Experiencing the gentle, colorful tropical world under the sea off Maui’s scenic Honoapi’ilani Highway feels like you’re in a Disney mermaid movie, unless you’re snorkeling with someone who delights in taking you to places to see some really interesting creatures. Hawaii’s Sandra Romer is one … [Read more...] about Pilot Fish May Help You Make the Big Catch
Legacy Continues for Arizona Rangers
Badged and uniformed in black cowboy hats and boots, Arizona Rangers are present at a great number of public events locally and statewide, often performing duties such as managing the traffic flow at concerts and festivals, connecting military veterans with services and delivering holiday gifts … [Read more...] about Legacy Continues for Arizona Rangers
YRMC Recognizes Volunteers of the Year
What is the best job in the world? Working with volunteers, of course. Just ask Nancy Thomes, the director of volunteer services at Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC). “I am so fortunate to be where I am because I work with top-notch people every day,” said Thomes. “It takes a … [Read more...] about YRMC Recognizes Volunteers of the Year
Sharing Big Thoughts About Tiny Homes
Welcome to another edition of “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” We are here to give you the inside scoop on real estate, the construction industry, what’s up, what’s down, what’s hot and what’s not. We’ll share real estate stats, home prices, building permit numbers, construction pointers and give you … [Read more...] about Sharing Big Thoughts About Tiny Homes
Protecting Lives and Property During Fire Season
The recent large wildfires in Northern Arizona, the Tunnel and Crooks fires, have everyone thinking, “Am I ready for an emergency evacuation?” Weather patterns, drought and the fact that we are surrounded by forest makes all of us vulnerable to fire danger. The best plan to protect yourself and … [Read more...] about Protecting Lives and Property During Fire Season
Prescott Seniors and Teachers Honored
Eight seniors graduating from Prescott High School have been honored by the Prescott Unified School District Education Foundation (PUSDF) as “Rising Stars.” PUSDF Executive Director Paul Kirchgraber said the eight students were selected because they had overcome obstacles and met challenges that … [Read more...] about Prescott Seniors and Teachers Honored
Be the Change You Want to See
According to the Emsi Quarter 2 2022 Data Set, Yavapai County’s population is 209,468, and those in the labor force as of December 2021 were 110,085, or about 44% of the total population. There were 107,600 employed (97%) and 2,485 unemployed (2.3%). Statistics show that baby boomers, the 76 million … [Read more...] about Be the Change You Want to See
Maintaining the Sounds of Summer
As the temperatures increase and the days stretch out, it is clear that summer is upon us. For most, this means spending more time outside, near water or traveling. It also means increased considerations when it comes to caring for hearing aids. Fortunately, hearing aids are built with these … [Read more...] about Maintaining the Sounds of Summer
Arizona Military Dog Trainer Continues Tradition
Animals have played a significant role in military campaigns for thousands of years. Horses and dogs, in particular, have marched across continents with their masters and handlers as support and, at times, as fellow warriors. Ancient authors such as Pliny the Elder have written about a number of … [Read more...] about Arizona Military Dog Trainer Continues Tradition
We Can All Play a Role in Caring for Dogs
We’ve all seen the pictures and heard the stories about dogs tightly chained to a tree in the heat of summer or the frigid cold of winter – the dog shivering outside in the cold hoping to be brought inside to the warmth of a home and its family, the dog that is driven out to a remote area and dumped … [Read more...] about We Can All Play a Role in Caring for Dogs