An aspiring mechanical engineer, a future inventor, a new nursing grad, a future college professor, a traumatic brain injury survivor, and a former missionary in India – all of them learning to do more and be more at Yavapai College – have won 2023-24 All-Arizona Academic Team honors from the Arizona Board of Regents. The six students, representing three YC campuses and centers, were selected based on their academic success, leadership and community-service endeavors inside and outside of … [Read more...] about Six YC Students Earn All-Arizona Academic Team Honors, University Transfer Scholarships
Improving Brain Fitness
There are many factors that impact brain health and our ability to function well in our daily lives. The foods we eat, the amount of water we consume and the quality of our sleep have a profound impact on mood and overall health. Our cognitive abilities are also affected by our environment, life experiences and genetics. Trauma has a huge impact on cognitive function and according to the National Council for Behavioral Health, “Seventy percent of adults in the U.S. have experienced some type of … [Read more...] about Improving Brain Fitness
A Clean and Organized Space is a Gift of Love
As February ushers in the season of love, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the importance of self-care and the environment we create around us. Loving your home is a crucial step toward loving yourself, and there is no better way to show this love than with Prescott Maid to Order’s exceptional home cleaning services. This month, we explore how a clean and organized space can significantly contribute to personal well-being and why giving the gift of a tidy home with Prescott Maid to Order is a … [Read more...] about A Clean and Organized Space is a Gift of Love
Arizona Philharmonic Names Abby Coffey Executive Director
Abby Coffey will be leading Arizona Philharmonic as the executive director. Meanwhile, founder Henry Flurry is assuming the role of artistic director. “Hiring leadership beyond the founders is an important step in any organization’s growth toward sustainability and permanence,” said Flurry, “and splitting Arizona Philharmonic’s leadership between artistic and executive directors, who each share experience in both areas, creates opportunities for healthy discussions and solid decisions.” He … [Read more...] about Arizona Philharmonic Names Abby Coffey Executive Director
How Building Codes Ensure Safety
Welcome to “At Home with Tom & Sandy!” We are here to give you the inside scoop and tips on everything A to Z for your home and we love talking about the construction industry. Settle in, enjoy and have fun reading our column. We sure do enjoy sharing our words with you. Thanks for being such loyal and great readers. Sandy: Once again, Tom, here we are back in print and landing in mailboxes. I, of course, love all the building officials in our Quad Cities area, and this month we wanted to … [Read more...] about How Building Codes Ensure Safety
Addressing Affordable Housing with Technology, Creativity and Partnerships
Welcome to “At Home with Tom & Sandy.” We arewith our readers. Settle in, enjoy, and have fun reading our column this month. Thanks for being such loyal and great readers. Sandy: Hello, Tom. I am really excited about this column and the opportunity to tell our readers about our great “first step” meeting about addressing attainable housing along with Yavapai College. Tom: That was a great gathering a few weeks back, for sure. YC representatives and a group of local contractors, engineers … [Read more...] about Addressing Affordable Housing with Technology, Creativity and Partnerships
Welcoming Graduates into the Workforce
As Yavapai County students gear up for graduation, the Workforce Development Board (WDB) is stepping forward to offer a range of services to support their transition into the workforce. Yavapai County is a hub of educational achievement, with 45 public high schools encompassing 8,351 students and boasting a commendable 77% graduation rate. Recognizing the importance of providing these graduates with the tools and resources they need to succeed in their professional journeys is … [Read more...] about Welcoming Graduates into the Workforce
Five Ways Houseplants Improve Mental Health
There is a good reason those fiddle leaf figs are flying off the shelves. Houseplants are a boon for your mental health. Stoneside Blinds and Shades surveyed nearly 1,000 people to see how their plants influenced their stress levels with some fascinating results. They found some of the top reasons for purchasing plants are to beautify living spaces (65%), with 54% noting they wanted “to have something else to focus on.” Talking to your plants is apparently normal, with 55% responding that they … [Read more...] about Five Ways Houseplants Improve Mental Health
Installation of Ductile Iron Pipe (DIP) Versus Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipe
First, I would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! As we look to the year ahead, I hope that yours will be a prosperous one! One of the issues that we continually deal with in the City of Prescott is replacement of old underground infrastructure. Water mains, sewers and other infrastructure deteriorate over time and eventually fail. Some of our underground pipes and lines are nearly 100 years old and still going. Other, newer installations seem to fail prematurely. One of these types that … [Read more...] about Installation of Ductile Iron Pipe (DIP) Versus Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipe
Am I a Cochlear Implant Candidate?
Being diagnosed with a hearing loss can cause conflicting emotions. On one hand, the patient now has an answer that validates all of their experiences and struggles. On the other, they must now manage the process of managing their hearing loss. The sheer number of hearing aid options alone is enough to overwhelm. But another question may complicate matters: Is a cochlear implant appropriate for me? Realistically, for most patients, the answer will be no. But it is important to understand why, … [Read more...] about Am I a Cochlear Implant Candidate?