Northern Arizona University recently welcomed Joshua Maher as the new associate vice president for community relations. An experienced public servant with a strong background in higher education and municipal government, Maher is a great resource for Northern Arizona University and communities across all NAU campuses. Maher joined NAU from the California State Polytechnic University in Pomona, where he was assistant director of government and external affairs. In a former position, he worked … [Read more...] about Welcoming Maher to NAU
Understanding the Effects of Noise Pollution
Noise, or unwanted sound, is one of the most common environmental exposures in the United States. In 1981, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimated that nearly 100 million people in the United States (about 50% of the population) had annual exposures to traffic noise that were high enough to be harmful to health. How Does the Body Respond to Noise? Despite the widespread prevalence of noise exposure, noise has historically been treated differently from pollutants of a … [Read more...] about Understanding the Effects of Noise Pollution
Top Brewmaster Concocting Winning Craft Beers for Prescott and Beyond
Travis Smith almost let his dream of making beer professionally go down the drain. But he permanently abandoned a law enforcement career in a move that ended up eventually helping him earn recognition as one of the top brewmasters in the nation. In 2019, Smith became became brewmaster of Prescott’s LazyG Brewhouse ahead of its grand opening in August. He quickly went to work in a brew pub that offers customers a broad range of styles, from original IPAs to lighter, crisper beers. LazyG … [Read more...] about Top Brewmaster Concocting Winning Craft Beers for Prescott and Beyond
YRMC Launches Clinical Research Program
In our connected world, the latest information about your recent medical diagnosis is as close as a Google search. Sprinkled throughout those search results you’ll typically find information about research studies involving leading-edge treatments, new medical devices and groundbreaking therapies. “Any advancements we’ve made in medicine are due to research,” said Yavapai Regional Medical Center Clinical Research Consultant Lynn Bessette. This is one reason YRMC has joined other hospitals … [Read more...] about YRMC Launches Clinical Research Program
Finding the Right IT Partner
Deciding on a new IT provider can be tough. IT providers are not your ordinary vendor, but rather a partner in the success of your business. The company that you are going to partner with will have the keys to the castle and should treat your business with the utmost respect. There is usually one of three reasons why you would be looking for a new provider. 1) The current provider is slow to respond or unresponsive. 2) The customer service is weak or non-existent. 3) You … [Read more...] about Finding the Right IT Partner
Cleaning and Caring for Your Oriental Rug
For more than 2,500 years, Oriental rugs have been used in the East by nomads and villagers for warmth and beauty. More recently in the West, they have graced homes with their art and luxury, and complement any decor. An Oriental rug is a purchase for a lifetime and will last for many generations when properly maintained. The following information offers simple, basic advice for the protection and care of your investment. Oriental rugs are generally made of wool and are easily and … [Read more...] about Cleaning and Caring for Your Oriental Rug
Medical Entrepreneur Opens Aesthetics and Wellness Business
Entrepreneur Phil Schafer, an experienced Prescott acute care and family nurse practitioner, recently opened his own business called Tri-City Aesthetics and Wellness, located at 212 S. Montezuma St, Suite 1. The medically trained, certified owner said, “Demand is beyond expectations for Botox and dermal fillers.” He adds his firm will specialize in helping people feel better about themselves. Schafer said, “We do this by providing top-notch, client-focused aesthetic services in a … [Read more...] about Medical Entrepreneur Opens Aesthetics and Wellness Business
Preparing for the Meal in the Middle
If you are like many folks, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. The nutrition in your breakfast choices helps maintain blood glucose levels and your metabolism. We are encouraged as a society to not skip breakfast. Whether you make a healthy breakfast bowl, smoothie, oatmeal with yogurt or whatever you desire, you will likely get the nutrients your body needs. Then comes lunch, the middle meal. Many local restaurants begin serving lunch around 11 a.m. I have many peers in … [Read more...] about Preparing for the Meal in the Middle
Nurturing the Community with Goods from the Garden
From business meetings and award ceremonies to weddings and similar personal festivities, Prescott’s Goods from the Garden caters to the culinary tastes of area businesses and families. Named Best of Business-Catering in 2019 by QCBN readers, the firm boasts 24 professionals with collectively more than 188 years of culinary experience and “amazing” serving skills, according to co-owner Debbie Maranville. Championing “the pillars of healthy living and eating,” Maranville and her husband, … [Read more...] about Nurturing the Community with Goods from the Garden
Offering a Heads Up on Biking Safety
From paper boys hustling through their paper routes at the crack of dawn to families taking a Sunday afternoon cruise through the neighborhood, bike riding is one of America’s favorite pastimes. But every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 26,000 bicycle-related injuries to children and adolescents result in traumatic brain injuries. A brain injury suffered by a child has a more devastating impact than the same severity of brain injury suffered by an adult. … [Read more...] about Offering a Heads Up on Biking Safety