The girl was four years old. She had been riding in the back of a pickup truck when a bale of hay flew out. The wire holding the hay together caught one of the girl’s hands and ripped through four fingers. Jack Quigley, M.D., and Stephen Lex, M.D., worked to reattach the fingers and put the girl’s hand back together. Both are board certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery and have additional training in hand surgery. The procedure took 12 hours and required using veins from the girl’s … [Read more...] about Improving Lives in Northern Arizona and Beyond
Bank Building to Become Prescott City Hall
Prescott City Council members showed no hesitation in approving payment of $7.55 million for the 14-year-old National Bank three-story building located at 201 N. Montezuma Street to replace the 59-year-old municipal building, which has served as Prescott City Hall since the early 1960s. The purchase will be from Arma Vista Properties, LLC, a Prescott corporation. The proposed land deal will go into a 60- to 90-day escrow process. City Manager Michael Lamar called the April 13 decision a … [Read more...] about Bank Building to Become Prescott City Hall
Home Buying: How Much Can You Afford?
Many people want to live the dream of owning their own home. Paying rent is a waste of money, they say. What you don’t want to happen is to overbuy or overextend and turn that dream into a nightmare. How much can you afford? Owning a home is special, and you must prepare accordingly. We will discuss the safeguards you need to put into place to eliminate a nightmare scenario. Often, the concept is, “I am paying rent now so if I pay the same amount for a mortgage then I will be all right.” … [Read more...] about Home Buying: How Much Can You Afford?
Practicing Powerful Daily Routines for Success
Most Americans wake up feeling tired and sluggish. Many of us wake up with a mood that is neutral or slightly negative and we spend most of the morning trying to get caught up. This article does not promise to makeover your entire life or guarantee that you’ll become a morning person ready to run five miles before the sun rises – unless that’s your goal, and if so, rise and grind! This article will, I hope, provide some opportunities for a shift in perspective. With small, incremental … [Read more...] about Practicing Powerful Daily Routines for Success
How to Help Pets Burn Energy in Summer
One challenge we all experience during the summer is how to burn enough energy as the temperature rises. Walks are more spread out and many canines become destructive, as they’re bored and have pent up energy. Here are some ideas on ways to challenge our furry friends mentally and physically when it’s too hot to be outside. One question I often ask clients is how they feed their dog. This is a great opportunity to burn energy, for there are many tools that provide enrichment during mealtime. … [Read more...] about How to Help Pets Burn Energy in Summer
Not Your Parents’ RV Experience
When Contemporary Resorts and Residences opened the Verde Ranch RV Resort in August 2019, the company did not account for the pandemic in its business plan – first, the shutdown of business in spring 2020, and then the surge in RV sales and rentals as the home-weary headed out to explore the world in their own space. “I don’t think people realized how popular RV-ing was prior to the pandemic and how easy, comfortable and accommodating it is to do,” said Corporate Director of Sales and … [Read more...] about Not Your Parents’ RV Experience
Sinema Hosts Roundtable with Arizona Tourism Leaders Aimed at Expanding Job Opportunities
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema hosted a roundtable with Arizona tourism leaders to discuss COVID-19’s impacts on Arizona’s tourism industry, identify ways to expand economic opportunities, and highlight how the recent coronavirus-relief law will help fuel Arizona’s economic recovery. “As Arizona recovers from the pandemic, we’re identifying long-term solutions with tourism industry leaders to fuel jobs, expand opportunities, and ensure Arizona continues to be a top tourism … [Read more...] about Sinema Hosts Roundtable with Arizona Tourism Leaders Aimed at Expanding Job Opportunities
Governor Ducey Signs Legislation To Dramatically Expand Telehealth
Governor Doug Ducey today signed legislation to dramatically expand telemedicine in Arizona and provide greater opportunities for accessible medical services, fulfilling a priority of his 2021 State of the State Address. “Ensuring Arizonans have access to safe and reliable medical services is a top priority,” said Governor Ducey. “Telehealth expands access to medical services for low-income families and those living in rural areas, protects vulnerable populations, and allows snowbirds … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Signs Legislation To Dramatically Expand Telehealth
New Treatment Being Tested for Chronic Dizziness
If you have ever had a bout of dizziness, you would empathize with an individual who experiences dizziness chronically. Most of us have had an episode of car sickness or sea sickness. Imagine being in that state all the time! It is one of the most debilitating symptoms a person can have. Their entire life is consumed by the sensation of vertigo and coping with the nausea and disorientation it causes. Drugs to treat vertigo are designed to reduce the sensitivity of the balance organs and … [Read more...] about New Treatment Being Tested for Chronic Dizziness
Community Rallies to Support Animal Sanctuary
Animal Guardian Network (AGN), a 22-acre 501(c)(3) non-profit senior animal sanctuary located in Camp Verde, has received some help from the community. It was discovered that an essential piece of equipment for the organization, a John Deere Gator, had disappeared. AGN representatives say word of the loss spread quickly through the area, which sparked outrage at the thought of a non-profit being robbed. “People offered to help in different ways, like lending or donating equipment, offering … [Read more...] about Community Rallies to Support Animal Sanctuary