Small nonfarm businesses in all 15 Arizona counties and neighboring counties in California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah are now eligible to apply for low interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced Director Tanya N. Garfield of SBA’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West. These loans offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by drought in the following primary counties that began Jan. 1, 2021. Primary Arizona counties: … [Read more...] about Disaster Loans for Businesses, Private Nonprofits, Homeowners and Renters
Governor Ducey Signs Legislation To Promote Forest Health And Prevent Wildfires
Arizona will have more boots on the ground to prevent wildfires under a bill signed today by Governor Doug Ducey. The legislation creates a new partnership, employing Arizona inmates to clear forests of debris. The program is a win-win: forests will be healthier and inmates will have new skills setting them up for employment once they are released. After the signing, the Governor reiterated the importance of the $24.5 million appropriation and looks forward to working with the Legislature to … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Signs Legislation To Promote Forest Health And Prevent Wildfires
Snowbowl Ski Paw-trol
At 4 years old, Ava can be found bouncing through a heavy powder day, catching a lift on the Arizona Gondola or riding on the shoulders of her handler, Hailey Hagerty, as she skis the trails at Arizona Snowbowl. Her favorite activity is playing hide and seek in the woods. For her, that means finding a human scent buried in the snow and then digging until she finds what she’s looking for. “We put people in really shallow snow caves underneath the snow for this exercise – it’s safe and there’s … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Ski Paw-trol
Archuleta for Agriculture
It has been a rapid slide into home base for Elizabeth “Liz” Archuleta of Flagstaff. Archuleta, the distinguished Coconino County District 2 Supervisor for 24 years, resigned her position on Tuesday, Feb. 2. By Thursday, Feb. 4, she was fully engaged in her new post in the Biden-Harris administration as director of Intergovernmental Affairs in the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). “I am very excited to serve at a national level and bring my perspective and experience as … [Read more...] about Archuleta for Agriculture
Dressing the Downtown with a Wee Bit of Fabric
There is a new shop in town, and when you visit, you will be inspired to grab some needle and thread. The doors at Wee Scotty Sewing and Craft Boutique on North Leroux Street opened in early February and the place has rapidly become a creative center. Wee Scotty owner Lynne Gallagher has dipped her toes into every part of the fashion industry, from product development to costume design, dressing actors in numerous theatrical productions and musicians in touring rock bands. At the new … [Read more...] about Dressing the Downtown with a Wee Bit of Fabric
Hidden Eateries
Foodies often find that eateries off the beaten path serve some of the tastiest surprises and most authentic ethnic dishes. My Pita Wrap Mediterranean Grill, The Asian Station and the White Dove Coffee Shop are just a few of Flagstaff’s hidden gems. Tucked away in the Green Tree Mini Mall off Milton Road, My Pita Wrap Mediterranean Grill not only serves fresh Greek favorites such as hummus, falafel, baba ghanoush and chicken, beef and lamb gyros, it also has an in-house food market. Owner Sam … [Read more...] about Hidden Eateries
Amangiri: Desert Decompression for Those Seeking Uncomplicated Elegance
Secluded among petrified sandstone monuments in the Southern Utah desert, about a 25-minute drive from Page, is a wealthy minimalist’s dream. Amangiri, a Sanskrit word for “peaceful mountain,” is a starkly serene luxury resort situated on 600 acres in the Grand Circle region, an area exhibiting unparalleled raw beauty, famous for its national parks like the Grand Canyon, national monuments including Grand Staircase-Escalante and the Navajo Nation, whose culture is intricately woven into the … [Read more...] about Amangiri: Desert Decompression for Those Seeking Uncomplicated Elegance
Living and Promoting Adventure
Working at the historic El Tovar Hotel on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and eventually heading downhill to Phantom Ranch to work for six years was the plan Romy Murphy had for making it to the top. Now, claiming two titles, general manager of Pink Jeep Tours Grand Canyon and president of the Grand Canyon Chamber of Commerce, Murphy says working at Phantom Ranch taught her some good lessons. “Besides being an amazing place to work, I learned a lot of great stuff at Phantom Ranch as … [Read more...] about Living and Promoting Adventure
Businesses Welcoming Upcoming Wranglers Season
Prescott Valley businesses are anticipating a boost as the Northern Arizona Wranglers take to the field for eight home games in the downtown area. The first game is scheduled against the Arizona Rattlers in Prescott Valley on Sunday, May 16. Marnie Uhl, president of Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce, said the impact could be great. The Findlay Toyota Center has seen recent professional teams play in its arena – the NAZ Suns and the Arizona Sundogs. “It’s a huge impact when a team is playing … [Read more...] about Businesses Welcoming Upcoming Wranglers Season
More Arizonans Now Eligible for Vaccine
Governor Doug Ducey and the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) are taking a hybrid approach to COVID-19 vaccinations that now provides Arizonans 55 and older eligibility, along with frontline essential workers. The new approach launched March 2, in the Phoenix Metro Area. The governor’s office states 90% of Arizona’s deaths from the virus have been among those 55 and older. About 65% of those hospitalized from COVID-19 are in that age group. Including adults 55 and older in the … [Read more...] about More Arizonans Now Eligible for Vaccine