Filmmaker Nikki Charnstrom first heard about the legendary Flagstaff tunnels last October. But when she started asking around for more information about the maze of passageways under the streets of downtown Flagstaff, she ran into brick walls. “Everyone I asked said no, they didn’t know about the tunnels, so it sparked my interest in forgotten history. That’s what motivated me to begin my journey of this project,” said Charnstrom. The underground labyrinth has been rumored to house Chinese … [Read more...] about Exploring Flagstaff’s Forgotten Underground
Unlocking Potential
The beginning of a New Year is a good time to refocus attention on professional growth and development, especially if you are a member of an organization or in the world of business. Assistance in the form of Lancaster Consulting is available for an individual or a team wishing to be trained to enhance their soft skills, set goals and reach them. To date, Julie Lancaster of Flagstaff has served more than 8,000 people, helping them to lay the groundwork for dynamic relationships and “on … [Read more...] about Unlocking Potential
The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise Distributes $1.5 Million to Benefit Navajo People
In accordance with The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprises’ (Navajo Gaming) plan of operation, and through the approval of its Gaming Board, Navajo Gaming, led by Derrick Watchman, CEO recently made a $1.5 Million distribution to the Gaming Distribution Fund. The $1.5 Million distribution, along with Navajo Gaming’s previous $6 Million distribution, reflects the hard work of 1,200 Navajo Gaming team members, 83% of which are Navajo. “We are honored to fulfill our obligations and make these … [Read more...] about The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise Distributes $1.5 Million to Benefit Navajo People
Give Your Sweetheart a Winter Wonderland
Whether it’s a first date, a new experience together, or couple time in nature, the Nordic Village can take away that Valentine’s Day pressure and offer a memorable experience in the snow-blanketed forest that will make you laugh, give you something to talk about and burn up enough calories so you can have that red velvet molten lava triple layer sweetheart cake, guilt free. “Cross-country skiing is a great first date,” says Nordic Village manager Wendell Johnson. “It’s an activity that … [Read more...] about Give Your Sweetheart a Winter Wonderland
Arizona Tech Advisors awarded certification as Apple Authorized Service Provider
February 2, 2016, Apple has chosen Arizona Tech Advisors (ATA) as its premier authorized service provider in northern Arizona. ATA can now service devices such as iPads, Macs, iPods, Apple TV’s and Apple Watches, without voiding warranties. ATA can also provide Apple in-warranty support, service any manufacture defects and provide AppleCare (extended warranty support) at no charge to the customer. “We are very excited about our expanded capacity to meet the needs of northern Arizona’s … [Read more...] about Arizona Tech Advisors awarded certification as Apple Authorized Service Provider
Lawmakers Considering County Budgets
The 2016 legislative session at the Arizona State Legislature is underway, and the state budget and legislative proposals affecting Coconino County residents are being debated by lawmakers. We are hopeful that the session will lead to good solutions for counties. While there were many successes during last year’s session, counties across the state were required to help balance the state budget by financially subsidizing state government more than in any previous year. This budget cycle, … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Considering County Budgets
NAU Researcher: Improving Quality of Life for Seriously Ill
Being diagnosed with a potentially life-threatening illness is distressing enough but a dearth of cohesive services often compounds the difficulty, according to an NAU researcher. Mary Anne Hale Reynolds, an associate professor in the School of Nursing, focuses on adults, ages 20-59, and the physical, psychosocial, emotional and spiritual impacts following a life-threatening disease diagnosis. Reynolds’ area of expertise is palliative care, which she described as an array of services … [Read more...] about NAU Researcher: Improving Quality of Life for Seriously Ill
Why Market Timing Does Not Work
Few words characterize today’s financial markets like uncertainty. When overseas economic issues can rob investors of months of gains and speeches by Federal Reserve officials cause markets to flip-flop unpredictably, investors are left wondering what they should do. In an attempt to make major market movements work for their portfolios rather than against, some investors attempt to time the market. Market timing is the strategy of trying to predict future market movements to time … [Read more...] about Why Market Timing Does Not Work
Spoil the One You Love This Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air. While Valentine’s Day can be seen as cliché – with teddy bears, chocolates and roses galore – it’s always nice to stand out and give that special someone a first. Don’t stick to the usual dinner routine at a local restaurant, get creative this year and make Valentine’s Day unforgettable with some of these great date ideas. Reenact Your First Date Take a stroll down memory lane and reenact your first date. If the date was at a restaurant, make reservations at the same … [Read more...] about Spoil the One You Love This Valentine’s Day
Understanding Benefits of the Lyric Hearing Aid
The Lyric is a hearing aid that is housed inside the ear canal for extended periods of time. No need to change a battery or put the hearing aid in a recharging device at night. All you need to do is go to your audiologist and ask to try a pair of them! Discreet Amplification The most amazing consequence of wearing the Lyric is that you are a “normal” person. You do not have to be careful with your hearing aids around the house so the dog or cat does not eat them when you take … [Read more...] about Understanding Benefits of the Lyric Hearing Aid