How confident can a caped crusader feel without his favorite winter jacket? Fortunately, Booker and his mom, Rachel Miranda, won’t have to go another chilly day without it. Patagonia’s Worn Wear Wagon fixed the broken zipper and Flagstaff’s young superhero is back in action. “This is so great,” said Rachel, sporting her well-worn Patagonia jacket that have had the sleeves replaced for free by the clothing company. “We’re thrilled with the repair!” Currently, the Worn Wear Wagon is … [Read more...] about Worn Wear Wagon Restores Favorite Outdoor Clothing
Sedona is Ranked 3rd in the “Best Small Town Weekend Escape” Contest
USA Today 10Best chose 20 nominees for the "Best Small Town Weekend Escape", all in which have populations under 25,000 and are all within 150 miles of major metros, making them easily reachable whether you fly and rent a car or live nearby. Vote for Sedona to win the best weekend destination once per day until voting ends on Monday, April 25 at 12:00 p.m.Currently Sedona is in 3rd place out of 20! Please share with your fans, followers, subscribers, and guests. VOTE NOW!! … [Read more...] about Sedona is Ranked 3rd in the “Best Small Town Weekend Escape” Contest
Moving Business Puts College Students to Work
Campus Bellhops is the little business that found a niche and filled it. The niche is “moving day” on campus. The Bellhops, who are college students, step in so parents and students do not have to muscle the kids’ belongings up and down from dorm rooms. It works. College students earn a little extra money and parents get a break. “It’s the Uber of moving,” said Justice Walker an employee and a senior at Northern Arizona University. “Everything is done by computer.” Founders … [Read more...] about Moving Business Puts College Students to Work
Tusayan Feeling Left Out of Flagstaff Discussion
A recent resolution by the Flagstaff City Council opposing Tusayan’s plans for development has left Tusayan officials scratching their heads. Tusayan Mayor Greg Bryan and Town Manager Will Wright said they were never invited to participate in the conversations about the resolution, which they found odd since the issue is centered right in their backyard. Plus, they could have accurately explained their plans. The controversy stems from the Town of Tusayan’s proposal to develop a pair of … [Read more...] about Tusayan Feeling Left Out of Flagstaff Discussion
Astrophysicists Listening as Black Holes Collide
Cataclysmic events, like the merger of two massively dense black holes, result in vibrations or ripples in the universe that eventually reach Earth. That is how Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University astrophysicists describe gravitational waves that stretch and compress the fabric of space. “The metaphor that we like to use is that gravitational waves let us hear the universe,” said ERAU physicist Dr. Brennan Hughey. “Most astronomy is done through photons in one way or another – everything … [Read more...] about Astrophysicists Listening as Black Holes Collide
Retired Attorney’s Influence Continuing to Benefit Thousands
A prominent former Flagstaff attorney and community leader, Doug Wall, is still widely known in the greater Flagstaff area even though he retired and now lives in Prescott Valley. Wall is also one of the most honored people who has roots in Flagstaff. Most recently, he was recognized by Northern Arizona University President Rita Cheng for “…many years of service to NAU and later, as a member of the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) for his unwavering support of and contributions to higher … [Read more...] about Retired Attorney’s Influence Continuing to Benefit Thousands
Dialing for Poetry
There is really no way to describe how the idea for a public art project came to the creative mind of Elizabeth Hellstern. “I don’t know. It just came out of the blue,” she said. Hellstern, a Flagstaff writer, was riding along with her partner when she suddenly said to him, “Wouldn’t it be nice if people could go into a telephone booth, dial a number and hear a poem?” Her partner, a sculptor, thought it was a great idea. Grants from the Flagstaff Beautification and Public … [Read more...] about Dialing for Poetry
GiftCard Zen Acquired by RetailMeNot for $22 Million
RetailMeNot Inc., based in Austin, has acquired Giftcard Zen Inc., which started in Flagstaff, for $22 million in cash, plus up to an additional $11 million based on specific performance targets and other requirements. Giftcard Zen is a website where gift cards can be bought and sold at a discounted rate. Founder Aaron Dragushan launched the company out of his Flagstaff home and expanded with a Phoenix office two years ago. "GiftCard Zen shares the same mission with RetailMeNot, to help … [Read more...] about GiftCard Zen Acquired by RetailMeNot for $22 Million
Hensley Values Seasoned Employees
The sale of Golden Eagle Distributors has a silver lining for the 50 workers who faced the possibility of layoffs. Instead of walking papers, which they expected, most have been rehired by Hensley Beverage Company, which recently purchased Golden Eagle. “It’s really refreshing and no pun intended, this is a beer distributor,” said Carol Curtis of the Coconino Career Center. “We don’t always see that happen.” She said that many times in similar situations, the new owners fire the people … [Read more...] about Hensley Values Seasoned Employees
Customer Service is in His Bones… and Eyes
It is not surprising that people in Flagstaff talk about the personalized service provided by Dr. Phillip J. Wong. Besides successfully navigating the changing Flagstaff market for more than 38 years, the eye doctor comes from a family of longtime Flagstaff service providers. “I think the most important thing for a successful business in Flagstaff is that you have to deal with everyone on a personal level. I think that would be true in any market. You have to show patients that you care,” … [Read more...] about Customer Service is in His Bones… and Eyes