The focus at A Valley of Vitality Wellness Studio is on education. We want to inform our clients on what they can do to help with their own wellness regimen after their massage service and educate them on how they can live a healthier and happier life with less pain and discomfort. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a compound in Cannabis that is reported to have medical effects. CBD is produced from Cannabis Sativa L (industrial hemp). While related to marijuana, it is distinctly different in many key … [Read more...] about Not All CBD Products are Created Equal
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Yavapai Healthy Schools: Ensuring Our Children are Healthy and Safe
Health and safety is a basic human need, at any age. This is why Yavapai Healthy Schools (YHS) is making sure this goal is met in Yavapai County schools. In 2015, a coalition of 15 organizations was established to ensure schools have the opportunity to improve our children’s health. And, YHS was born. “The initial goal [of the coalition] was to recognize schools that promote health education,” said Yavapai County Community Health Services Community Health Education Section Manager Carol … [Read more...] about Yavapai Healthy Schools: Ensuring Our Children are Healthy and Safe
Three Things to Consider When Buying a Business
Every day, ambitious entrepreneurs seek help when looking to buy their own business to build an investment for themselves, their families and their future. While the opportunity may seem daunting to some, others enjoy the freedom, control and excitement of starting an empire of their own. However, what some entrepreneurs underestimate is that with complete control comes significant responsibility. Buying a business is a large undertaking that requires thorough planning, execution, time and … [Read more...] about Three Things to Consider When Buying a Business
Boxwoods Make A Garden Look Better
Thanks to its versatility, boxwood can fit into any landscape, whether a formal or casual design. In winter's sparse garden, this shrub’s strong shape, rich green color and air of old-world formality can dominate the scene. In summer, when the garden is in full bloom, it blends into the lushness, providing shape and structure. There are about 90 species and over 365 different kinds of boxwood. They vary tremendously in size, shape, leaf characteristics, growth rates and hardiness. The secret to … [Read more...] about Boxwoods Make A Garden Look Better
Together We Can Do So Much
It is hard to believe that we are nearing the end of another year. I am grateful for the chance to reflect on all that we have done together this year – as a campus and as a community. We began this year with high hopes for a renewed state investment in higher education, and increased student success and retention. We wanted to grow our partnerships to enhance the NAU impact around the state. I am happy to say that although we have more to do, this year we have met and exceeded our … [Read more...] about Together We Can Do So Much
Looking Ahead with Prescott Projects
As I finish my tenure as mayor of the City of Prescott, I am encouraged by the projects and programs underway that will move our great city forward. One example is Deep Well Ranch development, put forth by the James family and Sun State Builders. I am aware that there are several misgivings about the project. Citizens have had the opportunity to express their concerns at recent Planning and Zoning Committee meetings. At these meetings, we have heard concerns about proximity to the airport, home … [Read more...] about Looking Ahead with Prescott Projects
Experiencing a Love Affair with the South Pacific
Palm trees swaying in the gentle breeze, sand between your toes, crystal clear turquoise waters, a chilled coconut drink in your hand and not a care in the world – how could you not fall in love? The South Pacific has many unique experiences to offer. Accommodations vary from your bucket list over the water bungalow stay, to private island resorts, from sail boats to cruise ships and everything in between. Most resorts are accessed via speed boat or hydroplane. Activities range from … [Read more...] about Experiencing a Love Affair with the South Pacific
Fall Allergies: Can Your Home Be Making You Sick?
As the weather starts to turn colder and the leaves begin to fall, we start closing up our homes to keep the cold out and the heat in. Many people start to notice allergies flaring up in the fall because of various allergens in the air such as ragweed and mold spores. Often, what feels like a “change of season” cold is actually allergies that present themselves with the same symptoms as the common cold. These symptoms include, but are not limited to cough, itchy eyes, sore throat, sneezing and … [Read more...] about Fall Allergies: Can Your Home Be Making You Sick?
1031 Exchanges
A 1031 Exchange is a powerful tax-deferment strategy used by some of the most financially successful investors to defer taxes when selling investment/commercial property. This effective strategy is also known as a “Starker Exchange,” named for the first tax case that allowed the exchange, or a “Like Kind Exchange,” referring to the type of change that occurs. This tax-efficient way of preserving capital that is invested in real estate is appropriately named a 1031 Exchange, after Section 1031 of … [Read more...] about 1031 Exchanges
Prescott DermaLift Clinic Adds New Procedure to Rejuvenate Your Skin
The Prescott DermaLift Clinic has partnered with licensed cosmetologist Jamie Lynn Buttke to provide dermaplaning, a new and complementary treatment that enhances the results produced by the BioLift and Quantum Hydration treatments currently offered. What is Dermaplaning? Dermaplaning is the ultimate in deep exfoliation, resurfacing and de-fuzzing. Using a blade to remove dull, dead surface skin cells, the procedure helps to diminish sunspots, discolored skin and acne scarring, correct … [Read more...] about Prescott DermaLift Clinic Adds New Procedure to Rejuvenate Your Skin