Many times, Northern Arizona residents feel that they must head south to find what they need for the holidays. Located in our own backyard are a variety of options waiting to be discovered. The Flagstaff Mall and The Marketplace offer everything from electronics and tools to home goods and clothing. You can even take time out from the hustle and bustle and treat yourself to a massage or a pedicure. With larger stores such as JCPenney, Dillard’s, Sears, Best Buy combined with national favorites … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Mall Bringing in the New
Important to Contact Tax Pro
Have you visited your doctor for your annual physical? Have you seen your dentist once or twice in the past year? Your financial health is as important as your physical health. To stay healthy, you must monitor your health and be aware of any changes. Your financial health needs to be monitored in the same way. Even though you see your licensed tax professional once a year, you may need to have another meeting or checkup during the off-season. Your tax professional can keep you on the right … [Read more...] about Important to Contact Tax Pro
Sedona 30 Creates Miracles
Sedona 30 is here to help. “Helping Sedona helps ourselves and makes our community a better place,” said Jody Beeler, the 2013-2014 Sedona 30 president and chairman of the Sedona Miracle in 2009. Serving the Sedona community since 1982, the Sedona 30 was founded by Bill Garland “to work toward the betterment of the Sedona community.” Garland, a businessman and World War II veteran, came to Sedona in the 1940s and created the philanthropic organization. The 30-year development of the Sedona … [Read more...] about Sedona 30 Creates Miracles
Sixteen Memorable Days
One of the worst things about the timing of the shutdown of the federal government in Northern Arizona was that it happened at the peak of the fall tourist season when temperatures are mellow, both mountains and canyons are exploding with golden foliage, and the region typically enjoys a surge of visitors. One of the better things about the timing of the shutdown was that it lasted only 16 days. Different businesses and tourism attractions experienced the shutdown differently – those … [Read more...] about Sixteen Memorable Days
Refreshed Feet for Health
The holiday season can be an exciting yet chaotic time of year. Spending hours on your feet while shopping, cooking or entertaining can not only cause you to feel exhausted, but can also wreak havoc on your feet. It’s easy to forget about your feet and underestimate their importance. However, feet are the foundation of the body and contain 33 muscles, 26 bones and 7,000 nerves alone, so it’s important to find relief and give them some serious tender love and care. One of the best ways to take … [Read more...] about Refreshed Feet for Health
New AllianceFlagstaff Banking Center
Alliance Bank of Arizona, the state’s largest locally owned and headquartered bank, broke ground today on a new multimillion-dollar Flagstaff banking center. Alliance Bank of Arizona President Ed Zito hosted the groundbreaking event with Executive Vice President Sherri Slayton. The event was also attended by Flagstaff Mayor Jerry Nabours and President and CEO of the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, Julie Pastrick. “Since we opened our first branch in Flagstaff eight years ago, we have been … [Read more...] about New AllianceFlagstaff Banking Center
Prepare Your Garden Now For Next Summer
Many people tend to think that once the first frost arrives, gardening tasks are over until spring. No more pulling weeds, hoeing, digging, pruning or watering. The truth is, fall is the best time to prepare your yard for bountiful blooms next season. Although you may have to bundle up while outside in the cooler months of October and November, a little ground work – including cleaning, maintenance and planning – will save you a great deal of time and effort when gardening season rolls … [Read more...] about Prepare Your Garden Now For Next Summer
The Day of the Raven
The intelligence, cleverness and beauty of ravens will take flight during The Day of the Raven at the Museum of Northern Arizona from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, November 23. Join artists, authors, naturalists and more as they explore the wily wonder and mythology of these fascinating winged creatures. Poetry, fine art, author readings, hands-on activities and a presentation by the Audubon Society will enlighten audiences to the amazing lives of ravens. Learn how … [Read more...] about The Day of the Raven
Community College Question Defeated
Coconino Community College's override initiative was defeated by county voters 55.25% to 44.76 voting in favor of the measure. The proposed property tax increase would have protected the college's core missions. CCC has had its state funding cut during the past decade and has made reductions in offerings. Further changes and reductions will likely be necessary going forward, based on comments from the school's administrators. … [Read more...] about Community College Question Defeated
DeRosa Receiving International Recognition
Carl DeRosa, P.T., Ph.D., a physical therapist at DeRosa Physical Therapy, a division of The Summit Center, was invited to present in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, at the Interdisciplinary World Congress on Low Back & Pelvic Pain. Dr. DeRosa will speak to hundreds of specialists on Oct. 29, 2013, about the new paradigms of exercise for managing low-back conditions. This World Congress is only held every three years. It brings together a myriad of low-back pain experts from different … [Read more...] about DeRosa Receiving International Recognition