“Explain succinctly and articulately, citing precise financial data, why natural gas fracking is a sound long-term economic practice for the energy industry.” The statement is a paraphrase of the more complex one given to teammates Adin Herzog, Jacob Burl and Andre Lamunyon when they competed in final phase of the nation’s top business competition for college and university students. But they did it. Their analytical and detail-filled response won them first place honors in the category of … [Read more...] about Future Business Leader Describes Intensity of Competition
Microwave Energy Treating Cancer, Hypertension
Medical device entrepreneur Dan Kasprzyk has brought another start-up bio-tech company to Flagstaff. In 2000, he created and built the start-up concept for Machine Solutions, Inc. from idea to $16.3 million in annual revenue in less than eight years. “A lot was good planning, but a lot was good ol’ fashioned luck,” said the former president and CEO of Machine Solutions. “It was my first start-up, we produced number-setting records and investors were knocking on the door.” Kasprzyk guided the … [Read more...] about Microwave Energy Treating Cancer, Hypertension
Sedona Red Rock Artists Open Studios in October
A group of 27 professional artists in Sedona and Cornville are excited to open their private studios and show their latest work during the Sedona Red Rock Artists Open Studio Tour. Visitors can talk with the artists, experience their workspaces and purchase art, all while enjoying the beautiful landscape of the Verde Valley as they tour from one studio to the next. One of the pleasures of shopping at a studio sale is being able to spend time with the artist and see how and where his or her … [Read more...] about Sedona Red Rock Artists Open Studios in October
How Caregivers Find Support, Information
I have been a nurse for 22 years and worn many hats in the health care profession. However, it was not until a recent personal experience that I learned the importance of the patient and family. My mom was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis, and as her disease progressed, so did my responsibilities to ensure that all her care needs were being met. I often found myself exhausted to the point that I felt overwhelmed when making the simplest decisions. During this time, I was able to use my nursing … [Read more...] about How Caregivers Find Support, Information
Local Coffee House Expanding
Locally-owned KickStand Kafé is remodeling and expanding its location on Humphreys Street in Flagstaff. Construction started at the beginning of July. The project is expected to be completed by October, but the coffee shop will remain open throughout the renovation process. Temporary walls currently shield customers from construction of a new entry and patio on the north side of the building. The renovation also includes an additional drive-thru window near the front of the south side of the … [Read more...] about Local Coffee House Expanding
The Three Bs of Garden Success
You can help your garden – and the ecosystem in general – by becoming a welcoming host to some of the hardest working horticulturists around. These gardeners are very different from each other, but have three things in common – they love flowers, have names that start with “B,” and are winged. Birds, Bees and Butterflies are essential to the process of pollination, and a few strategic choices in your garden will help them thrive and improve your space as well. Let’s start with bees, which … [Read more...] about The Three Bs of Garden Success
Understanding the Financial Stages of Life
As we go through life, we pass milestones that mark transitions into different phases of life. Financial transitions accompany these turning points. Our goals change and our priorities shift in response to these changing life needs. While everyone’s financial journey is different, most people pass through five primary financial stages as they age. During each stage, income, spending patterns, financial priorities and goals tend to change in predictable ways. Knowing which financial goals … [Read more...] about Understanding the Financial Stages of Life
County Fair Benefits Community and Businesses
County fairs across the country have their roots in connecting business and community members to each other and to the latest agricultural inventions. At least that’s the history of county fairs. But what about today? County fairs are stepping up to the challenge to not only continue these business and community connections but also enhance them, while branching out and making technological connections, too. The Coconino County Fair is no different, and in terms of making a business … [Read more...] about County Fair Benefits Community and Businesses
Can You Sell Your Home Without a Realtor?
The short answer to this question is: of course! The long answer is a bit more challenging. Do you really want to? Are you really well equipped to? Here are some things to consider when choosing the best course for selling your home. First of all, do you truly know the value of your home in the present market? Websites such a Zillow and Trulia offer (at best) a guess of what your home should be worth. These numbers often vary greatly from the reality. The absolute best way to know the value … [Read more...] about Can You Sell Your Home Without a Realtor?
Engineer Impacting Lives Behind the Scenes
With most of the work being done in an office on a computer, the life of a civil engineer is usually uneventful. But there were a few days in July 2010 when six engineering firms, including Turner Engineering, had a very short time to figure out a way to keep expected destructive flood waters away from the Fernwood, Timberline and Hutchinson Acres. The developments were in harm’s way in the aftermath of the huge Schultz fire. Everyone was in an all-hands-on-deck mode and adrenaline was the … [Read more...] about Engineer Impacting Lives Behind the Scenes