Spanning 15 acres, Verde River Growers (VRG) in Cottonwood is spreading its roots throughout Northern Arizona. “I’ve been here since 2013, and we have really grown,” said Manager Lindsey Curé. Synchronous with the expansion of Verde River Growers is Curé’s growth within the company. “I started part time watering plants here. I showed up every day and they kept giving me more to do. Then they let me get creative and I started implementing changes and growing the nursery. I love the challenges … [Read more...] about Lindsey Curé Grows with Verde Valley Plant Farm.
Go Nuts!
Participating in a demanding extracurricular FIRST robotics competition this year, 22 students at Coconino High School in Flagstaff labored to produce a unique product, “Euclid,” a sophisticated, high-tech robot that weighs just under 100 pounds. Beyond just the robot, all their efforts paid off this spring when the high school’s CocoNuts robotics team won the prestigious FIRST Championship Impact Award during the 2024 FIRST Robotics Competition Championship event, from April 17-20 in Houston, … [Read more...] about Go Nuts!
Grand Canyon Conservancy Hears of Grand Adventure
Award-winning photographer, filmmaker and author Pete McBride served as the keynote speaker for the Grand Canyon Conservancy’s (GCC) Grand Gathering 2024. Held at the Shrine of the Ages on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, the event attracted members from around the country. They were treated to an informative and entertaining slide show by McBride, followed by a book-signing of his latest book, “The Colorado River: Chasing Water.” “It was an inspiring kick-off to the 2024 Grand Gathering … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Conservancy Hears of Grand Adventure
Cocodona Ultramarathon Tests Runners Across 250 Grueling Miles
A sliver of moon hid on the predawn horizon as hundreds of runners lined up in Black Canyon City for the start of the Cocodona 250 footrace to Flagstaff. It was windy and 40 degrees at 5 a.m. on Monday, May 6. Watches set, the pack burst out of the starting chute down a dusty trail, headlamps bobbing as they took the first turn. The well-trained runners then climbed the first of many hills on the way to Crown King, Prescott, Jerome, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Sedona, Munds Park, Walnut Canyon, … [Read more...] about Cocodona Ultramarathon Tests Runners Across 250 Grueling Miles
Stepping into Visibility with a Broken Foot
Two-time best-selling author Christina Daves teaches entrepreneurs and business owners how to get their products and services noticed. Through her business, PR for Anyone, and together with her clients, she has received more than a billion views and more than $100 million in sales from free publicity – often appearing with celebrity hosts such as Hoda Kotb and Steve Harvey. However, public relations was not something she went to school for and she didn’t have experience in marketing, … [Read more...] about Stepping into Visibility with a Broken Foot
Coconino Scroll Decorates Airport-Area Fence with Beauty, History, Culture
More than two dozen community members gathered at Pulliam Airport on May 24 to dedicate the Coconino Scroll, a decorative steel fence near the airport’s economy parking lot. This whimsical display consists of decorative steel designs embedded with colorful stained-glass elements that celebrate the history, environment and culture of Flagstaff and its surroundings. The Coconino Scroll is the latest addition to the community’s 40 public art pieces that highlight Flagstaff’s rich cultural and … [Read more...] about Coconino Scroll Decorates Airport-Area Fence with Beauty, History, Culture
Subaru Raffle to Support Veterans
Calling all adventurers, community supporters and Subaru enthusiasts: Findlay Subaru Prescott is raffling off a new 2025 Subaru Forester. Tickets are $100 and money raised in this fundraising event will support programs and services through the Jerome S. Cranke Prescott Valley American Legion Post #140. From assisting veterans and military families to supporting community initiatives and disaster relief efforts, Findlay Subaru Prescott representatives say raffle participants will make a tangible … [Read more...] about Subaru Raffle to Support Veterans
Five Ways to Make Your Life Louder Than Your Inner Critic
So many of us walk around with a mean girl or guy or disembodied voice in our heads that is so quick to judge us harshly or agree with or at least strongly consider any negative words that come our way. And while it’s probably a healthy trait to have a constant monitor looking over our shoulder to see if what we are doing is actually helpful, noble, caring or our best, it can be crippling, too, if we don’t keep that noise in check. That’s why I’ve started to notice how to live with that inner … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Make Your Life Louder Than Your Inner Critic
Grand Canyon School Competes in Odyssey of the Mind Project on World Stage
Hard work, determination and innovation have paid off for four Grand Canyon School students as they competed in the Odyssey of the Mind World competition in Iowa. With tornado warnings and a morning of taking shelter, Hunter Campbell, Everette Hartman, Eli Talley and Noah Talley placed 31st, beating the other team from Arizona that previously beat them at the state level. “It’s been really great to help coach and watch the kids come out of their shells and overcome fears of stage fright, … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon School Competes in Odyssey of the Mind Project on World Stage
Generational Giving: Nurturing Family Philanthropy
Family philanthropy is the collective effort of family members uniting around shared values to engage in charitable giving and volunteer work. It’s more than just giving back, it’s about creating a lasting legacy of compassion and service that echoes the values shared by loved ones. Why Family Philanthropy is Important The importance of family philanthropy lies in its ability to instill a culture of giving and service, promoting empathy, social responsibility and a commitment to making a … [Read more...] about Generational Giving: Nurturing Family Philanthropy