Some lucky Northern Arizona University transfer student will soon be toasting benefactors, thanks to a combined social and philanthropic wine tasting tour organized by the NAU Alumni Prescott chapter. Two dozen NAU alums and supporters visited the Southwest Wine Center (SWC) located on the Yavapai College Clarkdale campus last month. They took an educational tour of the modern viticulture and enology facility, getting to see the vineyards and the wine fermenting and bottling … [Read more...] about Wine Tour Benefits NAU Student
What is Chinese Cupping?
If it’s pain relief you’re after, our blend of massage cupping and deep tissue massage will literally pull the pain out of the tissues – and it feels amazing! Cupping is one of the many services we offer and is a technique that uses different-sized plastic or glass suction cups, which pull stagnant blood to a specific region to stimulate healing. It is effective at stretching tight fascia and muscles. Cupping helps the tissue develop new blood flow and causes anti-inflammatory chemicals in … [Read more...] about What is Chinese Cupping?
Subaru Expanding, Pledging to Give Back
Successful sales and increasing service requests are such that Subaru-Prescott is demolishing its old facility and replacing it with a contemporary 24,000-square-foot building at 3230 Willow Creek Road on the northeast edge of the city. General Manager Dave “Mac” Macfarlane says substantial population growth in the greater community and increasing demand for Subaru automotive products is driving the expansion. Sun State Builders, a major construction firm that builds throughout the … [Read more...] about Subaru Expanding, Pledging to Give Back
Massage 101: Choosing the Right Massage and Add-On Therapies
Massage therapy encompasses many different techniques, styles and personalized options, which can vary from appointment to appointment. Few things allow us to individualize an experience for the moment like massage therapy does. In the winter, deep tissue for aching muscles from snow shoveling may be in order. After taking final exams, a relaxing massage is just what is needed to end the semester. Sometimes it is about bodywork and total-body stretching to help reach sports and physical … [Read more...] about Massage 101: Choosing the Right Massage and Add-On Therapies
Honoring a Champion for Children, Homeless
Diane Iverson is known as someone who has made a difference in the lives of hundreds. More than 130 people joined in a recent celebration, which included three standing ovations, to honor her nearly two decades of service with the Coalition for Compassion and Justice. Iverson was a founding member of the CCJ and later became a full-time staff member, retiring as the director of special projects. Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce President Marnie Uhl emceed the “Diane Iverson Legacy … [Read more...] about Honoring a Champion for Children, Homeless
Mandalay Homes Anticipating Solid Growth
With new homes under construction throughout the Quad Cities area, officials with Mandalay Homes are optimistic about future home sales. Currently, Mandalay Homes has operations underway in Prescott, Prescott Valley and Chino Valley, with its home office in Prescott. “What we think makes our homes unique is that our construction processes are designed to be energy efficient,” said Marketing Manager Jessica Walls. She notes the U.S. Department of Energy has recognized Mandalay Homes as … [Read more...] about Mandalay Homes Anticipating Solid Growth
Prescott Valley Celebrating Forty Years
Prescott Valley is marking its 40th year as a town with the theme, “Prescott Valley Oz.” Community leaders, led by the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Town Council, have planned events and activities for throughout coming months. For example, Thursday, May 10 through Sunday, May 13, the downtown Entertainment District will be buzzing with the following: Sun Valley Rides carnival will open Thursday evening and run through Sunday. Early purchase of “all you can … [Read more...] about Prescott Valley Celebrating Forty Years
Tuition Plan Protects Access, Enhances Investments in Student Success
Every day, Northern Arizona University values our opportunities to connect students with the countless possibilities that higher education provides. We do this in many ways – from high-quality degree programs that prepare our Lumberjacks for the jobs of tomorrow to the many locations we offer degrees online and around the state. Our tuition-setting process is another way we carefully provide access to an increasing number of students. It is not an easy process – indeed, it is one of the most … [Read more...] about Tuition Plan Protects Access, Enhances Investments in Student Success
Tips for Choosing and Growing Local Roses
What better way to enjoy the romance of the garden than by growing roses? Rose gardening has gotten a bad rap in recent years. Growing roses doesn’t have to be a challenge. Choose the right plant for your garden and you’re halfway to having a spectacular rose garden. Learn the basics of caring for roses and your gardens will be the envy of the neighborhood. In a nutshell, there are four magic ingredients for making your roses happy and your garden a reality. The Soil Roses prefer a … [Read more...] about Tips for Choosing and Growing Local Roses
Brain Health, Start Now
With dementia diagnosis rates rising in the Western world, it is important to look at our lifestyle and diet as a factor. The warning signs that your brain is struggling may begin up to three decades before any diagnosis of dementia. As a general guideline, what is good for the body is also good for the brain. If you learn how to really care for your brain and feed it the optimal diet and lifestyle, you can begin to quickly experience some positive improvements. Diet: Using food as … [Read more...] about Brain Health, Start Now