Living your life in a really small town might seem limiting, unless your town borders the seemingly endless Grand Canyon and your dark skies show off the mind-boggling expanses of the universe. Clarinda Vail was born and raised in Tusayan, the smallest town in Arizona by its population of 560 residents, located about seven miles from the Grand Canyon’s south entrance. The town houses several motels and hotels, restaurants, an IMAX Theater, a general store and several eateries. Vail is the … [Read more...] about Tusayan’s Clarinda Vale Enjoys Her Small Town Beside the Grand Canyon
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Fly-U-Shuttle Reopens for Trips to Sky Harbor, Charter Adventures
After several weeks of being closed as a non-essential service, Fly-U-Shuttle has reopened and is once again transporting passengers to and from Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix. The locally owned and operated shuttle service also is conducting seasonal charter tours to locations such as the Grand Canyon, Sedona and other popular tourist destinations. Occasionally, charters are booked for trips to Las Vegas, or even destinations like Algodones, Mexico. Charters also are … [Read more...] about Fly-U-Shuttle Reopens for Trips to Sky Harbor, Charter Adventures
Know Yourself: Honor Your Heritage, Embrace Your Environment
Knowledge is power. And knowing yourself, your strengths and weaknesses, is critical when embarking on a career path, climbing a mountain, choosing a friend and needing a go-to answer in an interview process in which that annoying question about your strengths and weaknesses is still asked. What you know and believe about yourself likely will impact every important decision you make in every aspect of your life. In his book, “Self Matters: Creating Your Life from the Inside Out,” Dr. Phil … [Read more...] about Know Yourself: Honor Your Heritage, Embrace Your Environment
Herbalist Margo Burdek Finds Healing in Plants and Prescott
Arizona captivated folk herbalist and Wise Woman Traditionalist Margo Burdek from the moment she set foot on its welcoming landscape. Finding refuge after a life-threatening illness and a grueling divorce, Burdek self-healed her shattered mind, body and spirit among Prescott friends. She regained strength by inhaling nature, being around children and reflecting on her life. “I intuitively began this self-healing process for myself and noticed how deprived I was of nurturing,” Burdek said. … [Read more...] about Herbalist Margo Burdek Finds Healing in Plants and Prescott
WingSpace Adding Members, Introducing New Program
Despite limitations posed by COVID-19 and the subsequent local shutdown of all but essential businesses, Melanie Banayat, founder and owner of WingSpace Coworking in Prescott, says she is gratified by being able to meet the “emotional and bandwidth challenge” of being available on a personal level for clients and collaborators. She says membership in the cooperative and collaborative workspace continues to grow. “I think it’s notably because local as well as remote partners value the regular … [Read more...] about WingSpace Adding Members, Introducing New Program
Raptor Ranch Comes to Bedrock
Having a yabba-dabba-doo time is exactly what Troy and Debbie Morris and Ronald and Angela Brown have in mind for their new but long-awaited acquisition of Bedrock City in Valle, named after “The Flintstones,” the animated cartoon sitcom of the 1960s. Located off State Route 64 and U.S. 180, about 33 miles south of the Grand Canyon, the 30-acre parcel now houses their dream, Raptor Ranch, which will feature birds of prey flight demonstrations in company with stone-age characters like Fred and … [Read more...] about Raptor Ranch Comes to Bedrock
2051 Apartment Complex Being Designed for Contemporary Lifestyle
COVID-19 has had unexpected effects on apartment construction in Prescott. The pandemic and subsequent quarantine have changed work patterns and habits for thousands, especially those used to commuting to offices or work sites but who now are compelled to work out of their homes. Lafferty Companies Owner and President Mike Lafferty explains it this way: “I’ve had 38 years of professional experience in business development and construction. Nothing in the past has had such dramatic impact upon … [Read more...] about 2051 Apartment Complex Being Designed for Contemporary Lifestyle
SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Advance Program Reopened to All Eligible Small Businesses and Non-Profits Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic
To further meet the needs of U.S. small businesses and non-profits, the U.S. Small Business Administration reopened the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) and EIDL Advance program portal to all eligible applicants experiencing economic impacts due to COVID-19 today. “The SBA is strongly committed to working around the clock, providing dedicated emergency assistance to the small businesses and non-profits that are facing economic disruption due to the COVID-19 impact. With the reopening … [Read more...] about SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Advance Program Reopened to All Eligible Small Businesses and Non-Profits Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic
Arizona Snowbowl Opens for Summer Operations
Arizona Snowbowl announced that the resort will open for summer scenic chairlift rides starting on Friday, June 19th, with new health and safety procedures in place. “As we look forward to the official start of summer, we’re excited to offer Arizonans a way to get out of the house, have fun and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors in a safe, open environment,“ said Rob Linde, General Manager of Arizona Snowbowl. “Our reopening plan was designed with COVID-19 in mind, and includes considerations … [Read more...] about Arizona Snowbowl Opens for Summer Operations
Why and How to Advertise in the COVID Times
The COVID-19 pandemic is playing out like a Netflix drama. We’re tuning in to find out the latest twists in this ongoing superbug saga as much as we’re learning how many ways we can braid our hair like the Mother of Dragons when we binge-watch Game of Thrones. We can’t wait to hear from our favorite trending characters, like President Trump’s medical advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci. With all eyes on the news, whether it’s on national television or in local publications, the media has our attention … [Read more...] about Why and How to Advertise in the COVID Times