Northern Arizona residents now have access to a cardiac electrophysiologist at The Heart & Vascular Center of Northern Arizona (HVCNA). Lynn Otto, M.D., is the newest physician to join HVCNA. As a board certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist, Dr. Otto specializes in the electrical activities of the heart, including diagnosing and treating irregular heart rhythms and implanting and managing heart devices such as pacemakers and defibrillators. “Electrophysiology is one of the … [Read more...] about FMC HVC Welcoming Heart Rhythm Specialist
Using Connection Strategies
Success is leveraged by our connections, but relationships take thought, focus, effort and time to develop. Have you ever experienced what you thought was a great connection with a potential customer or client that resulted in zip, nada, nothing? All too often, I hear business owners talk about strong leads that never seem to roll around. So what gives? How do you keep the conversation going and capitalize on all those great leads you initially felt were a good fit? While first impressions are … [Read more...] about Using Connection Strategies
ADOT Easing I-17 Congestion for Motorists
Almost every driver traveling uphill has experienced getting stuck behind a slow-moving vehicle or truck and not being able to pass, but the Arizona Department of Transportation has a solution on one heavily traveled stretch on Interstate 17. In an effort to improve safety, ease congestion and prevent delays on the main travel route between Phoenix and northern Arizona, ADOT will soon begin a project to build a climbing lane on southbound Interstate 17 to the top of Copper Canyon south of … [Read more...] about ADOT Easing I-17 Congestion for Motorists
Protecting Rural Infrastructure
Shortly after the economy began its downward spiral in 2008, our state and local economies felt the impact almost immediately. Families cut back on spending, forcing businesses and organizations to slash staff. Unemployment soared, the housing and construction markets faltered and skyrocketing fuel costs caused motorists to drive less and some vehicles went unregistered. That proved detrimental to the state’s Highway User Revenue Fund (HURF), which relies on fuel taxes at the pump, motor … [Read more...] about Protecting Rural Infrastructure
New Mattress Store Open in Flagstaff
Mattress Firm, Inc., one of the nation’s largest specialty mattress retailers, today announced the opening of a new location in Flagstaff, Arizona. The new 12,000 square foot supercenter is located at 4480 N. US Highway 89. “We are thrilled to be opening a new location in Flagstaff and look forward to offering our customers the same great shopping experience they have come to expect at our other locations throughout Arizona,” said Steve Stagner, Mattress Firm’s chief executive officer. “Our … [Read more...] about New Mattress Store Open in Flagstaff
Vision Correction Options
If you have ever thought about how nice it would be to see clearly without being constantly dependent on glasses or contact lenses, you have probably heard of LASIK. But do you know that since this vision correction procedure was first introduced, advances in technology have made it even safer and more effective? And do you know that LASIK is not your only option for achieving your best possible vision? Beyond LASIK, another option, called an implantable contact lens, or ICL, is also available. … [Read more...] about Vision Correction Options
Sedona SCORE Counseling
Nov. 28th 10:00-4:00 p.m. Free, confidential business counseling from SCORE is available to any small business entrepreneur, whether just starting up a business or working to improve an existing small business. Offered at the Chamber of Commerce's offices on the fourth Wednesday of each month, you can schedule a one-hour session on any topic of concern to you about your business. Call the Chamber at 204-1123 to schedule your appointment on the following dates. For more information on SCORE. … [Read more...] about Sedona SCORE Counseling
CMS and KNAU Partnering
Two of northern Arizona's longest serving not-for-profit directors KNAU's John Stark and Chamber Music Sedona's Bert Harclerode are pleased to announce their partnership establishing KNAU as the official 2012-13 media sponsor of the The Met: Live in HD simulcasts presented by Chamber Music Sedona at the Sedona Performing Arts Center (SPAC) - 'Arizona's Place to See the Met Live in HD.' "We have a very diverse listening audience," said Stark, "and there simply aren't enough hours in … [Read more...] about CMS and KNAU Partnering
Reconsidering Genetically Modified Foods
“Try to make things better for someone / sometimes you end up making it a thousand times worse.” From Bob Dylan’s “Sugar Baby” The law of unintended consequences describes the situation we are facing with genetically modified foods. Proponents claim that the motivation was and is to help farmers increase their crop yields and make it less expensive for them to get their product to market and to help grow more nutritious, drought-resistant food to feed the world’s starving masses. … [Read more...] about Reconsidering Genetically Modified Foods
Experiencing Peru – Part 1
I have been to Peru three times now and just love this fascinating country. And what an incredible experience the Inca Trail is – made up of steep trails, “paved” with flat stones by the Incas 500 years ago! This area is rich with fascinating history. At one time, the Inca Empire had a longer road network than the Roman Empire. With each step up the Inca Trail, the stresses of our every day lives fall further away until we just get lost in the rhythm of our steps and breath and we begin to … [Read more...] about Experiencing Peru – Part 1