Embracing the advice of her elders for wisdom and guidance is what keeps Yavapai-Apache Chairwoman Tanya Lewis grounded and steadfast as she serves in one of the highest positions in her nation. “My biggest mentor has been my mom,” she said. “She taught me about compassion, understanding and common sense. My father was amazing; he worked in telecommunications with AT&T for 25 years and taught me to be strong. They are a huge part of who I am today, and I miss them daily.” Lewis was … [Read more...] about Yavapai-Apache Chairwoman Inspired by Elders
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Stop Playing Games You Can’t Win
We like to tell ourselves we can do anything if we just put our mind to it, but I’d like to encourage all to acknowledge when we are in a game we can’t win, and for heaven’s sake, stop playing it! Growing up in Phoenix, balmy summertime evenings were meant for Kick the Can, Tag, Red Rover and any number of unsupervised activities that included wildly racing around the neighborhood and usually some blood. My neighborhood was all boys. So, you can imagine my surprise when I showed up at … [Read more...] about Stop Playing Games You Can’t Win
Honoring Vietnam Veterans with Camp Verde Tribute
Emotional messages underscored by deep respect and a heart-stopping gun salute pierced the air at the Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Cost of Freedom five-day tribute held at the Camp Verde Community Center Field in the Fort Verde State Historic Park. “This has been so inspiring and makes me so proud to be an American,” said Camp Verde resident Sandra Allen. “Watching the parade as the American Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVTT) came into town was so emotional. There was a group of motorcycle … [Read more...] about Honoring Vietnam Veterans with Camp Verde Tribute
NAU Launces New Recycling Program
The first wave of Northern Arizona University’s new recycling program has flowed onto campus: blue recycling bins with a white recycling symbol and brown bins with a landfill symbol. They started showing up during the first week of Earth Month in April, and are already in place at the Du Bois Center on south campus and soon will take their assigned places in other high-traffic buildings. With an aspirational new motto, “Introducing the 4-Rs of recycling: Recycle right, reap rewards,” these … [Read more...] about NAU Launces New Recycling Program
Preparing for Hikers, High Heat at Grand Canyon
Hikers often misjudge Grand Canyon treks, says Dr. Tom Myers of North Country Healthcare. “They either overestimate what they think they can do or underestimate the wilderness.” Myers discussed heat illness and hyponatremia, a condition that occurs when the level of sodium in the blood is too low, at the National Park Service Preventive Search and Rescue (PSAR) Symposium last month at Grand Canyon National Park. Other sessions included presentations from park staff about downhill injuries, … [Read more...] about Preparing for Hikers, High Heat at Grand Canyon
Bombas Gives Socks to Young Ones through Tennies for Tots
Paula Sedillo Wise and the volunteers for the non-profit she started, Tennies for Tots, were more than thrilled when they learned they would be partnering with Bombas, a sock and T-shirt company, and their One Purchased=One Donated program. They are sending her 3,000 pairs of children’s socks to add to the new shoes, books and book bags she provides to children 5 years old and younger who are part of families who live in poverty throughout Northern and Central Arizona. As she put it with a … [Read more...] about Bombas Gives Socks to Young Ones through Tennies for Tots
Mule Deer Foundation Upcoming Banquet
On behalf of the Flagstaff Chapter of the Mule Deer Foundation we wish to thank you for your support for our upcoming banquet being held this June 10th at the Elks Lodge here in Flagstaff. We truly appreciate your time and generosity in supporting this event. All monies raised help the MDF and other conservation groups meet our mission of conservation of mule deer and their habitats here in our beloved home state of Arizona. Proceeds raised at this event will go towards such projects as water … [Read more...] about Mule Deer Foundation Upcoming Banquet
Arizona Rated Eighth Best State for Working from Home
According to a new report by the personal finance website WalletHub, Arizona is the eighth-best state for working from home. As we know, businesses nationwide modified their workplace practices during the pandemic, allowing employees to work from home. For many, this practice has continued. According to WalletHub, 12.7% of full-time employees currently work entirely from home, and another 28.2% follow a hybrid schedule, splitting work time between home and the office. Generally, the most … [Read more...] about Arizona Rated Eighth Best State for Working from Home
Outdoor Experience For All Fundraising Gala
If you haven't heard his name, you must live under a rock. He's one of the most accomplished hunters alive today. Not only is he a master of all things wild, but he has also done some seemingly impossible things. Last year, Remi had surgery on his wrist, and rather than use it as an excuse, he learned to shoot a bow with his MOUTH. He used his newly acquired adaptive skills to take several big game animals, including a mature mule deer. Remi is truly an inspiration, and we are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Outdoor Experience For All Fundraising Gala
Making Room for Spring or Sale
Spring weather in Flagstaff was in full force in mid-April when Zion Realty’s Lori Anna Harrison hosted a Spring Cleaning and Declutter event. “Everyone has extra furniture and accessories in their home. Today, we had well over 100 people in just a few hours bring items to The Barn Bros to sell. And many people left with new treasures in tow!” Harrison said, noting the importance of decluttering a home to make it more attractive to buyers. FBN Courtesy Photos … [Read more...] about Making Room for Spring or Sale