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Okay, this month we're going to be talking about maintaining your floors. I know it's not a subject that we want to talk about, but it is something that needs to be done. Every office needs to have a maintenance plan so that we can correctly maintain our commercial floors and make sure that they're going to perform and last for the amount of time that we were expecting. In many cases, most offices will have an evening maintenance crew that comes in. I want to talk a little bit about making … [Read more...] about Maintenance: A Dirty Job But it Must be Done

As Arizona Snowbowl begins its last month of the winter season, the ski resort’s calendar is packed with a variety of family-friendly events for visitors. Alice Cooper Competition Winners to Perform in Flagstaff March 6 & 7 In partnership with Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Foundation, Arizona Snowbowl is bringing some amazing young musicians to Flagstaff. Last year, the Solid Rock Foundation held its 10th annual Proof Is in the Pudding Contest – a young talent competition for Phoenix’s … [Read more...] about Arizona Snowbowl Finishes Winter Season with Music, Big Air

Life hasn’t been easy for Millennials, the term for people born from 1980 to 2000. Studies show that 90 percent moved out of their parents’ household by age 27, but of those moving out, more than 50 percent returned. In fact, this phenomenon is so common that there’s a term for it: Boomeranging. So, how is a young working person going to move out and make a new life with a place of his or her own? Interest rates are as low as they’ve been in decades. And it’s a little tough to expect sympathy … [Read more...] about New Mortgage Program Offering Incentive for Millennials to Buy Homes

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that affects how the body manages insulin. When a person develops Type 2 diabetes, the ability to manufacture and control insulin is impaired or no longer works. While the three types of diabetes – Type 1, Type 2 and gestational – can be developed in different ways, Type 2 diabetes has been found to correlate with an increase in body weight in both adults and children. The majority of those with Type 2 diabetes are considered to be overweight, if not obese. Most … [Read more...] about Obesity and Diabetes: Surgery Can Help

I visited a quaint, out-of-the-way restaurant that made me once again proud of our little town. I have traveled to more than 19 different countries and have enjoyed the local cultural and cuisines, but my favorite stop was always Thailand. Thailand was a mix of coastal and inland flavors and methods of cooking. Dee Thai Express, at 520 West Sheldon Street, Suite 1, in Prescott, has a relaxing atmosphere and an aroma that flooded me with memories of my time in Thailand. Akaga Bernard and … [Read more...] about Restaurant of the Month: Dee Thai Express

Land, labor and capital are the primary factors of production for any economy. In the 21st century, labor has become a priority factor for rural economies working on business attraction and expansion in their regions. Ensuring a viable labor pool is a leading factor for businesses contemplating relocation or expansion. This has placed K-12 education and the role of community colleges at the forefront of economic development conversations as these public institutions are responsible for creating … [Read more...] about Quad Cities Labor Outlook and 2015 Job Fair

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, flu activity is expected to continue into the coming months and increase in some areas. Maintaining a strong immune system in the New Year to help prevent the spread of influenza may be easier and more relaxing than most think. Massage Envy Spa Phoenix, a co-op of 32 massage clinics and part of the nation’s largest therapeutic massage provider and spa chain, offers these three tips to supercharge your immune system this … [Read more...] about Tips to Boost the Immune System in the New Year