We were starry-eyed 20-somethings when we opened Arizona Music Pro,” said Meg Roederer from the full-service musical instrument company in downtown Flagstaff. “We had the entrepreneurial spirit. And here we are 25 years later – we are so grateful.” In 1994, Lance and Meg Roederer opened Arizona Music Pro (AMP) shortly after they both graduated from Northern Arizona University. Each brought different strengths to the business: Lance possessed the music background and business experience while … [Read more...] about Arizona Music Pro Serving Music Scene for 25 Years
NAU Football Star Inducted into Hall of Fame
This year, the National Football League (NFL) celebrates its 100th anniversary. During this century of competition, more than 24,000 players have made NFL rosters and, according to pro-football-reference.com, 40 played college ball at Northern Arizona University. The most recent member of this Lumberjack club, Zach Bauman, followed a path to the NFL that started – and culminated – in Arizona. Along the way, he became one of the most successful players in NAU history and was inducted into NAU’S … [Read more...] about NAU Football Star Inducted into Hall of Fame
Dan Kasprzyk, Russ Yelton, Drinking Horn Meadery Honored in Moonshot Awards
Dan Kasprzyk, founder of startups Symple Surgical and Poba Medical, received the Carolyn Shoemaker Award at the first Moonshot Entrepreneur Awards, presented by Moonshot at NACET, the region’s entrepreneurial development program. The Shoemaker Award was created to honor entrepreneurs who have graduated from the Moonshot program at NACET and gone on to establish businesses in the greater Flagstaff area that hire local employees. The recipient is chosen by a panel made up of members of the … [Read more...] about Dan Kasprzyk, Russ Yelton, Drinking Horn Meadery Honored in Moonshot Awards
Kilauea One Year Later
For the first time since 1983, Kīlauea Volcano, on the Big Island of Hawaii, is not erupting. The world’s most active volcano ended its 35-year magma run in a spectacular grand finale of fiery fountains and high-volume molten rock rivers between May and August 2018. As a result of the massive and explosive event, much has changed: scientists now have a better understanding of how Hawaii works; drones have earned their place in the study and safety of future volatile events; and the Big Island … [Read more...] about Kilauea One Year Later
Testing for Deadly Radon
Radon occurs naturally from the breakdown of uranium found in rocks, soil and sometimes well water. It can seep into homes through the foundation, cracks in the slab, sump pumps, plumbing pipes and crawl spaces. The inspectors say it is a serious and dangerous carcinogen.ertified radon inspectors Bill Branch, Drew Ramsey and John McCartney have joined forces to educate Northern Arizonans about the dangers of the invisible, radioactive gas. “The campaign to educate the public has been slow, … [Read more...] about Testing for Deadly Radon
Principles Guiding County Health and Human Services
After moving to the area approximately two months ago to begin my role as the Director of Coconino County Health and Human Services, I’ve learned a few things about my new home. For example, I’ve learned that there is no shame in being winded after taking a flight of stairs while acclimating to our 7,000-foot evaluation! I’ve learned not to drive on Milton during the morning commute. I’ve learned the definition of a monsoon, that 50 mile-per-hour winds are possible, and that the mountain views … [Read more...] about Principles Guiding County Health and Human Services
Why Communication is Essential in the Real Estate Process
We’ve all heard the saying, “No news is good news,” right? Well, not necessarily in the real estate process. While not hearing anything could be deemed as everything is moving along smoothly, it could also mean there are critical dates and deadlines being missed. There should be one person at the helm of the entire escrow/transaction process and typically, that person should be your licensed real estate professional. A lot of companies will enlist the help of a licensed transaction … [Read more...] about Why Communication is Essential in the Real Estate Process
NAU Encouraging Students to Bring Their Aspirations
Twice a year – in the fall and spring – I share an update on the current health and future outlook of Northern Arizona University with students, faculty and staff, the local community, our Regents, supporters and stakeholders. At our Fall Campus Forum, I reported that NAU’s future is bright. Our retention numbers are strong – up 4 percentage points (77.6%, from 73.5% last fall). We have a plan in place to focus recruitment on areas of growth and are strengthening programs to ensure we sustain … [Read more...] about NAU Encouraging Students to Bring Their Aspirations
Soulstice Publishing Makes Its Debut in a Love Letter
A collection of heartbreak and triumph, a grammatically correct scrapbook, a gallery of original watercolor paintings and a distance runner’s training guide, “To Imogene, a Flagstaff Love Letter,” is an artfully illustrated and emotionally fueled book of many books. It chronicles experiences from more than 70 local runners who have been called to the mountain pass that connects Ouray to Telluride, Colorado. From astronomer Nat White’s “Amazing Grace” trombone solo on the abandoned mining … [Read more...] about Soulstice Publishing Makes Its Debut in a Love Letter
Winter Parking Ordinance begins Friday Nov. 1
Coconino County’s annual Winter Parking Ordinance 2017-11 will be in effect between Friday, Nov. 1 and Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The ordinance requires parking restrictions from County maintained rights-of-way during snow season and for the enforcement of parking restrictions either by citation or towing. Between Nov. 1 – April 1 of each year, motor vehicles must be kept clear of County maintained rights of way. Any vehicle parked in prohibited areas reserve the right to be cited or towed at … [Read more...] about Winter Parking Ordinance begins Friday Nov. 1