An American Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVTT), the Traveling Vietnam Wall, will be on display from March 19 through March 22, at The Gateway Mall in Prescott. The Traveling Wall allows communities across the country to pay homage to those who were lost or killed in the Vietnam War, but may not be able to travel great distances to do so. The Wall is 360 feet long and eight feet high at the apex, which is an 80 percent scale of the Wall in Washington D.C., and contains the names of the 58,300 … [Read more...] about City of Prescott to Host Traveling Vietnam Wall
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Nine Essential Spring Tasks for March
Spring weather signals the start of certain gardening tasks that are essential to maintaining a vital, healthy garden. They should be completed within the next several weeks. I'm a list guy, and the following is my springtime procedural list in order of personal importance. Hope it helps. #1 – Finish pruning everything in the yard including roses, fruit trees and summer-blooming shrubs. Then rake up old leaves, cut back dead growth on perennials, and remove leftover annuals and … [Read more...] about Nine Essential Spring Tasks for March
Drones, Crash Investigation Prove Hot Topics at A3IRCON 2015
Aviation industry and academic experts from around the world joined National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) member Robert Sumwalt and more than 200 registered participants to examine everything from recent commercial airline crash investigations and incidents such as missing Malaysian Airlines MH370 to the future of unmanned aerial systems (drones) and security issues at the 2015 Aviation, Aeronautics and Aerospace International Research (A3IR) Conference in Phoenix Jan. 15-17. Global … [Read more...] about Drones, Crash Investigation Prove Hot Topics at A3IRCON 2015
Body Fat: Good and Bad
You know that extra padding you hate on your hips and buttocks area? You may not like the way it looks, but it's not necessarily bad for you. The fat surrounding your stomach area, however, is a different story – not only is it bad, it can be deadly. Good Fat Let's start with the "good" fat, the fatty layer just beneath your skin on your arms, hips, buttocks and legs. It's called subcutaneous fat, and it's not necessarily the worst thing to have. Subcutaneous fat gives rise to two … [Read more...] about Body Fat: Good and Bad
Where You Find Your Winter Wonderland
With winter in full force, it’s time for your family to have some fun in the snow! And there’s no better place in Arizona to enjoy the season than Flagstaff. Flagstaff’s rustic, small town charm is guaranteed to steal the hearts of anyone who passes through. However, the city is so much more than just a place to grab lunch and fill your tank. Meander through the shops lining the streets of downtown, build a snowman in the many parks, go sledding with your family, or take your vacation to the … [Read more...] about Where You Find Your Winter Wonderland
A Gift of Love: An Inspiration to All
Geoff Sweeney and Dave Koch of Pinnacle Capital Mortgage offered a generous donation to assist a friend’s mission. “We couldn’t be more excited!” said Paula Bishop, sister to paraplegic father and business owner, Paul Schaffer. “With these donations, we will be able to provide Paul with a 4 x 4 custom-built wheelchair. It’s important for Paul to move forward with his life and he can get back to his day-to-day activities.” Paul Schaffer is the owner of Arbor Scapes and a devout family man … [Read more...] about A Gift of Love: An Inspiration to All
Gurley Street Grill Helps Boot Out Cancer
Breast cancer prevention in the Quad Cities got a boost in October, thanks to a campaign sponsored by the Gurley Street Grill, 230 W. Gurley St., Prescott. The campaign – Boot Out Cancer – raised $12,568 for the YRMC Community BreastCare Fund. Krystal Burge and Mark Peterson, founders of Fork in the Road Restaurants, which owns Gurley Street Grill, recently presented the check to John Amos, president and CEO, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). “Women from our communities who cannot … [Read more...] about Gurley Street Grill Helps Boot Out Cancer
Active at Any Size
Would you like to be more physically active, but feel unsure about your abilities? No matter what you weigh, you can be physically active and feel good doing it. If you are overweight or have been sedentary for a long time, you may face challenges when it comes to being active. However, physical activity does not have to be hard or painful. Anything that gets you moving for even a few minutes a day helps you become healthier. You don’t need special equipment or clothing – just a desire to … [Read more...] about Active at Any Size
Two Easy Ways to Stay Safe Online
Online protection is increasingly a popular news topic. We all hear of the security breaches, but many do not know where to start to protect their security. There are many aspects to computer security. Too much discussion can easily make the average person’s eyes glaze over. I want to quickly discuss two topics that are easy to implement and can simplify your online activities. They are a small start but can keep you protected in the long term. Password Management Using strong passwords … [Read more...] about Two Easy Ways to Stay Safe Online
X-Rays: Seeing is Believing
The X-ray, also known as a radiograph, is the oldest and most common form of medical imaging. X-rays are a form of radiation (ionizing) that passes through the human body and strikes a detector that either exposes a film or sends the resulting image to a computer. Millions of X-rays are performed each year in the United States to help diagnose a variety of conditions. The conventional X-ray exam is called radiography and is defined by RadiologyInfo.org as “the examination of any part of the … [Read more...] about X-Rays: Seeing is Believing