What are you most excited about and what are you most nervous about?” That’s a question I’ve asked Flagstaff home buyers countless times through the last 14 years in my lending career. Flagstaff is special, we all know that. Almost everyone I talk to expresses their excitement to own their little piece of this mountain town; however, almost everyone I talk to also expresses the concern on cost. It’s no secret that our island-economy and highly desirable area has high demand and little supply, … [Read more...] about Five Housing Market Facts You Wish Were Not True
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Hearing Aid Myth Busters
While millions of people are affected by hearing loss, it remains a disability that does not receive much focus. The general public receives very little education on the effects of hearing loss or how to address it. They must seek out answers on their own. This is reflected in many of the common questions patients ask about hearing loss and hearing aids. A prior article answered the most common ones. Here are a few more frequent inquiries. How Often Should I Wear My Hearing Aids? As a rule … [Read more...] about Hearing Aid Myth Busters
Robotic Total Knee Replacement
Total knee replacement (TKR) is a successful surgery, reliably relieving pain and improving function in the setting of debilitating arthritic disease. However, studies show that up to 20% of patients remain unsatisfied with their knee replacement. Recent data from the American Joint Replacement Registry Annual Report showed that 88% of patients achieved a meaningful improvement after TKR in one validated outcome measure. Of course, this leaves 12% of patients who did not. For this reason, … [Read more...] about Robotic Total Knee Replacement
There’s Still Plenty of Time for Gardening This Season
Although we will be shifting from summer to autumn this month, this is still prime time for your garden, and there is a lot of planting to be done before the season’s end. It’s a time of transition as you enjoy the last few weeks of your summer flowers and start to plant blooms that will love the cooler temps of the coming weeks, such as mums and asters. Hardy pansies and violas that you haven’t seen since spring will make a return appearance as well. You can also still harvest from your … [Read more...] about There’s Still Plenty of Time for Gardening This Season
Grab Some Pumpkin Spice and Enjoy the Fall Colors
Flagstaff is a leaf peeper’s paradise. Often hailed as Arizona’s capital of autumn, with warming fall colors descending from the San Francisco Peaks to the streets of Flagstaff, Flagstaff offers ample opportunities to capture alluring golden, crimson and auburn colors. Looking for a bird’s-eye view? The Scenic Gondola at Arizona Snowbowl will help you soar over the mountains to enjoy the glory of crisp colors, coupled with a spectacular view of the mixed fir and aspen tree canopy below, … [Read more...] about Grab Some Pumpkin Spice and Enjoy the Fall Colors
Community Engagement: A Key Part of Back2Basics Outdoor Adventure Recovery Program
Back2Basics Outdoor Adventure Recovery does much more than treat young men with substance abuse issues. The treatment center helps clients reconnect with the community through special outreach programs. These outreach programs allow the men in the Back2Basics facility to help their neighbors and become part of the community around them. As time goes by, Back2Basics continues to work with the community in a variety of ways, including helping the young men in the program get back in school and … [Read more...] about Community Engagement: A Key Part of Back2Basics Outdoor Adventure Recovery Program
Decide Where to Go Next at the Northern Arizona Travel Expo
It’s time to get ready for Avenues of the World’s 7th Annual Northern Arizona Travel Expo. This year, the event will be held 5-8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 4, at the Doubletree by Hilton located at 1175 Historic Rte 66 here in Flagstaff. No better place to be for Happy Hour! Avenues of the World Travel has created this educational event for travelers like you. Meet with professionals behind the scenes, ask questions and learn what products are out there that you may not know about. Avenues of the … [Read more...] about Decide Where to Go Next at the Northern Arizona Travel Expo
The Guidance Center: Believing in Positive Possibilities for Every Person
While the Guidance Center has helped Northern Arizonans for 54 years, not everyone is familiar with our mission and the work that we do. As an organization, we are committed to creating healthy communities, which means supporting individuals and families in their journeys to mental well-being. We are here when you need us. One in five Americans lives with a diagnosable mental illness. Our skilled staff members and health care teams provide immediate access to expert mental health services in … [Read more...] about The Guidance Center: Believing in Positive Possibilities for Every Person
Welcoming CCC Comets to Fall Semester
As we embark on the fall 2023 semester, I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude and excitement. The energy on campus is palpable, and it’s not just the crisp autumn air. Our enrollment numbers are up, and it’s heartening to see so many new and returning faces eager to embark on their academic journeys at Coconino Community College. First and foremost, I want to extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you. Whether you’re a first-time student, returning after a hiatus, or … [Read more...] about Welcoming CCC Comets to Fall Semester
Choosing the Right Aesthetic Treatments for You
These days, there are so many options to assist in decreasing the effects of aging and we can reap the benefits of many of the procedures that are available. It can be overwhelming to know where to start first. The Vitality Doctor can make it easy for you by creating a facial/body rejuvenation plan that best fits your aesthetic needs. Here are some options that I use in the practice that have been showing some fantastic results. Many treatments can be stacked for ultimate results. We make it a … [Read more...] about Choosing the Right Aesthetic Treatments for You