It has been a busy few weeks, with many more to come. I’d like to highlight our trip to Washington, D.C., to meet with our federal delegation as well as many federal offices such as the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Department of Agriculture, Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The purpose of this annual trip is to keep Flagstaff’s needs front and center and to pursue funding for various projects. Councilmember Lori Matthews, … [Read more...] about Communicating Flagstaff’s Needs
When Practice is Fun
Marksmanship is a perishable skill. If you don’t practice, your accuracy, speed and familiarity will diminish. The solution is simple: practice, practice, practice. While it may be difficult to get excited about doing dry fire drills at home, there is an alternative that is both fun and allows you to practice unique skills. Competitive shooting sports are alive and well in Northern Arizona. Almost every Saturday, there is an event happening that can offer both a fun way to practice and … [Read more...] about When Practice is Fun
Outdoor Experience For All Fundraising Gala
If you haven't heard his name, you must live under a rock. He's one of the most accomplished hunters alive today. Not only is he a master of all things wild, but he has also done some seemingly impossible things. Last year, Remi had surgery on his wrist, and rather than use it as an excuse, he learned to shoot a bow with his MOUTH. He used his newly acquired adaptive skills to take several big game animals, including a mature mule deer. Remi is truly an inspiration, and we are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Outdoor Experience For All Fundraising Gala
Mental Health Awareness Month: A Reminder to Take Care of Your Mental Health this Month and Always
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this month is a reminder that taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. The last three years have put a significant strain on people’s mental health, and diagnoses of mental health and substance abuse conditions have increased. According to a Kaiser Family Foundation survey, over 90 percent of Americans believe we are in a mental health crisis. One in five adults in the United States, or over 57 … [Read more...] about Mental Health Awareness Month: A Reminder to Take Care of Your Mental Health this Month and Always
Making Room for Spring or Sale
Spring weather in Flagstaff was in full force in mid-April when Zion Realty’s Lori Anna Harrison hosted a Spring Cleaning and Declutter event. “Everyone has extra furniture and accessories in their home. Today, we had well over 100 people in just a few hours bring items to The Barn Bros to sell. And many people left with new treasures in tow!” Harrison said, noting the importance of decluttering a home to make it more attractive to buyers. FBN Courtesy Photos … [Read more...] about Making Room for Spring or Sale
Construction Underway on Babbitt Ranch Energy Center North of Flagstaff
With a passion to move the state forward with renewable energy while protecting open space, creating jobs, boosting the Northern Arizona economy and planning for generations of Arizonans to come, NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, SRP, Babbitt Ranches and the Arizona State Land Department have announced that construction is underway for the Babbitt Ranch Energy Center. The 161-megawatt (MW) wind project, featuring 50 wind turbines across 669 acres on the CO Bar Ranch about 25 miles north of … [Read more...] about Construction Underway on Babbitt Ranch Energy Center North of Flagstaff
Mixed-Use Elkwood Development to Include Apartments, Retail Shops, Affordable Housing
Wexford Developments (WD) and Wexford Real Estate Investors (WREI) are building Elkwood, Flagstaff’s next mixed-use, multi-family project, designed to bring 224 rental apartment units to Flagstaff. In a groundbreaking ceremony on March 28, builders and local leaders spoke about the need for housing. “We are extremely thrilled that construction is now underway on what is a highly anticipated and much needed new multi-family project for the city of Flagstaff,” said Sam Gordon, co-founder and … [Read more...] about Mixed-Use Elkwood Development to Include Apartments, Retail Shops, Affordable Housing
Quintessential Newsman Trained in a News Field of Dreams
Long before Google, Alexa, Instagram and the internet, news was gathered through miles of legwork and worn-out shoes. A journalist was only as good as the relationships he cultivated and the sixth sense he developed. Reporting and uncovering stories required a tenacious and genuine interest in people, places and things that mattered, and a relentless hunger to know one more thing and to get it right before going to press. Ray Newton, a savvy street kid in the San Francisco Bay area in the … [Read more...] about Quintessential Newsman Trained in a News Field of Dreams
Hospitality Students Take Skills and Soup to Seniors
For those anticipating a career in the restaurant world, perhaps nothing beats a dose of real-life experience to understand how to plan, prepare and present meals. Students at Northern Arizona University’s School of Hotel and Restaurant Management (HRM) received such an opportunity this semester as they hosted a group of residents from The Bluffs of Flagstaff Senior Living Center for a soup tasting. The event was designed to not only serve as a practical experience for students, but also … [Read more...] about Hospitality Students Take Skills and Soup to Seniors
Superhosts Make Flagstaff One of the Most Hospitable Cities
For those who know Flagstaff’s reputation as a friendly city, it is unsurprising that the mountain town’s Airbnb hosts rank No. 3 in the nation for the highest percentage of Superhosts. Superhosts are rated by Airbnb guests as extraordinarily welcoming and experienced at making visitors feel like they belong. According to recent Airbnb indicators, Flagstaff is the third most hospitable city in the United States. With 55% of total Airbnb hosts holding Superhost status, Flagstaff is in the top … [Read more...] about Superhosts Make Flagstaff One of the Most Hospitable Cities