A century ago, the economic corridor in Northern Arizona was primarily made up of smaller economies – very separate and very different. Flagstaff was all about forestry; cattle dominated in Williams; and Winslow was created for the railroad (in fact,…
Category: Business
Goodwill: The Fresh Start Re-Entry Program
Click here for the entire newsletter Greetings! The process of leaving jail or prison can be difficult – particularly for those who have completed a lengthy sentence. They face challenges in obtaining a job, a place to live, or even…
Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Oct. 6
Click here for Coconino County Job Opportunities as of Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016 You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and…
Deadline nears to get your advertising orders in for the November-December AmigosNAZ print edition
Hello everyone, Time to reserve your advertising space for the November-December AmigosNAZ print edition. We are accepting advertisements for full-page, half-page, quarter-page and business card-size advertisements, all in color, with advertisements appearing in our e-newsletter and daily on our website,…
ECONA: Sunnyside’s Market of Dreams
Entrepreneurship is rarely easy, and the challenges multiply for micro-business ventures that often don’t have access to traditional capital or a storefront where they can offer their goods and services. That’s why ECONA has always been supportive of those organizations…
Flagstaff Communicators to present ‘Meet the Board’ event on Nov. 10
Meet The Board This Thursday! Meet the Flagstaff Communicators Board and learn about our positions, duties, mission and more. The end of the year is approaching fast and we’re looking to add to our great panel of local business owners…
Want a free link to your business’ or organization’s website? Sign up to be a distribution point for AmigosNAZ
The Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ is now available in a growing number of locations throughout Northern Arizona. Want a free link to your business’ or organization’s website? Sign up to be a distribution point for AmigosNAZ…
Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Sept. 29
Click here for Coconino County Job Opportunities as of Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016 You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then…
Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ now available throughout the region
The Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ is now available in a number of locations throughout Northern Arizona. Please see our list of growing distribution locations below. Also, send an email to fmoraga@amigosnaz.com if you wish to become a distribution…
Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Sept. 21
Click here for Coconino County Job Opportunities as of Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016 You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then…
Flag Tech Talk to present: ‘LinkedIn Tips & Tricks’ on Sept. 21
FLAGSTAFF — Flag Tech Talk will present a discussion on “LinkedIn Tips & Tricks” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21 at Bookmans, Flagstaff. Presented by Joe Bodin of Reliable Web Designs. Are you taking advantage of the top professional social media network? LinkedIn has a wealth…
Live 2 Lead Women’s Leadership Retreat to be held 23
FLAGSTAFF — Lancaster Consulting will present “Radical Self Care: How to be productive and happy without burnout,” from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23 in Flagstaff. Click here for more information.
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 23
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Hub Appeal Rejected by Board of Adjustment Share Our Voting Video! Get Your Yard Signs for Local Ballot Initiatives Flagstaffelection.com: Your One-Stop-Shop for Local Election Information
Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Aug. 19
Click here for Coconino County Job Opportunities as of Friday, August 19, 2016 You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and…
Coconino County Individual Development Account could help you realize your dream
COCONINO COUNTY — Want a new career, or to start and/or expand a home-based or other small business? If so, an Individual Development Account (IDA) may be for you. An IDA is a special match grant savings account for eligible participants…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 16
Click here to see the latest newsletter. Board of Adjustment to Hear Hub Case Tomorrow Thorpe Park Work Yard Future Agenda Item Request at Council Tonight Get Your Yard Signs for Local Ballot Initiatives Flagstaffelection.com: Your One-Stop-Shop for Local Election Information Seeking…
City of Flagstaff reports Hopi Tribe Lawsuit dismissed
FLAGSTAFF — The lawsuit involving snowmaking filed by the Hopi Tribe against the City of Flagstaff was dismissed by the Coconino County Superior Court on Friday, August 12, 2016. Originally filed in 2011, all three claims in the Hopi Tribe’s…
Flagstaff Communicators to present ‘Your Authentic Social Presence’ on Sept. 8
R.S.V.P. today for “Your Authentic Social Presence” with Mike Russell during the next Flagstaff Communicator’s monthly luncheon presentation from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8 at The Oakmont, 2380 N. Oakmont Dr. Flagstaff, AZ 86004. Russell, who manages the social media accounts for…
AmigosNAZ to publish Hispanic Heritage Month Special Edition
FLAGSTAFF — AmigosNAZ is accepting advertising orders and local community news for its Hispanic Heritage Month Special Edition. While many think of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 through Oct. 15) as a time to attend cultural celebrations, it is also…
KNAU update for Aug. 5
Carbon Offsets Could Help Fund Forest Restoration in Northern Arizona Arizona’s Largest Health Care System Reports 2 Cyber-Attacks Earth Notes: For Parking, There’s No Free Pass ‘Killing the Colorado’ Doc Examines the Human Causes Behind the Western Water Crisis U.S.…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 2
Click here to see the latest newsletter. F3 Candidate Forum a Great Success! Miss the Forum? Check Out Our Election Website with Information on the Candidates Meet Candidates for NAU “Community Liaison” Position – Thursday, 8/4 Participate in High Occupancy Housing Conversation…
Award Presented to Janet Regner, Coconino County’s director of Community Services
COCONINO COUNTY — Janet Regner, Community Service Director for Coconino County, was one of four individuals statewide who received the 2016 Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Award, presented each year to public servants who have worked tirelessly to serve the public interest. Zimmerman, Gabrielle…
Community Invited to Meet the Final Candidates for the Assistant Director for Off Campus Life and Community Liaison Programs on Aug. 4
FLAGSTAFF — Meet the finalists for the Assistant Director for Off Campus Life and Community Liaison Programs, also known as the “Neighborhood Liaison,” on August 4, 2016. The meet and greet will be held at the High Country Conference Center (201…
Flagstaff Communicators presents ‘Your Digital Presence’ with Sublime Dzine on Aug. 11
R.S.V.P. Today for “Your Digital Presence — From SEO to Social Media and Everything in Between” with Nick Allen of Sublime Dzine Digital Design Flagstaff Communicators luncheon presentation Thursday, August 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Oakmont, 2380 N. Oakmont Dr.…
Arizona@Work announces August workshop calendar
FLAGSTAFF — Arizona@Work has announced its August workshop calendar. Arizona @ Work is located at Goodwill of Northern Arizona’s Job Connection. Click here or on the image for the calendar.
CCC District Governing Board wants to expand job programs
FLAGSTAFF — The District Governing Board of Coconino Community College has plans to expand education and job training programs that lead to better jobs for local high school graduates, workers and veterans transitioning to civilian life. District Governing Board Chairwoman Patricia…
City Sales Tax Payments Continue to Remit Through the City of Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff continues to process City sales tax returns and tax licenses until further notice. This notification affects businesses covered by the Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) licensing and reporting through the City of Flagstaff. In June 2016,…
Radio Sunnyside to hold first anniversary party on Aug. 6
FLAGSTAFF — Radio Sunnyside to hold first anniversary party from 11 a.m. to4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 at the Market of Dreams, 2532 E.7th Ave., Flagstaff. Visit https://www.facebook.com/sunnysideflagstaff for more information.
Coconino Community College District Governing Board wants to expand job programs
FLAGSTAFF — The District Governing Board of Coconino Community College has plans to expand education and job training programs that lead to better jobs for local high school graduates, workers and veterans transitioning to civilian life. District Governing Board Chairwoman…
Commentary: Flagstaff: Up and Coming, But Not Stressed
According to two recent website articles, Flagstaff is both the number one “up and coming” city in the United State – and apparently is totally chill about it. The articles, featured in the financial planning website SmartAsset.com and the brand new travel…
Improve Your Communication Skills workshops to be held July 14, 18 and 30
FLAGSTAFF — A series of “Improve Your Communication Skills Improve Your Life!” workshops to be held July 14, 18 and 30. Thursday, July 14, 9:00 am to 10:00 am, Joe Montoya Senior Center (Thorpe Park), What did he say?! Responding Effectively to…
Basic Business Empowerment entrepreneurship course begins Sept. 6
FLAGSTAFF — The next Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) program, a classroom-based business development course, will begin at 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6, at the Coconino County Health and Community Services Building, 2625 N. King St., Flagstaff (1 block East of 4th St.,…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present Computer Basic Workshop June 25
Sunnyside Market of Dreams will present Computer Basic Workshops on June 18 and 25 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. Workshops facilitated by Terry Dean. Visit https://www.facebook.com/MarketofDreams for more information.
Sunnyside Market of Dreams announces new Summer Hours
FLAGSTAFF — Sunnyside Market of Dreams announces new Summer Hours: Mondays: 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Friday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: Noon to 6 p.m. Visit https://www.facebook.com/MarketofDreams for more information.
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for June 7
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for June 7 Click here to see the latest newsletter. The Hub V.2 Site Plan Approved by City Staff Landmark Properties Threatens to Lawsuit Shop at Full Circle in June Light Saber Training with Darth Vader this Saturday!
Arizona@Work announces June workshop calendar
FLAGSTAFF — Arizona@Work has announced its June workshop calendar. Arizona @ Work is located at Goodwill of Northern Arizona’s Job Connection. Click here or on the image for the calendar.
Flag Tech Talk to present: ‘The Value of a Logo lecture’ on June 15
FLAGSTAFF — Flag Tech Talk will present a discussion on “The Value of a Logo lecture” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 15 at Bookmans, Flagstaff. Presented by Mike Russell of the Flagstaff CVB and MikeRDzign. Russell has been designing logos for new businesses…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present Community Jewelry Making Class on June 11
Sunnyside Market of Dreams will present Community Jewelry Making Class on June 11 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. Class led by Mary McAuley. Visit https://www.facebook.com/MarketofDreams for more information.
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for May 17
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for May 17 Click here to see the latest newsletter. Vote Today on Prop 123 & 124! F3 Annual Meeting & Livable Community Award Ceremony this Saturday! City Public Works Yard Meeting Tomorrow, 5/18 Volunteer for Our Community…
Flag Tech Talk to present: ‘Search Engine Optimization (SEO)’ on May 18
FLAGSTAFF — Flag Tech Talk will present a discussion on “Facebook for Business” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 18 at Bookmans, Flagstaff. Presented by Bret Carpenter of the Coconino SBDC. Are you confused about Facebook business pages? Do you want neat Tips & Tricks…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present ‘How to market your business’ on May 21
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams will present a “How to Market Your Business” workshop from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 21 at the Market of Dreams, 2532 E. 7th Avenue, Flagstaff. Whether you have been in business for years…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present ‘How to talk about your business’ workshop on May 7
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams will present a “How to talk about your business” workshop from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 7 at 2532 E. 7th St., Flagstaff. Click here for more information.
ECONA: Dave Dirksen Takes Reins at FUSD
When it was announced in late February that Flagstaff Unified School District Superintendent Barbara Hickman would be leaving before the end of the school year to accept a post in the Colorado Department of Education, the FUSD governing board quickly…
Free business mentoring every Friday
Free business mentoring is available every Friday from noon until 2 p.m., courtesy of the Coconino Small Business Development Center. Consulting is available on how to start a business, how to develop a business plan, how to obtain financial assistance,…
RSVP today for ‘Creating Visual Content’ on April 14 and Win a Free Lunch!
“Creating Visual Content” will be the topic of the next Flagstaff Communicators luncheon presentation from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 14th at The Oakmont in Flagstaff. Tim Fox of The Graphic Bean will present “Sharing Your Story with Compelling Video and Photos.” The session as part…
Create a Facebook Business Page that Works to be held April 16
Anyone who owns or plans to own a small business is invited to a free class—Creating a Facebook Business Page that Works—on Saturday, April 16 from noon until 2:00 p.m. Brett Carpenter from the Small Business Development Center will give…
Flagstaff Communications to present ‘Content Writing — Writing for Readability’ on March 10
Flagstaff Communicators will present Content Writing — Writing for Readability” as part of its new monthly #CommunicateU education program from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 10 at The Oakmont, 2380 N. Oakmont Drive, Flagstaff. Starla Collins of Shooting Star Companies will provide information on creating…
NAU update for Feb. 19
Northern Arizona University update for Feb. 19: Cheng delivers message of achievement, aspiration at NAU campus forum Threat of cytomegalovirus far outweighs Zika risk Civil rights secret ingredient opened path to the middle class Ecuadorian grad student advances study and…
Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños announces February calendar of events
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños has announced its February calendar of business classes, workshops and community events. Click here to see the entire calendar.
Flagstaff Communicators to present ‘Selling Your Sizzle!’ on Feb. 11
FLAGSTAFF — “Selling Your Sizzle!” will be the topic of the next Flagstaff Communicators luncheon presentation from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 at The Oakmont, 2380 N. Oakmont Drive, Flagstaff. Marketing professional Terry Roberts will provide information…
Coconino County Comprehensive One Stop announces February workshop calendar
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Comprehensive One Stop has announced its February workshop calendar. Coconino County Comprehensive One Stop is located at Goodwill’s Job Connection. Click here for the calendar.
Flag Tech Talk: ‘WordPress Tips & Tricks’ on Jan. 20
FLAGSTAFF — Flag Tech Talk will present “WordPress Tips & Tricks” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20 at Bookmans, Flagstaff. We will be diving into fun features and basic tips that you should know if you have or want to get…
Market of Dreams offers Christmas Eve Special
The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños is presenting a “Christmas Eve Special” with 20 percent off on every item in the store through 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24. The market is a great place to find…
Basic Business Empowerment entrepreneurship course continues through Nov. 24
FLAGSTAFF — The next Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) program, a classroom-based business development course, will be held 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays through Nov. 24, at the Coconino County Health and Community Services Building, 2625 N. King St., Flagstaff (1 block East…
Local artist Gerardo Alvarado Vidal to be featured at monthly ‘3rd Fridays at Sunnyside Market of Dreams’ on Aug. 21
FLAGSTAFF — Local artist Gerardo Alvarado Vidal will be featured at the 3rd Friday at the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños marketplace from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21 at at 2532 E. 7th Ave., at the Southwest corner of…
Flagstaff honors Independence Day with annual parade
AmigosNAZ staff reports Local residents and visitors from around the state arrived early in Flagstaff to get a good vantage point for the annual 4th of July Parade held in downtown. A crowd estimated at 15,000 by some accounts lined…
Mercado de los Sueños getting ready for Mother’s Day
FLAGSTAFF — Children are invited to bring their piggy banks to the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to buy a unique gift for mom, organizers reported in a media release. “There are many possible gifts at a variety…
KSZN, Radio Sunnyside begins volunteer selection process
FLAGSTAFF — Community Radio station KSZN-Flagstaff 101.5 FM, Radio Sunnyside is selecting and training program hosts, organizers reported in a media release. The station is tentatively scheduled to go on the air in late May, organizers reported in a Facebook post.…
Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to hold official grand opening on March 28
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff Inc.’s Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños will hold its official grand opening from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 29 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., at the Southwest corner of the Cal-Ranch…
Guest commentary: Discussion to approve sale of South Beaver School to NAU set for March 11
Editor’s note: AmigosNAZ welcomes guest columns, letters to the editor and other submissions from our readers. All opinions expressed in submitted material are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of AmigosNAZ. By Ricardo Guthrie Dear All:…