I once had dinner with a rattlesnake. It was an uninvited guest, but nonetheless, it showed up at suppertime while I was grilling. I did what any courageous Arizonan should do who doesn’t have a long-handled shovel or a pair of snake tongs. I called the fire department – which I’ve heard is the No. 1 reason people make emergency calls to Scottsdale firefighters. I’ve also heard it’s the No. 1 call they hate. Knowing this, I called anyway. The dispatcher explained that this particular evening … [Read more...] about Hissing is Never a Good Sound
It’s ‘Let’s Go Shooting’ Month
August is the national “Let’s Go Shooting” month, sponsored by the National Sports Shooting Foundation (NSSF). It’s the month that experienced shooters are encouraged to take a “plus one” with them to the range and introduce someone new to the great fun and challenges that shooting sports offer. With an estimated 8.3 million new firearms owners in the last year, there are plenty of folks who could use some good advice from a trusted and experienced friend. You may also know someone who is “on … [Read more...] about It’s ‘Let’s Go Shooting’ Month
CCC is Open for Business this Fall
Local. Affordable. Quality Education. The marketing and public relations team at Coconino Community College decided on these words to describe the college, because they help paint a picture for every student we serve concerning what they can expect from us. “Local” refers to our dedication to serving the residents in the communities of Coconino County. In fact, the college vision for our new Strategic Plan states, “Shaping the future of Coconino County. Empowering Individuals. Inspiring … [Read more...] about CCC is Open for Business this Fall
Five Fantastic Natural First Aid Essentials
Have you ever wanted to build your very own natural first aid kit but didn’t know where to start? Well, I’m here to help you! In June of this year, I launched NatureAid. NatureAid is the natural first aid course that I developed to help people identify what items they may need to put in their own natural first aid kits as well as how to use these items in a first aid situation. And participants get their very own natural first aid kit as part of the course! Today, I want to share with you … [Read more...] about Five Fantastic Natural First Aid Essentials
City Offering Competitive Grant Opportunity for Growing Small Businesses
The Business Retention and Expansion Incentive is a competitive grant program brought to Flagstaff businesses by your City Council and designed to help businesses grow in Flagstaff. Originally funded at $30,000, the program could award one business $30,000 or six businesses $5,000 each, or any variety in between. However, this year, the program is even bigger. The largest possible award is still $30,000, but this year, there could be two businesses awarded at the level! This is great news for … [Read more...] about City Offering Competitive Grant Opportunity for Growing Small Businesses
Aerial Arts School Continues to Gain Momentum
There’s no doubt, a new generation of jumping, flipping, twirling athletes has been inspired by the Tokyo Olympics. And locally, Momentum Aerial offers a launching pad into graceful, thrilling movement with a recreational sport that requires a great deal of confidence in the forces of physics. Momentum Aerial is a school and manifestation of the collective dream of two Flagstaff women, housed in three warehouse bays and stretching across 5,400 square feet in east Flagstaff. It is here that … [Read more...] about Aerial Arts School Continues to Gain Momentum
Russ Lyon Presents Its Top Luxury Sales in Northern Arizona
Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty, Arizona’s leader in luxury real estate, is proud to present the most significant sales in Northern Arizona for the month of June. The list showcases the top five sales of Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty and features Northern Arizona’s most sought-after luxurious estates. Ed Pennington, Jeanette Sauer | $4,100,000 | Sedona | Dual Representation The estate boasts 6,370 square feet and sits on two acres of breathtaking land. The soaring ceilings … [Read more...] about Russ Lyon Presents Its Top Luxury Sales in Northern Arizona
Skin Needs a Big Dose of Moisture, Too
Summer finally arrived, as did the monsoons and summer rains. Not only was the environment in desperate need of moisture, but our skin was getting as dry and cracked as the desert ground, begging for rain. Just as the Arizona climate is dry and in need of moisture, our skin is also in need of moisture and TLC. The dry Arizona environment takes a toll on our skin, which is often neglected. The skin is the largest organ of the human body and requires care to keep our bodies healthy and … [Read more...] about Skin Needs a Big Dose of Moisture, Too
Chris Shields Leads the Team at Sonesta ES Suites
Chris Shields is in love with Flagstaff and also his career. He has spent a dozen years in this mountain town and more than 30 years in the hospitality industry, including working with Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt. Today, he oversees the operations of Flagstaff’s Sonesta Extended Stay Suites as the property’s general manager. “I’ve been here at Sonesta for four months and I love the company,” he said. “The Sonesta motto is based on the culture of caring, so we take good care of our team and … [Read more...] about Chris Shields Leads the Team at Sonesta ES Suites
How to Buy a House Above Listing Price and Appraised Value
In life, and specifically in real estate, it’s all about risk and who takes it. In a typical market, the risk lies with the seller if the sales price for a property may be overpriced for the market. But, this is not your average market. What happened, and why would a buyer today want to assume more risk? In case you haven’t noticed, Flagstaff’s residential market is experiencing the hottest seller’s market in history. Home sales prices from this time last year to now, according to our … [Read more...] about How to Buy a House Above Listing Price and Appraised Value