When was the last time you walked into a coffee shop and enjoyed a cup of coffee that someone had already paid for? An opportunity for such a treat began here in Flagstaff on May 1st when the White Dove Coffee Shop on 7th Avenue in East Flagstaff and Cedar House Coffee Shop at 2009 East Cedar Avenue began hosting a program called “Pay It Forward.” “The cup of coffee is actually a symbol of peace and good will,” Katarina Karjala explained. Some peacemakers wishing to share their good fortune … [Read more...] about Locals Spreading Message of Peace
John Wettaw: Academic and Political Icon
“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” What more fitting words for native Illinois scholar and legislator John Wettaw, Ph.D. than those of world-famous Illinois attorney, later U.S. Representative and ultimately, President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. The “…life in your years” phrase is most apt for Wettaw, who is now 75. With the end of spring semester at Northern Arizona University, Wettaw will retire, having served 47 … [Read more...] about John Wettaw: Academic and Political Icon
Shedding ‘Poverty with a View’ Reputation
Northern Arizona residents nod in agreement when they hear a friend or colleague sigh, “Oh, Flagstaff, it’s ‘poverty with a view.’” The favorite Northern Arizona colloquialism is shared by many as a sort of badge of courage for choosing to live in Flagstaff when they could be living elsewhere where they believe wages are higher and the cost of living lower. However, demographic information and market research shows that the popular expression may not be quite so accurate. It is true that … [Read more...] about Shedding ‘Poverty with a View’ Reputation
Page Springs Cellars Celebrating 10 Years
Page Springs Cellars is hosting what is sure to be the state’s most vibrant and entertaining wine and music festival this year. Taking the place of the winery’s extremely popular annual fall Harvest Festival and in celebration of Page Springs’ 10th Anniversary, the Tilted Earth Wine and Music Festival will be held on June 21 during the summer solstice at the beautiful Riverfront Park in Cottonwood. The park truly sets the stage for an enjoyable event, with expansive open space and lush, green … [Read more...] about Page Springs Cellars Celebrating 10 Years
Palette To Palate Raising Thousands for CCC
Preeminent Navajo artist Shonto Begay and Karen Enyedy showcase Begay’s acrylic painting School Bound, Sheep Camp Blessing. The artwork was donated by Begay for Coconino Community College’s Palette To Palate to raise money for the school’s Fine Arts Department. Enyedy was the winning bidder of the original painting, which depicts a time in Begay’s life when he was removed from the reservation and sent to a boarding school, an experience that he says appears in his dreams and is reflected in his … [Read more...] about Palette To Palate Raising Thousands for CCC
Living and Leading Well
At its best, leadership is not only about “getting the job done” from the perspective of the organization, it’s also about helping organizational members live well. But, what does it mean to live well? As you might imagine, this isn’t an easy question. It’s been pondered for centuries by folks much wiser than I am. It’s no surprise that our friends the ancient Greeks had some thoughts on the topic. (Quick disclaimer: I am giving you my understanding of this matter. My friends at NAU’s … [Read more...] about Living and Leading Well
A Better Community Development
Customer service and using best business practices has always been vital in everything we do in Coconino County, but there is always room for improvement. Sometimes the best way to see what needs to be done to improve is to invite an outsider to take a look and provide insight on how to work more efficiently and how to improve customer service. Last year, the county did just that with our Community Development Department, which recently underwent an organizational restructuring to … [Read more...] about A Better Community Development
The Premas: Extreme Entrepreneurs
It was not exactly an arranged marriage for Robin and Pragna Prema, but it was close. Their uncles exchanged photos of the two, which they shared with the young people. Robin saw Pragna’s photo and liked what he saw. “She was very cute,” he said. Pragna noticed Robin’s photo was taken at the Grand Canyon, which looked good to her. “Then I said ‘Wow! He looks good too.” The two began burning up the phone lines and decided to marry three weeks later. That … [Read more...] about The Premas: Extreme Entrepreneurs
Dental Technology Treats Headaches
I have written several articles talking about your oral health’s link to your overall systemic health. The link between periodontal disease (gum disease) and heart disease and stroke have been well documented. There are now alternatives to a CPAP for those who are unable to use one for sleep apnea that can be fabricated by your dentist to help with symptoms of sleep apnea and snoring. One of the chronic medical problems plaguing our country is that of headaches. Yes, that is correct, … [Read more...] about Dental Technology Treats Headaches
Memorial Day Parade
May 24, 11am – 1pm Along Historic Route 66, in Williams, Arizona. More information at the Williams Chamber of Commerce. 928.635.0273 … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Parade