I never smoked. I didn’t drink. I eat right,” said Helen Boswell, who enjoyed her 108th birthday in a celebration that included four generations of family members at The Peaks, A Senior Living Community in Flagstaff on Thursday, July 6. “It was delightful because she enjoyed it so much,” said her daughter, Susan Rieck, who joined the party with her daughter, Allison, and granddaughter, Jaden. “She loved it and that’s the biggest thing for me. She is friendly and sociable, but she’s quiet. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Centenarian Advises Others to ‘Eat Right’
NACA Evolved from ‘Resting Place’ to Healthy Community
Native Americans for Community Action, Inc. (NACA) originated in the late 1960s, as a place for Native American individuals to eat, rest, visit and receive various health services. In 1969, the newly established “Indian Center Organization” (now known as NACA) began fundraising and building support in the community. When NACA first opened in 1971, its purpose was to be a “resting place,” a hospitality center, designed to offer a variety of social and health-related programs. Soon thereafter, … [Read more...] about NACA Evolved from ‘Resting Place’ to Healthy Community
Destigmatizing Relapse and Addiction
Substance abuse is the cause of thousands of deaths every year, affecting the lives of the people suffering through addiction and their loved ones. Treatment experts deal with these facts every single day. Treatment for substance use has come a long way, with a variety of options to help people achieve sobriety. However, these treatments don’t reach enough people who deal with substance abuse issues. One of the reasons for this is the stigma around addiction and relapse that still exists. We … [Read more...] about Destigmatizing Relapse and Addiction
NAH Opens New EntireCare Rehab, Sports Medicine Clinic
Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) has opened a new westside EntireCare Rehab & Sports Medicine clinic in Flagstaff, at 2000 S. Thompson Street. At the clinic, experienced therapists treat people of all ages and physical conditions, whether someone is recovering from surgery, has a chronic illness or is a competitive athlete recovering from an injury. EntireCare offers physical, occupational, speech and hand therapies, all of which are all prescribed by a provider for inpatients and … [Read more...] about NAH Opens New EntireCare Rehab, Sports Medicine Clinic
Collaborative Efforts Underway to Keep Flagstaff Safe from Wildfire, Floods
Hot and dry weather renews our concerns about destructive wildland fires. They can start in an instant and our strong winds can quickly cause them to grow, sometimes taking them out of the control of our firefighters. What’s being done to protect our community and ensure that fire in the surrounding forests is helping to keep them healthy instead of scorching everything in its path and leaving the soil hydrophobic, resulting in flooding? Quite a bit, with more to come. I want to emphasize … [Read more...] about Collaborative Efforts Underway to Keep Flagstaff Safe from Wildfire, Floods
Getting to Know Findlay Volkswagen Service Manager Director Chris Allen
Findlay Volkswagen Service Manager/Director Chris Allen has worked in the automotive industry for 17 years, exclusively with Volkswagen. He has been a master Volkswagen technician, service advisor and service director. He says the best part about his job is working alongside an amazing team and being able to help people achieve their goals. The Findlay Volkswagen team sat down with Chris with the following questions to help the community get to know him. Q: WHAT MAKES WORKING FOR FINDLAY VW … [Read more...] about Getting to Know Findlay Volkswagen Service Manager Director Chris Allen
Meet Annabelle Chhun from Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel
Annabelle Chhun is the talent recruiter with Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel and has been with the company for almost three years. If you haven’t met her yet, we hope our conversation below will help you get to know her! Q: What is the most rewarding thing about your job? I love the excitement that people have when you tell them they got the job. Q: What is one thing you think most people might not know about working at Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel? Grand Canyon Railway is … [Read more...] about Meet Annabelle Chhun from Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel
Save the Grapes
The perplexities of managing a Camp Verde vineyard during a heatwave is challenging, and finding friends to help in sweltering record-breaking 116-degree temperatures can be just as difficult. With veraison (the turning of grape berries that signals ripening) setting in, winegrower hobbyist Daniel Tierney covered his vines with nets to protect the grapes from thirsty birds. Flagstaff retired APS lineman Tom McNally and Camp Verde teacher Bob Kuebler came to the vineyard to help. “I was so … [Read more...] about Save the Grapes
Safety is Priority One with Firearms
There are four fundamental safety rules that apply to all firearms, all of the time. Lt. Col. Jeff Cooper developed these rules to keep you and those around you safe. They are: Treat every firearm as if it’s loaded. Keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Keep your finger off the trigger until you’re ready to fire. Know your target and what is beyond it. These rules may seem simple, yet, every day, folks violate them and sometimes, with the worst possible consequences. … [Read more...] about Safety is Priority One with Firearms
Historic Move for Affordable Housing
Nostalgia for days gone by mixed with gratitude for historic preservation and affordable housing solutions filled the warm summer air as members of three Flagstaff families came together unexpectedly to watch the century-old home that had been an important part of their lives move to another neighborhood downtown. Homeowner Helene Babbitt, who, with her husband, the late Jim Babbitt, bought the house at 12 N. Hillside in 1995, donated the home to Townsite CLT. The local non-profit … [Read more...] about Historic Move for Affordable Housing