Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Laid-back mountain concert: Country star Billy Currington will bring his hits to Flagstaff’s Pepsi Amphitheater on May 9, with doors at 6 PM and show at 8 PM for Mother’s Day weekend vibes -- find schedule and venue info.

Highways adapt for stargazers: ADOT will replace 370 lights on I-17, I-40 and Route 66 in Flagstaff to cut light pollution, partnering with the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition to protect night skies -- get all the project details.

Homegrown outdoor gear ambition: Flagstaff hiker and YouTuber Nic Rakestraw grows Evolved Supply Co., planning a Leroux Street shop, field testing backpacks, and his Arizona Trail film has raised money for the trail association -- read the full story.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Bookish reset, anyone: Bright Side Bookshop is the kind of indie that remembers your last favorite and hands you the next one. Southwest authors, kids to YA to grownup shelves, plus puzzles and postcards... your living room stack just called, it wants company.

Tee it up, Flagstaff: When the pines call, Continental Country Club answers with tree-lined holes, mountain views, and just enough bite to keep you honest. Friends, cool air, and fairways come together... at this elevation, your 7-iron suddenly plays up, and that extra carry feels heroic.

Plant-powered skincare fix: Peak Scents fuses herbal know-how with science to craft skin-friendly, small-batch formulas. At their Flagstaff refill shop, keep bottles (and consciences) lighter while restocking plant-based serums, creams, and balms. When your moisturizer’s running low, these altitude-ready essentials pick up the slack.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🎨 ARTx @ Coconino Center for the Arts | Friday (5/1) at 1:00 PM – Flagstaff turns into a three-day art safari, with installations and performances popping up from Buffalo Park to Heritage Square, and the spots you least expect. Think Guillermo Galindo’s Transonic Communities, pedal-powered projections, and a Gumball Poet. Wear layers, bring curiosity, and clear walking time.

♻ Up-cycled T-shirt Bag Workshop @ Trash Panda Thrift | Friday (5/1) at 1:00 PM – Turn worn-out tees into sturdy tote bags at Trash Panda on Fridays. No sewing required, just paint, scissors, mildly chaotic good company, and you leave with something useful, sustainable, and very you. They disappear quickly, naturally, so come hang out and help restock.

🎬 NAU 2026 Film Festival @ The Orpheum Theater | Friday (5/1) at 6:00 PM – NAU’s student film fest takes over the Orpheum, serving up shorts, docs, and a few delightfully weird experiments. Cheer on the Lumberjacks, sip something decent, and pretend you discovered the next Coen while secretly enjoying the air conditioning, cushy seats, and zero algorithm.

🐝 Science Saturday: Pollination Celebration! @ Willow Bend Environmental Education Center | Saturday (5/2) at 10:30 AM – Science Saturday goes full buzz with a Pollination Celebration, giving bees, bats, and birds their due. Drop in with the family for free hands-on art, demos, and Flagstaff know-how from artists and scientists. Your garden wins, the kids learn, and nobody grades you.

🔧 Fix-it Clinic @ Joe C Montoya Senior Center | Saturday (5/2) at 11:00 AM – Got a wobbly lamp, a squeaky bike, or a sweater with commitment issues? Hit the Fix-it Clinic where handy volunteers fix it for free, show you how for next time, and keep it out of the landfill. Book now at flagstaff.az.gov/3231/Fix-it-Clinic, walk-ins welcome.

🔬 2026 Science Scavenger Hunt @ Rainbow's End Boutique | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Round up three co-conspirators for a citywide science scavenger hunt that sends you zigzagging past ponderosas and brainy trivia. Follow clever clues, snap the kind of selfies your kids might actually approve, and score prizes for creativity, teamwork, and unexpected brilliance. Very Flagstaff.

🥫 Free Comic Book Day Food Drive @ Cab Comics | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Swing by Cab Comics for Free Comic Book Day, snag free reads, and help stock the Flagstaff Family Food Center shelves. Dune Sea Garrison troopers will wrangle donations, there will be a raffle benefiting the food bank, and in-store deals, with usual exclusions, including LEGO.

Set on a premier Flagstaff lot along the 12th fairway, this refined mountain retreat flaunts wall-to-wall sliders, soaring vaulted ceilings, and a dramatic 3.5-foot chandelier. A Viking-equipped chef's kitchen opens to a rare third patio with Crescent balcony. Two walkout patios, a walkout basement with full bar, and a private casita maximize views and versatility.