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SBE Council Chief Economist on Latest Jobs Data

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Today, Raymond J. Keating, chief economist for the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SBE Council), released the following statement in response to the May employment data reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics:   "The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics continues to tell a mixed story on jobs and the U.S. economy.   "The establishment survey pointed to an increase of only 69,000 in employment for the month of May, far below expectations and where job … [Read more...] about SBE Council Chief Economist on Latest Jobs Data

Painful Great Toe Joint

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What Is It Pain and stiffness within the great toe joint can be caused by a number of reasons but the most common is due to overuse of the joint. Over time, the great toe joint becomes achy with limited motion: Hallux Limitus. As this progresses, the joint becomes more stiff and may not move at all: Hallux Rigidus. This degradation of the joint over time will lead to a number of symptoms. Symptoms Pain is usually associated with any motion within the great toe joint. Initially, this may … [Read more...] about Painful Great Toe Joint

City CVB Hiring Marketing Firm

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Off Madison Avenue, a Phoenix-based marketing communications firm, announced today the launch of its newest marketing research and creative strategy campaign for the Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau. Results from the research and subsequent marketing recommendations are aimed at driving more visitors to Arizona’s favorite mountain city. “We chose Off Madison Ave because they had very creative ideas and a detailed outline specifically tailored to our needs,” said Heather Ainardi, … [Read more...] about City CVB Hiring Marketing Firm

Street Maintenance Beginning in Flagstaff

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Paving work on the City’s annual street maintenance program is scheduled to begin today, May 30, 2012.  Streets scheduled for re-paving include: East Old Route 66 from Country Club Drive to Mall Way, Butler Avenue from Continental Drive to Sky View Street, and Fourth Street from Cedar Avenue to Butler Avenue. Pavement milling has already started.  During the paving work, brief closures of side streets and driveways will be required to allow placement, compaction and cooling of the new … [Read more...] about Street Maintenance Beginning in Flagstaff

Flagstaff Music Festival

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The Flagstaff Music Festival will be celebrating its tenth anniversary June 9th and 10th by highlighting some of the region's musical talent.  The Brothers Gow, Wade Lashley & the Rounders, and Sambátuque are among the 11 eclectic acts set to perform at the free, family-friendly event on Heritage Square in historic downtown Flagstaff. Local artists, crafters and other vendors will also be on the Square, along with vendors selling food and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.  … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Music Festival

Ignite Your Inner Positivity

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Often, not only do we forget to make time for ourselves, but we get so caught up in day-to-day life that we get bogged down and simply go through the motions. It’s important to not let yourself (or your loved ones) get overwhelmed by daily activities, responsibilities and expectations that accumulate in the form of stress. Many people don’t realize the impact continued stress can have on the human body. According to the American Psychological Association, stress can manifest itself in a … [Read more...] about Ignite Your Inner Positivity

Finding the Right Wireless

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These days, there are a lot of different choices on how to access the Internet. Here in the northland, you have the choice to use landline/DSL, which has been around for a number of years, or wireless access that has become available over the past five to seven years. Many new mobile options have come about and now provide speeds that rival the traditional landline service, which over the past five years has seen major improvements in quality. When it comes to choosing the right fit for your … [Read more...] about Finding the Right Wireless

Flagstaff Representative Earning Recognition

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Rep. Tom Chabin was recently recognized by the Sierra Club of Arizona and the Children’s Action Alliance, awarding the Flagstaff Democrat top scores on the environment and children’s issues for the 2012 legislative session.   In the Sierra Club’s annual report, The 2012 Arizona Legislature: A Polluter’s Best Friend, Rep. Chabin received an A, making him an Environmental Guardian, for voting consistently to oppose bills that weakened environmental protections. Among the bills … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Representative Earning Recognition