If you are not well versed enough in European politics to quite understand what the European Parliament does, you may be no different than many Europeans. The Parliament does not originate laws – it only revises or blocks laws passed by an unelected body, the European Commission. But that may be enough for supporters of far-right and Eurosceptic parties who garnered the biggest percentage of votes on May 25 in Parliamentary elections held throughout Europe. Followers of those parties blame the … [Read more...] about Does Europe Need Europe?
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Keeping Pharmaceuticals Out of Our Water
When pharmaceuticals such as prescription drugs, over the counter medications and vitamins are flushed down the toilet or disposed of improperly, they can end up in our water systems. Scientists report that the pharmaceuticals found in wastewater used for irrigation will stay in the soil for months. Antibiotics in groundwater affect the natural bacteria and antidepressants can find their way into stream waters. After monitoring three sites in Colorado, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) scientists … [Read more...] about Keeping Pharmaceuticals Out of Our Water
Advanced Laser Cataract Procedure Offered
Robert Mahanti, M.D. of The Eye & Laser Center is now offering laser-assisted cataract surgery in Flagstaff. This technology (one of only several in the state of Arizona) is the latest addition to safely remove cataracts and restore vision. “I am excited to offer our community and patients the newest technology to improve vision with cataract surgery,” Dr. Mahanti said. With the LENSAR laser system, eye surgeons can remove cataracts in a more advanced way with laser assistance. Using … [Read more...] about Advanced Laser Cataract Procedure Offered
Mountain Sports Flagstaff Celebrates 40 Years
After 40 years in business and nearly 35 years since expanding and opening here, Mountain Sports Flagstaff is celebrating these milestones and a local lifestyle in style. Brothers Mark Bruce Lamberson founded the original Mountain Sports – in Casper, Wyo. – in 1973. “We opened up a ski shop,” said Mark Lamberson, Mountain Sports Flagstaff’s owner, remembering the company’s start. “There really was no such thing as outdoor stores. I was 21 and [Bruce] was 19. We started pretty young. I’m still … [Read more...] about Mountain Sports Flagstaff Celebrates 40 Years
Upcoming Auctions to Benefit Non Profits
Full Circle Trade and Thrift created a way to support local nonprofits: the first auction brought 75 people and generate $3000 in sales. The second consignment auction extravaganza will be held Saturday, June 7 and will be hosted by Auctioneer Col. Russ Mann. There will be a preview at 9:00 am, followed by an auction from 10 - 11 am. For future auctions we are seeking antiques, collectibles, furnishings, rugs, accessories, estate items, jewelry, silver, gold, cars, equipment, tools, … [Read more...] about Upcoming Auctions to Benefit Non Profits
Flagstaff Airport Means Jobs
The next time you fly out of Flagstaff, think about the economic impact it has on our community. Your Flagstaff Airport is part of a national and state system of airports. The state system recognizes 83 public use airports that provide more than 57,000 jobs with a payroll of $3.8 billion annually. And the 2007 Airport Master Plan put the economic impact of the Flagstaff Airport at more than $100 million. Overall, in the state of Arizona, there are more than 185,000 people directly employed in … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Airport Means Jobs
Denny’s to Fight Pancreatic Cancer
Flagstaff’s two Denny’s restaurants will join the Phoenix stores for the fight against childhood cancer by partnering with Cookies for Kids’ Cancer, a national not-for-profit dedicated to raising funds for research to develop new, improved treatments for pediatric cancer, the number one cause of death by disease in children in the U.S. Denny’s fourth annual Cookies for Kids’ Cancer fundraising campaign takes place throughout June with the goal of raising $350,000 through the sale of paper … [Read more...] about Denny’s to Fight Pancreatic Cancer
Snowbowl Summer Operations Underway
Arizona Snowbowl has started its summer operations, The scenic chairlift is open 10:00 am – 4:00 pm every Friday, Saturday, Sunday plus two holiday Mondays (May 26 and September 1) during the summer season (Memorial Day Weekend through mid-October). Take in the dramatic scenery of northern Arizona from a bird’s eye view atop an extinct volcano at 11,500 ft (3,500 m). Enjoy hiking, interpretive talks, play a round of disc golf or treat yourself to lunch on the patio with a mountain view. The … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Summer Operations Underway
Businessman’s Products are a Hot Commodity
Imagine quadrupling your bottom line in one year. That is a possibility for Mike Konefal, owner of Flagstaff-based RisingHy. For the 31-year old businessman whose products have been picked up by Sprouts, the future looks better each day. After producing his popular sauces in borrowed spaces, two years ago, Konefal purchased the Tortilla Lady on Fourth Street, where people can find his products easily. In addition to his popular Habanero Hot Sauce, Honey Mustard, Habanero Olive Oil, GreenGo … [Read more...] about Businessman’s Products are a Hot Commodity
Protecting the Flows
A pillar of the mission of the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce is to be a catalyst for community and economic development. Many citizens of Flagstaff can tell you, though, that one of the biggest catalysts for our regional economy is the Colorado River. That is why your Chamber, for the last two years, has been intimately involved in a group called Protect the Flows. Protect the Flows was founded in 2011 as the business voice for the Colorado River. A Denver-based organization, Protect … [Read more...] about Protecting the Flows