Colleen Biggs grew up like a lot of little girls, imagining the life she thought she was supposed to live, including a prince, a big Disney-esque wedding and a happily ever after. But with her parents’ divorce, she watched her mom’s world fall apart. For 12-year-old Colleen and her mom, life was a struggle. They survived on food stamps in rural Chandler in the 1970s. “It was interesting because it was a horse town then. People would ride their horses to grocery stores. You would smell manure … [Read more...] about Colleen Biggs Bets on Women to Lead
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Building a Stronger Flagstaff
Flagstaff faced many challenges in 2021. Through it all, residents have come together to face them head on. When wildfires were raging close to town, our community raked needles from yards, cleared debris for our elderly and less-abled, and helped neighbors in threatened neighborhoods get ready to evacuate. When flooding hit, nearly 1,000 of us were out there filling and piling sandbags, clearing the mud from our neighbors’ homes and helping each other physically and emotionally. Through … [Read more...] about Building a Stronger Flagstaff
April Showers Bring Record-Setting Spring
The million-dollar question asked most frequently regarding real estate as of late is: “Will homes continue to sell at these prices and at this pace for much longer?” Although the answer is complex because of many factors, the short answer is “yes,” barring a world war or unforeseen natural disaster. There are several metrics that support this response and yet the most simple contributor is demand outpacing supply. Throughout Northern Arizona, we have more buyers than homes available. As of … [Read more...] about April Showers Bring Record-Setting Spring
Celebrating Positive Economic Activity
Economic Development Week 2022 is upon us! The week of May 9-13 is a time to celebrate the efforts of many community members and partners that work to enhance economic prosperity for individuals and businesses alike; and who doesn’t like a celebration? Perhaps you wonder what economic development is anyway; after all, doesn’t the economy take care of itself? So, let us begin by answering the questions of what economic development is and how we celebrate it. Economics are known generally to be … [Read more...] about Celebrating Positive Economic Activity
Seven Simple Steps to Improve Mental Clarity
Do you have trouble thinking clearly, focusing or recalling issues? Some common causes may be overwhelm from stress, lack of sleep, not enough exercise, hormone imbalance or allergies. It is important to get your thyroid, female or male hormones tested. Lack of focus could be caused by thyroid, adrenal, neurotransmitter or testosterone deficiency. Below are seven helpful tips to clear the mental fog. CONDUCT A BRAIN DUMP When you are overwhelmed, it can be helpful to have a brain dump … [Read more...] about Seven Simple Steps to Improve Mental Clarity
Projecting Flagstaff Real Estate Trends
Some may say the current Flagstaff real estate market is “hot” for sellers, but how will it look come spring or summer? A crystal ball would be nice to have right about now, right? But without a crystal ball, world events and unforeseen affairs can materialize and change any, or all, of the following anticipated trends. Specifically for Flagstaff It is predicted by industry experts that 2022 will continue to be a healthy seller’s market and that home values will continue to appreciate. … [Read more...] about Projecting Flagstaff Real Estate Trends
Treating Long Haulers with a Naturopathic Approach
A COVID long-hauler is someone who has a post-viral syndrome as a result of their COVID-19 infection. Long-haulers are not a new phenomenon; many people are long-haulers from influenza, cytomegalovirus, Epstein-Barr virus and other infections. I have spent more than a decade treating long-haulers, so treating COVID long-haulers is both comfortable and challenging. Since COVID is a unique virus, I am learning about its quirks and tricks while relying on my knowledge and experience with other … [Read more...] about Treating Long Haulers with a Naturopathic Approach
Helping an Addict Without Enabling
Addiction is tough, especially when it is a loved one going through it. You want to help them, because that’s what family members do, but that love and support may be harmful when someone is going through addiction. Bailing a family member out of jail over and over can prevent them from facing the consequences they may need to overcome their addiction. Giving money intended for food or rent can turn into the person having funds to buy more drugs. Telling their friends or employer the person … [Read more...] about Helping an Addict Without Enabling
What Happens When Hearing Loss Occurs in One Ear?
Hearing loss presents itself in a unique manner in each individual. Barring hereditary losses, each occurrence will be slightly varied. Some people will have a sensory loss, while others are conductive. Some will occur at birth, while others do not appear until late in life. One aspect that is sometimes glossed over is whether the hearing loss is bilateral or unilateral. Bilateral means the loss occurs in both ears, whereas unilateral is just one ear. Since the majority of hearing losses are … [Read more...] about What Happens When Hearing Loss Occurs in One Ear?
How Much Storage Space Do You Need?
Spring is upon us and it’s time to open the garage door, clean up, sweep out and finally park that car inside. Or, maybe you’ve discovered you need just a little more space in the apartment. Storage units tend be scarce in the summer because many NAU students store their dorm belongings and go home in May. So, now is the time to get going on your spring clean-up and determine how much more storage space you need. Your local storage facility can offer solutions. Here’s a guide to help: The … [Read more...] about How Much Storage Space Do You Need?