Coconino Community College will be rolling out three new Career and Technical Education programs, and we hope to have a fourth one on the way soon. The new programs are Cyber Security, Marine Maintenance Technician and Veterinary Technician. The CCC District Governing Board approved the programs during its December meeting, and we are busy working with industry partners to develop curricula. These programs meet long-discussed public needs in Coconino County, and even though CCC remains … [Read more...] about CCC Preparing for New Career and Technical Education Programs
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Exploring Opportunities, Events for Business Start-Ups
Start-ups are new businesses that come from a person’s idea, drive, inspiration and courage. They are an engine for individual success, and they create new jobs and new products and services that enrich daily life. Start-ups, in many ways, embody the pioneer spirit of America. They are about stepping out into unknown territory and exploring. In honor of the courage these endeavors take, and the benefits they create, we recognize start-ups as a powerful force in the Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Exploring Opportunities, Events for Business Start-Ups
Helping Wintering Birds Stay Fed, Clean and Warm
Have you ever found yourself on a cold winter’s day looking out the window at the wild birds in your yard and wondering how they stay alive? Maybe you’ve asked yourself questions such as, “How do they survive sub-freezing temperatures?” Or, “How do they find enough food each day to maintain their metabolism?” While many bird species migrate to warmer climates in the fall, there are perhaps just as many that stick around. As you sit in your warm, thermostatically controlled house, you might … [Read more...] about Helping Wintering Birds Stay Fed, Clean and Warm
Can You Control Your Estate from the Grave?
The short answer is, “Yes!” We often spend time planning for our financial future, making sure we have adequate funds to put our children through college and to support us in retirement. We may even plan to provide for our children, other family members or charities once we are gone. Most of us don’t want to think about serious illness and death, let alone plan for our finances and estate after death. However, it is very important to include estate planning in our financial planning. The … [Read more...] about Can You Control Your Estate from the Grave?
Discussing Naturopathic Oncology and Menopausal Symptoms for Women Cancer Survivors
As we move from 2019 to 2020, we see that more women are surviving cancer. With this great news also comes an increased incidence of menopausal symptoms in survivors, whether from normal, age-related causes or those exacerbated by the cancer treatments themselves, or a combination of both. Although menopausal symptoms are often treated with exogenous hormones such as bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, the majority of women with gynecological cancers are not able to use such HRT, because … [Read more...] about Discussing Naturopathic Oncology and Menopausal Symptoms for Women Cancer Survivors
New Year Mind Games: Play to Win
It’s a new year, a time to let go of the old and embrace the new. Many people decide to set goals or make resolutions. The gyms are packed the week after New Year’s Day. There is plenty of room by Valentine’s Day. Here are some tips to make this year the most successful one yet. 1 Brainstorm: write down anything that you would like to change or improve. 2 Rank the items and pick the most important three. 3 Decide if each goal is a process, making a … [Read more...] about New Year Mind Games: Play to Win
Changing Lives Through Travel
How will you make 2020 your most meaningful year yet? We believe travel has a huge positive impact and helps find personal fulfilment on your journey. As you explore the globe, make a point to shop local. Explore a local farmer’s market, purchase souvenirs from smaller mom and pop shops, and eat a meal at a locally owned and operated restaurant. Our travel advisors can help you choose hotel stays and cruise lines that keep the well-being of our planet in mind and incorporate policies that … [Read more...] about Changing Lives Through Travel
Reviewing Legislative Concerns Impacting Coconino County
The Arizona Legislature is gearing up to convene on Jan. 13, starting with Governor Doug Ducey’s State of the State Address. While the legislature will receive the governor’s priorities and goals on the first day of the session, it has already begun working on developing priorities. Coconino County has been actively engaged with the policy makers on many issues that will be addressed during the 2020 session. The county’s primary priority is achieving tax equity on short-term rentals. A … [Read more...] about Reviewing Legislative Concerns Impacting Coconino County
Understanding Your Audiology Results
The first step on any hearing health journey is undergoing an examination. This exam provides you and the audiologist an understanding of your current state of hearing and allows for proper recommendations to be made. The findings are presented in a report called an audiogram. An audiogram contains both a written section and a graph. While the audiologist does review the audiogram during the appointment, it can sometimes be difficult to remember or fully grasp how to interpret your results. … [Read more...] about Understanding Your Audiology Results
Introducing Flagstaff Local: A Resident-Centered Free Program
Flagstaff Local is a new community movement encouraging and celebrating residents that complete actions in the Flagstaff city limits supporting the following pillars: shop, volunteer, be eco-friendly, donate, support education, mentor and vote. Flagstaff Mayor Coral Evans said, “Local decisions make a difference in Flagstaff and supporting our community through our actions is an integral part of our Flagstaff culture improving quality of life for all.” Flagstaff residents accomplish great … [Read more...] about Introducing Flagstaff Local: A Resident-Centered Free Program