David Carpenter of Hope Construction is known as Flagstaff's Green Builder. Well known for his company's quality construction and remodeling projects, Carpenter also works closely with property owners seeking energy audits. (928) 527-3159 or www.hopeconstructionaz.com … [Read more...] about Spotlight Video: Hope Construction
Senator McCain’s Comments on Jobs Act
Senator John McCain, Rand Paul (R-KY) and Rob Portman (R-OH) engaged in a colloquy to discuss the Republican alternative jobs bill -- S. 1720, the Jobs Through Growth Act on the Senate floor. Below is a transcript. SEN. McCAIN: I thank you, Mr. President. I feel it's very important that we spend some time on this issue. I think that all Americans realize that we are in almost unprecedented difficult economic times. That despite efforts that have been made over the … [Read more...] about Senator McCain’s Comments on Jobs Act
Little America’s Big Holiday Plans
The Little America Hotel has been a staple in Northern Arizona for over 38 years. The longevity of this beautiful property comes from a strong dedication to the Flagstaff community, providing great service, a quality establishment and always seeking to establish a tradition of excellence in every facet of business. The Little America Hotel generously contributes to organizations in all of Northern Arizona and constantly looks for ways to lend a helping hand. From donations of pillows to local … [Read more...] about Little America’s Big Holiday Plans
SCORE Sedona
Nov. 16 SCORE Counseling Sedona Chamber of Commerce between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. confidential business counseling from SCORE is available to any small business entrepreneur, whether just starting up a business or working to improve an existing small business. Offered at the Chamber of Commerce’s offices on the fourth Wednesday of each month, you canschedule a one-hour session on any topic of concern to you about your business. Call the Chamber at 204-1123 to schedule your appointment. … [Read more...] about SCORE Sedona
Learn About Brownfields Program
Coconino County and the City of Flagstaff will host the first of two community meetings at 4:30 p.m. today, to gather public feedback on a plan to seek federal grant monies aimed at the upkeep of segments of historic Route 66. Coconino County, Flagstaff and several other communities along Route 66 have formed a coalition to apply for funding through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Brownfields Program, which encourages the reuse of previously developed property and buildings that have … [Read more...] about Learn About Brownfields Program
New Thinking on Heart Disease Prevention
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. There is a growing body of research demonstrating that cholesterol levels are no longer the best indicator of a person's risk for a heart attack or stroke. In fact, half of the people who suffer a heart attack have completely normal cholesterol levels. Recent studies have shown that lowering cholesterol alone had no benefit on preventing a person's first heart attack or stroke. Medical research is showing that far better … [Read more...] about New Thinking on Heart Disease Prevention
NACET Expanding in Prescott and Prescott Valley
The Northern Arizona Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology (NACET), in conjunction with the Northern Arizona Council of Governments (NACOG) and Embry-Riddle University, (ERAU) is working to expand NACET’s presence in Prescott and Prescott Valley. NACET now holds an office location at the Embry-Riddle University Prescott Airport campus and business counseling space at the NACOG Business Assistance Center. NACET is enthusiastic to expand its physical presence in Northern Arizona. The new … [Read more...] about NACET Expanding in Prescott and Prescott Valley
Get to Know Your New Deputy City Manager, Jerene Watson
This month, Mayor Sara Presler has a few questions for Deputy City Manager Jerene Watson, who started working for Flagstaff last month. Mayor: Welcome to Flagstaff! Tell us a little bit about you. Watson: I’ve spent nearly four decades in the workforce – seven years in the private sector and one in the nonprofit environment, six years in Europe and U.S. higher education institutions and 24 years in public service. I’ve worked for Coca Cola USA, the United States Senate, and three state … [Read more...] about Get to Know Your New Deputy City Manager, Jerene Watson
UK Hospital Patient Participating in Gore Clinical Study
W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) is announcing that Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton, is the first medical center in the UK to enroll a patient in the Gore REDUCE Clinical Study. The study is an FDA approved prospective, randomized, multi-center, international trial designed to demonstrate safety and effectiveness of the GORE HELEX Septal Occluder for PFO closure in patients with a history of cryptogenic stroke or imaging-confirmed transient ischemic attack (TIA). The unique study … [Read more...] about UK Hospital Patient Participating in Gore Clinical Study
Making Transactions Happen for Clients
Hospitality: Approximately $11.4 billion in lodging assets sold in the first half of 2011, compared to $4.9 billion in the first half of 2010 (CoStar). Multi-family: Apartment transaction volume surged 132 percent from this time last year until now (Real Capital Analytics). Office: The U.S. office market absorbed 12.0 million square feet in 2011, which is the highest amount of absorption since 3Q07 (Grub & Ellis). Retail: In 2010, there were … [Read more...] about Making Transactions Happen for Clients