Dry, warm, windy conditions make May and June Northern Arizona’s prime season for wildfire. As cities and forests call for fire restrictions and wildland firefighters are on high alert, Carol Fontana and members of the Equine Emergency Evacuation of Yavapai County (EEE) are vigilantly strengthening their large-animal rescue networks, identifying resources and preparing for action. “At least half of our group has been training for the last year,” said Fontana, EEE board chair. “We have a great … [Read more...] about Wildfire Season has Volunteers Ready to Evacuate Large Animals
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Volunteers are Not Free
It’s been said that time is our most valuable asset. So, it’s an incredibly precious gift when someone volunteers to give it away. It may be providing labor for a project, like building a home in a developing nation; or offering expertise, like when retired business people volunteer for organizations like SCORE to mentor budding entrepreneurs; or serving people in need, like dishing up meals at the Flagstaff Family Foodbank. Volunteers are found in non-profit organizations and for-profit … [Read more...] about Volunteers are Not Free
Grants, Volunteers, Entertainment Keeping Opera House Alive
When country-singing impersonator Corrie Sachas, a Reba McEntire look-a-like, sound-a-like performer from Las Vegas, takes the stage at the Elks Opera House, she feels the rich legacy and tradition of the 111-year-old building. “I think to myself, people I admire have performed here. I touch the walls and am honored to be able to perform in such a lovely place full of history.” It is that respect for America’s past that has kept the building’s spirit and structure intact in downtown … [Read more...] about Grants, Volunteers, Entertainment Keeping Opera House Alive