Mamma Luisa Remains Flagstaff’s Authentic Italian Restaurant
November 2012
Whenever I am in Florence – once to kick-start my son’s culinary career – I eat at Ciro and Sons. It is the heart and soul of everything Italian, from a family affair amongst the kitchen and wait staff to the always al dente penne arrabiata. Order a carafe of the local red wine and sigh. This is all well and good when you are in Tuscany, but we are lucky enough to spend our days in our own pleasure town of Flagstaff. Continue reading “Purveyors of Pasta”
A Celebration of Seasons at Garland’s Lodge
October 2012
When Chef Amanda Stine and Mary Garland, owner of Garland’s Oak Creek Lodge, met at a wedding, neither guessed their relationship would the one to last for over three decades and include publishing a feast-filled cookbook called Sharing the Table at Garland’s Lodge. Yet the lodge’s dining room has forged many a friendship, creating a family atmosphere that says, “Stay and sup with us.” Continue reading “Cottage Cuisine”
Cy-Fair teen actor and star of Hellion attends Sundance Film Festival
Summer 2012
If you’re looking for Tommy Hohl, you won’t find him vegging in front of the TV like a typical kid his age. You might see the Hamilton Middle School seventh-grader shooting YouTube videos somewhere in his neighborhood, hitting the slopes with his snowboard, or even rubbing elbows with Hollywood stars. The down-to-earth, fun-loving teen recently starred in the short film Hellion, directed by Kat Candler and featured at the Sundance Film Festival. Continue reading “Rising Star Tommy Hohl”
Cy-Fair grad lives out his dream of playing for his hometown heroes
Spring 2012
When he graduated from Cy-Fair High School in 2006, Chris Wallace only dreamed of someday having his name on a Houston Astros baseball card. This year, that dream will become a reality when the catcher joins the team he grew up idolizing.
Early Career
Wallace opted to stay close to home for college and attended the University of Houston. In four seasons of starting with the Cougars, Wallace had a career .291 batting average and was named to the 2009 All-Conference USA Second Team. He was a 16th round pick in the 2010 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft. Continue reading “Houston Astro Chris Wallace”
Cy-Fair author Barbara Coolidge Tibbetts’ book takes a humorous look
at the common mistakes moms make at their children’s weddings
Spring 2012
As my son’s wedding day drew near, I faced the need for an appropriate dress to wear. Giving my firstborn to another woman was hard enough, but finding a striking gown in which to offer him up overwhelmed me. In desperation, I chose clothes to match the wedding party. To this day, I am still horrified by photos showing me looking more like a bridesmaid than my son’s guest on his big day. Continue reading “What Not to Wear to the Wedding”
Northern Arizona Healthcare produced colorful, informative newsletters for various facilities in the region to educate the community.
Gail contracted consistently to Flagstaff Medical Center’s Public Relations, writing the bulk of stories for Health at Heart as well as press releases, Flagstaff Business News articles and Arizona Daily Sun features.
How Brain Teasers Help Sharpen the Mind
January 2012
After reading all of the news in the paper, one should consider pouring another cup of coffee and turning to the crossword puzzle. Following that, one might test their wits with some math wizardry in Sudoku. These kinds of brain teasers are a simple, leisure activity, but when practiced as part of a routine, the novelty of thinking creatively and logically can spur your brain to engage quicker. Continue reading “Power in the Puzzle”
Northern Arizona Healthcare produced colorful, informative newsletters for various facilities in the region to educate the community.
Gail contracted consistently to Flagstaff Medical Center’s Public Relations, writing the bulk of stories for Health at Heart and Wellness Today, as well as press releases, Flagstaff Business News articles and Arizona Daily Sun features.
Identifying childhood anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and more
Winter 2011
It’s a startling statistic: One in five people will suffer from a serious mental disorder at some point in their life. Anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and attention deficit disorder are prevalent conditions. Children probably aren’t the first age group you think of as dealing with these issues, but 4 million children and adolescents in the U.S. suffer from a serious mental disorder that causes a significant impact on their quality of life. Continue reading “Blue Days”
Heart transplantation gives Cy-Fair residents a second chance at life
Winter 2011
Like any teenager, Jordan Merecka did what he loved most in his free time: hunt during the season and fish all through the summer. Cy-Fair mom Brandy Parker was happily caring for her family and working s a bank teller. Both were born with heart defects, but managed to lead normal lives, until heart failure turned their worlds upside down. Merecka had to trade his Wranglers for a hospital gown, and Parked traded her role taking care of others for taking care of herself. Both also received life-changed operations that saved their lives and have allowed them to continue to thrive in our community. Continue reading “Biggest Hearts”
