From writing articles about food for Noise Magazine and working for Trattoria Lastrada in Bonita, California, Violette’s Bakery Café owner Amber Godina has been well trained on how to butter up her customers. This Clarkdale pastry chef is pleasing the palates of residents all around the Verde Valley as well as visitors from as far away as Europe by selling her French delights out of a train caboose-turned-cafe. Stirring up an eclectic menu of pastries, quiche, paninis, cookies, sandwiches and … [Read more...] about Amber Godina Creates a Taste of France Inside a Purple Caboose in Clarkdale
Arizona Wine Country Visionary Takes Guests Behind the Scenes
A painting of a viticulturist’s life goes far beyond the picturesque rows of groomed vines and trellises that eventually produce an alluring glass of fine wine. Behind the surface is a palette of backbreaking labor, stress and long hours. Just like any farmer, or in this case, winegrower, the elements of nature determine your workday. From locating the best rootstock to planting, to pruning, to bottling, other factors such as weather, viruses, fungal diseases, rodents and pests factor … [Read more...] about Arizona Wine Country Visionary Takes Guests Behind the Scenes
Health First Foundation Grant Helps Dental Days Bring Free Dental Care to Northern Arizona
Access to dental care can be a challenge for many adults in Northern Arizona, especially for those without adequate insurance or the financial means to pay out-of-pocket for services. This challenge is what the Dental Days program aims to address – by offering mobile, no-cost dental clinics, Dental Days is helping to bridge the gap for adults who struggle to access necessary dental care because of income limitations, insurance restrictions and a lack of available providers. Founded in August … [Read more...] about Health First Foundation Grant Helps Dental Days Bring Free Dental Care to Northern Arizona
Bringing Your Brand to Life
Branding – it’s the heart and soul of your business. It’s more than just a logo; it’s how the world perceives your company. For small business owners, marketing managers and entrepreneurs, branding is not just important – it’s essential. Done well, it can distinguish your business in an otherwise cluttered marketplace. But here’s a key takeaway for today’s branding strategy: It’s all about being consistent and constant. One often overlooked aspect of branding is putting your logo to work in … [Read more...] about Bringing Your Brand to Life
Prescott Food Forest Keeps Growing
It’s that time of year again. Even though it’s cold outside, dreams to plant and grow fruits and vegetables dance in our heads. Now is the time to plan your garden and get the education needed to become knowledgeable and proficient to do so successfully. To help Quad Cities residents gain the insights and skills to not only grow a garden, but to become self-sufficient and sustainable, there are numerous programs and events available to master many aspects of gardening and homesteading. … [Read more...] about Prescott Food Forest Keeps Growing
Prescott Frontier Days Announces 2025 World’s Oldest Rodeo Ticket Sales, Women in Rodeo Theme
Prescott Frontier Days, Inc., is proud to announce that tickets for the highly anticipated 2025 World’s Oldest Rodeo will go on sale on March 17. The event, scheduled to take place from June 30 to July 6, 2025, promises to deliver another thrilling week of rodeo action, drawing fans from across the globe to Prescott. This year, the World’s Oldest Rodeo will shine a spotlight on an extraordinary group of athletes and contributors: the Women in Rodeo. With a nod to the trailblazing women who have … [Read more...] about Prescott Frontier Days Announces 2025 World’s Oldest Rodeo Ticket Sales, Women in Rodeo Theme
YMCA Trainer Works with Every Body
YMCA Personal Trainer Sam Dettman has a simple philosophy: “You may own several cars over your lifetime, but you only have one body.” Thus, he says, if you don’t take care of it, you may be miserable, especially in your senior years. “What we teach you in the gym helps you outside of the gym,” he said. “It’s important to me that I can make a difference and see people improve. It helps keep people out of the hospital and lowers medical bills.” Dettman, who tailors workouts for each individual, … [Read more...] about YMCA Trainer Works with Every Body
Marine Offers Free Self- Defense Classes to Empower Women Against Violence
The unfortunate reality of random violence is real, and according to Marine Bill Watson, women are prime targets. Harnessing modalities that have been proven to work, Watson believes his calling is to teach women how to be safe, cognizant of danger and if needed, how to defend themselves. Using props such as soccer balls, kicking shields and boxing gloves for women to practice striking accuracy, Watson’s weekly self-defense sessions are free and open to any woman who wants to attend. “My … [Read more...] about Marine Offers Free Self- Defense Classes to Empower Women Against Violence
James-Marco Health: Luxury Health Care Redefined
In 2018, neurosurgeon Whitney James met nurse Barbara Marco, sparking a partnership that would transform health care. The two shared a commitment to providing exceptional patient care and operated a thriving neurosurgery practice. Over the years, they dreamed of creating a holistic health care model that would merge what they considered to be the best aspects of Western medicine with naturopathic and beauty treatments. That vision took on new urgency in 2021 when Marco tragically passed away … [Read more...] about James-Marco Health: Luxury Health Care Redefined
Show Your Heart Some Love this Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day, show some love — to your heart! According to the American Heart Association: The heart does more physical work than any other muscle in the body. The average heart pumps 2,000 gallons of blood per day. In a 70-year lifetime, an average human heart beats more than 2.5 billion times. The average heart beats 100,000 times a day. Your heart works hard for you, so naturally, it deserves some love — and not only on Valentine’s Day! Here are a few habits you can … [Read more...] about Show Your Heart Some Love this Valentine’s Day