United Way of Northern Arizona (UWNA) has launched its Annual Campaign, kicking off an effort to raise $1.2 million for programs that promote early childhood development, foster positive youth development, and ensure basic needs are met for those living in Coconino, Navajo, and Apache counties. “I’m very excited and energized about the theme of this year’s campaign – Leading the Way – because it reflects United Way of Northern Arizona’s innovative spirit,” said UWNA President and CEO Liz … [Read more...] about United Way of Northern Arizona Kicks Off $1.2 Million Campaign
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A Pet-Friendly Mountain Town
Flagstaff has done very well in 2024 when it comes to receiving high ratings as a great location for pets, especially dogs. The city has long been praised by visitors and residents alike, renowned for refreshing high-mountain air, pristine skies, adventurous foot trails and welcoming restaurants and accommodations. The bounty of these gifts has also benefited the happiness and health of the countless pets that both live here or visit the town. Earlier in the year, a USA Today Blueprint study … [Read more...] about A Pet-Friendly Mountain Town
Northern Arizona Healthcare Welcomes New Primary Care Provider to Flagstaff
David Thornton, M.D., has joined the NAH primary care office in Flagstaff and is accepting patients. The NAH primary care office in Flagstaff provides a multidisciplinary primary care approach involving physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners to help families and the community stay healthy by offering personalized care in a variety of areas. “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Thornton to our Flagstaff primary care practice,” said Northern Arizona Healthcare Medical Group President … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Healthcare Welcomes New Primary Care Provider to Flagstaff
Cultural Astronomer Danielle Adams Leads Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition as Organization Takes on Ambitious Vision
As the Flagstaff community continues to come out for Celebration of the Night activities this month, the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition (FDSC) will be led by newly appointed Interim Executive Director Danielle Adams, Ph.D., a cultural astronomer, dark sky advocate and astrotourism consultant whose work inhabits the intersections of art and science. “Flagstaff is not only the world’s first International Dark Sky City; with 75,000 residents and an airport, it is the largest and most accessible … [Read more...] about Cultural Astronomer Danielle Adams Leads Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition as Organization Takes on Ambitious Vision
Flagstaff Remembers Sept. 11 with Flags, Gatherings
Representatives from the Flagstaff Police, Flagstaff Fire Department, Coconino County Sheriff’s Office, Flagstaff City Council, Coconino County, UniSource and other local businesses gathered at Flagstaff City Hall and at Heritage Square to honor those lost on Sept. 11 on the 23rd anniversary of the tragic day. “The Police Department’s tribute to those who responded to the 9/11 attacks serves as a heartfelt reminder of the extraordinary bravery and selflessness shown by first responders on that … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Remembers Sept. 11 with Flags, Gatherings
Meandering with Music
Julie Sullivan Brace is accustomed to wearing many hats. After 46 years as a highly successful art director and graphic designer, including 35 years in Flagstaff, she is slowly and joyfully easing into retirement from her Shine Creative Industries design and marketing firm, as she builds a new venture, the Musical Meanderings Series, an extension of her Roots and Boots Music Camp (RBMC), started in 2019 and inspired by the bluegrass tradition. This musical move is not a big stretch, as … [Read more...] about Meandering with Music
BOLD Mission: Debra Boblitt Coaches Leaders to Courageously Pursue Their Calling
For those ready to make a BOLD move in their career and life, Arizona-based Business Coach Debra Boblitt offers a four-point strategy in her book, BOLD Mission Courageously Pursue Your Calling. From overcoming fear to owning your values and embracing your passion, Debra explains how to realize your life's mission. Read here. And click here for the video podcast interview with Debra Boblitt on Zonie Living at Star Worldwide … [Read more...] about BOLD Mission: Debra Boblitt Coaches Leaders to Courageously Pursue Their Calling
Coffee Inn Thriving Downtown
It could be the vegan sourdough bread, organic peanut-butter pie, gluten-free coconut magic bars, scratch-made butternut squash soup, fresh fruit smoothies or any sandwich served on a croissant, but Anastassiya McPherson believes it’s more than any one favorite menu item that keeps the Coffee Inn bustling with return customers, even though it’s only been open for two months. “There’s a big moms’ community that wants healthy food for their kids,” she said of her new Flagstaff bakery and … [Read more...] about Coffee Inn Thriving Downtown
Puzzle Rides Turns Sightseers into Wild West Crime Solvers and Pirates
What began as a golf cart taxi service that merely broke even has evolved into an award-winning and profitable guided tour adventure that invites Wild West bank robbers, pirates and ghosts along for the journey. And this has Puzzle Rides founder Katie Dufort thrilled. On Friday, Aug. 2, Dufort won the grand prize of $10,000 in the statewide Moonshot Rural Pitch Tour Competition in Cottonwood. She says the award will help her expand the hours of current staff members and hire more tour guides at … [Read more...] about Puzzle Rides Turns Sightseers into Wild West Crime Solvers and Pirates
County Agency Helps Laid-Off Workers Find Jobs
A Coconino County workforce agency is busy assisting dozens of local workers laid off this summer because of a plant shutdown and retail business closures. The largest job loss was at Schuff Steel, which displaced 63 employees when it closed its fabrication plant Aug. 31 in Bellemont, west of Flagstaff. Other recent business closures include Big Lots, Kachina Kitchen, Grimaldi’s and Peter Piper Pizza. Billy Francis, Coconino County Workforce Board executive director, said there are … [Read more...] about County Agency Helps Laid-Off Workers Find Jobs