In the past 24 hours, Arizona saw nine new wildfire starts. Two of the southwest region’s largest fires are burning here, having consumed 755,385 acres, and making the state a top priority for fire suppression. To keep new fire starts from spreading, Arizona’s State Forestry mobilized its Arizona All Hazard Incident Management Team to strategically place crews around the state for Initial Attacks. “With thousands of firefighters working on those big fires in Arizona, the state has … [Read more...] about Arizona Fires Remain Nation’s Top Priority
New Director of Revenue Named
Governor Jan Brewer today named John Greene the new Director of the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR). Mr. Greene has been appointed to replace outgoing Director Gale Garriott, who is leaving to pursue a position outside state government. Garriot’s departure is effective June 29, 2011. “I am very happy to announce the appointment of John Greene. He brings with him an extensive and credentialed background. I am expecting great things from John in this new role,” said Governor Brewer. “I … [Read more...] about New Director of Revenue Named
Concerns Over Redistricting
Message from Carl Taylor, Coconino County District One Supervisor: I wanted to make sure that you are aware that the County supervisorial districts have to be redrawn as a result of the census results. This is a requirement of the Dept. of Justice and is quite involved. Salient guidelines are as follows: 1. Draw districts of equal population. A deviation of up to 5% is allowable, but less is better. 2. Do not dilute the voting strength of racial and/or language minority groups. 3. … [Read more...] about Concerns Over Redistricting
ABOR Supporting Flagstaff Economy
The Arizona Board of Regents will wrap up a two-day meeting in Flagstaff this afternoon. After yesterday's meeting, one of the regents told FBN, the governing body is continuing to support the community as an economic driver for the region. He also talked about the Health and Learning Center with construction wrapping up this summer. The project has created about 3500 jobs and employed numerous local contractors, along with firms from outside the city. At yesterday's meeting, the board … [Read more...] about ABOR Supporting Flagstaff Economy
Why Relationship Marketing Matters
July 8, Cindy Dawn May will present a no cost lunch seminar discussing business growth through relationship marketing and maximizing profits. To register for the interactive seminar, call 928) 213-9234 Cindy May also plans to cover: Simple, Quick and Easy Ways to incorporate the Power of Relationship Marketing Without Spending a Dime! Five Simple Secrets to Building and Maintaining Business Relationships that Deliver How to Create Long Lasting Customer … [Read more...] about Why Relationship Marketing Matters
Partnership Providing Job Opportunities
William West is standing at the end of a Safeway checkout line, quickly stuffing groceries into paper bags. The customer today is particular, but friendly, asking for her eggs in a plastic bag, and requesting help out to her car. “I can do that, ma’am,” William politely replies, as he pushes her cart away. Just a typical scene at a local grocery store, right? Not exactly. William is a soon-to-be graduate of Flagstaff High School, and he’s going through a unique new training program at … [Read more...] about Partnership Providing Job Opportunities
Captain, May I ?
Remember the game we all played as kids, where to make a move, you had to wait for direction and then ask for permission? It seems like a lesson many of us learned well enough to carry into our adulthood and professions. But recently, a friend shared that she and her husband will be following their dream and passion to open a new restaurant in town. And since then, I have been mulling the question of courage. It takes a good deal of courage to go out on your own and leave the security of a … [Read more...] about Captain, May I ?
SCA Helping Disaster Victims
It's been an active year for disaster relief, and SCA has been on scene at the country's most significant natural disaster of the year: the Alabama tornados. About 300 people were killed when tornados ripped through the south nearly two months ago. As communities continue work on cleanup and rebuilding, SCA has been helping with efforts. SCA, a global hygiene and paper company with a manufacturing facility in Cherokee, Alabama, at the Barton Industrial Park, took immediate action to … [Read more...] about SCA Helping Disaster Victims
Golf Tournament Celebrating Mike terrin
Friends of Lt. Mike Terrin host inaugural memorial tournament to benefit a named scholarship for 100 Club The 100 Club of Arizona is to be a beneficiary in an inaugural golf tournament being held on July 23, 2011 at the Flagstaff Ranch Golf Club. The Friends of Mike Terrin will be hosting this tournament in memory of the late Lieutenant Mike Terrin of the Flagstaff Police Department, who lost his life in April 2010 from liver cancer. Lt. Terrin led a long and distinguished career of … [Read more...] about Golf Tournament Celebrating Mike terrin
Mix Offers New Dining Option
People are discovering, "Mix," Flagstaff's new downtown restaurant. Located in the Old Town Shops, Mix offers a really fresh breakfast lunch and dinner menu. You start your experience at Mix by filling out sheet describing what you want. For example, an omelette order could include your favorite veggies, meats and cheese. For lunch and dinner, have a custom salad or sandwich made up to please your unique palette. Mix offers organic and natural products with more than 30 different … [Read more...] about Mix Offers New Dining Option