Flagstaff Cultural Partners (FCP) is hiring two new Deputy Directors, Elizabeth Vogler and Elizabeth Hellstern, both from Flagstaff, Arizona. Elizabeth Vogler returns to FCP in a new role, Deputy Director of Community Engagement, that will include management of community programs and events, including Flagstaff’s popular First Friday ArtWalk, as well as FCP’s many concerts and performances. Ms. Vogler comes to FCP from her most recent position as Assistant Director at the Arboretum at … [Read more...] about FCP Hiring New Deputy Directors
NAU’s New Program Getting Recognition
Northern Arizona University recently unveiled a new education model called Personalized Learning. The following is an article appearing in Inside Higher Ed. Competency-Based Transcripts Paul Fain Students who enroll in a new competency-based program at Northern Arizona University will earn a second transcript, which will describe their proficiency in the online bachelor degree’s required concepts. The university will also teach students how to share their “competency report” … [Read more...] about NAU’s New Program Getting Recognition
McCain Visiting Northern Arizona
Senator John McCain is in Northern Arizona today, visiting with the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce in addition to a trip to Grand Canyon National Park. U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ) brought together officials from federal and state agencies, sportsmen’s and conservation organizations, for a meeting on efforts to protect and preserve the endangered condor. Among other issues, the meeting highlighted the voluntary programs in Arizona and Utah that incentivize the use of non-lead … [Read more...] about McCain Visiting Northern Arizona
Gardens Fun and Educational
The curiosity children display while playing outdoors is priceless. Exploring insects and wildlife, planting seeds and watching them grow can be a fun and muddy adventure. It can also be educational and healthy, too. Gardening is a great activity in which to get your kids involved. It teaches them responsibility and promotes a caring attitude. Many children find great joy and satisfaction in growing their own vegetables and then serving them up for dinner. Studies show that children who learn … [Read more...] about Gardens Fun and Educational
Business Empowerment Classes Beginning Soon
The Coconino County Community Services Department's Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) program, which assists potential entrepreneurs the fundamentals of jumpstarting their own business, is taking applications for the next series of courses that beginSept. 14. Since the program began in 2012, 49 participants from the county have completed the small business training course and 34 business new businesses have opened their doors. "This program has been a success since it first began," said … [Read more...] about Business Empowerment Classes Beginning Soon
Sprouts Opening This Month
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFM) will open its first store in Flagstaff at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, August 28. Before the store officially opens to the public, two Flagstaff residents will compete for prizes during the Sprouts Sprint on Tuesday, August 27. Neighboring retailers and members of the media are invited to preview the new store from 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, where they can enjoy complimentary food samples and in-store giveaways. “The folks in Flagstaff appreciate and celebrate … [Read more...] about Sprouts Opening This Month
Forest Officials Managing Fire in Northern AZ.
The Cooper Fire on the North Kaibab Ranger District has continued to spread naturally and is now at 50 acres in size. Throughout the past few days, fire managers have been encouraged by the reduction in existing forest ground litter and tree stand densities. Located within the existing Jacob Ryan Vegetation Management Project, the fire is helping to support existing resource objectives for the area such as improved forest health. Fuel reduction on the forest also decreases stand replacing crown … [Read more...] about Forest Officials Managing Fire in Northern AZ.
Conference Center Winning Industry Accolades
Northern Arizona University’s High Country Conference Center has received a slew of industry awards in recognition of its innovation and excellence. The conference center was recently named a “Best of the West” meeting facility by Meetings Focus magazine. The prestigious award recognizes the top 50 conference centers in the western United States, western Canada and Mexico. “It’s an honor to be selected by meeting planners for this distinctive award,” saidMoses DeBord, general manager of … [Read more...] about Conference Center Winning Industry Accolades
CCC Foundation Meeting
Sept. 13th, 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. The Coconino Community College Foundation Annual Meeting, Alumni & Awards Breakfast is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., Friday, Sept. 13. The meeting is a showcase of the impact of scholarships and an opportunity to recognize scholarship recipients and CCC donors. The breakfast, which begins at 7:30 a.m. and is catered by Main Street Catering, will be held in CCC's Lone Tree campus, 2800 S. Lone Tree Road. To register please contact Ashley Gillum at … [Read more...] about CCC Foundation Meeting
Northern Arizona Food Bank Toy Drive Successful
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Toy Bank, the Northern Arizona Food Bank joined the Toys Across America movement, providing toys and games to kids in need in all 50 states.In Flagstaff, a crowd of kids showed up and enjoyed receiving new toys and games. The Toy Bank is a signature program of the Toy Industry Foundation (TIF), the philanthropic organization representing the entire North American toy industry. More than 10 million deserving children in the U.S. and around the … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Food Bank Toy Drive Successful