Everyone these days understands the health hazards associated with smoking tobacco. What most people don’t realize is that sitting for long periods of time, day in and day out, can be just as unhealthy and cause numerous health conditions similar to smoking. Although Americans are keenly aware of the hazards associated with tobacco use, we seem to be blind to the health hazards associated with decreased mobility and sitting, which increases our risks of health conditions. Lack of mobility … [Read more...] about Sitting: The New Smoking
Everything I Needed to Know about Business I Learned from My Newspaper Route
This week I had a student in my management class ask which job taught me the most about running a business. As I thought back it, I realized it was probably my newspaper route in Ohio, delivering the Ravenna Record-Courier. I’m not sure which is more unfortunate; the fact that fewer and fewer people read the daily newspaper, or if it is that young entrepreneurs don’t have the opportunity to be newspaper delivery boys or girls. I was given my newspaper route at the age of 11, and delivered … [Read more...] about Everything I Needed to Know about Business I Learned from My Newspaper Route
Community Encouraged to Get Involved During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and while there is no typical personality for an abuser, there are some signs to be aware of when working with vulnerable populations, like youth who’ve witnessed domestic violence in the past, to keep the cycle from continuing. In Coconino County children are removed from their unsafe living environment due to domestic violence and a Court Appointed Special Advocate can serve as a role model to help break the cycle of violence. The … [Read more...] about Community Encouraged to Get Involved During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Thanks for Flying Locally
It has been a very busy summer at your Flagstaff Airport. As many of you know, we had to close the runway down for seven days in June to perform maintenance. During this closure, crews removed two inches of asphalt from the surface of the runway, replaced it with new asphalt and then painted to the newest standards. This was an extremely aggressive schedule. Several airports around the state were required to perform the same work over the last two years. No other airport was able to perform this … [Read more...] about Thanks for Flying Locally
Research: Providing Answers to the Things That Frighten Us
As large bags of candy spill off shelves and children’s costumes fill store aisles, it is impossible to ignore the fact that Halloween is around the corner! In an increasingly complex world, however, it does not take a holiday to remind us of frightening things. There are diseases not yet cured, environmental and societal threats not yet identified and questions not yet answered. At NAU, the uncertainty is not a reason for fear; it is an inspiration and the foundation of our successful … [Read more...] about Research: Providing Answers to the Things That Frighten Us
Innovative Job Training Program Building Skills, Workforce and Hope
Sharon Baudelaire knows what it feels like to be isolated and immobilized with fear and uncertainty about the future. Her world began to unravel when she was 10. Her father died, her mother was deported to Mexico, and she began a life in and out of foster care. Today, Baudelaire is 25. She is working toward a master’s degree in history and counsels troubled young people at the Family Northland Help Center. But her success is not the typical story for those who have experienced such sadness … [Read more...] about Innovative Job Training Program Building Skills, Workforce and Hope
Gallery Preserving Navajo Culture
Tucked in a basin between three mountain ranges – the Huachuca, Santa Rita and Whetstone mountains – a flowered garden, flagstone pathway and decorative fountain announce the welcoming entrance to a very special hacienda-style ranch house on a verdant hillside in Sonoita. Located at a 5,000-foot elevation in Southern Arizona’s Santa Cruz County, this is a home like few others; in addition to being a residence, it also provides a cozy, museum-like setting for a world-renowned gallery – the … [Read more...] about Gallery Preserving Navajo Culture
VOC Outlet Mall Becomes Sedona Vista Village
The Village of Oak Creek’s Sedona Village Factory Outlets is being redeveloped by a new owner, with plans to revive the vacant former IMAX theater, to attract new retail and dining options and to turn approximately a third of the nine-acre property into a 117-room “Element by Westin” hotel. Rebranded as Sedona Vista Village, the 90,000-square-foot property has historically struggled to retain both franchise and independent retail tenants; the occupancy rate has remained near 50 percent since … [Read more...] about VOC Outlet Mall Becomes Sedona Vista Village
Treating an Ankle Sprain
For many in Flagstaff active in various types of sports and recreation, an ankle sprain is an unfortunate and uncomfortable set back. Recently, a good friend of mine sustained her first ankle sprain and we had a long discussion regarding various aspects of this injury. This is the gist of our conversation and the answers to many Frequently Asked Questions about ankle sprains. Research tells us that ankle sprains are the most common reason for Emergency Department visits in the … [Read more...] about Treating an Ankle Sprain
Draytons Continuing the Brandy’s Tradition of ‘Doing it Right’
Walk in the door and aromas hit you. Your mouth waters. Bacon sizzles on the grill. Fresh pastries brown in the oven. Savory and sweet mix with the smokiness of freshly brewed coffee. It is a comfortable place, with locals and visitors gathered in a loud mix of laughter and good conversation. And the food is just as comfortable – eggs, homemade bagels and pancakes along with a … chutney melt. There is a flair of experimentation here as well. Brandy’s Restaurant & Bakery has been a … [Read more...] about Draytons Continuing the Brandy’s Tradition of ‘Doing it Right’