This November, voters in Coconino County will have a choice. On behalf of the Coconino County Board of Supervisors, I am pleased to report our in-custody Coconino County Jail programs are working and showing great results. An important outcome is that many of our community members have received the support they needed, and are being reunited with their families and integrated back into our communities. Many have found rewarding work and have stayed on the path of recovery from addiction. The … [Read more...] about Jail Tax is Changing Lives, Restoring Families, Strengthening Communities
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Policing, Affordable Housing, Community College Collaboration: CCC Helping with Community Needs
Fall has arrived. The air is crisp. The leaves are changing to yellows, reds and browns, and students at Coconino Community College are deep into their studies for the semester. As interim president for the college these few months, I am quite amazed to see the passion of the faculty and staff in their dedication to help meet community needs and students’ dreams for their futures. To that end, partnerships, as I have learned, have been a cornerstone of CCC’s efforts, and I would like to spend … [Read more...] about Policing, Affordable Housing, Community College Collaboration: CCC Helping with Community Needs
Home Prices Still Higher Than A Year Ago
What a difference a year makes. The season has changed to autumn and as the leaves begin to turn, our real estate market is seeing some signs of cooling temperatures as well. Yet, even with multiple increases in interest rates and greater inventory, home prices are still higher, even if not by much, than this time last year. As of September 2022, the average single-family home price in Flagstaff is $734,092 and was $729,044 September 2021, which is only $5,048 more than last year. However, at … [Read more...] about Home Prices Still Higher Than A Year Ago
Discover Flagstaff’s Seven Spookiest Halloween Happenings and Haunted Tours
It’s the time of year to get creative, have a little frightful fun, carve a pumpkin and enjoy Flagstaff’s leaf-peeping season. Take in the season with haunted tours and Halloween happenings – here are seven spooky ideas. Freaky Foot Tours This mountain town draws an allure and mystic Flagstaff versatility intrigued by the authentic Old West feel of downtown. Locals are proud of the historic preservation that keeps buildings like the Weatherford Hotel and the Hotel Monte Vista at the center … [Read more...] about Discover Flagstaff’s Seven Spookiest Halloween Happenings and Haunted Tours
Swift Movement on Flood Mitigation Projects
Monsoon season officially ended on Sept. 30, and at this point, I feel we should make this a new city holiday. We faced such an unprecedented summer of wildfire and post-wildfire flooding, but the city is in full swing working on long-term mitigation strategies now that response efforts have dissipated. The new detention basins above Coconino Estates will be completed by the end of October. I am amazed at the speed at which we were able to secure funding, create the design and complete this … [Read more...] about Swift Movement on Flood Mitigation Projects
Understanding the Audiogram
An audiogram is a graph that records the way a person responds to specific sounds called pure tones. The audiologist measures hearing threshold at the pure tone of each frequency. Hearing threshold is the intensity at which a pure tone is barely detected 50 percent of the time. Understanding Frequency Various frequencies or pitches are measured to determine how you hear at each area of the hearing organ. During a hearing test, the frequencies used in speech and in common everyday sounds … [Read more...] about Understanding the Audiogram
PAD Awareness Saves Lives
Peripheral arterial disease, or PAD, is a whole-body disease that’s manifested in the legs. It’s a buildup of cholesterol plaque in the peripheral arteries of the body, which are found in the arms, legs, hands and feet. “If you have plaque buildup in your legs, there’s a good chance you could have plaque buildup elsewhere in the body like in your heart or your neck,” said Comprehensive Integrated Care Chief Medical Officer Dr. Joel Rainwater. “It is the same type of disease that causes coronary … [Read more...] about PAD Awareness Saves Lives
How Incubators and Accelerators Help Drive Innovation
The origins of the modern-day business incubator can be traced back to Bell Labs, a company started by Alexander Graham Bell in 1925. Bell started the company to patent and launch his revolutionary invention, the telephone. Bell Labs’ journey and contributions to modern technology is a fascinating story. History-Computer.com does a beautiful job of explaining the origins and evolution of Bell Labs, including the involvement of companies like AT&T, Western Electric and Nokia. Alexander … [Read more...] about How Incubators and Accelerators Help Drive Innovation
Fentanyl: Understanding the Dangers
More than 200,000 students recently returned to Arizona’s three public universities. As students return to school, the temptation to use substances will rise. This behavior is now more dangerous than ever as the synthetic opioid, fentanyl, is becoming more prevalent in commonly abused drugs. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 150 people per day die from fentanyl overdoses. Understanding the dangers and the symptoms of fentanyl overdoses can greatly help in getting the … [Read more...] about Fentanyl: Understanding the Dangers
How to Boost Your Immune System in Preparation for Cold, Flu Season
Didn’t fall arrive quickly this year? The weather is cooling off, we’re getting some fall rain and the leaves are changing. Beautiful! But, when fall arrives, it’s time to think more seriously about supporting your immune system through cold and flu season. During the past three years, there has been a lot more awareness and acceptance around natural ways to support healthy immune function. We have been seeing a lot of articles, videos and other information about the power of vitamin C, … [Read more...] about How to Boost Your Immune System in Preparation for Cold, Flu Season