At 4 years old, Ava can be found bouncing through a heavy powder day, catching a lift on the Arizona Gondola or riding on the shoulders of her handler, Hailey Hagerty, as she skis the trails at Arizona Snowbowl. Her favorite activity is playing hide and seek in the woods. For her, that means finding a human scent buried in the snow and then digging until she finds what she’s looking for. “We put people in really shallow snow caves underneath the snow for this exercise – it’s safe and there’s … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Ski Paw-trol
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Archuleta for Agriculture
It has been a rapid slide into home base for Elizabeth “Liz” Archuleta of Flagstaff. Archuleta, the distinguished Coconino County District 2 Supervisor for 24 years, resigned her position on Tuesday, Feb. 2. By Thursday, Feb. 4, she was fully engaged in her new post in the Biden-Harris administration as director of Intergovernmental Affairs in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). “I am very excited to serve at a national level and bring my perspective and experience as … [Read more...] about Archuleta for Agriculture
Hidden Eateries
Foodies often find that eateries off the beaten path serve some of the tastiest surprises and most authentic ethnic dishes. My Pita Wrap Mediterranean Grill, The Asian Station and the White Dove Coffee Shop are just a few of Flagstaff’s hidden gems. Tucked away in the Green Tree Mini Mall off Milton Road, My Pita Wrap Mediterranean Grill not only serves fresh Greek favorites such as hummus, falafel, baba ghanoush and chicken, beef and lamb gyros, it also has an in-house food market. Owner Sam … [Read more...] about Hidden Eateries
More Arizonans Now Eligible for Vaccine
Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) are taking a hybrid approach to COVID-19 vaccinations that now provides Arizonans 55 and older eligibility, along with frontline essential workers. The new approach launched March 2, in the Phoenix Metro Area. The governor’s office states 90% of Arizona’s deaths from the virus have been among those 55 and older. About 65% of those hospitalized from COVID-19 are in that age group. Including adults 55 and older in the … [Read more...] about More Arizonans Now Eligible for Vaccine
Hard-Working Service Dogs Improving Lives
For the first time in her life, Nannette Oatley Johnson has a service dog. Winchester, or Winnie, is a 75-pound, 2-year-old “goldador” – half golden retriever, half Labrador – that has been in training since she was a puppy. Winnie opens doors for Johnson, pulls her through grocery stores and can even pick things up that Johnson may have dropped, like her cell phone, although it may be covered with saliva and scratched up a bit when Johnson gets it back. The author and motivational speaker … [Read more...] about Hard-Working Service Dogs Improving Lives
Support Limited for Suffering Cats and Dogs
Slowed throughout the pandemic, but not forgotten, the goal at Red Rose Inspiration for Animals continues to remain top of mind for the founder. Since 2009, Tina Allegrezza has been working to help animals through emotional or physical issues, plus paying for medical and dental care through her non-profit organization. Her ultimate objective has been to create a spay and neuter clinic and rehabilitation center and animal sanctuary in Sedona, while being able to help pet owners in the community … [Read more...] about Support Limited for Suffering Cats and Dogs
Grant cycle opens for nonprofits in Tuba City, Page/Lake Powell, and Williams
The Northern Arizona Regional Grant Cycle is administered through the Arizona Community Foundation of Flagstaff and is now accepting applications. Organizations serving residents of Tuba City, Page/Lake Powell, and Williams can now apply for funding by visiting azfoundation.org/grants. Nonprofits, tribal entities, schools, and municipalities must submit an application by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, March 29 to be considered for funding. More information on eligibility requirements, timeline, and … [Read more...] about Grant cycle opens for nonprofits in Tuba City, Page/Lake Powell, and Williams
Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Requiring Schools To Offer In-Person Learning
[perfectpullquote align="left" bordertop="false" cite="" link="" color="" class="" size=""]Order Sets March 15 Deadline To Get Students “Back In The Classroom”.[/perfectpullquote]Following discussions with public school leaders, and in accordance with new guidance from the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Governor Doug Ducey today issued a new Executive Order returning schools to in-person, teacher-led instruction. According to metrics developed by the CDC, 12 of Arizona’s 15 … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Issues Executive Order Requiring Schools To Offer In-Person Learning
State Adopts A Unique Model For COVID-19 Vaccine Prioritization
Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) announced today a new hybrid approach that provides Arizonans 55 and older eligibility along with frontline essential workers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The new approach launches today in the Phoenix Metro Area.Arizona will continue its age-based approach to administering the vaccine. The new hybrid approach will ensure the distribution of vaccine doses to individuals at high risk of severe outcomes, including … [Read more...] about State Adopts A Unique Model For COVID-19 Vaccine Prioritization
Civic Service Institute is Now Center for Service and Volunteerism
The Civic Service Institute at Northern Arizona University announced it is changing its name to the Center for Service and Volunteerism. “Our new name, the Center for Service and Volunteerism (CSV), better reflects the work we do to engage volunteers to address critical community needs throughout Arizona,” said Director, Erin Kruse. “Our programs serve communities from Yuma to Tuba City, Lake Havasu to Show Low, and many more.” Deidre Crawley, Senior Program Coordinator added that with the new … [Read more...] about Civic Service Institute is Now Center for Service and Volunteerism