Apr. 8 American Roots: The Percival Lowell Concert. In the spirit that Percival Lowell brought to Flagstaff as he sought to bring more culture to the town, the Flagstaff Symphony and partner Flagstaff Friends of Traditional Music welcome the Kruger Brothers. They will perform Music From teh Spring with the Symphony in Ardrey Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about FSO Wraps Up 61st Season
Committed To Serving Up Quality
Many would agree that Paul and Laura Moir are a well-matched couple. As owners of Brix and Criollo restaurants in Flagstaff, they are on the same page with values that have made the establishments popular: excellent service, sustainability and organic offerings. They met in 1996 while working in a Phoenix area restaurant. With college degrees in hand, the couple moved to Denver to try careers in the corporate world. After two years, the experience convinced them that they needed to follow … [Read more...] about Committed To Serving Up Quality
Meet With Supervisor
Apr 5 7-8:30 a.m. at the White Dove Coffee Shop on East Seventh Ave. District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta and County Manager Steve Peru will provide the coffee; you bring questions and concerns. No appointment necessary. … [Read more...] about Meet With Supervisor
Navajo Nation Breaks Ground on Casino
Construction on the Twin Arrows Resort and Casino 20 miles east of Flagstaff is officially underway. Flagstaff Business News attended the groundbreaking and learned predictions for Flagstaff's annual economic impact from the resort casino will be $300,000 annually. The project will be upscale, including a hotel, spa, conference center and golf course in addition to the casino. Hundreds of jobs will be created both during the construction phase and long term. Navajo Nation Gaming … [Read more...] about Navajo Nation Breaks Ground on Casino
NAU Business Students Awarded Prestigious Internship
Two Northern Arizona University students from the W.A. Franke College of Business have been awarded the prestigious Indigo Partners, LLC internship. Brian Kent and Justine Henderson, both accounting majors, were selected after a rigorous interview process. Indigo Partners is a venture capital organization which invests in a number of different areas but has holdings in small airlines in particular. Interns spend a year with the company, traveling the world and helping to evaluate potential … [Read more...] about NAU Business Students Awarded Prestigious Internship
Record Temperatures Keep Businesses Busy
Many homes and businesses are drying out from pipes bursting after this year's record cold temperatures. During one firefighting shift last month, the Flagstaff Fire Department responded to about 40 calls of burst pipes, including 21 businesses. Deputy Fire Chief Jim Wheeler says 2011 has been the worst of his 21 years on the department. He estimates crews responded to nearly 250 structures with water pipe issues since the new year. Flagstaff Fire Department Captain Kevin Wilson said the … [Read more...] about Record Temperatures Keep Businesses Busy
School Funding Discussion
Mar. 31 Coconino Center for the Arts 6:30-8:00 p.m. Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Robert Kelty is presenting a community discussion on the state’s fiscal crisis and its impact on local schools. The meeting will feature Dr. Chuck Essigs of the Arizona Association of School Business Officials, Janice Palmer of the Arizona School Board Association and Dr. Debra Duvall of the Arizona School Administrators. Dr. Essigs is recognized as one of Arizona’s premiere authorities on school … [Read more...] about School Funding Discussion
Learn to Laser Focus
Mar 24 at NACET. 11-1:30 This no cost lunchtime seminar will discuss why clarity, purpose and focus bring energy, velocity and speed into your business. Participants will be introduce to practices that infuse these qualities into business strategies and daily activities. The event will be presented by Miriam Gilbert, founder and Chief Executive of MiriamGroup Executive Advisors, an executive business consulting and coaching firm specializing in technology industries. The … [Read more...] about Learn to Laser Focus
Flagstaff Networking
Mar. 9 “Good Morning Flagstaff” is a facilitated rapid networking event providing you with the opportunity to meet dozens of new prospects. If you’ve ever wondered how the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce helps your business grow through networking, this is the event to attend. Pre-Registration Required by March 1st, $18/members, $25/ prospective new members (one time only). This event is held at the Radisson from 7:30 am to 9:30 am. If you are interested in a table sponsorship or have any other … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Networking
Natural Health Center Grand Opening
Mar. 4 Root Natural Health Grand Opening 6:00-9:00 p.m. The naturopathic medical clinic is focused on providing quality, individualized, integrative health care to the community. The physicians at Root Natural Health take a holistic approach to medicine and believe that health care should focus on treating the underlying causes of illness, not just treating symptoms. Come and meet the doctors and enjoy local artwork, drinks and healthy snacks. 624 N. Humphreys Street, Suite 2 (corner of … [Read more...] about Natural Health Center Grand Opening