Marc Authier decided to downsize to a simpler life that would allow more time to relate to himself and to other people. Sharon Petz decided she wanted to pursue minimalist living and spend more time in nature. Both of these individuals have built Tiny Houses to accommodate their needs for simplicity and minimalism. Tiny Houses are part of a national movement that advocates living simply in a building that is 400 square feet or less, although many Tiny Houses are much smaller than that. In the … [Read more...] about Living Small Brings Big Benefits
From Erecting Walls to Managing Risk
The evolution of enterprise technology mandates that we rethink our approach to IT security. The security environment in which we live today is simply not suited to the traditional concept of the “perimeter,” the boundary between your enterprise and the rest of the world. The term’s military origin itself is revealing. Like IT security managers, soldiers have typically relied on “defense in depth.” An army might put barbed wire at the perimeter of a troop position, with a minefield … [Read more...] about From Erecting Walls to Managing Risk
It is National Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
National Lung Cancer Awareness month is November, and it’s also the perfect time to see how far we’ve come in the fight against the number one cancer killer of men and women. The good news is that according to American Cancer Society (ACS) data, more than 430,000 people alive today have been diagnosed with lung cancer at some point, and National Cancer Institute (NCI) reports show that lung cancer rates overall are down nationally and in Arizona. NCI trends show that the overall mortality … [Read more...] about It is National Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
Don’t Risk it This Flu Season
Getting the flu can be an unpleasant event for even the most stoic among us. But, for a person with a disability, it could become a serious threat. While not all people with disabilities are at higher risk for the flu or having unrecognized symptoms, there are groups that are more susceptible. These include individuals with limited mobility, those unable to communicate symptoms, those unable to limit contact with others, and those who have trouble understanding or practicing preventative … [Read more...] about Don’t Risk it This Flu Season
Construction Beginning on Upscale Retirement Community
Phase 1 of site work for a multiphase, multimillion-dollar retirement community called Touchmark at the Ranch is underway. Infrastructure sufficient to begin construction on cottages and the clubhouse will be complete by January of 2016, according to Touchmark Executive Vice President Tom Biel. He says home construction will start during the first quarter of 2016 and include approximately 200 homes. It is located on a 44-area tract of land just north of Hwy 69 and the Prescott Gateway Mall. … [Read more...] about Construction Beginning on Upscale Retirement Community
Preventing Frozen Pipes
Being prepared and informed may help you to avoid the messy (and often expensive) issue of frozen pipes. The City of Prescott provides information and suggestions about how to prevent water pipes in the home from freezing, and how to thaw them if they do freeze. Why Pipe Freezing is a Problem Water has a unique property in that it expands as it freezes. This expansion puts tremendous pressure on whatever is containing it, including metal or plastic pipes. No matter the "strength" of a … [Read more...] about Preventing Frozen Pipes
Need Health Coverage? Help is Here for Western Yavapai County Residents
It’s that time of year! Open enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace (healthcare.gov) began Nov. 1, and continues through Jan. 31, 2016. “This is a busy time, so we’re encouraging people from throughout our communities to enroll early,” said Robbie Nicol, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC), executive director of community outreach and philanthropy. To help, YRMC and Yavapai County Community Health Services (YCCHS) are collaborating to provide enrollment assistance as a free … [Read more...] about Need Health Coverage? Help is Here for Western Yavapai County Residents
Quad Cities Residents Recommending Transportation Improvements
Arizona Department of Transportation officials say economic benefits and quality of life in Arizona are intrinsically linked to transportation improvements and transportation infrastructure expansion. But, they say, Arizona is falling behind in maintaining and expanding its transportation routes. “We are being hurt financially because we haven’t kept up,” said ADOT Deputy Director for Policy Floyd Roehrich during a community meeting at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Roehrich’s … [Read more...] about Quad Cities Residents Recommending Transportation Improvements
Apps Helping Quad Cities Businesses Perform
Chances are, by now you have a smartphone, tablet, laptop and/or computer. And, chances are you never leave home or go to work without one or more of them. While much attention is given to the coolest personal apps, the rise of business apps is a trend that cannot be overlooked. The number of smartphones and mobile technologies in businesses of all sizes has exploded in the last few years with apps that help you do your job and run your business better. According to statista.com, in … [Read more...] about Apps Helping Quad Cities Businesses Perform
CIA, FBI, Airlines Recruiting in Prescott
More than 1,000 people looking for jobs had the chance to meet recruiters representing 75 major U.S. and international companies and corporations during the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University annual Industry/Career Expo. “We had a record number of firms on campus recruiting,” said Melissa Mena, ERAU director of career services and employer programs. It was not only aerospace and aviation firms such as Boeing seeking applicants. Many came from major corporate giants, such as Motorola and … [Read more...] about CIA, FBI, Airlines Recruiting in Prescott