Increased support and cooperation among social service groups and community businesses and organizations will allow the Coalition for Compassion and Justice (CCJ) to provide more help for vulnerable populations in coming months. Executive Director Gail Kenny is passionate in her praise for the overall community. “In just 13 years, the Quad Cities area has seen the CCJ grow into one of the most effective organizations in Central and Northern Arizona, one totally dedicated to helping the less … [Read more...] about CCJ Expresses Appreciation for Community Support
Sale of Slot Canyon Photo Sets World Record
LIK USA announced the sale of the most expensive photograph in history by world-renowned fine art photographer, Peter Lik. "Phantom" sold to a private collector for an unprecedented $6.5 million. The purchase also included Lik's masterworks "Illusion" for $2.4 million and "Eternal Moods" for $1.1 million. With this $10 million sale, Lik now holds four of the top 20 spots for most expensive photographs ever sold. He already has a position in the ranking with a previous $1 million sale of … [Read more...] about Sale of Slot Canyon Photo Sets World Record
Weight Loss Surgery Reveals Hidden Athletes
Judy’s Story At 300 pounds, Judy Martin never thought she would live out her dream of being an athlete. In fact, her endurance was tested by just walking from the house to the car. Judy knew that deep inside her large body was a healthier person waiting to step out. Flagstaff Medical Center’s Bariatric Surgical Weight Loss Center gave Judy that chance. Since having weight loss surgery, Judy has lost more than 150 pounds. Recently, she completed two open-water swim events, but her competitive … [Read more...] about Weight Loss Surgery Reveals Hidden Athletes
Con Artists Preying on Emotions to Take Your Money
Ever wonder how people get suckered into a scam or fall under the spell of a promise they normally might rule out as highly unlikely? It is the ether. “Ether is a condition that the master closer puts you in by hitting your fear, greed and urgency buttons,” explains “The Con Artist’s Playbook” from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). Here’s how the con goes down. You are contacted by a pro adept at finding your “emotional triggers,” the hot buttons that will overrule … [Read more...] about Con Artists Preying on Emotions to Take Your Money
Big Building Project Starting Soon
Record enrollment this past fall and expectations of even more student applications for coming academic years are prompting leaders at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) to begin construction on a $16 million residence hall. Construction of that facility will pump significant money into the local economy. “We have been at capacity in existing residence halls the past few years, so we’re moving forward to build a 264-bed residence hall at the first of the year,” said Chancellor … [Read more...] about Big Building Project Starting Soon
Barry Golden Goes Stir Crazy with Local Wood
It was a huge leap of faith when Barry and Natalie Golden decided to move to Prescott. Barry, a college professor, was working in Washington state and was unhappy. “I was teaching at a school up there and hated the environment I was in,” he said. “I quit my job and we decided to come back to the Southwest. My wife is from Tucson. We came here as a destination and had no job.” Now retired from Yavapi College after 22 years, one of Golden’s pastimes is making beautiful wooden cooking … [Read more...] about Barry Golden Goes Stir Crazy with Local Wood
Economic Outlook: Still Sluggish, But Encouraging For Quad Cities
As the economy continues on its path of slow recovery, economists point out some very positive signs. In the last year, gasoline prices have dropped, which they say should continue to improve retail sales as consumers have more money to spend on other things; the housing market is recovering; more people are working; and consumer confidence is up. Few towns, however, can report the kind of progress that Prescott Valley is experiencing. The town’s economic development manager, Greg Fister, … [Read more...] about Economic Outlook: Still Sluggish, But Encouraging For Quad Cities
NAU-NACOG Series-Critical Chain Project Management
Jan 14, 2015, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Northern Arizona University-Yavapai Campus 7351 E. Civic Circle Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 Northern Arizona Council of Governments NACOG and NAU-Yavapai are partnering to conduct a series of 6-monthly seminars focusing on Advanced Business Performance and Industry Innovation, led by Dr. James A. Subach, Lead Faculty Member of Entrepreneurship at NAU-Yavapai. The series is aimed at mid and higher level management and business owners who want to keep … [Read more...] about NAU-NACOG Series-Critical Chain Project Management
Flagstaff BrewHaHa: A Winter Tasting Event
Jan 17, 2015 2:00PM-6:00PM To Benefit Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona High Country Conference Center Flagstaff, Arizona On Saturday January 17th, 2015 the 5th Annual Flagstaff BrewHaHa will take place at High Country Conference Center in downtown Flagstaff. BrewHaHa will feature over 50 local, regional, and western breweries and over 100 different craft beers. There will be live music featuring Flagstaff’s Giant Steps Jazz. BrewHaHa will also include a Best of the Fest … [Read more...] about Flagstaff BrewHaHa: A Winter Tasting Event
Food Bank Makes Holidays Brighter for Hundreds
The Yavapai County Food Bank is ready to talk turkey. “We are in the process of gathering 2,500 turkeys for 2,500 families all over Yavapai County,” said Bob Wilson, president of the food bank. Some 1,400 to 1,500 are from the Quad Cities area during the holiday season. To accompany holiday meals, people are given all the trimmings. “Everything you would have at your home – the yams, the dressing, the mashed potatoes, rolls, pumpkin pie – just like you would have at your home,” Wilson … [Read more...] about Food Bank Makes Holidays Brighter for Hundreds