Many individuals still wonder how healthcare reform will affect them personally. If the legislation remains, Health Benefit Exchanges (called HBEs or Exchanges) will be organizations with the most direct contact with many middle- and low-income consumers, as well as small business owners. Under the current Affordable Care Act (ACA), otherwise known as “Obamacare,” exchanges are required to be fully operational in every state by Jan. 1, 2014, when the individual mandate takes effect. The … [Read more...] about Gov. Deciding Key Component of Obamacare
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Google Grant to Transform Building
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced today, on the main stage at its annual Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, a $3 million grant from Google that will catalyze the transformation of the building materials industry and accelerate the creation of healthier indoor environments. "Healthy, non-toxic building materials are a critical component in green building," said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO & Founding Chair, U.S. Green Building Council. "Fostering awareness of … [Read more...] about Google Grant to Transform Building
Businesses Pinning it Down
Since Pinterest launched in September 2010, it has gained over 11 million followers and is currently the fastest growing social networking site. With more visitors than LinkedIn and Google +, some business owners are taking notice. Pinterest is a virtual pin board of images. Users can “pin” images from the web, upload their own images or re-pin images from other users. When registered, users can create a profile, customize their own pin boards, follow other users’ boards and comment on and … [Read more...] about Businesses Pinning it Down
EPA Guidelines Creating Controversy
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced new regulations to limit hazardous emissions at three of Arizona’s coal plants near Cholla, St. Johns and Willcox in an effort to reduce regional haze, visibility problems in the national parks and possible negative health effects. Some Arizona residents, physicians and tribal leaders have shown their support for implementation of the EPA’s guidelines to clean the air, but others believe these changes are unnecessary and may hurt … [Read more...] about EPA Guidelines Creating Controversy
FMC HVC Welcoming Heart Rhythm Specialist
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
Water Festival Making a Splash
I believe water will be the defining crisis of our century. - Alexandra Cousteau, keynote speaker for the Flagstaff Festival of Science Over 500 fourth graders, 23 NAU future teachers and many representatives from the City of Flagstaff, Willow Bend and other departments from NAU heard the recent challenge put forth by Alexandra Cousteau to give more attention to the water crisis. They all came to participate in Arizona Project Wet Water Festival, where they learned all about this precious … [Read more...] about Water Festival Making a Splash
Good Visibility Important for Halloween Safety
These safety tips are offered by Barnett Dulaney Perkins Eye Center. On Halloween, an assortment of ballerinas, clowns, ghosts, and other goblins will have their eyes on just one thing—candy. Roaming dimly lit neighborhoods is part of the fun for children in pursuit of treats, but it can also be dangerous. Trick-or-treaters and parents need to remember that on Halloween, to be safe, you must be seen. Studies have shown that a child’s risk of injury or death as a result of being … [Read more...] about Good Visibility Important for Halloween Safety
Advertising Agency Expanding in Flagstaff
Out The Window Advertising is pleased to announce it has once again expanded its staff to support its increasing client list. The Flagstaff-based creative marketing business recently welcomed three new employees and two new clients as part of their ongoing growth in 2012. The company recently hired Kim Hall as the Senior Vice President. Kim Hall has over twenty years of advertising experience encompassing a wide range of marketing positions from account management to media sales in a … [Read more...] about Advertising Agency Expanding in Flagstaff
Brewing Sign Code Controversy
According to the International Sign Association (ISA), signage is the least expensive and most effective form of advertising. Signs can account for 50 percent of a business’s customers. “I was so surprised to get so much response from the signs, compared to other advertising I’ve done,” said one new business owner who asked to remain anonymous. “I felt like it was a real blessing.” In three short weeks, her A-frame sign placed on private property near a high-traffic corridor netted … [Read more...] about Brewing Sign Code Controversy
Celebrating High Altitude Training
Robin Lyon is busy preparing for this month’s Half Ironman World Championships in Las Vegas. She made the cut after placing first overall in the 28th Annual Mountain Man Olympic Distance Triathlon. The event was held on the last day of the Summer Olympic Games, where conversations about training in Flagstaff enjoyed a world stage. Many people are just hearing about the benefits of training in this Northern Arizona mountain town, something Robin Lyon has known about for years. “Training in … [Read more...] about Celebrating High Altitude Training