You only have 3,484 packages left to sell to reach your goal of 3,500, and the annual Girls Scout Cookie drive has just begun. For Madisyn “Madi” Van Hemert, a 12th grader in Girl Scout Troop 212, these goals are exciting, achievable and educational. “After 12 years of scouts, I have learned many valuable life skills,” said Van Hemert. “Money management has been the biggest skill. Additionally, I have learned customer service skills, budgeting and how to grow with the modernizing advances … [Read more...] about Learning Business Skills Early
Nikki Lober
Riordan on Tap
One hundred and eighteen years old, the expansive ponderosa pine and stone Riordan mansion stands as an example of gracious living in a territorial town. Preserved by Arizona State Parks, it serves as a tribute to Flagstaff’s early beginnings, showcasing an Arts and Crafts style of architecture, a label that describes more than the structure. It’s about using local materials in the building, the furniture and the gardens while blending with the natural environment and promoting a philosophy of … [Read more...] about Riordan on Tap
