Whether you're remodeling a kitchen, building one from scratch or just ready to give yours a face-lift, countertops are a central part of the look. And you may be daunted by the wealth of options on the market. Countertops make a huge difference in the look, function and wear of a kitchen. They can also be a great change artist to spruce up an existing home for resale. Below is sampling of some of the most common surfaces on the market today. Granite This … [Read more...] about Countertops 101: A Perfect Pairing
Is it a Heart Attack or Sudden Cardiac Arrest?
The most common symptoms of a heart attack include discomfort, pressure or heaviness in the chest and/or arms that can radiate to the back and throat. Discomfort may be felt in the stomach that resembles heartburn, nausea or indigestion. Sweating, vomiting, dizziness, extreme weakness, shortness of breath and a rapid or irregular heartbeat also could be indicators of a heart attack. Fatty deposits, calcium, proteins and inflammatory cells build up within the arteries to form plaque. This … [Read more...] about Is it a Heart Attack or Sudden Cardiac Arrest?
Is a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Right for You?
Most manufacturers and almost every dealership offer certified pre-owned vehicles (CPO). What is a certified pre-owned vehicle and are there some industry or federal standards? In reality, it is another option for buying a new or used vehicle, but the distinction and benefits can get very complicated from that point on. Why buy a CPO? Many buyers want the major part of the vehicle’s depreciation to be absorbed by the original owner. Some people only buy used vehicles and never consider new. … [Read more...] about Is a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Right for You?
Tulllis Enjoying Role as ‘Zoo’ Keeper
When Brandyn Tullis bought the Museum Club nightclub, he was too young to have a drink in his own establishment. He was also going to college and worked hard to keep his studies and his business in balance. “To serve alcohol and to work the floor, you only have to be 19,” he said. “I really didn’t have issues with that so I was able to do all my duties. As far as ordering a drink, that was a different story.” Now, Tullis is celebrating the 10th anniversary of owning this iconic Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Tulllis Enjoying Role as ‘Zoo’ Keeper
Plans, Projects to Improve Skier Experience
Despite another unseasonably mild winter in Flagstaff, Arizona Snowbowl experienced one of its finest seasons ever for both visitation and length of ski season. Officials cite the availability of manmade snow as the primary contributor. With further expansion of these snowmaking efforts, coupled with a strategic marketing plan, further growth is expected in upcoming years. Snowbowl welcomed 160,000 skiers during a season that ran from Nov. 28, 2014, through April 12, 2015. Sales and Marketing … [Read more...] about Plans, Projects to Improve Skier Experience
Fires of Change
September 5 - October 31, 2015 Coconino Center for the Arts Flagstaff Arts Council is pleased to announce Fires of Change, an NEA-funded art exhibition at the Coconino Center for the Arts slated for the fall of 2015. The exhibition will explore, through the eyes of artists, the increase in severity, size and number of wildfires in the Southwest – including the impact of climate change on this – and how wildfire impacts the land and communities. In order to participate in the exhibition, … [Read more...] about Fires of Change
Local Business Models Include Community Involvement
Absolute Bikes rides on a business model that is heavily focused on community involvement. By utilizing their own talents and interests, the people at the popular bike shop leverage the time they spend volunteering into promoting cycling and their store and, at the same time, benefit the Northern Arizona community. “The premise is that we have to do marketing – every business has to do it,” said Anthony Quintile, manager. “But the bicycle business is a small-margin business, so we had to look … [Read more...] about Local Business Models Include Community Involvement
Luck = Preparation + Opportunity
A good friend and mentor reminds me regularly that luck is where preparation meets opportunity. Luck is one of those things that successful people all seem to have, or that disappointed people say the other guy has. The truth is that luck isn’t the important part. Luck is the outcome, not the cause. It is the result of doing hard work and looking out for opportunities. NACET has a create-your-own luck opportunity beginning this summer. In late July, we will kick off a startup academy in … [Read more...] about Luck = Preparation + Opportunity
NAU Among Top Green Colleges
Princeton Review recently released its annual Guide to Green Colleges, naming Northern Arizona University among the elite 353 schools committed to sustainability. In order to make the list, the schools had to demonstrate they were environmentally aware by proving student life is both healthy and sustainable, employment preparation in the clean-energy of the economy is actively passed onto students and environmentally responsible school policies are in place. NAU has 10 LEED certified … [Read more...] about NAU Among Top Green Colleges
Navajo Head Start desperately needing facility upgrades
Navajo Head Start serves roughly 2,200 children across the Navajo Nation. Most head start centers are utilizing facilities that are more than 30 years old. These outdated facilities are falling apart and are unsuitable for effective learning and educational development for children. NHS has recently undergone a restructuring plan to improve and expand early childhood development services. The program is focused on preparing children for K-12 education by developing literacy, science and math … [Read more...] about Navajo Head Start desperately needing facility upgrades