Visitors coming to Northern Arizona to experience the Great Outdoors are leaving their tents at home. They have discovered “glamping” and are connecting with nature without sacrificing creature comforts. The term glamping is a combination of the words ‘glamorous’ and ‘camping’ and is a popular way to experience outdoor adventure. Ever since the term was first coined in the United Kingdom in 2005, its meaning has morphed from images of the “Out of Africa” canvas safari tents with four-poster beds … [Read more...] about Glamping: Communing with Nature in Comfort
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Mary Jo West Uses Her Famous Voice to Advocate for Social Justice, Mental Illness, Children
She has interviewed presidents, flown with Mother Teresa, given a face to depression and helped HIV-infected orphans. Long-time Arizonans know her as the first primetime television news anchorwoman in the Phoenix market. But, teenage girls growing up in the ‘70s regarded her as their own personal hero, a real-life Mary Richards (played by Mary Tyler Moore), who really could “turn the world on with her smile.” Mary Jo West’s smile continues to break barriers and warm hearts. She lives by what … [Read more...] about Mary Jo West Uses Her Famous Voice to Advocate for Social Justice, Mental Illness, Children
Sedona Movement Guru Pens Guide to Being Best Self
Landmarks of the red-hued kind are Sedona’s calling card. While inspired by them constantly, Pilates expert and wellness professional Hayley Healey focuses more on the landmarks inside each us, those that guide and shape our movement patterns, and the deep connection between the mind and the body. If writing a self-improvement book were akin to penning one’s autobiographical path to maintaining wellness and taking the next step in a well-planned professional career, then first-time author … [Read more...] about Sedona Movement Guru Pens Guide to Being Best Self
Twin Arrows Deploys Arizona First Security Robot
The next time you visit Twin Arrows Casino Resort, you may meet “K5” patrolling the Twin Arrows parking lot. Looking and sounding a bit like R2-D2, the Star Wars character, the Knightscope K5 is a 398-pound autonomous robot that provides a commanding, but friendly, physical presence. The security robot, the first in Arizona, acts as a visual deterrent as well as an information gathering machine. “It’s not a one-to-one replacement for a security guard; it’s really just a way of taking their … [Read more...] about Twin Arrows Deploys Arizona First Security Robot
Runner Keeping Business Career on Track
As a Northern Arizona University student athlete, Canadian-born Krista Stepa spent much of her collegiate career competing. Whether running for the university’s track and cross country programs or presenting business development plans she devised while participating in the BizBlock program at the W.A. Franke College of Business, she often was in a position to measure herself against others. After graduating in 2009, Stepa translated those experiences into a successful business career. Stepa … [Read more...] about Runner Keeping Business Career on Track
Protecting Flagstaff’s Dark Skies around Naval Observatory
Civilization is creeping up on the U.S. Naval Observatory. At risk, said USNO Director Dr. Paul Shankland, is its dark sky status, which is important to astronomers and astrophysicists, and to national security. “In a general sense, we are responsible for the celestial reference frame,” he said, which is a catalog of about a billion stars and takes many years to build. The stars are still used for navigation purposes, for spacecraft, space probes and satellites. Thousands of satellites are in … [Read more...] about Protecting Flagstaff’s Dark Skies around Naval Observatory
Timberline Firearms & Training Hosts Grand Opening Celebration Saturday
Timberline Firearms & Training is hosting its official grand opening celebration from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.,Saturday, July 28. Participants 18 years old and older can shoot a Daniel Defense fully automatic rifle and other guns for free, with manufacturer representatives from Ruger, Walther, Patriot Ordnance Factory, Springfield and others available to provide expert advice. Shooting Lanes will be available at half price. Arizona Citizens Defense League and Coconino County Sheriff’s Office … [Read more...] about Timberline Firearms & Training Hosts Grand Opening Celebration Saturday
Loven Contracting Recognized for Exceeding Safety Standards
Mike Loven, founder of one of the largest construction companies in Northern Arizona, has recently received one of the most valued safety awards in the Southwest. Loven Contracting was recognized by the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star Award, a very high safety standard earned through the Arizona Industrial Commission and OSHA. “This is very significant for us,” said Loven, who started the contracting company in 1984. “The VPP standard is very hard to obtain and takes a lot of … [Read more...] about Loven Contracting Recognized for Exceeding Safety Standards
Offering a ‘Crate of Delights’ to Support Student Artists
Coconino Community College student Sara Jansen offered her painting, “Crate of Delights,” to be auctioned at the school’s annual Palette to Palate spring fundraising event. CCC Marketing Director Brian Harris reported that more than $30,000 was brought in to support classroom improvements and offer enriching field trip experiences to students. “Local artists and restaurants were incredibly generous with their time, work and talent to create one of Flagstaff’s most anticipated evenings of the … [Read more...] about Offering a ‘Crate of Delights’ to Support Student Artists
County Presents Five Free Services for Employers
Northern Arizona employers gathered at Little America in Flagstaff recently for a learning session presented by The ARIZONA@WORK Coconino County Business Services Team. Hot topics such as “Minimum Wage Expectations and Enforcement in Flagstaff,” and “Internships, Apprenticeships and On-the-Job Training Opportunities for Employers – How You Can Get Paid to Employ People,” and “The Latest Economic Vitality Information from the City of Flagstaff” were discussed. More than 50 people attended, … [Read more...] about County Presents Five Free Services for Employers