If you are an investor or home buyer in Flagstaff and have weathered the storms and purchased a property within the past year, despite competing with multiple offers at relatively high prices, good for you! You probably had to waive or partially waive your appraisal contingency, possibly accept the property in its current condition without asking the seller to make any repairs, and maybe even “sweetened “ your purchase offer with a non-refundable earnest money deposit or more. Regardless of … [Read more...] about To Buy or Not to Buy
Considering Health During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In the United States, breast cancer is the second most deadly form of cancer, following lung cancer, and is the most prevalent form of all cancers in women. About 240,000 women will develop breast cancer annually and 40,000 will succumb to the disease. Breast cancer does occur in men, but the number of new cases is relatively small. The good news is that annual death rates related to breast cancer have gradually decreased over time. This decline is likely because of an increase in early … [Read more...] about Considering Health During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Keeping Cars Running
Surging prices for new and used cars and diminished supplies of critical parts caused by the global microchip shortage have caused drivers to rethink auto maintenance and purchases. Joshua “J.D.” Davis, manager of one of Prescott’s largest full-service maintenance shops, has firm ideas about how vehicle owners need to keep their cars running at minimum expense and maximum efficiency. The 42-year-old Prescott native has been involved and educated in auto maintenance and repairs since he was … [Read more...] about Keeping Cars Running
Flagstaff Native Serving Aboard USS Iwo Jima
Jovani Rodriguez-Ruiz is serving aboard the USS Iwo Jima, a U.S. Navy Wasp class amphibious assault ship. Fireman Rodriguez-Ruiz, a 2018 Flagstaff High School graduate, is responsible for maintaining, operating and repairing various electrical equipment on board ships. Rodriguez-Ruiz joined the Navy three years ago for a better life and the opportunity to attend college. “I learned that I have a lot of potential within myself,” he said. “I was a small town boy, both scared and excited, … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Native Serving Aboard USS Iwo Jima
Tortoises Make Lifelong Companions
Courtney Sheldon had always wanted a pet tortoise. When she was 9 years old, her family would help take care of a dog kennel when the owner was away. She spent her time at the pond out back, playing with the turtles. When she moved to Arizona in 2020, she mentioned to her boyfriend that they should get a tortoise. After all, the climate was right. She was half joking – they already had three dogs and five cats. But the idea stuck with her. Then one day on Facebook, she saw an article about … [Read more...] about Tortoises Make Lifelong Companions
FBN Author Unveils Spiritual, Walking Book
Flagstaff Business News reporter Stacey Wittig has launched her fifth book at a gathering of American Pilgrims on Camino at Notre Dame, Indiana. When airlines canceled Wittig’s flight and subsequent pilgrimage walk across France because of COVID-19 last September, the author decided to walk a pilgrim path in the United States instead. When she reached out to Wisconsin Way organizers, a pilgrimage loosely based on the Camino de Santiago in Spain, she learned there was no guidebook to help find … [Read more...] about FBN Author Unveils Spiritual, Walking Book
Enjoy Pregnancy Without Foot Pain
"Oh, my aching feet” is a phrase you hear often from pregnant women. But, are sore feet a symptom they just must deal with during pregnancy? The answer is “no.” There are many remedies available to help alleviate foot pain. Women often experience foot pain during pregnancy because of increased weight, foot instability and swelling. In the last five years, I’ve seen an increase in pregnant women with foot pain because more women than ever before are active, even running marathons, during their … [Read more...] about Enjoy Pregnancy Without Foot Pain
Celebrate Flagstaff’s Dark Skies with the Flagstaff Star Party
Jupiter, Venus, and Cygnus the Swan flying south through the Milky Way are among the stars expected to shine at the annual Flagstaff Star Party, a three-night event, 6 – 10 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 30 through Saturday, Oct. 2, at Buffalo Park! Professional and amateur telescope hosts from around the region will guide residents and visitors through the universe in the free outdoor event hosted by the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition. Guests are encouraged to bring their binoculars for the Binocular … [Read more...] about Celebrate Flagstaff’s Dark Skies with the Flagstaff Star Party
Big Projects Ahead for Improving Life in Flagstaff
A lot of big things are coming up before the Flagstaff City Council after having our summer recess. One major discussion coming up Sept. 7 is how we will be allocating the American Rescue Plan Act dollars from the federal government. Millions were given to the city, with certain guidelines on how it can be spent. Some of the proposals that we’ve suggested for the use of these funds could have a significant impact on our economy, infrastructure and social services. A priority is to improve our … [Read more...] about Big Projects Ahead for Improving Life in Flagstaff
Saying ‘I Do’ to Micro-Weddings
Event planners are busier than ever and, not surprisingly, smaller weddings have taken the lead, especially in Northern Arizona. “We’ve had a lot of micro-weddings of 50 people or less since March this year,” said Nancy Bewley, owner of Prescott-based Luella House Weddings and the soon-to-open historic Willow Creek Inn. “I think it’s because small weddings make sense to people right now. People can spread out and the couple can have those who are most dear and closest to them attend, plus the … [Read more...] about Saying ‘I Do’ to Micro-Weddings