With winter upon us, summer tans and glowing skin can begin to fade into a dull, dry complexion. Maintaining that glowing skin in the cooler season is possible with these four steps: Hydrate Hydration is key when it comes to glowing skin. Clinical professor of plastic surgery at the University of Chicago Julius Few explains that when skin is kept hydrated, it’s less likely to crack and let in external elements that cause blemishes. Also, the more water you drink, the more blood … [Read more...] about Maintaining the Summer Glow in Winter
Cindy Harris Delivers Comfort to Families
It is the time of year when families gather. It is also a time when families often notice changes in their older family members that have occurred since the last holiday. While it is difficult to accept the fact that loved ones’ health is declining and they may no longer be able to handle their own lives, living miles apart from them makes matters worse. Still, they need help – and the experts say family members need help, too. Whether a loved one needs a little help or a lot, Comfort … [Read more...] about Cindy Harris Delivers Comfort to Families
Prescott Chamber Announces New Leader
The Prescott Chamber of Commerce has hired a new CEO, Sheri L. Heiney, longtime President of the Rochester (MI) Regional Chamber of Commerce, effective January 3, 2017. In her new role, Sheri will oversee the day to day activities of a thriving Chamber that has over 860 members, and manages numerous important community events, including an annual Christmas parade. The Prescott Chamber is located in historic downtown Prescott, and serves as a visitor center for this tourism destination in … [Read more...] about Prescott Chamber Announces New Leader
Holiday Evergreens are Ready for Planting
During the coldest months of the year, evergreens are the anchors that hold together our landscapes. Up to 25 percent of any mountain landscape should be allotted to evergreens. Get this ratio wrong and that winter landscape will appear bare, especially if neighboring yards have evergreens galore. This is a good time to assess the balance of your yard and if it’s found lacking, plant new evergreens. They are at their best now through March, as the chilly months are when they show off their … [Read more...] about Holiday Evergreens are Ready for Planting
Biomass Industry – A Boon to Yavapai County
On Nov. 15, a large group of policymakers, ranchers, industry leaders and others met to discuss local biomass extraction and potential uses during the All Hands, All Lands Conference held in Prescott. This event was initiated by the Upper Verde River Watershed Protection Coalition, the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, and the Chino Winds and Triangle Natural Resource Conservation Districts. Speakers included State Senator Steve Pierce, State Forester Jeff Whitney, Senior Vice … [Read more...] about Biomass Industry – A Boon to Yavapai County
Speech-Language Pathologists Treating Stroke and Parkinson’s Patients
People who have neurological conditions – such as those caused by stroke and Parkinson’s disease – often have communication problems, including difficulties with swallowing and vocalizing. Because of their highly specialized training and experience, speech-language pathologists can work with these patients to help them regain function. Two major signs of a stroke are slurred speech and facial droop. Sometimes the muscles used in swallowing become weak, which can cause the patient to aspirate … [Read more...] about Speech-Language Pathologists Treating Stroke and Parkinson’s Patients
Arizona’s Christmas City Glistening for the Holidays
Prescott, known as “Arizona’s Christmas City” for the past 27 years, is decorated for what local planners say will be the best holiday season yet. “Our judgment is that this year will likely be a record breaker for visitors who enjoy what has become a premier holiday event in Arizona. We can’t even begin to estimate the positive economic impact of having locals and visitors involved in several days of holiday activities. It will be in the hundreds of thousands of dollars,” said Kendall … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Christmas City Glistening for the Holidays
Dancing off the Fog
Turns out the Macarena and Cupid Shuffle may be good for our health. Research is showing that dance may possess the anti-dementia superpower of improving memory while toning muscles. Of 11 different types of physical activity evaluated by researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2003, only dance lowered participants’ risk of dementia. The study, conducted for more than 21 years among senior men and women, concluded that the … [Read more...] about Dancing off the Fog
Empowering Girls with Financial Confidence
Girls in America are exceedingly optimistic about their futures, career opportunities and having it all, despite their own admission that they “lack the financial confidence and knowledge to achieve their dreams.” That is according to a 2012 nationwide survey by The Girl Scout Research Institute (TGSRI) about girls’ confidence, attitudes and experiences with money. “We need to help girls figure out their best path to career choice, money management, financial success, and mastering savings … [Read more...] about Empowering Girls with Financial Confidence
Major Road Projects Beginning in New Year
Anticipation of substantial commercial-industrial projects, coupled with already announced plans for major residential developments, have prompted the Arizona Department of Transportation, in cooperation with the City of Prescott, to move ahead with widening State Route 89 at the north edge of Prescott. Though two distinct projects, each directly relates to improving traffic flow and vehicular accessibility to SR 89, the Prescott City Airport and its allied businesses, and Pioneer Parkway and … [Read more...] about Major Road Projects Beginning in New Year