If you live in an area where the street spaces are constantly filled by people not living in your neighborhood, working together with your neighbors, you will be able to get a parking permit and be able to use spaces reserved for residents. If you are visiting Flagstaff, or shopping in the downtown, you should have an easier time finding a parking space. If you own or work in a downtown business, you will be able to get a parking permit and be able to use reserved spaces. It’s going to be a … [Read more...] about What to Expect from Flagstaff Parking Management
Navajo Business Promoting Culture through Coffee Mugs
Coffee mugs and license plates sharing information about Navajo clans are gaining popularity. The local home-based online Navajo business, www.dinegifts.com, offers cups with the Navajo clan names in Navajo wording and English on the front, while the back has a brief story about the clan’s origin. The metallic license plates have the clan name in Navajo wording and English, and “Navajo Nation” lettering emblazoned across the top. “I bought two clan cups recently and gave one to my son who … [Read more...] about Navajo Business Promoting Culture through Coffee Mugs
United Way of Northern Arizona Celebrates Successful Campaign
Nearly 275 community partners joined United Way of Northern Arizona at today’s Annual Meeting and Recognition Event to celebrate a successful campaign and look forward to the coming year. Keynote Speaker Paul J. Luna, President and CEO of Helios Education Foundation emphasized the importance of enriching lives through education by cultivating strong community relationships and initiating and supporting strategic partnerships. The luncheon, held at Little America Hotel, recognized the … [Read more...] about United Way of Northern Arizona Celebrates Successful Campaign
When is the Best Time to Buy a Vehicle?
It has been a long recovery for the auto industry and 2015 represented the sixth year of overall U.S. sales growth since 2009. Manufacturers have recovered and their ability to forecast vehicle sales has improved as the economy becomes more stable. However, there are many factors at the manufacturer level, dealership level and personal level that really determine when the best time is to buy a vehicle. Since the economy has somewhat stabilized, the unemployment factor has created an increase … [Read more...] about When is the Best Time to Buy a Vehicle?
Becoming Excellent
In some circles, the term “excellence” gets thrown around frequently, either explicitly or implied in phrases like “going to the next level.” Organizational gurus have penned dozens of views on what excellence means, and how to achieve it. (Anyone remember “In Search of Excellence?”) Excellence is a fascinating, important topic (hence all the books), but despite all the books and articles, the topic remains muddy to many. So, I thought I’d share my take on excellence. The first question is … [Read more...] about Becoming Excellent
Bitcoin: Currency of the Future?
A novelty digital payment method surfaced in January 2009 as the brainchild of a computer programmer identifying himself as Satoshi Nakamoto and christening his techno-currency Bitcoin (BTC). The prognosis for BTC as a mainstream currency has been shrouded as much in mystery as the identity of its inventor. The fact that Nakamoto is presumed to be a pseudonym only adds to the intrigue. “I like the innovative nature of Bitcoin,” shared investment manager William T. Hepburn, … [Read more...] about Bitcoin: Currency of the Future?
After 40 Years, HomCo Lumber & Hardware Keeps Improving
As HomCo Lumber & Hardware enters its 41st year in business, as the store owner, I am excited to tell the company’s story. My father started the company in 1975 on a little dirt lot in Phoenix. He named it ODDS-N-ENDS LUMBER. We opened the Flagstaff store in 1979 on four acres with a 2,000-square-foot Quonset Hut. Now, we occupy a 50,000-square-foot store with five acres of lumberyard. We changed our name to HomCo Lumber & Hardware in 2013, but still have the corporate name of … [Read more...] about After 40 Years, HomCo Lumber & Hardware Keeps Improving
Whoa Nelly, National Park Service Celebrating 100 Years
Horses and mules of the Grand Canyon are kicking off the National Park Service Centennial. Last month, they made their first 2016 appearance by trotting through the Parade of Roses in Pasadena, California. “Our participation at the Tournament of Roses Parade televised our history and continued use of horses and pack animals to accomplish our daily duties in the National Park Service,” said Shannon Miller, program manager for the Grand Canyon South Rim Horse Patrol. “Without these animals, we … [Read more...] about Whoa Nelly, National Park Service Celebrating 100 Years
How to Make Sure You’re Safely Getting Enough Vitamin D
Often, after recommending that patients protect themselves from the sun, I am asked, “Shouldn't I get sun exposure to get Vitamin D?” It's true that there has been concern that sunscreen use prevents the synthesis of vitamin D by the skin. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that is vital for strong bones and a healthy immune system. Without vitamin D, the body cannot process calcium and phosphorus – two minerals necessary for healthy bones. The American Academy of Dermatology does not … [Read more...] about How to Make Sure You’re Safely Getting Enough Vitamin D
‘Gently,’ ‘Wisely’ Philosophy Guiding Radiation Tests
As 2016 gets started, it’s a great time to remember the importance of family and friends and look ahead to setting new goals for living a happy and healthy life. The health care landscape in America has certainly changed over the last several years, with more changes and more uncertainly around the corner. However, at the end of the day – or the beginning of the year – it’s important to remember the tremendous health care resources available to us here in the United States. One of those … [Read more...] about ‘Gently,’ ‘Wisely’ Philosophy Guiding Radiation Tests