The Solution to Arizona’s At-Risk Healthcare System is Prioritizing Worker Well-Being If you could make yourself invisible and float in and observe the daily rhythm inside a hospital, nursing facility, county public health office, or outpatient clinic, you would be struck by the intelligence, skill, dedication, and relentless commitment of Arizona’s healthcare workforce. These professionals work tirelessly to prevent disease, treat injuries, and meet the physical, mental, and long-term health … [Read more...] about Governor Proclaims Tuesday Health Workforce Wellness Day
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Crafting Change: Amish Furniture Store Funds Safe Haven for Trafficked Children
When Greg and Kris Venhaus built their retirement home after moving to Prescott Valley six years ago, their search for the perfect furniture turned into a retirement business and a passion for helping trafficked children. “We were looking for a specific style and size of furniture,” Kris said. “My hairdresser said I should check out the Amish store. I was a little dumbfounded because I wasn’t familiar with Amish furniture. I thought it was something that maybe my grandmother would have had. … [Read more...] about Crafting Change: Amish Furniture Store Funds Safe Haven for Trafficked Children
Sports Medicine Clinic Puts Out the Welcome Mat for Professional Athletes, Weekend Warriors
Sports medical care experts, healthcare leaders, Arizona Cardinals, Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce and Prescott Valley Town Council celebrated a new state-of-the-art Sports Medicine Clinic with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Feb 21 at Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center in Prescott Valley. Dr. Kyle Chun, orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, said he and his team look forward to guiding patients in the community through the recovery and rehabilitation process. Chun, … [Read more...] about Sports Medicine Clinic Puts Out the Welcome Mat for Professional Athletes, Weekend Warriors
New Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Clinic Designed to Promote Health
A new hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) clinic has opened in Prescott, offering treatment that proponents say may support recovery from various conditions. Mile High Hyperbarics, located on East Second Street, is owned and operated by Joy and David Stephens, along with Joy’s daughter, Kayla Pettinger, and her husband, Scott Pettinger. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber, a treatment that has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration … [Read more...] about New Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Clinic Designed to Promote Health
Fairweather Social Club Promotes Conversation, Art, Music
Fairweather Social Club offers live music and signature cocktails, but that’s only half the equation. It’s also an art mecca and gathering place. Located at 222 North Cortez Street in downtown Prescott, is two blocks away from rowdy Whiskey Row. With a reputation as a more laid-back establishment with a hometown artistic vibe, there are no noisy TVs, and the music will not be too loud. This is by design so people can hear each other talk. Owners Lindsay Fox and Aaron Grafe jumped at the … [Read more...] about Fairweather Social Club Promotes Conversation, Art, Music
Navajo Nation Plans Casino on Northeast Edge of Flagstaff
A second Navajo casino is coming to the Flagstaff area after the tribe secured legal authority to build a gaming hall on a 13.79-acre site northeast of the city. The casino is planned on property that was home to Horsemen Lodge steakhouse since 1975 and the adjacent Flying Heart Stables. The site is outside the city limits on U.S 89, about four miles north of Flagstaff Mall. In November, the Navajo Nation signed a warranty deed that transfers the land to trust status, meaning it is part of … [Read more...] about Navajo Nation Plans Casino on Northeast Edge of Flagstaff
From Makeup Artist to Beauty Line, Leah Gosik Shares How She Built a Brand and Business
Turning her talent of makeup artistry into her own beauty and skin care line has been a fun and profitable journey for Bella by Leah owner Leah Gosik. With items such as designer handbags, jewelry and specialty gifts, Gosik is showcasing her Bella by Leah products at her store in the Pine Ridge Marketplace. The idea to make her own beauty care products came from her husband. “About 18 years ago my husband and I were living in Oregon and came to Prescott to visit his father, who worked at … [Read more...] about From Makeup Artist to Beauty Line, Leah Gosik Shares How She Built a Brand and Business
Camp Verde Welcomes New Gastropub with Western Flair
There’s always something stirring in Camp Verde, and just recently the talk is all about Bullpen Grill and Watering Hole, which has locals pretty excited. With an opening date of mid-February, owner Justin Chambers, who is also a realtor and broker, is running the show, bursting with enthusiasm and a contagious energy that seems endless. “My wife and I moved to Camp Verde from Kingman in 2018. Our goal was to retire here when we got older, but then we decided to move in another direction. We … [Read more...] about Camp Verde Welcomes New Gastropub with Western Flair
Screenwriters Get Noticed at Sedona International Film Festival
Actor and writer Robert Larriviere wanted his screenplay to become a film, but he didn’t know how to make that happen until he submitted it to the 2024 Screenplay Competition at the Sedona International Film Festival and won the contest. Today, his screenplay, “This is Jan,” is now a short film. It was viewed in February as part of the 2025 Sedona International Film Festival. “This is actually my first screenplay and winning at Sedona was a huge moment,” he said. “At the time, ‘This is … [Read more...] about Screenwriters Get Noticed at Sedona International Film Festival
Golab Nabipour Found her Tailor-Made Life in America
By taking the bold step of leaving her home country of Iran for the United States, Sedona tailor Golab Nabipour was able to stitch together a profitable future and pursue her dream in fashion. “There are many restrictions on women in Iran,” she said. “I studied garment and textile design, but had to mainly work as a graphic designer as there weren’t many opportunities for young women to work in the fashion industry there.” Golab and her husband, Hojat, relocated to the United States in … [Read more...] about Golab Nabipour Found her Tailor-Made Life in America
