Women and organizations of the Quad Cities are being celebrated for their excellence in the workplace, in mentoring and in giving back to their community during the fifth annual Prescott-Area ATHENA Leadership Awards, 3-5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 20, at Starting Point in the Pine Ridge Marketplace. Encouraging, entertaining and motivating the audience will be Keynote Speaker Mary Jo West, the first woman ever hired to sit in the Phoenix primetime news anchor seat. Her presentation, “SUCCESS: … [Read more...] about Pioneering Anchorwoman Mary Jo West Headlines Prescott-Area ATHENA Awards
New Police Chief Returns to Flagstaff
Simplicity and an incredible love of life fused with balance and a positive outlook are all showcased in the persona of Flagstaff’s new Police Chief Sean Connolly. With a welcoming smile and calm temperament, Connolly describes himself as a “practicing Stoic.” “What I mean is, I believe that what we focus on in life, we will get more of. If we focus on what is positive and working, we will get more of it. “ With a contagious love for Flagstaff, Connolly was born here and raised in … [Read more...] about New Police Chief Returns to Flagstaff
Lessons from a Meteor
Some 50,000 years ago, a momentous and earthshaking event occurred in Northern Arizona. A giant fireball of rock, hurling through space at about 26,000 miles per hour, collided with our planet, and left behind a huge hole – 550 feet deep and nearly a mile across. Scientists and visitors have studied Meteor Crater for decades. However, today, the educational possibilities are expanding with a new nonprofit organization. In mid-April, the Barringer Crater Company Board of Directors and Meteor … [Read more...] about Lessons from a Meteor
How to Get What You Want
Bella is a quiet, mild-mannered 6-year-old that loves to play catch, go on walks and travel. She is small, but not too small to step on or lose in your purse. She also is quite content hanging out and accepting the day as it comes, which may include encounters with domestic and wild animals or a road trip. She’s fine with it all. She’s also a rescue, sort of. Her human mama died recently, and she needed a new home with a gentle environment and lots of hugs. Bella is the perfect dog – for … [Read more...] about How to Get What You Want
Understanding Your Hearing Test Results
The first step on any hearing health journey is undergoing an examination. This exam provides you and the audiologist an understanding of your current state of hearing and allows for proper recommendations to be made. The findings are presented in a report called an audiogram. An audiogram contains both a written section and a graph. While the audiologist does review the audiogram during the appointment, it can sometimes be difficult to remember or fully grasp how to interpret your results. … [Read more...] about Understanding Your Hearing Test Results
Caring for Wild Babies and Racehorses
Nature can seem cruel sometimes, even among Arizona’s majestic wild horses. Since June, Wildhorse Ranch Rescue has taken in six sick foals, abandoned by the herd, and also provided financial assistance for a thoroughbred while its owner seeks treatment for a life-threatening disease. “Every year, we take in orphaned and/or injured wild baby horses,” said Kimberly Meagher, Wildhorse founder and co-author of Alternatives to Auction and Slaughter. “We have a team of volunteers we call The Foal … [Read more...] about Caring for Wild Babies and Racehorses
How Technology Affects Our Hand and Wrist Health: Ergonomic Tips for Prevention
In our increasingly digital world, the use of technology is unavoidable. From smartphones and tablets to laptops and gaming consoles, our daily activities are intertwined with devices that demand constant interaction. While these technologies offer immense benefits, they can also pose risks to our hand and wrist health. Understanding these risks and adopting ergonomic strategies can help prevent long-term injuries. Understanding the Impact: The repetitive motion of typing, swiping and clicking … [Read more...] about How Technology Affects Our Hand and Wrist Health: Ergonomic Tips for Prevention
Family-Owned Pinnacle Banks Focus on Their Communities
The roots of the bank go back 86 years to a rural setting in Palmer, Nebraska. It was the Great Depression and the town’s only bank closed. Brothers George and Tom Dinsdale, both farmers by trade, decided to work together with some friends to help the community by starting a new bank that would be responsive to local needs. When it opened in 1938, they gave it an inspiring name: Pinnacle Bank. George Dinsdale’s sons, Roy and Jack, took over the family business in the 1950s and began expanding. … [Read more...] about Family-Owned Pinnacle Banks Focus on Their Communities
Avenues of the World Team Shares Recent Travel Adventures
Yves and I just returned from a week-long cruise from Rome to Malta on the recently refurbished SeaDream II. The cabins were updated and we really liked the fresh look and additional storage space. The two hot tubs on the top deck added a nice touch and I also got to enjoy the hammock for a bit. Reading my book with great views of Taormina, Sicily caused me to pause and look up frequently. The new slide from the pool deck into the ocean is an absolute blast and several of us enjoyed every minute … [Read more...] about Avenues of the World Team Shares Recent Travel Adventures
Securing Flagstaff and Tribal Water Supplies
On July 17, I joined Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren, Navajo Nation Council Speaker Crystalyne Curley, Hopi Tribe Vice Chairman Craig Andrews and San Juan Southern Paiute President Robbin Preston Jr., for a ceremonial signing of the recently approved Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement (NAIWRSA or Agreement). Representing two other parties to the agreement at Heard Museum’s Steele Auditorium in Phoenix were Central Arizona Water Conservation District Board President … [Read more...] about Securing Flagstaff and Tribal Water Supplies