Northern Arizona lost a cherished community leader on Nov. 10, with the death of Northland Hospice founder Marilyn Pate, 82. Fittingly, Pate spent her last days at the Olivia White Hospice House, the end-of-life facility whose creation she championed two decades ago. Pate began chiseling her Flagstaff legacy in 1982, when she gathered several like-minded individuals looking to meet the needs of terminally ill community members. The following year, the group started its first hospice care, … [Read more...] about Northland Hospice Founder Leaves Legacy of Caring
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Nancy Sheffert Turns Overgrown Property into Productive Goat Farm
The age-old problem of eradicating deep-rooted weeds can be a real challenge, and finding solutions aren’t readily discovered via a Google search. When Goat Milk, Etc. owner Nancy Sheffert faced the plight of stubborn weeds on her Cornville property, a neighbor’s uncanny suggestion led to a prosperous venture for the native Californian. “My neighbor’s solution was to get a goat. ‘A goat?’ I asked. I’m a California beach bum. I don’t even know what a goat looks like,” she said. Within days, … [Read more...] about Nancy Sheffert Turns Overgrown Property into Productive Goat Farm
Stepping It Up with DancEvolution
At DancEvolution (DE), owner/instructor Jesica Barker takes dance a few steps further by teaching life lessons, such as: “It’s OK if you mess up, it’s what you do after that matters. It’s also OK to be scared, because those tough times will help to obtain your goals.” Teaching patience and endurance is also a part of Barker’s coaching. “I want to help people understand that you can evolve through dance and be a better person,” said Barker. “In this age of instant gratification, I think it’s … [Read more...] about Stepping It Up with DancEvolution
Healing and Changing Your Mind for a More Joyful, Successful Life
Nancy is a healthy middle-aged woman with a loving family, satisfying career and as she describes it, “a great life,” at least while she’s awake. But when she closes her eyes, it’s been a different story. Nancy has been chased by nightmares every night for as long as she can remember. Besides her rest being regularly hijacked by terror, her screams would awaken her family. Exhausted and looking for help, she sought hypnotherapy with clinical hypnotherapist Rosemary Powell. I met with … [Read more...] about Healing and Changing Your Mind for a More Joyful, Successful Life
Voting Underway for Best of Business Award Recipients
From the top accounting firm to excellence in window coverings, from outstanding chiropractic care to extraordinary auto dealers, now is the time to let your voice be heard about the best local businesses in the Flagstaff region. At Flagstaff Business News, the team is thrilled to once again honor these hard-working companies that focus on customer service and the delivery of quality materials, products, information and support. “We are thrilled at the level of community participation we are … [Read more...] about Voting Underway for Best of Business Award Recipients
Coconino Astronomical Society Brings Enthusiastic Support to Dark Skies Awareness, Education, Conservation
As Flagstaff residents and visitors go about their daily lives working, recreating and enjoying the natural beauty of Northern Arizona, there’s a powerful and steady force working in the darkness making sure the dark skies experience is available to all for this generation and many more to come. The Coconino Astronomical Society is a local non-profit organization made up of about 80 members that has been around for more than 20 years. Some are professional astronomers, some are retired, some … [Read more...] about Coconino Astronomical Society Brings Enthusiastic Support to Dark Skies Awareness, Education, Conservation
Poco Diablo Introduces Willows Kitchen
Poco Diablo Resort has opened its new restaurant, Willows Kitchen + Wine Bar, as part of a phased $22 million renovation. Although the restaurant had a soft opening Sept. 15, it recently hosted journalists for a preview tasting of the winter menu and pairings with wines from the restaurant’s extensive collection. The tasting showcased Old World and New World wines, along with an Arizona white blend. The resort, one of the first in Sedona, sits on the historic Chavez homestead. In this same … [Read more...] about Poco Diablo Introduces Willows Kitchen
Weatherford Hotel to Ring in the New Year with Great Pinecone Drop
With residents and visitors ready to usher in a New Year of hope, health and good cheer, Weatherford Hotel owners have announced the return of the Great Pinecone Drop to historic downtown Flagstaff and also the VIP Golden Ticket Event inside the grand Victorian building, offering crackling fireplaces, prime rib, a champagne toast to 2023 and a front row seat to all the action. “We can’t wait to welcome the crowds back for the Great Pinecone Drop on New Year’s Eve,” said Henry Taylor, who owns … [Read more...] about Weatherford Hotel to Ring in the New Year with Great Pinecone Drop
Arizona Nordic Village Prepares for Winter Season
The crew at Arizona Nordic Village is preparing for the winter season with the ski area’s first masters’ and kids’ Nordic ski teams, all new ski rental equipment and additional cross-country skiing races, including a marathon and sprint. “The start of every winter season at the Village is highly anticipated by skiers, season passholders and staff members alike, but this year we are especially excited to offer a new Nordic team for anyone in Arizona to be a part of,” said Village Operations … [Read more...] about Arizona Nordic Village Prepares for Winter Season
Out of Africa Celebrates Birthday Tigers
They come when their names are called, love to play and go on walks, and at over 150 pounds each, drink from a baby bottle. Meet Equinox and Exodus, Out of Africa’s Bengal tigers who are celebrating their first birthday. As playful as they are, they may seem like big domesticated cats, but touching them is strictly off limits to visitors. “I get to hug my tigers every day,” said Out of Africa Wildlife Park carnivore manager and biologist Addam Krauch. “They are growing so fast and … [Read more...] about Out of Africa Celebrates Birthday Tigers