With losses to the nation’s restaurant industry totaling about $250 billion in sales during the COVID-19 pandemic, Northern Arizona University’s School of Hotel and Restaurant Management (HRM) is stressing the importance of digital ordering services. HRM Executive Director Fred DeMicco and Center for Business Outreach faculty member Muhittin “Tim” Cavusoglu created a webinar, “Navigating Online Orders in the Food Industry,” to help restaurateurs stay in business and create contact-free … [Read more...] about NAU Hospitality Experts Discuss Online Transactions to Keep Restaurants in Business
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RV Rentals Rise, Campgrounds Fill
Recreational vehicle rentals are rising as people anxious to get out of their homes look for alternatives to their typical summer travel plans. Because recreational vehicles (RVs) are usually self-contained and, consequently, perfect for social distancing, more people than ever are taking a stab at RV vacation rentals. Christian Zeno of Lo-Lo-Mai Springs Outdoor Resort near Sedona reports that an influx of first-time RV renters and owners are filling camping sites. “People who have never … [Read more...] about RV Rentals Rise, Campgrounds Fill
Raptor Ranch Comes to Bedrock
Having a yabba-dabba-doo time is exactly what Troy and Debbie Morris and Ronald and Angela Brown have in mind for their new but long-awaited acquisition of Bedrock City in Valle, named after “The Flintstones,” the animated cartoon sitcom of the 1960s. Located off State Route 64 and U.S. 180, about 33 miles south of the Grand Canyon, the 30-acre parcel now houses their dream, Raptor Ranch, which will feature birds of prey flight demonstrations in company with stone-age characters like Fred and … [Read more...] about Raptor Ranch Comes to Bedrock
Arizona’s Oldest Protestant Church Celebrates 150th Year
Despite limitations and closures mandated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Prescott United Methodist Church (PUMC) has been celebrating its 150th year of serving churchgoers in the greater community throughout 2020. “It’s not quite how we earlier had envisioned commemorating such a major event in church history and the state, but we’re nevertheless doing it,” said Rev. Dan Hurlbert, senior pastor at PUMC. In January, Hurlbert announced that he and church staff were dedicating the entire year … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Oldest Protestant Church Celebrates 150th Year
Babbitt Ranches Postpones Colt Sale
In an effort to keep spectators and participants safe this summer, the traditional western 2020 Babbitt Ranches Annual Colt Sale will not be held in July, for the first time in decades. Instead, organizers are planning an online auction in March 2021. “We want to thank everyone who joins us each year out at Spider Web Camp for the many years of friendship and support. We will certainly miss seeing everyone in the stands,” said Babbitt Ranches President and General Manager Billy Cordasco. … [Read more...] about Babbitt Ranches Postpones Colt Sale
Small Businesses May Still Apply for Paycheck Protection
Funds are still available to small businesses through the second round of the Paycheck Protection Program. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provides loans designed to encourage small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll. Small businesses, sole proprietors, independent contractors and self-employed persons apply for the PPP loans through their banks. Lenders in Northern Arizona, like Neil Wesson at Foothills Bank, are staying busy processing PPP applications. “We have been … [Read more...] about Small Businesses May Still Apply for Paycheck Protection
Ten Years of Recovery Through Nature
For 10 years, Back2Basics Outdoor Adventure Recovery has been using the natural environment to help young men recover from addiction. The Flagstaff-based program engages men, ages 18 to 35, in a variety of wilderness experiences that are emotionally and physically safe, combined with more traditional therapies such as process groups and one-on-one counseling with a clinician. “We’re a hybrid, beginning with the expeditions for half the week, and the other half of the week focusing on … [Read more...] about Ten Years of Recovery Through Nature
DigDeep Bringing Clean Water to Navajo Homes
When we hear about a “water crisis,” we may be inclined to think of it as a problem somewhere else, but according to DigDeep, a non-profit organization that has been providing running water for those in need, 30% of the families on the Navajo Nation have neither a tap for fresh water nor a toilet. The organization says that on the reservation, about one in three homes do not have basic plumbing and must drive miles to a watering station to fill plastic jugs for their household … [Read more...] about DigDeep Bringing Clean Water to Navajo Homes
Physical Therapist Making House Calls
Basophobia, the fear of falling, is a phobia many of us can relate to, but for older adults, falling can be life-threatening. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are an inevitable part of aging. The CDC reports that an older adult dies from a fall every 20 minutes. However, these falls often can be avoided, and home physical therapy may help. “By addressing safe mobility and balance issues sooner than later, my clients can avoid serious injuries,” said … [Read more...] about Physical Therapist Making House Calls
Why and How to Advertise in the COVID Times
The COVID-19 pandemic is playing out like a Netflix drama. We’re tuning in to find out the latest twists in this ongoing superbug saga as much as we’re learning how many ways we can braid our hair like the Mother of Dragons when we binge-watch Game of Thrones. We can’t wait to hear from our favorite trending characters, like President Trump’s medical advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci. With all eyes on the news, whether it’s on national television or in local publications, the media has our attention … [Read more...] about Why and How to Advertise in the COVID Times