The workplace is constantly evolving. Despite the maxim “the only constant is change,” change is something that continues to catch many of us off guard. Many teams are keeping up with the top three trends. Challenging traditional structures is a hot topic; modern workplaces are creating flexibility with scheduling and remote options. Work-life balance is a major value today; many employers are staying ahead of the curve and are creating initiatives and cultures that support this … [Read more...] about Top Trends in the Changing Workplace
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Treating Common Cleft Lip, Palate Birth Defects
Cleft lip and cleft palate are openings or splits in the upper lip, the roof of the mouth (palate) or both. Cleft lip and cleft palate occur when the tissues in an infant’s face and mouth don’t fuse properly. Typically, the tissues fuse in the second and third months of pregnancy. When the fusion doesn’t happen or occurs only part way, the infant is born with an opening called a cleft. The condition can be very mild to very significant. Cleft lip and cleft palate are two of the most common … [Read more...] about Treating Common Cleft Lip, Palate Birth Defects
Lite Company Owners Passing the Torch
The Lite Company, a 40-year-old family-owned Flagstaff business, is operating in 2019 with a big change.Long-time owners Mike and Kathie Knapp have just sold their beloved business. The Lite Company has always been Flagstaff-family owned and operated and it was important to us to make sure it stayed that way. On Jan. 2, The Lite Company sold to two new local Flagstaff families, Kai and Stacy McSwain and Wade and Teena Patten. These two families have been long-time friends and intend to run the … [Read more...] about Lite Company Owners Passing the Torch
Knowing When Your Pet is in Pain
The International Association for the Study of Pain states that “the inability to communicate verbally does not negate the possibility that an individual is experiencing pain.” In other words, your pet is often unable to tell you that he or she is hurting in a language humans can easily understand. Instead, dogs and cats communicate suffering in their own nonverbal ways, and it is important to recognize the signs. Some of these signs include: Limping Decrease in … [Read more...] about Knowing When Your Pet is in Pain
Is Frozen Shoulder in the Winter Forecast?
A frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, may be a cause of your shoulder pain. It usually occurs slowly over time, and it can limit the functional use of your arm. Contrary to its name (and fortunately for Flagstaffians), snow and ice have nothing to do with a frozen shoulder. When you have a frozen shoulder, shoulder pain and tightness make it difficult to reach overhead to perform simple activities like putting away dishes or combing your hair. Men might have a hard time reaching … [Read more...] about Is Frozen Shoulder in the Winter Forecast?
NAU’s Top Research Rankings Benefiting Flagstaff and Region
I’m so proud to share that for the first time, Northern Arizona University is recognized as one of the top 100 research universities without a medical school by the National Science Foundation. NAU also moved to 201 for all universities in the United States, up from 213 in 2017. Flagstaff and Northern Arizona, as well as our undergraduate and graduate students, are experiencing the benefits of NAU’s advanced national ranking as a top research university as measured by the National Science … [Read more...] about NAU’s Top Research Rankings Benefiting Flagstaff and Region
Choosing the Best Credit Card Among Low Rates, Rewards, Cash Back
There are plenty of enticing offers for credit cards out there, but no card is one-size-fits-all. Some credit card users may benefit most from a low interest rate so they’re saving more over time. However, frequent travelers might make better use of a rewards card with travel benefits, while shoppers may prefer the convenience of cash back. With all these choices, it may feel overwhelming to decide which card is best for you. If you’re looking for the right card to match your spending habits … [Read more...] about Choosing the Best Credit Card Among Low Rates, Rewards, Cash Back
Being Kind: A Realtor’s Perspective
One of the touchstones for the Realtor’s Commissioner Standards is the concept of the “Golden Rule.” Treat others as we would like to be treated. Or, more succinctly, be kind. Something our parents told us, and we pass on to our kids. This concept is extremely appropriate when it comes to real estate sales transactions. A real estate contract is a framework of rules to which all parties must adhere, a legally binding process, if you will. The parties involved in a contract, the buyers and … [Read more...] about Being Kind: A Realtor’s Perspective
Hot Stone Massage, Therapies Growing in Popularity
Prior to the 20th century, natural medicines and therapies were the only real medicines available. Within the last 100 years, science-based medicine has become the accepted model. Ancient practices were disregarded and were not part of standard medical care, also known as conventional or Western medicine. However, in the 1960s and ’70s, a new culture that embraced alternative or non-Western medicine began to emerge in the United States. Complementary Therapy, a term developed in the U.S., … [Read more...] about Hot Stone Massage, Therapies Growing in Popularity
Creating a Parks and Recreation Master Plan
We’re fortunate to have a variety of parks, recreation, trails and open spaces in Coconino County that contribute to people’s quality of life and provide a wonderful way for people to connect to nature and to each other. At Coconino County Parks & Recreation, we want to ensure the county creates recreational opportunities and spaces that align with the county vision of being “a dynamic community connected by shared values of sustainability, cultural appreciation, environmental stewardship … [Read more...] about Creating a Parks and Recreation Master Plan