Continuing the great tradition of annual Navajo Nation fairs and celebrations, Yee Ha’ólníi Doo has organized a Virtual Fair Celebrating Summer Solstice on June 19-20, 2021. The Virtual Fair features a phenomenal roster of cultural and musical performances plus much more! Annual fairs on the Navajo Nation have strengthened the culture of the Navajo People for over a century. Fair season is a time of unity, reacquaintance, friendly competition, and exhibition. For Yee Ha’ólníi Doo, celebrating … [Read more...] about Yee Ha’ólníi Doo Celebrating Summer Solstice with a Virtual Fair
Governor Attends CP Technologies Grand Opening In Prescott
Governor Doug Ducey today welcomed a new manufacturing company to Arizona by traveling to Prescott for the grand opening of its new headquarters after relocating from California. CP Technologies is expected to create more than 200 jobs over the next two years and have additional economic impacts on Yavapai County. “Arizona’s manufacturers produce vital resources for a variety of industries and create thousands of jobs in the state,” said Governor Ducey. “CP Technologies could have chosen … [Read more...] about Governor Attends CP Technologies Grand Opening In Prescott
Can an Old Body Generate New Stem Cells?
Before I give you the answer, please note, this article is not intended to provide medical advice. I am a biophysicist, not a doctor. I simply want to share new research and developments that you can further investigate on your own, and/or take to your medical provider. A few years ago, if you asked if your older body could generate new stem cells, the answer would have been a definite “No.” But, as of 2019, the answer has become a most promising “Yes!” — even if you are over age 80! So, what … [Read more...] about Can an Old Body Generate New Stem Cells?
Welcoming Summer with Open Doors in ‘Everyone’s Hometown’
During the Summer of 2020, the typically-lively Prescott area was host to far fewer attendees at summer special events. The impacts of COVID-19 were being felt here and throughout the world, causing everyone to be cautious and conscious of taking care of themselves and others. Now that numbers are decreasing and vaccinations have become more readily available, everyone is looking forward to an opportunity to enjoy the beauty and vibrancy of our community with 2021 Summer Special Events. In … [Read more...] about Welcoming Summer with Open Doors in ‘Everyone’s Hometown’
A Lifelong Relationship with OneAZ
Johanna Klomann knows Flagstaff. She has built a life in Northern Arizona ever since her family moved there when she was just two years old. Around that time is also when her parents established a personal savings account for her with OneAZ Credit Union. And for someone with a self-proclaimed aversion to change, Johanna has continued to bank with OneAZ ever since. Fast forward to graduation day at Northern Arizona University on a warm May day with a degree in accounting. Johanna had interned … [Read more...] about A Lifelong Relationship with OneAZ
Dignity Health, YRMG Launches Alzheimer’s, Dementia Care Program
Deteriorating health and not being able to live at home are among older adults’ greatest age-related fears, according to a recent study of people age 55 and older. Look further and you’ll also find that dementia of any kind makes the list of medical conditions that seniors dread most. The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care (ADC) program – launched recently by Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Group – addresses these concerns and more. The program provides the infrastructure dementia … [Read more...] about Dignity Health, YRMG Launches Alzheimer’s, Dementia Care Program
How to Prevent, Treat HIV
Is HIV still a thing? Surprisingly and unfortunately, yes. What may be even more surprising is that more than 38 million people are still living with HIV today. And, before you skip this article because you think you or your loved ones are not at risk for HIV, please think again. Let’s Talk Facts In 2018 alone, there were 37,968 new HIV diagnoses in the U.S. and dependent countries. Young people in the age group between 13 and 24 are particularly affected by HIV, and in 2018, this age … [Read more...] about How to Prevent, Treat HIV
Treating Pain with an Epidural Steroid Injection
The epidural steroid injection allows anti-inflammatory medicine (steroid) to be injected into the epidural space to treat pain caused by irritation of the spinal nerves. A protective covering called the dural sac surrounds the spinal cord. This sac contains spinal fluid that bathes and nourishes the spinal cord. The space between the outer surface of the dural sac and the bones of the spinal column is the epidural space. Nerves that go from the spinal cord through the spinal column and to … [Read more...] about Treating Pain with an Epidural Steroid Injection
ERAU Grad Creates Satellite Design Startup
Katalyst Space Technologies, a modular satellite design and build company, has set down at Moonshot at NACET in Flagstaff. The tech company’s founder, Ghonhee Lee, reported that the benefits of Moonshot and the Flagstaff lifestyle, coupled with the city’s incentive program, helped them choose Flagstaff as a home base. “Together, the pull from Moonshot and the city’s incentive helped us make the decision,” said Lee in an exclusive Quad Cities Business News interview. “They took advantage of … [Read more...] about ERAU Grad Creates Satellite Design Startup
Understanding the Extraordinary Rising Costs of Construction Materials
We are here to give you the inside scoop and tips on everything A to Z for your home and we love talking about the construction industry. Settle in, enjoy and have fun reading our column. We sure do enjoy sharing our words with you. hanks for being such loyal and great readers. Sandy: Well hello, Tom, and happy June to you. YIKES, YIKES, and more YIKES!!! What is going on with the cost of construction materials? I have never seen industry prices like this before. Tom: Oh, boy. You … [Read more...] about Understanding the Extraordinary Rising Costs of Construction Materials