Technology is constantly evolving, often at a rapid pace, with the goal of improving and simplifying the experience of the user. If you buy a new phone, you get a pair of wireless earbuds. Hearing aids are similar. While modern hearing aids can significantly improve a wearer’s quality of life, some situations could still be improved with the addition of an accessory such as listening to someone behind you while hiking or catching all the information at a meeting. Fortunately, there are a wide … [Read more...] about Accessorize Your Hearing
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Community College: A Vital Link for Accessing Higher Education
At Coconino Community College, our dedicated faculty and staff realize that the journey of a thousand leagues begins with the first step, but for too many people, being able to embark on a journey in higher education is a daunting challenge. That’s why we say, “Start small. Go big.” Last month was Community College Month across the nation, and this month, hundreds of CCC’s students will receive degrees or certifications. Therefore, I would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone … [Read more...] about Community College: A Vital Link for Accessing Higher Education
Honoring National Travel and Eco-Tourism Week
Did you know National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) is May 7-13? This year marks the 40th anniversary of NTTW celebrating the industry’s critical role in powering economies, communities and connections, moving travel forward. Discover Flagstaff has declared the week National Eco-Tourism Week for an eco-friendly, localized twist. Enhancing the week’s festivities by adding a strategic spin, locally, the celebration will be named National Travel and Eco-Tourism Week. Please join Discover … [Read more...] about Honoring National Travel and Eco-Tourism Week
Why Are You So Tired?
Springtime brings beautiful blooming flowers, trees and plants. Flagstaff winds can pick up high pollen and dust counts that aggravate allergies. Making poor dietary and lifestyle choices can increase the burden on the liver, worsening allergy symptoms. Eating a lot of fried, fatty or processed foods, foods that lack nutrients and vitality, will also increase the burden on the liver, creating more of an allergy/inflammatory response on the body. How do you know if you are showing signs of liver … [Read more...] about Why Are You So Tired?
Enjoying the Health Benefits of Growing Your Own Herbs
For centuries, people have cultivated herbs not only for culinary purposes, but also for their medicinal benefits. It turns out that the sage that makes your chicken extra delectable is also an excellent antioxidant. More gardeners are using spices and herbs for their therapeutic properties or to alleviate symptoms, and there’s evidence that spices and herbs possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticarcinogenic properties. Some also are shown to reduce glucose and … [Read more...] about Enjoying the Health Benefits of Growing Your Own Herbs
Celebrating Spring Highlights from NAU
As another exceptional academic year comes to a close, more than 5,200 students are poised to graduate from NAU and enter into lives as engaged citizens, taking what they have learned to shape a brighter future. I want to offer my heartfelt thanks to you, the residents, businesses, partners and alumni in our Flagstaff and Northern Arizona communities whose support and community have helped power our students’ success in this truly magical college town. Thank you for being a community that … [Read more...] about Celebrating Spring Highlights from NAU
Communicating Flagstaff’s Needs
It has been a busy few weeks, with many more to come. I’d like to highlight our trip to Washington, D.C., to meet with our federal delegation as well as many federal offices such as the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Department of Agriculture, Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The purpose of this annual trip is to keep Flagstaff’s needs front and center and to pursue funding for various projects. Councilmember Lori Matthews, … [Read more...] about Communicating Flagstaff’s Needs
When Practice is Fun
Marksmanship is a perishable skill. If you don’t practice, your accuracy, speed and familiarity will diminish. The solution is simple: practice, practice, practice. While it may be difficult to get excited about doing dry fire drills at home, there is an alternative that is both fun and allows you to practice unique skills. Competitive shooting sports are alive and well in Northern Arizona. Almost every Saturday, there is an event happening that can offer both a fun way to practice and … [Read more...] about When Practice is Fun
Mental Health Awareness Month: A Reminder to Take Care of Your Mental Health this Month and Always
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this month is a reminder that taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. The last three years have put a significant strain on people’s mental health, and diagnoses of mental health and substance abuse conditions have increased. According to a Kaiser Family Foundation survey, over 90 percent of Americans believe we are in a mental health crisis. One in five adults in the United States, or over 57 … [Read more...] about Mental Health Awareness Month: A Reminder to Take Care of Your Mental Health this Month and Always
Protecting Flagstaff from Floods
Our wet winter is a welcomed sight for drought alleviation, but for those of us living in neighborhoods impacted by post-wildfire flooding, melting snow and the upcoming monsoon season, the precipitation has caused anxiety. City and county staff and elected officials continue to work diligently on flood mitigation planning and funding to implement plans. The 2019 Museum Fire burned 1,961 acres of U.S. Forest Service (USFS) land plus a small amount of undeveloped private land. The Spruce Wash … [Read more...] about Protecting Flagstaff from Floods