I don’t know about you, but I am ready to have a relaxed and fun summer! The stress of the past two years has certainly been difficult for many of us, and chronic stress takes its toll on the body’s systems, changing our energy, mood and immune function. If you’ve been feeling anxious, depressed, fatigued or chronically under the weather, chronic stress may be playing a role. Specific vitamins and minerals can contribute to mood, energy and immune health. Sub-optimal levels of these nutrients … [Read more...] about Eight Nutrients to Improve Mood, Energy, Immunity
Reaping the Joy, Benefits of Family Gardening
When you have a family garden, you cultivate more than food and flowers. That’s what I’ve learned as someone who has gardened with my parents and grandparents, and as a mom who has spent countless hours having fun with my sons planting and growing things. Now, our family is unique – my boys are the fourth generation to work at Warner’s Nursery – but I think the benefits of gardening with your loved ones are pretty universal. First and foremost is the quality time you get to spend … [Read more...] about Reaping the Joy, Benefits of Family Gardening
Walking Is Good for Your Feet
An active lifestyle requires healthy feet. We all know that walking is good for your heart, great to help maintain weight and keeps you fit. We also know that it can put a great deal of strain on your feet, which makes it hard to stick to a walking program. But when your feet are functioning properly, walking is actually good for your feet too. It increases circulation in your feet, helps keep the joints moving well and maintains the elasticity of the soft tissue, muscles, and tendons. “I … [Read more...] about Walking Is Good for Your Feet
Managing Risk in Your Life
Both consciously and subconsciously, we constantly evaluate those risks and then modify our behavior. The result is a risk level that we as individuals are comfortable with. Daily activities as simple as crossing a street are relatively low risk if, and only if, we apply the commonsense criteria of looking both ways beforehand. Too frequently, we see folks so absorbed in their electronic devices that they are completely unaware of any risk around them. They are apparently OK with the … [Read more...] about Managing Risk in Your Life
Community Amenities Trending Pickleball
Lifestyle and community amenities sell homes. The old adage about location, location, location is still accurate; however, these days, it is more about lifestyle plus location. During the summer, a majority of buyers looking to purchase in Flagstaff are simply looking to escape to cooler temperatures. And also, to find outdoor activities for themselves and/or their children and guests. As temperatures heat up in the Valley, we are experiencing the same with real estate sales in Flagstaff. … [Read more...] about Community Amenities Trending Pickleball
ATHENA Nominations Being Accepted
The Quad Cities area is preparing to recognize and celebrate local women leaders who excel in business, support their communities and mentor others. Nominations are being accepted now through Aug. 1, for the third annual Prescott-area ATHENA Award, an international honor sponsored by Quad Cities Business News and Prescott Woman Magazine. Business Coach Colleen Biggs is scheduled to be the keynote speaker, presenting “Ignite your Personal Power" at the ATHENA High Tea celebration, where the … [Read more...] about ATHENA Nominations Being Accepted
Astronauts are Back, Training in the Dark
Space-suited astronauts are training again on Babbitt Ranches, preparing for the manned Artemis mission scheduled to explore the lunar South Pole in 2025. The goal is to find ice, which may enable future explorers to set up a space station on the Moon and serve as a launching pad into deeper space. “Because of where Artemis and VIPER [a planetary rover set for launch next year] are landing, the angle of the sun is really, really low. Craters may contain ice that never sees the sun. The … [Read more...] about Astronauts are Back, Training in the Dark
Last of the Large Loggers Leaves Flagstaff
When forest restoration giant Wally Covington drives by the Ribelin Logging Co. sort yard on East Huntington in Flagstaff and sees the equipment up for sale, it makes him sad. “They are very good operators in the forest and had a huge impact on the community.” With decades of experience, millions of dollars invested in logging equipment and a deep love for the forest, Ribelin Logging Co. President Ken Ribelin says the family-owned and operated business – a thriving logging company that at one … [Read more...] about Last of the Large Loggers Leaves Flagstaff
Vote of Confidence Means Additional Workforce Support from CCC
Coconino County voters have approved an increase in funding for Coconino Community College. That means new and expanded offerings focusing on career and technical training to help Coconino County’s workforce will become a reality over the next several years. On Friday, May 27, during a special session, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors certified the election results for CCC’s request to increase the primary property tax levy to support the college. “On behalf of Coconino Community … [Read more...] about Vote of Confidence Means Additional Workforce Support from CCC
Rosie’s Room to Support Struggling Newborns and their Families
Rosie Byrne is a spirited little redhead who loves to sing “Trot Old Joe,” listen to stories at the Flagstaff library and make everyone around her smile and laugh. Indeed, there is a great deal of joy surrounding this energetic 2-and-a-half-year-old, along with an abundance of gratitude and a community of support. Soon, through the efforts of Rosie’s grandparents and generous donations from businesses inspired by Rosie’s story, there will be “Rosie’s Room,” named in her honor in Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Rosie’s Room to Support Struggling Newborns and their Families