Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is announcing that it invested more than $6 million in almost 800 nonprofits and schools in Arizona in 2011. Wells Fargo team members contributed more than $2.4 million of the total in addition to almost 100,000 volunteer hours to help their neighborhoods and communities succeed. “There are many families and individuals in our communities who have been affected, in some way, by the current economic challenges, and I am … [Read more...] about Wells Fargo Invests in Northern AZ Nonprofits
Governor Signing State Budget
“Today, I proudly signed into law a conservative and comprehensive budget plan that adds real resources to our State’s most critical programs, while setting aside dollars for the fiscal challenges that lay ahead. I applaud and commend legislators of both chambers who worked with me in good faith to make this possible. “It is worth remembering how far we’ve come together. When I took office in January 2009, the State of Arizona faced an estimated budget deficit of nearly $3.5 billion … [Read more...] about Governor Signing State Budget
Assisting Seniors and Medications
Persons over the age of 65 make up over 13 percent of the population of the United States, but they receive more than 30 percent of prescriptions filled. Seniors in general have more medical problems that require them to take medications, sometimes for numerous conditions. In the U.S. each year, almost 100,000 people above the age of 65 years are admitted to hospitals because of emergencies caused by adverse drug events. According to the study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine by … [Read more...] about Assisting Seniors and Medications
Military Museum ReOpening for the Season
Fort Tuthill's Military Museum is open again for its eight season. A flag raising ceremony was held over the weekend with a display of weapons y C Company First Battalion 158th Infantry. Army ROTC Cadets from Northern Arizona University were on hand along with the Coconino High School Junior ROTC Battalion. The museum offers individuals and families a wealth of information on the military history of Arizona's 158th Infantry Regiment, including Fort Tuthill's role as the training site for the … [Read more...] about Military Museum ReOpening for the Season
College Presidents Paying for Scholarship
Two higher education leaders who set the standard for community college and university collaboration have taken another significant step to support student success. Northern Arizona University President John Haeger and Coconino Community College President Leah Bornstein have introduced the CCC2NAU President’s Scholarship, a fund that will support students who attend both institutions on their path to earn a bachelor’s degree. “The partnership between Northern Arizona University and … [Read more...] about College Presidents Paying for Scholarship
Grand Canyon Shuttle Service Resuming
The National Park Service (NPS) will again offer shuttle bus service between Grand Canyon National Park and the neighboring town of Tusayan, Arizona in 2012. The Tusayan Route shuttle will be available from May 12 through September 7 and will run at 15-minute intervals between 8 a.m. and 9:30 p.m., daily. Each day, the first bus will leave Tusayan at 8 a.m. from the IMAX, while the first bus will leave the Grand Canyon Visitor Center at 8:30 a.m. The last buses will leave both Tusayan and … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Shuttle Service Resuming
Flagstaff Business News recently asked Holly Nester of Personal Care Physical Therapy to be our Spotlight. After a decade in practice, Nester serves many types of people with varying types of ailments. She also travels to businesses in the region to improve occupational safety and help people maintain productivity through ergonomics. Nester's practice is located at 2100 East Cedar Avenue in Flagstaff. Why did you decide to pursue a career in physical … [Read more...] about
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Five Finalists Named for Police Chief
Five finalists have been invited to in-person interviews for the job of Chief of the Flagstaff Police Department. The City of Flagstaff received 52 applications and conducted phone interviews with 15 candidates prior to selecting the six finalists, one who asked to be removed from consideration. The finalists include: Matthew Hamner is currently employed as Major-Chief’s Executive Officer for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, Indiana. He has worked for the Indianapolis … [Read more...] about Five Finalists Named for Police Chief
Lawmakers Poised to Pass AZ Budget
The Arizona Legislature has approved a budget for the upcoming year which slightly boosts spending and replenishes the state's rainy day fund. There is nearly $90 million in new education spending for K-12. The $21 million for the university system includes $15 million for Northern Arizona University and ASU to bring per pupil funding to U of A levels. The budget plan's increased education provides $40 million for early childhood education and literacy and $15 million for school … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Poised to Pass AZ Budget
Infant CPR and Safety
May 15 6-8:30 p.m. Flagstaff Medical Center’s Childbirth Education Department, in partnership with North Country HealthCare and Flagstaff Exchange Club are offering a free American Heart Association Family and Friends Infant CPR and Safety Class. The free class is offered at the North Country HealthCare Learning Center, 2920 N. 4th St., Flagstaff. The program is a two-and-a-half-hour safety course designed for parents, family, friends and caregivers of infants from newborn to … [Read more...] about Infant CPR and Safety