(Flagstaff, Ariz. – August 27, 2014) – Derrick Watchman, CEO of Navajo Gaming (The Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise) announced that Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort has earned the Three Green Globes™ environment rating from the Green Building Initiative for its energy efficient building, sustainable operational practices and stunning architecture. "Navajo Gaming pursued the Green Globes designation because we are a leader in this arena and we provide a distinctively Navajo experience for our … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona’s Only Four Diamond Resort Casino Earns Environmentally Sustainable Building Designation
Traveler in Concert at The Arboretum at Flagstaff, September 6, 2014
FLAGSTAFF, AZ –The Arboretum at Flagstaff and Flagstaff Arts Council announce Traveler in concert at The Arboretum. Musical performances take place under the shade of the cool pines with a view of the San Francisco Peaks, rain or shine. The concert will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2014. Traveler’s sound is an innovative fusion of World Music and Rock. Using traditional ethnic instruments combined with all the power of a full-blown rock band, their performances are … [Read more...] about Traveler in Concert at The Arboretum at Flagstaff, September 6, 2014
Arizona Snowbowl Ramps Up Efforts to Thank August 29-September 5 Holiday Blood Donors
United Blood Services: All Blood Types Needed, but O-Negative is Always in Greatest Demand Aug. 26, 2014 – Northern Arizona – United Blood Services and the Arizona Snowbowl are ramping up efforts to increase blood donations around the Labor Day holiday. Donate at any blood drive Aug. 29 – Sept. 5 in Flagstaff or Munds Park and receive a voucher for a ride on the Scenic Chairlift, courtesy of the Arizona Snowbowl! Blood donations typically decline by up to 25% during holiday weeks, but … [Read more...] about Arizona Snowbowl Ramps Up Efforts to Thank August 29-September 5 Holiday Blood Donors
Understanding Negative Vehicle Equity
Most people know the effects of having negative (upside down) equity, especially after seeing the housing market crash and realizing homes were worth less that the mortgage owed. However, many people do not understand how negative equity affects their current and future car purchasing decisions. Many customers base their decision on the selling price of the vehicle and negotiate as if they are paying cash at the time of sale, even though they are a payment buyer. Other customers base their … [Read more...] about Understanding Negative Vehicle Equity
Just Do It! Wear the Hearing Protection
The most common cause of permanent hearing loss is noise exposure. That being said, unless you live in a perfectly quiet world, it is likely that you are exposing your hearing organ (cochlea) to excessive vibration. We hear through vibration and vibration is what causes the damage! It is a Catch-22. The Hearing Organ is Fragile The cochlea is the size of a green pea, curled like a snail and filled with fluid. Inside this tiny sophisticated organ are rows of nerves that sit on a membrane that … [Read more...] about Just Do It! Wear the Hearing Protection
New Flagstaff Eateries Bringing Added Historic Restoration to Downtown
Proper Meats + Provisions, a new neighborhood butcher shop and casual eatery set to open this month, is one of a slew of new eateries and restaurants that is bringing renovation to downtown Flagstaff historic buildings. Opening in a Southside building listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it will be the first butcher shop in the state to offer exclusively farm-raised meats from Arizona, like beef from Babbitt Ranches. The Arizona-raised meatery is the long-planned dream of the … [Read more...] about New Flagstaff Eateries Bringing Added Historic Restoration to Downtown
Renaissance Projects Giving Winslow a Fresh Face; Streetscapes, Art, Trees and Historic Preservation Breathe New Life Into Route 66 Town
A mere 54 minutes and 58 miles east of Flagstaff, the town of Winslow is close in proximity but far away in mood and landscape to the university atmosphere and tall ponderosa forests of its bigger mountain-town neighbor. Located on a desolate but strangely lovely stretch of plains, desert grassland and shrubs along Interstate 40, Winslow is in Navajo County and has a population of about 10,000, according to the 2010 census. An Illustrious Past Winslow was named for Edward F. Winslow, … [Read more...] about Renaissance Projects Giving Winslow a Fresh Face; Streetscapes, Art, Trees and Historic Preservation Breathe New Life Into Route 66 Town
Audio Guides Connecting Sightseers to AWWEsome Wildlife
“What’s really neat about the Flagstaff area is that the forest is in town – so people don’t have to go very far to see wildlife,” said Forest Service biologist Loren LeSueur in the introduction to a new series of audio guides to wildlife watching in and around Flagstaff. Guided walks to see local wildlife have proven popular in recent years. The Arboretum at Flagstaff’s summer Saturday morning bird walks led by Northern Arizona Audubon Society volunteers, along with additional tours of sites … [Read more...] about Audio Guides Connecting Sightseers to AWWEsome Wildlife
Arizona Winemakers Boost Agriculture and Tourism
Sipping boutique blends in the tasting room at Cornville’s Page Springs Cellars and mulling over what to sample next, it is easy to grasp the magnetism of Arizona’s wine industry for the 70 percent of visitors who average $71 on food and merchandise and spend $70 more to walk away with 3.3 bottles of the red, white or sweet. Equally intriguing is the industry’s $37.6 million in direct, indirect and induced economic contribution, $5.9 million in indirect business taxes, 265 direct jobs and 140 … [Read more...] about Arizona Winemakers Boost Agriculture and Tourism
Flagstaff Forty Honors Former Executive Bob Millis, Recruiting New CEO
Flagstaff Forty Honors former Executive Bob Millis, Recruiting New CEO August 13, 2014 - Flagstaff Forty honored Robert Millis during its annual meeting in June recognizing his five years of service as Executive Director. Following an exemplary career as the Director of Lowell Observatory, Millis served as a volunteer executive for Flagstaff Forty since 2009. During his tenure he lead the organizations’ successful effort on legislative redistricting and the strategic emphasis on STEM education. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Forty Honors Former Executive Bob Millis, Recruiting New CEO