APS and the City of Flagstaff are partnering to help Flagstaff residents learn easy ways to reduce their energy consumption and save money this winter. APS will be hosting free one-hour workshops where local contractors will show participants how to tackle basic energy-saving projects around the house, which help them lower their energy bills. Each registrant will leave with a kit to perform energy efficiency upgrades at home. One kit is available per household and include items such as a … [Read more...] about APS and City Partnering on Energy Efficiency for Residents
Superintendent of Public Instruction Applauds Additional Funding for Education
Superintendent of Public Instruction Diane Douglas said she is very pleased by reports that Gov. Doug Ducey and legislators will call a special session and that a deal has been reached to settle the ongoing education funding lawsuit. “I strongly support the decision makers who have come together to address the need for increased education funding, including Gov. Ducey and leadership at the Legislature,” said Superintendent Douglas. “I am excited and pleasantly surprised to hear that the … [Read more...] about Superintendent of Public Instruction Applauds Additional Funding for Education
NAU Dean Recipient of Humanities Award
Michael Vincent, Dean of the College of Arts and Letters at Northern Arizona is the 2015 recipient of the Juliana Yoder Friend of the Humanities Award, presented by Arizona Humanities. This award is given annually, and recognizes individuals, organizations or businesses that have made a lasting contribution to the cultural life of their communities through their active support of and involvement in promoting the humanities. Dr. Michael Vincent, Dean of the NAU College of Arts and Letters, is … [Read more...] about NAU Dean Recipient of Humanities Award
Men’s Free Health Care Screening Nov. 7
Men are invited to a specialized health screening from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 7, in the Physicians and Surgeons Office Building located at 77 W. Forest Ave., Flagstaff. The free event includes a prostate, diabetes, cardiovascular and hearing screenings; body mass index measurements and healthy-weight discussion; free flu immunizations and massages; bone, hand and ACL injury prevention information. To make an appointment for the prostate and/or hearing screening, call … [Read more...] about Men’s Free Health Care Screening Nov. 7
Flagstaff’s only emergency pet hospital provides affordable after-hours care
We have all been there – our beloved pets are in need of late night, weekend or holiday veterinary care and the veterinarian clinic is not open. This is especially true in Northern Arizona, where it is common for pets to have an inconvenient run in with porcupines, skunks, javelina, coyotes, snakes, poisonous insects or sustain an injury from being outdoors. That is why a group of veterinarians joined forces to open the area’s only emergency pet hospital – The Veterinary Emergency & … [Read more...] about Flagstaff’s only emergency pet hospital provides affordable after-hours care
Mazda Named NAIPTA General Manager
Erika Mazza has been tapped to fill the newly-created Deputy General Manager position at the Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (NAIPTA). Mazza most recently served as NAIPTA’s Interim General Manager while CEO & General Manager Jeff Meilbeck took a leave of absence to step in as the City of Flagstaff’s Interim City Manager. Prior to that, Mazza was the agency’s Development Director. She joined NAIPTA in October 2011. In her new role, Mazza will continue … [Read more...] about Mazda Named NAIPTA General Manager
Hogan Eco-Retreat Introducing Travelers to Navajoland
Dotted by both juniper and pinyon pines, the landscape is flat, but also consists of pastoral lands that give way to vast sandstone canyons with unobstructed views of Lake Powell, the Echo Peaks and the Vermilion Cliffs. Located on the last mesa before the descent into the town of Page, 12 miles away, this is the home of Shash Dine’ Eco-Retreat, a bed and breakfast business created three years ago by an enterprising couple, Baya and Paul Meehan. This off-the-grid retreat is open year-round … [Read more...] about Hogan Eco-Retreat Introducing Travelers to Navajoland
NAU Invites Community to Campus
It is NAU Homecoming Week with numerous events on campus. The greater Northern Arizona community is invited to Northern Arizona University's Flagstaff campus whether they are alumni or just supporters of higher education. There are many events held on campus this weekend including the NAU Homecoming Parade at 11:00 a.m. Saturday. Numerous family activities will include fun for the kids. This year, the parade will be held on campus. There are numerous free parking options as well. Also, … [Read more...] about NAU Invites Community to Campus
Attracting Bio Science Risk Capital to Arizona
Biotech and Medicine are often touted as the high growth job creation areas for the 21st century. With millions of Baby Boomers retiring every day, it is easy to see why the demand for bioscience/medicine/wellness products and services will be high for a very long time. But, cutting edge companies trying to get new products and services to market face a steep uphill climb. Early-stage companies focused on bioscience and medicine need significant financial capital to start, develop and grow – … [Read more...] about Attracting Bio Science Risk Capital to Arizona
Where’s My Money?
Money is October’s theme at NACET, and our team knows the fears, misconceptions and taboos surrounding this topic. In fact, all of us have had our own experiences, as well as those with clients, and witnessed how stressful managing money matters can be. Even as we plan NACET’s training calendar each year, we are careful with how we present and discuss financial topics – we don’t want to intimidate or overwhelm. But, money is a key tool for growing your business, and owners need systems … [Read more...] about Where’s My Money?