Organizers say much work remains to keep area heading in right direction By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ Maybe it’s a case that success breeds complacency — that the hard work has already been done and there is no urgency…
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Commentary / Comentario: Youth and our future
By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ We must provide all young people with the tools they need to succeed in school along with career opportunities so they can become a key part of the region’s vibrant economy. Part one of…
Local / Locales
The Coconino County Public Health Services District will host Back to School Vaccination Clinics from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 7 and 14 at the Coconino Public Health Services District, 2625 No. King St., Flagstaff. All required vaccinations for…
Commentary / Comentario: Time to enjoy upcoming summer events
By Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta / Coconino County District 2 Supervisor Make sure to make the most of your summer by going out and enjoying what our county has to offer! Here are some fun and healthy events for all ages.…
Bilingual report: Latinos to play important role in state’s future
Improving student achievement, developing new leaders will be key to Arizona’s success By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ A vibrant Arizona of the future will require a strong investment in the state’s educational system. But party politics and a focus on…
Travel / Viajes: Off the beaten path: Discovering Tubac
By Stacey Wittig / Vagabonding Chica – Travel Writer Tubac, Arizona was established by the King of Spain as a presidio in 1752, thirty years before the Santa Barbara Royal Presidio. Tubac, the first European settlement in Arizona, is known…
Food / Cocina: Look to Latin cooking to improve health
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) There has been much interest in Mediterranean cuisine and its possible medical benefits. However, individuals who prefer the spice and flair of Latin dishes may also be better for it with respect to their health. There…
Bilingual report: Month of May brings wealth of cultural events to NAZ region
Fiesta de Mayo, graduation, parades among activities By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ While Madison Avenue continues to push Cinco de Mayo as a time to let loose and party until you drop, members of local organizations are busy planning…
Food / Cocina: Soup for Cinco de Mayo
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Though Americans enjoy celebrating Cinco de Mayo, in Mexico the holiday is primarily limited to the state of Puebla. It was in Puebla where General Ignacio Zaragoza led a heavily outnumbered militia to an unlikely…
Health / Salud: The PSA test controversy
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Inaccurate results and less than fool-proof detection has led many health professionals to eschew prostate-specific antigen tests (PSA) as an indicator of prostate cancer. A draft recommendation from the U.S. government said PSA tests should…
Technology / Tecnología: Cell phone security tips
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Though as recently as a decade ago they were largely a luxury, cell phones are now the go-to device for men, women and even children. Over that time period, cell phones have evolved from mobile…
Finance / Finanzas: Finding the right bank for personal banking
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) When searching for a bank to do their personal banking, many people find banks aren’t all that different from one another. Banks offer similar services, and many have similar rules and regulations with regards to…
Business / Negocios: How to start a small business
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Starting their own a business is a dream for many men and women. Instead of reporting to a boss and following the particular hierarchy of a company, entrepreneurs can set their own rules and hours.…