NAU had many reasons to celebrate in 2017. Our outstanding faculty and staff and our strong degree programs placed us in the top 2.9 percent of degree-granting higher education institutions in the world, according to rankings from the Center for World University Rankings. Our team’s dedication earned our university a higher education civic engagement award from the Washington Center, and the American Association of State Colleges and Universities named NAU as a leader in excellence and … [Read more...] about Marking a New Beginning Today
On the Grid – Flagstaff’s Weatherford Hotel
Flagstaff's Weatherford Hotel https://soundcloud.com/user-559986867/on-the-grid-podcast-volume-6 On the Grid with Flagstaff Business News is a monthly podcast delving into timely topics and interviews with guests who help shape the local economy. Weatherford Hotel owners and preservation champions Henry Taylor and Sam Green join FBN Editor and host Bonnie Stevens to discuss highlights of efforts to restore the building and honor Flagstaff’s pioneering past. “Once you tear down the fabric, … [Read more...] about On the Grid – Flagstaff’s Weatherford Hotel
Flagstaff Tackling Traffic Congestion
Anybody who has lived in Flagstaff for a while may well agree: driving on Milton Road during rush hour at the height of tourist season can be frustrating. The same may hold true on Highway 180 from Baderville into town during a holiday weekend in the winter when there is snow. The concerns have been documented and studied and city leadership is well aware of the crowded roadways. The Arizona Department of Transportation, together with the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Northern … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Tackling Traffic Congestion
Why Employees Love Working for Nestlé Purina
Almost anyone who has held down a job has found out that satisfaction with one’s workplace can make all the difference in motivation to get up and out the door each workday. Such may be the case for employees at Nestlé Purina PetCare. For the fifth year in a row, employees at Purina have rated it the best place to work, according to results from the 10th annual Employees’ Choice Award, a list created by Glassdoor, a fast-growing job site that honored the winners for 2018 in an announcement … [Read more...] about Why Employees Love Working for Nestlé Purina
Expanded Air Service Taking Off
In the spring 2018, Flagstaff Pulliam Airport will begin offering non-stop American Airlines flights to and from both Los Angeles and Dallas. Los Angeles flights will start on May 5 and Dallas flights the following month, on June 7. Tickets for both are now on sale. American will use its current 70-seat aircraft for both services, which include first-class options. The services will initially only be available on Saturdays as part of a test run to evaluate long-term viability. The Los Angles … [Read more...] about Expanded Air Service Taking Off
Being Thankful for Flagstaff’s Progress
Hello Flagstaff! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Best wishes to you and yours, I hope we all have a peaceful and joyous season full of love, laughter and light. I’m thankful for the work we’ve been able to do on Flagstaff City Council this year, I’m thankful for my dedicated and conscientious colleagues and profoundly grateful for the incredible staff that keeps our town running. Most of all, I’m thankful for this incredible community. This year, the City Council began work on a … [Read more...] about Being Thankful for Flagstaff’s Progress
Giving the Gift of Bliss, Health, Relaxation
The holidays have arrived and with them come the joys of family, friends, parties and gifts. The holidays can also bring stress and pain – achy shoulders from carrying bags packed full of gifts; tired feet from walking for hours in and out of stores; and sore backs from loading and unloading and getting in and out of the car. But there is a simpler way to give loved ones, friends and coworkers gifts they will really appreciate: Gift cards. Gift cards are more popular than ever this year, … [Read more...] about Giving the Gift of Bliss, Health, Relaxation
HOA Reserve Funds: Are They Good or Bad?
For the most part, CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions) for HOAs require the association to maintain or replace major components found in the common areas. These components range from roads, roofs, siding, exterior paint and landscaping irrigation systems. These components unexpectedly fail from time to time. Associations plan and set funds aside in a reserve fund in order to cover these expenses. Reserve funds are good, and the needed contributions to these funds should not be … [Read more...] about HOA Reserve Funds: Are They Good or Bad?
Talking with Older Drivers: Is it Time to Put On the Brakes?
With winter weather rapidly approaching, unsafe road conditions become more of a reality. These road conditions affect all of us who drive, but they have a particularly significant impact on elderly drivers. Many Americans have expressed concern about the safety of a loved one, due to the growing number of older drivers and today’s driving complexities. These decisions about driving are difficult for older Americans to make on their own. This guide is to help bring about the conversation … [Read more...] about Talking with Older Drivers: Is it Time to Put On the Brakes?
Understanding Brain Controlled Hearing Aids
One of the most difficult situations in which to hear well is to hear one person in a group of loud-spoken people. Not hearing well in the company of friends and family is a quality of life issue. Without the ability to hear what is going on, you tend to withdraw and become isolated. Rather than giving up on social interaction, I recommend that you try a pair of hearing aids. Hearing aids are outfitted with directional microphones to help you focus in a direction you choose. For instance, if you … [Read more...] about Understanding Brain Controlled Hearing Aids