One of the first questions I ask a new patient is whether they have a history of loud noise exposure. Some say no, some mention hunting, while most brush it off as listening to loud music in their youth. But the truth is that, especially in our modern world, everyone is exposed to unsafe levels of noise at some point in their lives. While noise pollution is a major concern, most people don’t consider it in their daily lives. However, protecting your ears from loud noise is one of the best ways … [Read more...] about Announcing a New Choice in Hearing Protection
Two Things You Can Count On in the 2025 Housing Market
Speculation can make the housing market seem like one big guessing game! Will rates go up or down? Will values go up or down? Will people want to buy in Northern Arizona or not? Will rules and regulations change? The list could go on, but while those speculations can have a place, today is about firm ground and what you can “take to the bank” when it comes to the 2025 Housing Market. New Year, New Loan Limits Loan limits are important to the general consumer as conforming loans as well as … [Read more...] about Two Things You Can Count On in the 2025 Housing Market
How to Set New Year’s Health Outcomes Rather Than Resolutions
It is a new year, 2025, and the holidays have concluded. Many people set New Year’s resolutions and never stick with them. Either they make resolutions that are too lofty to accomplish, they may not know how to do the things they want to accomplish, or they lack the steps to hold themselves accountable to reach their goals. An easy way to be successful is to not set resolutions but set healthy outcomes. The difference is setting resolutions lacks action steps or direction on how to achieve … [Read more...] about How to Set New Year’s Health Outcomes Rather Than Resolutions
Key Points to Consider for Those Seeking a Mortgage This Year
Securing a mortgage can be one of the most significant financial decisions you make, and navigating the process in today’s market requires careful planning and informed decision-making. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking to refinance, understanding current trends, preparing your finances and exploring new mortgage options can help set you up for success. From keeping an eye on interest rates to leveraging technology, these seven key points provide critical considerations to help … [Read more...] about Key Points to Consider for Those Seeking a Mortgage This Year
What’s Next for Flagstaff City Council?
On Dec. 17, Councilmembers Anthony Garcia and David Spence were sworn in and joined the Flagstaff City Council and, as the highest vote getter, Miranda Sweet was selected as Vice Mayor. I’m eager to get to know our new councilmembers better and look forward to continuing to work well together as a City Council. I’d like to give you an update on some of the issues and projects that will soon be before us. At our first meeting in 2025, we’ll be discussing our state and federal legislative … [Read more...] about What’s Next for Flagstaff City Council?
National League of Cities Honors Flagstaff Councilmember Khara House with Centennial Under 40 Impact Award
City of Flagstaff Councilmember Khara House has been named among the inaugural recipients of the National League of Cities’ (NLC) Centennial Under 40 Impact Award. The award recognizes and celebrates the outstanding contributions to public service, governance and community development of elected officials under the age of 40 from NLC member cities, towns and villages. “I’m humbled and so honored to have received this award for my service to Flagstaff,” said Councilmember House. “I love our … [Read more...] about National League of Cities Honors Flagstaff Councilmember Khara House with Centennial Under 40 Impact Award
Arizona Snowbowl Sets Another Record with Earliest Opening Date
Like Santa’s elves, Arizona Snowbowl employees are working day and night this month, making snow as temperatures allow, moving it around the mountain and grooming trails. Following its longest ski season on record – closing on Saturday, June 1, 2024 – Snowbowl has set another record with its earliest opening day ever. “Opening Nov. 8 certainly had and continues to have many people talking about the ski season,” said Discover Flagstaff Marketing and Media Relations Vice President Lori … [Read more...] about Arizona Snowbowl Sets Another Record with Earliest Opening Date
Lowell Observatory Puts Space Discovery at the World’s Fingertips
Marley Foundation CFO Nancy Ball nailed it when she said, “If I were 6 years old, I would definitely spend the day here!” As if to prove her point, 6-year-old Brooks Sedlak of Scottsdale was one of the first to settle in at the Orbits Curiosity Zone of the Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center. “He wants to be an astronaut,” explained his mom, Stephanie. Likewise, hundreds of supporters, businesspeople, community leaders and space enthusiasts of all ages eagerly waited under light … [Read more...] about Lowell Observatory Puts Space Discovery at the World’s Fingertips
Serial CEO T. Paul Thomas Offers Lessons in Leadership in New Book
In his roles as CEO or president of more than 15 publicly traded, venture-backed and technology start-ups around the world and across the United States, Paul Thomas wasn’t interested in overseeing companies that were humming along smoothly. In fact, he was the guy the board of directors would call when they couldn’t decide whether to shut the company down or continue to invest in it. With tumultuous situations as the theme of his career, one might imagine he has stories to tell. Fortunately, he … [Read more...] about Serial CEO T. Paul Thomas Offers Lessons in Leadership in New Book
British Cook Fancies American Classics with Gran’s Tips for the Holidays
On YouTube, she’s known as James’s mom. Charming, down-to-earth and deeply caring, Vicki De La Haye loves to cook. Folding in fresh eggs, butter and vegetables from her farm, ideas from social media followers, British rituals and tips from her very proper and frugal grandmother, “Gran,” De La Haye not only cooks for her family, but often for the whole neighborhood on rural Jersey Island in the British Channel of the United Kingdom. “It’s four miles by eight miles, with a population of 95,000 … [Read more...] about British Cook Fancies American Classics with Gran’s Tips for the Holidays