Lesley Jenkins, regional director for the Desert Southwest Chapter - Alzheimer’s Association, has a daunting task ahead. It involves creating more awareness and more support groups for what is becoming the most insidious illness attacking Arizonans – dementia caused by Alzheimer’s disease. It is … [Read more...] about Challenges Ahead for Alzheimer’s Association Director
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Nebeker Selected to Sculpt Bronze Statue Honoring Fallen Officers
One of America’s most renowned Western artists, Bill Nebeker, was selected to create a bronze sculpture as a memorial to officers who have lost their lives in service of citizens of Yavapai County. Nebeker’s selection was announced by the Yavapai Law Enforcement Memorial Committee (YLEMC), … [Read more...] about Nebeker Selected to Sculpt Bronze Statue Honoring Fallen Officers
New HUSD Superintendent Facing Unparalleled Challenges
Acknowledging that his biggest challenge will be finding ways to deal with the impact of COVID-19 on the educational environment throughout the Humboldt Unified School District, John Pothast says he is “beyond excited” to be working in Prescott Valley. Pothast is beginning his job as … [Read more...] about New HUSD Superintendent Facing Unparalleled Challenges
Mod Mom Furniture Designer Teams Up with Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation
Going from television sales in Chicago for the A&E network to stay-at-home mom in Los Angeles, Kiersten Hathcock was restless. “In addition to the fact that we needed to make up for my lost income, I realized quickly that I was wired to work and create. In 2006, I set up a garage sale and it … [Read more...] about Mod Mom Furniture Designer Teams Up with Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation
Baking for Health
Cookies, cupcakes, donuts and brownies are not typically considered healthy foods, but Health Coach Karen Russell has found a way to bake for one’s sweet tooth without the processed sugar and gluten. Owner of Sedona-based Karen’s Gluten Free Living, Russell says her introduction to baking started … [Read more...] about Baking for Health
Country Doctor Celebrates a Lifetime of Memories in Northern Arizona
For decades, retired physician and cattle rancher George Yard and his wife, Sharon, a nurse, have impacted the medical, educational and agricultural fields of both Yavapai and Coconino Counties, directly and indirectly. Though both had their primary careers in hospital medicine in Coconino … [Read more...] about Country Doctor Celebrates a Lifetime of Memories in Northern Arizona
Former Green Beret Tackling Jail Issues
The coming weeks and months will be demanding and intense, says Yavapai County Board of Supervisors Chair Craig Brown. Requests continue to come in for more services and facilities. That, he says, coupled with what looks to be an aggressive political year, will heat up the governmental … [Read more...] about Former Green Beret Tackling Jail Issues
Grand Canyon Saddle Maker Enjoying the Ride
Across from the Xanterra South Rim is a mule barn sitting on an inconspicuous lot at the Grand Canyon Village. The historic building was a blacksmith’s shop. Inside, the old wooden floors show their age, while the aroma of worked leather and mules give away its purpose. This is Joe Marshall’s … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Saddle Maker Enjoying the Ride
Former Trial Lawyer Shares Gentle Side in ‘Birding Arizona’
Charles Babbitt grew up in Flagstaff. “It was a very different city then,” he recalled, “about 15,000 people. We had a father who was interested in the outdoors, and he encouraged us to take a deeper look at the natural world. We spent a lot of time driving, hiking and exploring Northern … [Read more...] about Former Trial Lawyer Shares Gentle Side in ‘Birding Arizona’
Tusayan Hotelier Carrying on Family Tradition
Cleaning hotel rooms, working at the front desk and serving as a hostess and cashier is not typical for most nine-year old girls, but for Ann Serna, it was a way of life and perhaps the boost that landed her in the role she has today as owner and general manager of the Grand Canyon Plaza … [Read more...] about Tusayan Hotelier Carrying on Family Tradition