Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) has entered into a cancer care coordination agreement with City of Hope to help treat complex or rare cases of cancer in Northern Arizona. City of Hope is one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States. According to a news release, this new alliance will expand NAH’s services across all of its Northern Arizona locations to include consultations and virtual appointments for patients with complex or rare forms of cancer. In … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Healthcare Announces Cancer Care Coordination with City of Hope
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Successful People Plan, Practice, Persist While Ignoring Polar Bears
When we witness someone achieving extraordinary success or delivering a flawless performance, we are often tempted to call it “genius” or “in their DNA,” which really diminishes the effort and practice put in by the individual and also takes the pressure off the rest of us for ever having to do anything exceptional. And to that, I say, “Fine. Just stop thinking about white bears.” In Heidi Grant Halvorson’s nifty little book, “9 Things Successful People Do Differently,” she places strategies … [Read more...] about Successful People Plan, Practice, Persist While Ignoring Polar Bears
Bingo: Dark Sky Brewing Company Puts the Fun in Fundraising
Every Monday night, Dark Sky Brewing Company hosts Bingo games and donates 100% of the proceeds to a nonprofit organization. In July, the establishment at 103 W. Birch Ave. in downtown Flagstaff chose the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition. “We raised $1,100 to help sponsor the Dark Sky Party that happens this month,” said Dark Sky Brewing Company Community Outreach Manager Stephanie Johnson. As the name implies, Dark Sky Brewing (DSB) is a big fan and supporter of Flagstaff’s extraordinarily … [Read more...] about Bingo: Dark Sky Brewing Company Puts the Fun in Fundraising
Clear Title Agency Named a ‘Top Company to Work for in Arizona’ Again
Arizona Capitol Times’ Best Companies Group and Best Companies AZ announced that Clear Title Agency of Arizona has earned a spot on the list of Top Companies to Work for in Arizona for the 12th consecutive year. This annual program was created to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in Arizona for company culture and business influence. To be considered for participation, companies had to have a facility in Arizona, have at least 15 employees, and be in business for a minimum of … [Read more...] about Clear Title Agency Named a ‘Top Company to Work for in Arizona’ Again
Fall at Flagstaff Pulliam Airport is Set to Take Off
This fall, Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) is gearing up for a busy season. Starting in October, FLG will expand its flight schedule with one new route and several additional flights on existing routes. The updated flight schedule includes up to three daily flights to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), up to five daily flights to Phoenix (PHX), and a new, weekly seasonal flight to Los Angeles (LAX) every Saturday. These additional flights signal a positive shift for our community, reflecting progress in … [Read more...] about Fall at Flagstaff Pulliam Airport is Set to Take Off
Food Center Garden Thriving with Community Support
Reviving the Flagstaff Family Food Center (FFFC) Community Garden to boost more nourishment to their meals is a dream that FFFC Kitchen Manager and Lead Cook Lisa Aguiñaga has had on her plate for years. Together with community collaborators and volunteers, the FFFC Community Garden is in full bloom and Aguiñaga’s vision has finally come to fruition. “We are mindful of the food that we serve to clients. A lot of people are surprised that we do what we do,” she said. “Three years ago, when I … [Read more...] about Food Center Garden Thriving with Community Support
Coconino County Fair Turns Seventy-Five
In 75 years, the Coconino County Fair has been an anticipated event for locals, visitors and Northern Arizona families. The lineup of fun this year included bands, multiple fair food options, carnival rides, livestock and even camels. “I am so thankful for the Coconino County Fair,” said Carla Casciola Davis of Flagstaff. “It still carries that small town community feeling. I especially enjoyed the School Days portion. I walked through and saw a lot of students from different schools that I … [Read more...] about Coconino County Fair Turns Seventy-Five
Verde Valley Mother-Daughter Team Roll Out Bark & Bakery
From beefy burritos to vegan burgers, food trucks in Arizona have continued to gain popularity. The latest sensation on wheels is Bark & Bakery. “Right now, we are the first and only animal food truck in Arizona,” said Beth Fiscus, who runs the business with her daughter, Amanda. “Keeping our best friends, that is our dogs, healthy is vital because, let’s face it, they’re not with us very long so we want them to have the best life ever.” With that in mind, the Bark & Bakery … [Read more...] about Verde Valley Mother-Daughter Team Roll Out Bark & Bakery
Kahtoola Celebrates 25 Years of Adventure
Whether scaling an icy spire, hiking in a snowstorm or running into a grocery store on a wintry Flagstaff day, Kahtoola has been providing packable traction of varying degrees to help outdoor enthusiasts stick their steps. The Flagstaff-based company, famous for MICROspikes and known worldwide for its “stretch-on traction” products, is marking 25 years in business this month and founder/inventor Danny Giovale is every bit as excited as the day he saw his KTS Hiking Crampons displayed in Mountain … [Read more...] about Kahtoola Celebrates 25 Years of Adventure
All Systems Go
“What do you think of this place?” asks Charlie Chotabtim, mastermind of Go Sushi and Thai, as guests enter his newest creation, RiceThings Vs. Ramen N Boba, a candy-colored Asian emporium across Milton from Go Sushi in the Target shopping center. Besides the rice bowls, ramen and boba (Taiwanese bubble tea) drinks, there are snacks from seven different countries, including Japan, China, Malaysia and the Philippines. A cold case houses mochi, macaroons and rare sweets like Hokkaido milk bread … [Read more...] about All Systems Go