The much anticipated Sustainable Community Indicators Report has been published by SEDI (Sustainable Economic Development Initiative). The report provides over 100 metrics that demonstrate the integration of sustainability concepts and practices into community culture. Metrics within the report are representative of the three core areas of sustainability: social well-being, economic prosperity, and environmental health. The indicators use data from local public, private, and non-profit … [Read more...] about Report Released on Sustainable Community Indicators
Flagstaff Welcoming Martina McBride
Country music star Martina McBride signed autographs and met with members of the Flagstaff community as part of her Eleven Across America tour. She stopped at the Flagstaff Amtrak station and met with some of her Northern Arizona fans yesterday. The Martina McBride Eleven Across America Tour Powered by Amtrak is slated to make 11 stops. Kicking off in Los Angeles, CA; followed by Flagstaff, AZ; Albuquerque, NM; Newton, KS; Kansas City, MO; Chicago, IL; Cleveland, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Welcoming Martina McBride
Sedona Resort Booking Holiday Parties
With the holiday season fast approaching, the Sedona Hilton Resort and Spa has several ideas on planning get-togethers. Why Not Combine Office Christmas Celebrations with Your Last Meeting of the Year? Check out our special Christmas offers or speak to the sales team about your event and you may be able to take advantage of a special Christmas meeting offers whereby your meeting package could incorporate a festive twist to include a delicious three course Christmas dinner, plus the option … [Read more...] about Sedona Resort Booking Holiday Parties
FBN recently spoke with Mark Guard, owner of Guardian Appraisal Services in Flagstaff. Guard has been in business for many years, and seen his industry change significantly since the start of the recession. While lending agencies are changing the way they do business, most people believe honest appraisers are more important to property owners than ever before. What is your business philosophy? Honesty, integrity and knowledge. As an appraiser I am tasked with providing an … [Read more...] about
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County Manager Announces He’s Retiring
Coconino County Manager Steve Peru is announcing his retirement from Coconino County after thirty two years of public service. Peru began his career at Coconino County in 1979 and has held a variety of positions within the county, including Interim County Manager prior to being appointed County Manager in 2006. Peru will remain in Flagstaff and continue his involvement with organizations in the community. “Making the decision to retire from Coconino County was not an easy one,” … [Read more...] about County Manager Announces He’s Retiring
Social Media For Business
Oct. 22 at the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, 101 West Route 66. Northern Arizona SCORE is offering a interactive marketing workshop, “Social Media Strategies for Small Business” in conjunction with their partner, the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce. This event is only $30 for the entire morning (only $25 for Chamber members.) Join Larry Grossman, retired entrepreneur and SCORE Counselor and Nick Koressel, Social Media Consultant, to learn how your business can take advantage of the social media … [Read more...] about Social Media For Business
Fit Kids Arizona Offering Nutrition Advice
In an effort to help children and their families lead healthier and more active lives, Fit Kids of Arizona is hosting its third installment of the “It’s All About Me!” series. This time, “It’s All About Nutrition!” This free, fun-filled event is 4 - 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 13, at the old Flagstaff Middle School Gym, 755 N. Bonito St. (parking and entrance on the north side of the school). For more information, call 928 214-3537. This is an opportunity for families to engage in hands-on … [Read more...] about Fit Kids Arizona Offering Nutrition Advice
Learning Business Basics
Oct. 11 SBDC Business Basics 3000 N. 4th Street, contact for time. This three hour training is designed for individuals interested in starting a business as well as those in business for two or less years. Course topics will include business concept evaluation, marketing, market research, startup costs, sources of capital, insurance, cash flow analysis and cash management. Legal topics effecting businesses will be outlined and included a discussion of business legal structure options, licensing, … [Read more...] about Learning Business Basics
GOP and Democrats at Odds Over Redistricting
Proposed Congressional Map is Fatally Flawed and a Partisan Giveaway to Democrats --Governor calls process Botched Governor Jan Brewer today blasted a new Arizona congressional map preliminarily adopted this week by the Independent Redistricting Commission. “The IRC proposal is simply gerrymandering at its worst,” said Governor Brewer. “This unaccountable, unelected Commission has misused its authority to draw a congressional map that is every Democrat’s dream. In doing so, … [Read more...] about GOP and Democrats at Odds Over Redistricting
NAU Researchers Study Evolutionary Fish Jumping
Research sometimes means looking for one thing and finding another. Such was the case when biology professor Alice Gibb and her research team at Northern Arizona University witnessed a small amphibious fish, the mangrove rivulus, jump with apparent skill and purpose out of a small net and back into the water. This was no random flop, like you might see from a trout that’s just been landed. The rivulus seemed to know what it was doing. They hadn’t expected to see that behavior, even from a … [Read more...] about NAU Researchers Study Evolutionary Fish Jumping