The National Park Service (NPS) today announced plans to dedicate one of the nation’s newest National Historic Landmarks, the 1956 Grand Canyon TWA-United Airlines Aviation Accident Site in Grand Canyon National Park. This site commemorates a horrific airline collision over the Grand Canyon in 1956. On Tuesday, July 8 at 10 a.m. a public dedication ceremony of the National Historic Landmark designation will take place at the Desert View Amphitheater looking out toward the crash … [Read more...] about Commemorating New National Historic Landmark
City’s Emergency Plan
If you have lived in Flagstaff for a few years, you have experienced those tense moments that come from a nearby forest fire. The Slide fire reminded us that disaster is always a possibility. Disaster could be in the form of a fire but it could also come with a train derailment of chemicals or a huge snowstorm. Is there a plan in place? Who is in charge? Shortly after I was elected, I was given a briefing about major emergency operations. There is a thick three-ring binder of … [Read more...] about City’s Emergency Plan
Another Fire in Oak Creek
Residents of Oak Creek Canyon are back in their homes after another fire forced an evacuation yesterday. The Junipine Fire is just south of Junipine Resort in Oak Creek Canyon and has burned about 12 acres. Residents were evacuated during firefighting efforts yesterday, but the evacuation order was lifted at 9:00 p.m. The Red Cross shelter at Sinagua Middle School was reopened to assist displaced people. Crews estimate the fire will be contained today. … [Read more...] about Another Fire in Oak Creek
Firefighters Fueled by Girl Scout Cookies
The San Juan Hotshots were the first on the scene as local Girls Scouts from Troops 61 and 474 delivered nearly 200 boxes of their famous cookies to the Slide Fire Camp. “The girls wanted to thank the firefighters for their hard work and for keeping their communities safe,” said Troop Leader Nikki Lober. The Slide fire that burned more than 21,000 acres started on May 20 north of Slide Rock on the west side of Oak Creek Canyon. During the peak firefighting effort, more than 1,200 firefighters … [Read more...] about Firefighters Fueled by Girl Scout Cookies
Sedona Mixer
July 24th The Sedona Chamber of Commerce July Mixer will be held at the Greg Lawson Galleries. Held the 4th Thursday of most months from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Each mixer is held at a different venue to showcase that member's facilities/services. Twice a year, mixers are tradeshow style, allowing members to purchase an exhibition table and promote their products and services to potential new customers. Each mixer attracts between 125 - 200 attendees. Cost is $10.00 per member and $15.00 for … [Read more...] about Sedona Mixer
Ribbon Cutting
July 9 Ribbon Cutting and reception at Sleep Inn, Flagstaff, Woodlands Village Blvd. 4:30-6:00 p.m. … [Read more...] about Ribbon Cutting
Locavore Neighborhoods
There’s a new word in town! Cultur-vating is the act of “taking local to the next level” – growing your garden with a focus on local fare, embracing plants that are native to your particular region. For many, this growing trend may require a bit of learning, connecting and some balancing of the old and the new – but any good gardener knows that, in the end, you really do reap what you sow. How Well Do You Know Your Neighborhood? Being familiar with your surroundings is an important part of … [Read more...] about Locavore Neighborhoods
Partnerships Benefitting Goodwill of NA
Goodwill Industries of Northern Arizona and Coconino Community College will co-host a C4 Learning Lab on June 18th and 19th, 2014. Based on the Careers through Community Navigation model, featuring seven distinct service programs that contribute to good jobs and the development of human capital within a region, this event will inspire and equip participants with a vision for the future to initiate effective working relationships and efficiently put proven practices to work at the local … [Read more...] about Partnerships Benefitting Goodwill of NA
Meilbeck – Transportation Manager of the Year
Jeff Meilbeck, Executive Director of the Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (NAIPTA) in Flagstaff, has been named the 2014 Community Transportation Manager of the Year. The award was made by the Community Transportation Association of America at its annual Awards Banquet in St. Paul, Minn., in recognition for his efforts to improve mobility options in and around Flagstaff. The award, presented annually at the Association’s national EXPO, recognizes excellence … [Read more...] about Meilbeck – Transportation Manager of the Year
Get Ready to Rodeo!
Dust off yer’ boots the Flagstaff Pro Rodeo will make its debut at the Fort Tuthill rodeo grounds June 27-29th! Although we have had rodeos in the past, this is the very FIRST year for this organization. Many long hours have been put in by the outstanding committee and volunteers to ensure this is an event that will keep patrons coming back year after year. Gates will open every day 2 hours prior to the rodeo performance to allow for shopping, dining, taking a behind the scenes livestock tour, … [Read more...] about Get Ready to Rodeo!