Club, Inc.), it’s the hope and goal of this national non-profit hands-on approach to weight loss program. TOPS has been helping and supporting members for more than 70 years. Recently, Northern Arizona held their annual TOPS Fall Rally in Prescott. “We had members from all our nine chapters,” said TOPS Northern Arizona Advocate Mary L. Sylvester. “Payson, … [Read more...] about TOPS Encourages Weight-Loss Members
Honoring our Values, Living a Life of Thanksgiving
After spending a day in the open spaces of Babbitt Ranches with mission-driven engineers, technicians, geologists, journalists and visionaries from organizations such as NASA, JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency), the U.S. Geological Survey and Babbitt Ranches, I found myself energized, joyful, inspired and grateful to be in this bubble of positive intelligence focused on propelling the human race forward in cooperation and doing so with a land use ethic. In this pop-up aerospace village … [Read more...] about Honoring our Values, Living a Life of Thanksgiving