The lively real estate market and lifestyle/work environment changes resulting from the pandemic may leave some feeling like life is a deck of cards thrown into the air. For those people and anyone else needing support with relocating, Two Men and a Truck (TMT) is ready to help sort out the chaos by making moving easier. With growth and expansion occurring in the professional moving industry, a franchise operation of the moving company opened in East Flagstaff this spring. “We are … [Read more...] about Helping People on the Move
Solar Co-Op Launches for Northern Arizona Residents
The cities of Flagstaff and Sedona and Coconino County have partnered with non-profit group Solar United Neighbors (SUN) to launch the second Northern Arizona Co-op. The co-op will help residents go solar. This co-op follows the launch of the first Northern Arizona Co-op in 2021. That group reached 225 member households and is Solar United Neighbors’ most successful co-op in Arizona to date. The second Northern Arizona Co-op provides a new opportunity for residents to take advantage of the … [Read more...] about Solar Co-Op Launches for Northern Arizona Residents
Jeweler Kari Rauch Designs with Nature
Cactus skeletons, rattlesnake skin and shed lizard scales may seem unusual in the context of high-end jewelry, but for Sedona jeweler Kari Rauch of KD Steele Designs, they are the bedrock of her designs. Since moving to Sedona in 2005, Rauch has found her niche featuring one-of-a-kind pendants, rings, bracelets and beaded treasures. Her process both maintains and refreshes the spirit of the area, reflecting the contemporary Southwestern aesthetic. “The patterns I come across on my daily … [Read more...] about Jeweler Kari Rauch Designs with Nature
Turning Dreams into Wine
Early morning reflections mirrored in the flourishing pond at Clear Creek Vineyard & Winery suggest a perfect terroir – a French term pertaining to a region’s climate, soil and terrain that affects the taste of the wine. With grape vines stretching across most of his 10 acres in Camp Verde, Clear Creek Vineyard & Winery Owner Ignacio Mesa has cultivated sustainable solutions for his viticulture paradise. He purchased the land in 1998. Today, he produces about 1,150 cases of red and … [Read more...] about Turning Dreams into Wine
Moonwalker Harrison Schmitt to Headline Flagstaff’s Fourth of July Parade
Monday, July 4 will see the return of Flagstaff’s annual Fourth of July parade. Serving as grand marshal will be Moon-walking legend Harrison Schmitt, who 50 years ago became the 12th and second to last person to walk on the Moon. Dr. Harrison “Jack” Schmitt is a trained geologist who has spent most of his life serving the United States in one capacity or another. He is perhaps most famous for flying to the Moon in 1972, with Gene Cernan and Ron Evans, as part of the Apollo 17 mission. He … [Read more...] about Moonwalker Harrison Schmitt to Headline Flagstaff’s Fourth of July Parade
Pilot Fish May Help You Make the Big Catch
Experiencing the gentle, colorful tropical world under the sea off Maui’s scenic Honoapi’ilani Highway feels like you’re in a Disney mermaid movie, unless you’re snorkeling with someone who delights in taking you to places to see some really interesting creatures. Hawaii’s Sandra Romer is one such snorkeler. She can free dive to depths way beyond normal human ear pressure tolerance, doesn’t get cold or wrinkly in the ocean and can hold her breath for, like, half an hour. If you’re going to … [Read more...] about Pilot Fish May Help You Make the Big Catch
Volunteers, Projects Helping to Prepare for Wildfire, Flood Season
Fire season is upon us early this year, to disastrous effects. Volunteer efforts helping to clear debris and assist those impacted have seen large turnouts and I want to thank all those who are helping our neighbors through this time of struggle. The City of Flagstaff has been preparing heavily for wildfire and flood season, cutting through bureaucratic red tape to get things done quickly. Two major projects in the Sunnyside neighborhood - Killip Elementary Detention Basin and the Dortha … [Read more...] about Volunteers, Projects Helping to Prepare for Wildfire, Flood Season
Honoring Entrepreneurial Thinking, Acting
The City of Flagstaff and APS are presenting Moonshot’s 2nd Annual Shoemaker Awards. The invitation-only dinner and awards banquet will take place on June 17 at Little America Hotel. This annual inspirational and entertaining event celebrates stellar moonshot-thinking entrepreneurs from Flagstaff and across Arizona. The 2021-22 Moonshot AZ Pioneer Pitch winners from around the state will present their ideas/products during the cocktail reception for the final round and a chance to win $10,000 … [Read more...] about Honoring Entrepreneurial Thinking, Acting
Arizona Rangers Keeping Order, Continuing Western Tradition
ARIZONA HERITAGE! Feared by bad guys and respected by all, the highly skilled Arizona Rangers continue their Arizona Territory tradition of answering the call when they are needed. You'll see them at parades, festivals, air shows and in schools – to keep the order and back up law enforcement. Meet two of these brave and dedicated volunteer public servants from Arizona High Country Ranger Company on Zonie Living! Watch now at https://starworldwidenetworks.com/.../arizona-rangers... … [Read more...] about Arizona Rangers Keeping Order, Continuing Western Tradition
Flagstaff Pro Rodeo Offering Traditional Western Events for All Ages
Dust off your boots, the Flagstaff Pro Rodeo is quickly approaching its ninth anniversary, June 23-25, at Fort Tuthill Park in Coconino County. This event is great summer entertainment for the entire family! It offers old-fashioned rodeo fun with saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, barrel racing, team roping, bull riding, bareback riding and tie-down roping. A crowd favorite is the sheep riding, or mutton busting, for kids under 8 years of age and weighing less than 50 pounds. Youngsters can … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Pro Rodeo Offering Traditional Western Events for All Ages