Category: Business

KNAU update for March 16

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider PrEview – March 16th, 2018 This week’s Insider PrEview is brought to you by: In Prescott. We Are 60% Of The Way There! Who is the Public in Public Radio? You…

City of Flagstaff and Hopi Tribe Economic Development Corporation Renewable Energy Collaborative

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Hopi Tribe, outlining a partnership to explore development of a 19 megawatt (“MW”) renewable energy project on Hopi-owned tribal lands, outside of Flagstaff city limits. The collaborative…

KNAU update for March 9

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider PrEview – March 9th, 2018 This week’s Insider PrEview is brought to you by: In Prescott. Spring Pledge Drive Starts Monday Who is the Public in Public Radio? You are! And…

NAU update for March 9

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, March 9 Lands that hurt and lands that heal: NAU faculty members recognized for unique art at Flagstaff’s Viola Awards Journalism lecturer Annette McGivney won for her book, “Pure Land,” while psychology…

NEW Non-stop service to Flagstaff/Grand Canyon, Arizona (FLG)

FLAGSTAFF — American Airlines adds seasonal non-stop service to Flagstaff Airport, for two new cities beginning May 2018. Starting May 5, 2018 American Airlines will fly a 70-seat jet aircraft from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) into Flagstaff every Saturday.  The…

Local First ARIZONA update for March 8

Vacationing done the local way: WeekendZona will help you discover that perfect weekend getaway without having to travel beyond AZ. WeekendZona Experience the Elements of Camp Verde with this curated, all-inclusive, two-night staycation. Kayak down the Verde River, experience the valley on…

ECoNA update for March 7

Click here for more news from ECoNA   A guiding principle of LAUNCH Flagstaff is that the education consortium’s interests are not limited to the years when students are in primary and secondary schools, but stretch from cradle to career.   That…

Peaks Senior Living establishes scholarship at CCC

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College students who want to become Certified Nursing Assistants or Licensed Nursing Assistants now have another scholarship opportunity. Thanks to The Peaks Health & Rehabilitation in Flagstaff, CCC now has $5,000 to create scholarships for five CNA…

Vendors Wanted for the 2018 Coconino County Fair

Coconino County Parks and Recreation is currently accepting vendor applications for the 2018 Coconino County Fair, held Aug. 31 to Sept. 3 at Fort Tuthill County Park. Vendors may submit applications for amusement, food, commercial businesses and non-profits. First review…

KNAU update for March 2

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links  Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – March 2nd, 2018 This…

April 7 — Greater Northern Arizona Expo comes to CCC

FLAGSTAFF — Join Coconino Community College and the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce for northern Arizona’s largest community career expo. The Greater Northern Arizona Career Expo will be Saturday, April 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the CCC Lone Tree…

April 17 — Flagstaff Celebrates Community Banking Month

Community Banking Month highlights contributions to Arizona’s local economy this April FLAGSTAFF — April is known as Community Banking Month, an annual month-long celebration of community banks across the nation. Local First Arizona is celebrating by sharing stories of those…

March 31 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Lifestyle: The Pursuit of Happiness’

Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be: LIFESTYLE: THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS Ad on Facebook:  Ad on YouTube: Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher, all under AARP…

March 14 — Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council meeting to be held in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Tri-Diversity Councils will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 14 at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff. The councils include: The African American Advisory Council The Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) The…

March 8 — GROWING PAINS: How can Flagstaff and NAU work together to manage and mitigate the impacts of rapid growth?

FLAGSTAFF — Join Northern Arizona University and the City of Flagstaff Thursday, March 8, 2018 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Museum of Northern Arizona’s Branigar-Chase Auditorium for a community conversation on the impacts of growth at NAU and in…

March 24 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Estate Planning: You Decide’

Dear friend and partner, greetings!   The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be: ESTATE PLANNING: YOU DECIDE Ad on Facebook:  Ad on YouTube: Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher, all under AARP…

March 10 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Filing Taxes 101’

Dear friend and partner, greetings!   The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be: FILING TAXES 101 Ad on Facebook:   Ad on YouTube:     Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher, all under AARP Arizona…

Through April 3 — Next 12-week Basic Business Empowerment class to be held in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Community Services’ (CCCS) 12-week (36-hour) Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) training is offered for Coconino County residents 18-years of age and older.  Its purpose is to assist those who want to start, improve, and/or expand a micro-business —…

April 4 — Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) to meet in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at the Coconino County Administration Building, Second Floor Conference Room, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. * Time, location subject…

Proposed Navajo-Hopi land settlement

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff was recently made aware of a proposed land exchange that would fulfill federal government commitments under the 1996 Navajo-Hopi Land Dispute Settlement Act (P.L. 104-363). This exchange was proposed by Senator McCain and Congressman O’Halleran…

NAU update for Feb. 23

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Feb. 23 President Cheng highlights ways NAU is nationally recognized and locally vital during Campus Forum  The president emphasized the importance of NAU’s research and development and focus on student success in…

Feb. 24 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Phoenix: Its Hispanic Roots’

Dear friend and partner, happy Friday! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be: PHOENIX: ITS HISPANIC ROOTS Ad on Facebook: Ad on YouTube:  Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher, all under AARP…

Coconino County Board of Supervisors to meet on Feb. 27

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors, boards of directors of the Coconino County Public Health Services District and the Coconino County Flood Control District, will hold an executive session and work session beginning 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb.…

Chief Treadway named Interim Deputy City Manager

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Police Chief Kevin Treadway was appointed Interim Deputy City Manager on Feb. 20, 2018. Treadway will fill this position while Barbara Goodrich serves as Interim City Manager. Chief Treadway was hired by the Flagstaff Police Department in February…

Request for Proposals now accepted for Frontiere Property

Coconino County Parks and Recreation issued a Request for Proposals (RFPs) for possible uses, management and operations of the buildings and immediate area (approximately 30 acres) of the 240-acre Frontiere Property at Rogers Lake. The County seeks to contract with…

Beaver Street closure to resume February 26

FLAGSTAFF — Starting Feb. 26, 2018, Beaver Street will close from Columbus Avenue to Birch Avenue (see attached map). This closure will allow construction of the final utility and roadway improvements to resume after a winter hiatus. The north three side streets…

Coconino County, City of Flagstaff Offices closed in honor of President’s Day

COCONINO COUNTY — All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Feb. 19, 2018 in honor of President’s Day. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed, Dispatch, Patrol and Detention will be open. Records will be…

Flagstaff City Council appoints Acting City Manager

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council has accepted the City Manager, Josh Copley’s, resignation effective Feb.12, 2018. The City Council appointed Barbara Goodrich as the Acting City Manager while a national recruitment is conducted for a new City Manager. Barbara Goodrich has…

2017 City Manager’s Employee Excellence Awards

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Manager presented the annual Employee Excellence Awards on Feb. 6, 2018. The awards are built around the five values of the City – Teamwork, Accountability, Communication, Quality and Leadership and recognize extraordinary employees in each category.…

KNAU update for Feb. 9

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links  Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – February 9th, 2018 Brain…

Flagstaff Recognized as Leading Craft Beer City

FLAGSTAFF — Arizona Governor Ducey recognized Flagstaff as a leading Craft Beer City with a Commendation presented by the Flagstaff City Council on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. The Flagstaff Mayor and City Council also declared the month of February “Craft Beer Month”…

Local First ARIZONA update for Feb. 8

It’s all about the details. Plan an unforgettable Valentine’s Day at some of Flagstaff’s best local spots. Best of Flag Winners Arizona Sun’s Best of Flag report highlights the businesses leading their industries in personal service and community participation. Congrats to all…

ECoNA update for Feb. 6

Dear Subscriber,   A new study released by the Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona recently shows that Flagstaff is in the midst of a workforce housing crisis.   That is not a statement I write lightly, or with the intention of being…

Property Tax Exemption Programs

FLAGSTAFF — The Assessor’s office is now accepting applications for the Widow/Widower and Disability Property Tax Exemption Programs. Arizona law offers several property tax exemption programs for individuals. This program reduces the taxable value used to calculate an individual’s property tax…

City Council passes Resolution 2018-06

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff’s City Council adopted Resolution 2018-06 at their meeting on Jan. 30, 2018 reaffirming support for the 2012 Public Land Order No. 7787 to withdraw 1,006,545 acres of federal lands surrounding the Grand Canyon National Park from new uranium…

AmeriCorps members for Coconino County Adult Probation sought for Flagstaff, Page

COCONINO COUNTY — AmeriCorps members for Coconino County Adult Probation sought for Flagstaff, Page. These opportunities include a modest living allowance, and upon successful completion of their term, an educational award.  It provides the individual with the opportunity to gain experience…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 30

In This Issue Beer and Gear Benefits F3! Packed Agenda for Council Tonight What Do YOU Want from our Vocal Local Workshops? Climate Action Planning Survey Results Luna’s Corner: Re-cap of the Jan 22 Open Spaces Commission Meeting Final High Occupancy Housing…

2018 Academy Summer Leader Position Extended to Feb. 2

FLAGSTAFF — The Academy Team has EXTENDED the deadline date for 13-plus Summer Leader positions to February 2nd! The Academy (Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math-Science) is a five-week residential and academic program that helps high school students, grades 9-11, to…

Feb. 6 — Joint Land Use Study Community Meeting

BELLEMONT — The public is invited to attend a Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) meeting on Feb. 6. There will be a presentation at 6:15pm with opportunities for the public to ask questions and provide feedback. The project team will summarize…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for Jan. 26

VITA Dates Announced United Way of Northern Arizona is again offering the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. This initiative provides FREE help with filing 2017 income taxes from IRS-certified volunteers for households with incomes under $85,000. Depending on the community, tax filers can…

Parent Awareness and Community Outreach Coordinator Job Opening

First Things First has recently opened up a position as Parent Awareness and Community Outreach Coordinator in the Coconino Region. Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Community Outreach and in collaboration with FTF leadership, staff and Regional Council members, the…

ECoNA Q&A with NAU President Dr. Rita Cheng

Dr. Rita Hartung Cheng became the 16th president of Northern Arizona University more than three years ago. Almost immediately, she made her mark in the community, taking several leadership roles in the community, including a seat on the ECoNA Executive Board.…

Mobile Service Days offered in County Communities

The Coconino County Assessor, Treasurer and Recorder’s offices will continue Mobile Service Days in 2018. Each office will deliver the functionality and services regularly provided directly to communities throughout the County. Staff from each office will be available to meet…

KNAU update for Jan. 19

Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links  Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – January 19th, 2018 Brain Food:…

NAU update for Jan. 19

Click here for the latest NAU News Friday, Jan. 19 New NAU study of vertebrate genomes, phenomes, populations to predict response to climate change Loren Buck received a $540,000 grant from the NSF to study the relationship between an organism’s DNA…

Flagstaff City Council passes resolution opposing the proposed construction of a border wall along the U.S. – Mexico border

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff’s City Council adopted Resolution 2018-05 at their meeting on Jan. 16, 2018 opposing the proposed construction of a border wall along the U.S. – Mexico border. “We have a responsibility to bring attention to issues that impact our…

NAU update for Jan. 12

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Jan. 12 NAU celebrating Martin Luther King Day with march, community service Students are volunteering at organizations throughout the community, and at 1 p.m. there will be a march from the DuBois…

KNAU update for Jan. 12

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links  Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – January 12th, 2018 Earth…

Jan. 13 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Legislative Priorities 2018’

Dear friend and partner, greetings, and a happy 2018! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES 2018. With the help of our guests we will address tax cuts, Medicare, Social Security, Budget and Caregiving. Arizona legislative priorities will…