Anyone involved with animal rescues knows that networking is absolutely crucial to getting the animals what they need, where and when they need it. These networks, like many-spoked wheels, need a central hub to keep them connected and spinning in harmony. Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue (SOLR) is just that for shelters, groups and individuals working to save Labs and Lab mixes throughout Arizona, Texas, New Mexico and Mexico. Three years ago, SOLR president Susan Krase, along with a few … [Read more...] about Southwest Oasis Labrador Rescue Serves as a Hub of Hope
Forest Thinning Continues to Be a High Priority
With Arizona forests already heavily engaged in wildfire season, forest thinning is high on the agenda at the Forest Service. A USFS report released last year states that 40% to 50% of these high priority areas’ acres need to be strategically treated to reduce 80% of the exposure to wildfire risk. There’s also wide agreement, from logging companies to environmental organizations like The Nature Conservancy, that funds in President Biden’s infrastructure bill to increase the pace and scale of … [Read more...] about Forest Thinning Continues to Be a High Priority
Friends Offer Up Something Borrowed for Brides
In the last two years, Rachel Duncan was a bridesmaid at five weddings and Laura Hicks had her own wedding. While considering the age-old problem of what to do with post-wedding decorations, the two best friends created Something Borrowed: Wedding and Event Rentals. “Laura had purchased a lot of items for her ceremony and many of our friends stated they had no idea with to do with all the leftover wedding items,” said Duncan. The two also noticed wedding rental companies were … [Read more...] about Friends Offer Up Something Borrowed for Brides
‘Keep Laughing as Loud as Possible’
Problem solving is what you would expect on any given day in business. But some problems are outrageous and require an equally outrageous response. And that’s why I love the memory of Gilbert Gottfried. When my public relations business was starting out and I was young and enthusiastic and didn’t think about things like dangerous weather events, I was hired to plan a holiday celebration in which major donors of a non-profit organization would be invited to a field transformed to look and feel … [Read more...] about ‘Keep Laughing as Loud as Possible’
From Earth to Space and into NightVisions
Prescott sculptor Joseph McShane’s style might be considered other worldly. He has engaged outer space and the sun to co-create with him and is the first artist to have his work leave this planet and travel with astronauts on board the space shuttle to be created in the vacuum and weightlessness of the space environment. A photograph of his sculpture titled S.P.A.C.E. will be part of NightVisions: Cultural Interpretations of the Night Sky, an exhibition running May 21 through Aug. 27, at the … [Read more...] about From Earth to Space and into NightVisions
How To Get a Job as an Electrician With No Experience
If you are willing to work hard and want to earn a decent living, you should consider becoming an electrician. Best of all, you can start working with little to no experience. If this sounds too good to be true, you should continue reading. In this guide, you will learn how to get a job as an electrician with no experience. Start With an Entry-Level Job If you want to start working immediately, you could seek out an entry-level job as an electrician. Some electrician jobs only require a high … [Read more...] about How To Get a Job as an Electrician With No Experience
Planting Seeds for the Prescott Food Forest
In Prescott, it’s an idea ripe for the picking: a gardening discovery center exploring the world of growing food and eating healthy for all generations, to be called the Prescott Food Forest. With a slogan of “Where People Come to Grow Together,” the plan has been growing. One of the central elements of the project is creating a community garden, a concept not new in Prescott, as a previous community garden near Granite Creek had closed a few years ago. However, with the pandemic in … [Read more...] about Planting Seeds for the Prescott Food Forest
The Difference Between Fasteners, Bolts, and Screws
The difference between screws and bolts seems like it would be an easy concept to understand. However, it can be very easy to get them confused with how many different types there are. Who could blame you for not knowing the difference between a screw and a fastener? This article will help clear the difference between fasteners, bolts, and screws to ensure that your next project is well-done and secure. Screws A screw is an inclined plane wrapped around a central axis. The spiral shape, also … [Read more...] about The Difference Between Fasteners, Bolts, and Screws
The Difference Between Hazardous and Nonhazardous Waste
When it comes to running a business in Arizona, knowing proper waste disposal is essential. Federal and local regulations dictate how you must classify, store, and get rid of certain materials, whether or not they are toxic. Failure to adhere to these guidelines could be detrimental to your company, leading to hefty fines and suspended operations. Learning the difference between hazardous and nonhazardous waste can help you avoid mistakes What Is Hazardous Waste? The Environmental Protection … [Read more...] about The Difference Between Hazardous and Nonhazardous Waste
Tips for Increasing Your Business’s Curb Appeal
First impressions are crucial, even for commercial properties. The way your business looks to passersby affects who comes through your doors and who turns to your competitors instead. That’s why curb appeal is important for businesses. An attractive property, clean storefront, and welcoming entrance draw positive attention to your company. Improve the way your property looks with these tips for increasing your business’s curb appeal. Invest in Clear, Attractive Signage Your sign is often the … [Read more...] about Tips for Increasing Your Business’s Curb Appeal