APS and SRP have extended their offer to save Arizona residents money by offering an energy audit for only $99 (regularly $299) through 2012. This offer is available to all APS and SRP customers statewide. “Energy efficiency upgrades are so affordable right now with the current offers going on,” said Scottsdale resident Brian Carpenter, “and we are thrilled with the impact the upgrades have had on our utility bills.” Carpenter used local contracting firm GreenModel to upgrade his … [Read more...] about AZ Energy Audit Program Extended
Technology Security Tips
Jan. 17 Flag Tech Talk Kickstand Cafe, 6 p.m. Basic Security Tips to Keep You Safe Presented by Joe Bodin of Flagstaff Central.com, This month, Flag Tech Talk is going to be Flag Tablet Talk! The iPad started the trend and there are now dozens of tablets out there. What is the big deal? Should I buy one? What do I do with the one I just got for Christmas? We will talk about iPad's versus Android tablets. We will discuss the things tablets do well and not so well. Tablet features, apps, … [Read more...] about Technology Security Tips
Tip-A-Cop Special Olympics Fundraiser a Success
Staff members from the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office, Flagstaff Police Department and Grand Canyon National Park Service send their appreciation to the many community members that made the recent Tip-A-Cop fundraiser at Taverna Greek Grill a huge success. The event occurred on January 9, 2012 and over $1,400 was raised for Arizona Special Olympics. This event is just one of several that are sponsored by law enforcement agencies and local businesses that help support our local Special Olympics … [Read more...] about Tip-A-Cop Special Olympics Fundraiser a Success
Mixed Reactions to Ban on New Uranium Mining
Conservation groups are applauding the Obama administration’s final decision this week, protecting 1 million acres of public land around Grand Canyon National Park from new uranium mining. Today’s Interior Department “record of decision” establishes a 20-year ban on new uranium mining and mining of current claims without valid permits across 1 million acres (more than 1,500 square miles). The ban will protect Grand Canyon’s springs and creeks, as well as imperiled species like the humpback chub, … [Read more...] about Mixed Reactions to Ban on New Uranium Mining
Southwest Windpower Hiring Mayor Presler
Southwest Windpower, the world’s leading producer of small-scale wind generators for electricity generation announced today that it has hired Flagstaff Mayor Sara Presler as General Counsel. “As we grow through the development of business alliances and international expansion we now have sufficient needs for legal support to justify bringing much of our legal work in-house. We are fortunate to be able to attract someone of Sara’s caliber to join the Southwest Windpower team,” said … [Read more...] about Southwest Windpower Hiring Mayor Presler
Treating Hand Arthritis
What is Arthritis? Arthritis refers to a joint in the body being inflamed. The normal joint has cartilage-capped bones that articulate, or move in relation to each other. The cartilage plus the synovial fluid, which lubricates the joint, allows the joint surfaces to move past each other without friction. The cartilage surfaces can wear thin or wear completely through to the underlying bones. This causes irregular surfaces that rub against each other, causing pain, inflammation, swelling and … [Read more...] about Treating Hand Arthritis
NAU Getting New Dean for Business College
Craig Van Slyke, associate dean for Academic Programs at the John Cook School of Business at Saint Louis University, has been selected as the dean of The W.A. Franke College of Business at Northern Arizona University, effective July 1. Van Slyke said NAU's focus on increasing access to undergraduate education and the potential for growth within The W.A. Franke College of Business attracted him to the role. “As a first generation college student myself, I know the impact that a university … [Read more...] about NAU Getting New Dean for Business College
Flagstaff Business News recently had the opportunity to talk with Dr. Rich Petke, NMD. He is the principal physician at All Ways Health, PLLC, a naturopathic family medical practice. Dr. Petke's practice is a holistic look at individuals compared to just treating a specific symptom. The current political and economic climate present challenges for today's health care practitioners, as Dr. Petke describes below. 1) What is your philosophy for providing service for Northern Arizonans? Be … [Read more...] about
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Governor Remembering Navajo Code Talker
“This week, Arizona said goodbye to a hero in every sense of the word. Pfc. Keith Little, President of the Navajo Code Talkers Association and one of its most prominent remaining members, passed away in Fort Defiance at the age of 87. “Pfc. Little joined the Marines when he was 17, stirred to service by the shocking attack on Pearl Harbor and guided by his passion to protect and serve this nation. He was one of hundreds of Navajos recruited by the Marine Corps and trained to use the code … [Read more...] about Governor Remembering Navajo Code Talker
Congressman Paul Gosar Changing Districts
U.S. Representative Paul Gosar is announcing he will seek reelection in a district other than his home base of Flagstaff. Arizona's districts have been re-drawn, putting the GOP stronghold of Yavapai County in District Four and creating a more competitive Congressional District One. Gosar will face Pinal County Sheriff Paul Babeu, and possibly State Senator Ron Gould of Lake Havasu City. One-term Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick has been campaigning for her former position since just after … [Read more...] about Congressman Paul Gosar Changing Districts