With the health of students, teachers, and staff as their top priority, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) have partnered in the development of guidance to support the safe reopening of in-person learning in Arizona schools. Per Governor Ducey’s June 23 Executive Order, Arizona: Open for Learning, ADHS has established benchmarks in collaboration with local public health officials and education partners to guide decisions by public … [Read more...] about Arizona Department Of Health Services Releases School Benchmarks
Arizona Launches Program To Assist Rental Property Owners
Applications for Arizona's Rental Property Owner Preservation Fund, providing assistance to rental property owners across the state who are facing a loss of rental income due to COVID-19, opened today. Governor Doug Ducey announced $5 million for this Fund last month. All applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the entire amount is awarded. About The Rental Property Owner Preservation Fund The Rental Property Owner Preservation Fund, established by the Governor’s Office, … [Read more...] about Arizona Launches Program To Assist Rental Property Owners
CCC Begins New Cybersecurity Program
Cyberstalking. Denial-of-service attacks. Fraud. Malware. Industrial Espionage. Every day, the news is filled with reports of computer hackers finding their way into databases to steal sensitive information. Companies and people – now more than ever – need skilled, well-trained Information Technology Services staff to keep personal, sensitive data safe from cybercriminals. It’s a rapidly growing field. At Coconino Community College, the new Cybersecurity program is scheduled to begin this … [Read more...] about CCC Begins New Cybersecurity Program
Why Employers Should Consider Adding Short-Term Disability During COVID-19 Pandemic
Disability insurance is one of the most overlooked of all employee benefit plans. Think about it: who wants to think they are at risk for becoming disabled? In normal times, this happens more often than we would like to think. Today, in the unusual circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic that we find ourselves in, it is more important than ever for your employees. As a reminder, disability insurance is income protection in case of disability due to accident or illness. To put it simply, … [Read more...] about Why Employers Should Consider Adding Short-Term Disability During COVID-19 Pandemic
Is Serenity Possible?
In this time of relative chaos and disruption in the world, is it possible to be serene? Almost every time one is paying attention to any form of news, talk shows, social media or even discussions with friends and family, the COVID-19 pandemic, politics, civil unrest, and/or the economy are likely to be the main topics. Over and over again, the same opinions and sound bites are endlessly repeated. Our focus is directed on things beyond our control. In the 1930s, Reinhold Niebuhr wrote the … [Read more...] about Is Serenity Possible?
Seeking Anxiety Relief in Trying Times
For many of us, these past few months have brought unprecedented challenges. Our lives have been radically rearranged in ways that we couldn’t have predicted or prepared well for, even if we had seen it coming. Losses of jobs, routine, income, stability and, most tragically, losses of life have made this time painful and anxiety producing. For some, their entire lives have been turned upside down. When we face such challenges, we are asked to adapt with creativity, positivity and grace, the best … [Read more...] about Seeking Anxiety Relief in Trying Times
Understanding the Importance of Nutrition During Recovery
A balanced diet is essential for the body and the brain to function normally. Unfortunately, most Americans do not receive proper nutrition education, and have difficulty consistently eating a well-rounded diet of nutritious, whole foods. Now, imagine that you not only do not know the information, but you also struggle with a substance use disorder (SUD). Individuals who suffer from SUDs often dedicate their finances, energy and time to using. Substances can cloud the brain’s ability to make … [Read more...] about Understanding the Importance of Nutrition During Recovery
Offering Flagstaff Real Estate Advice in a Busy Market
When the world is filled with uncertainty in these unprecedented times, it can be scary to decide what actions to take that will make sense in the future. Luckily, there is a world of experts who can guide us for all matters in real estate in the midst of these choppy waters. The COVID-19 crisis is a massive tragedy and will change the world as we know it. As with all things, however, this too shall pass. We are resilient and hopefully will adjust to our new world the best we can. Our nation, … [Read more...] about Offering Flagstaff Real Estate Advice in a Busy Market
Pollinators Still Need Our Help
Flagstaff should give itself a pat on the back. A few years ago, the National Pollinator Garden Network (NPGN), a group of stakeholders in the gardening, pollinator and conservation communities, challenged Americans to create one million gardens rich in pollen and nectar-filled flowers to help out our pollinators like bees, birds and butterflies. In three short years, the NPGN reached that goal. When they announced their success last year, the NPGN called attention to a handful of communities … [Read more...] about Pollinators Still Need Our Help
Flagstaff Arts Council, City of Flagstaff: Longtime Champions of Dark Skies
The Flagstaff Arts Council (FAC) and City of Flagstaff are often unsung heroes, quietly and continuously supporting and promoting the values that are important to the community and the region. This month, especially during the pandemic and its devastating impact on arts and science funding, Flagstaff Business News salutes the leadership of the Flagstaff Arts Council and the City of Flagstaff for their enduring support of Flagstaff’s dark starry skies. “Dark skies seem very much emblematic … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Arts Council, City of Flagstaff: Longtime Champions of Dark Skies