Today, the Forest Service selected its contractor for the largest stewardship contract in the agency’s history. The contract will result in 300,000 acres of restoration-based thinning over 10 years, improving forest health, reducing the risk from wildfire to communities, creating jobs, and improving local economies. This contract represents the culmination of many years of collaborative work between the Forest Service and more than 30 stakeholder organizations. It is the first … [Read more...] about Largest Forest Stewardship Contract Awarded
Sedona’s Zaki Gordon Film Weekend
May 25- 27 12th Annual ZGI Short Films Festival Enjoy two full days of independent short films, a special feature presentation and the Career and Gear Fair on Friday night. Presented by the Zaki Gordon Institute for Independent Filmmaking – Sedona’s Film School. Zgi-yc.com (928) 649-4257 … [Read more...] about Sedona’s Zaki Gordon Film Weekend
Verizon Naming New President of SW Region
Verizon Wireless has named Andrés Irlando president of its Southwest Region, replacing Brian Danfield who has been named vice president, sales operations in the company’s national headquarters in Basking Ridge, NJ. As regional president, Irlando is based in Chandler, Ariz. and is responsible for the company’s sales, operations, financial performance and customer experience in Arizona, New Mexico, Las Vegas, Nevada, El Paso, Texas and the southern Utah markets of St. George and Cedar … [Read more...] about Verizon Naming New President of SW Region
Mountain Line Operator Wins Competition
Veteran Mountain Lift operator Bernice Tullie took home the top prize at the recent Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Rural and Tribal Transportation Roadeo. Tullie’s victory marks NAIPTA’s first-ever win at the Transportation Roadeo, which gives bus operators from systems across the state the opportunity to demonstrate their skills and knowledge at an elevated level. Tullie took fifth place in the competition last year, but her work on the written test, pre-trip inspection test, … [Read more...] about Mountain Line Operator Wins Competition
Arizona’s Centennial
April 25 Celebration of Arizona's First 100 Years at the Olde Sedona Bar and Grill. There will be a lunch buffet with CharlesSchnudson presenting: “The 1912 Presidential Campaign.” The discussion will be followed by a discussion of “The Future of Education in Arizona” featuring Fred DuVal, Tom Chabin and Jim Ledbetter. RSVP by calling 928-203-5858 … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Centennial
Crews Progressing on Twin Arrows Casino
Construction crews are making progress on the Twin Arrows Navajo Casino north of Interstate 40 between Flagstaff and Winslow. The casino is a joint venture between the Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise Board, Navajo Nation staff, chapter officials and tribal members. Recruitment opportunities will begin this summer. Photo by Michael Bielecki … [Read more...] about Crews Progressing on Twin Arrows Casino
Strong Turnout for Candidates Forum
The Coconino Center for the Arts was full of constituents who came to hear the candidates talk about their stances. Mayoral candidates Jerry Nabours and Al White started off by answering questions from moderator John Stark, KNAU general manager. The topic for the debate was "Nonprofits and the Community," although there was a wide variety of topics from public-private partnerships to which books were on the candidates' bedside tables. After a short break, the mayoral hopefuls stepped down … [Read more...] about Strong Turnout for Candidates Forum
Understanding Relative Data
Mar. 23 John Stigmon will present the Buxton Report, giving an in-depth look at household demographic and psychographic data related to our community in clear understandable terms. Stigmon will also demonstrate a tool available to businesses in the comity so they can access further information tailored to their enterprise. Held at NACET, 11:30-1:00 p.m. 2225 N. Gemini Dr., Flagstaff. … [Read more...] about Understanding Relative Data
FlagUp
Mar. 15 Plaza Bonita 1551 South Milton Road, 5:30 p.m. Join other technology minded Flagstaff residents who get together every month to share the latest news and happenings in social and technology. This month’s host is Fizz Bath Shop at http://www.fizzbathshop.com. For more info search #FlagUp on Twitter. … [Read more...] about FlagUp
Winslow Chef Wins Another Accolade
John Sharpe, of The Turquoise Room at Winslow's La Posada Hotel and Gardens, has made the semifinalists' list of Best Chef's released by the James Beard Foundation. The not for profit foundation's purpose is to celebrate, nurture and preserve America's diverse culinary heritage and future. Sharpe, who was first recognized for his culinary skills as a teenager in England, has been celebrated by patrons from around the world. Finalists for the James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chefs … [Read more...] about Winslow Chef Wins Another Accolade