As the days have grown shorter and we experience the effects of less sunlight, we are reminded how important the right light is for our overall well-being. Lighting intervention, known as circadian lighting, has been used to minimize the effects of jet lag. Here at The Landings of Prescott Valley, we are using circadian lighting to improve the lives of our residents in our Secured Assisted Living. The importance of regulating sleep patterns in residents with dementia through lighting … [Read more...] about Understanding the Importance of Circadian Lighting
Considerations for Dealing with Debt
When you consolidate your debt, there is the possibility that you could lower your interest rate. The payments may be lowered and there will be only one payment to make instead of numerous payments. When you consolidate into one loan, you most likely will be extending the time to repay. When you do that, it will take longer. If it takes longer, the lower interest rate will become irrelevant because you may end up paying more interest because the debt will be outstanding longer. So, is there a … [Read more...] about Considerations for Dealing with Debt
Natural Ways to Manage Stress During the Holidays
The holiday season is a joyful time of year, but it can also be stressful, and this year that’s truer than ever. We’ve all got a lot on our plates these days, and it’s not turkey with extra stuffing. The following practices can help you manage stress as you navigate this unique holiday season. And the best part about these practices? They are simple enough to incorporate into your existing routine without having to dramatically adjust your day, which makes it more likely that you’ll enjoy and … [Read more...] about Natural Ways to Manage Stress During the Holidays
Yavapai College reverts to ‘Red Phase’ of COVID-19 re-entry plan beginning 11/30
Yavapai College has announced that the College will revert to the ‘red phase’ of its COVID-19 re-entry plan when the College returns from Thanksgiving break on Monday, November 30 through Sunday, December 6. College leadership will meet each Friday through the remainder of the fall semester to determine which phase the College will operate in during the following week. The red phase is the first of the five-phase plan that the College implemented over the … [Read more...] about Yavapai College reverts to ‘Red Phase’ of COVID-19 re-entry plan beginning 11/30
5 Ways to Thank Your Local Small Business
In the middle of a pandemic that has taken so much from us, acts of celebration and sharing hold an even deeper significance. Although our holidays celebrations will look different this year, our values remain unchanged. This is a season of caring, a season of giving. We each look for ways to ease suffering and connect with our loved ones, even if over a computer screen. As we care for our neighbors by donating meals and gifts and prepare the same for our families, I urge you to make those … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Thank Your Local Small Business
Parades and Acker Night Events Cancelled
Due to ongoing concerns about rapidly increasing COVID-19 numbers, the City, the Prescott Chamber, Prescott Downtown Partnership, and Acker Night Committee jointly decided to cancel their events, including the Holiday Light Parade and Bonfire Festival; The Christmas Parade, and Acker Night. The Courthouse Lighting will be held “virtually”, with online video of the traditional ceremony. The Whiskey Row Boot Drop will delay their decision until December 21. The decision by the … [Read more...] about Parades and Acker Night Events Cancelled
Lowell Scientists Help Characterize a Second Known Minimoon
Astronomers using data collected with the Lowell Discovery Telescope (LDT) have helped to characterize only the second known minimoon of Earth, a newly discovered asteroid with the designation 2020 CD3, or CD3 for short. The LDT observations helped to clarify both the rotation rate and the orbit of this diminutive body, the latter of which helped prove that CD3 is a natural body and not some relic piece of human-made space junk. Minimoons are small asteroids temporarily captured … [Read more...] about Lowell Scientists Help Characterize a Second Known Minimoon
Gov. Ducey Begins Federal CARES Act Funds Distribution To Schools
The Governor's Office announced on Thursday that the process has begun to distribute $370 million in federal CARES Act funds to public and charter schools in the state.The Enrollment Stabilization Grant (ESG) Program, a form of COVID relief funding, has allocated a total of $716 million toward Arizona K-12 schools.The program was first announced as part of the Arizona: Open for Learning Plan. The plan is meant to improve school budget stability, increase funding for students utilizing virtual … [Read more...] about Gov. Ducey Begins Federal CARES Act Funds Distribution To Schools
Navajo & Hopi Families Covid-19 Relief Fund Teams Up with Bashas’ DinÉ Markets to Distribute Personal Protective Equipment KITS
As COVID-19 cases skyrocket across the United States, the Navajo Nation is experiencing uncontrolled spread in about 55 communities and has entered its second shelter-in-place order. Controlling the spread of COVID is critical, and a key element of success is access to necessary personal protection equipment, or PPE. That’s why the Navajo & Hopi Families COVID-19 Relief Fund is teaming up with Bashas’ Diné Markets to bring direct relief to families in need on the Navajo … [Read more...] about Navajo & Hopi Families Covid-19 Relief Fund Teams Up with Bashas’ DinÉ Markets to Distribute Personal Protective Equipment KITS
Arizona Department Of Health Services Strengthens Mask Wearing Requirement For Schools
To protect the health of our school communities, the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) today issued an emergency measure requiring district and charter schools to immediately mandate that masks are worn on school campuses, on school buses and during school-associated activities by all students, faculty, staff, contractors, and visitors. “Keeping kids and teachers safe is one of our top priorities,” said Governor Doug Ducey. “This emergency measure issued by ADHS addresses the … [Read more...] about Arizona Department Of Health Services Strengthens Mask Wearing Requirement For Schools