Attorney Shelton ‘Tony’ Freeman today announces the launch of his new multi-disciplinary law firm, Freeman Law, PLLC. Prior to establishing Freeman Law, Tony Freeman was a shareholder at DeConcini, McDonald, Yetwin & Lacy P.C. for nearly two decades. Freeman Law provides responsive and efficient legal solutions to small and medium sized businesses and high wealth individuals. The firm’s wide range of practice areas spans from corporate bankruptcy and litigation to real estate … [Read more...] about New Law Firm Opens in Flagstaff
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McCain Says Snowbowl Bouncing Back with Snowmaking
U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ) today issued the following statement highlighting the success of the snowmaking project at Arizona Snowbowl, one of the state’s top ski and snowboarding destinations located in Flagstaff, Arizona, in the Coconino National Forest: “According to its managers, Arizona Snowbowl this year expects to top 170,000 skier visits – among its top five ski seasons in history. After a long struggle with the federal government, snowmaking is finally working there, … [Read more...] about McCain Says Snowbowl Bouncing Back with Snowmaking
Merger Bringing Change in the Wind
UPDATE: American Airlines has won bankruptcy court approval to combine with US Airways; this merger will create the world’s biggest airline. American filed for Chapter 11 in 2011. For the merger to move forward, The U.S. Department of Justice antitrust regulators and shareholders with US Airways need to approve the agreement. The following story recently appeared in Flagstaff Business News' print edition. On Thursday, Feb. 14, US Airways and American … [Read more...] about Merger Bringing Change in the Wind
Small Business Health Fair April 12
Often, small business owners and employees put all they have into keeping their businesses running and find themselves uninsured or underinsured. This may keep them from taking important preventive healthcare measures such as scheduling a yearly dental exam, blood work, mammogram or even an eye exam. To address this concern and offer health screenings to small businesses and their employees, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, North Country HealthCare and Mountain Heart are hosting the fifth … [Read more...] about Small Business Health Fair April 12
Arizonans Mourning Eddie Basha
Chairman and CEO of Bashas’, Inc., Eddie Basha, died this week at age 75. A cause of death has not been disclosed, but the supermarket magnate had reportedly been in failing health for some time. Basha’s father, Eddie Basha Sr., and uncle Ike Basha founded Bashas’ Supermarkets. The first store was opened in Chandler in 1932. Basha ran an unsuccessful gubernatorial campaign as a democrat in 1994 against then incumbent Fife Syminton. Statement from Governor Jan Brewer … [Read more...] about Arizonans Mourning Eddie Basha
Spring Fever Hitting Flagstaff
Spring has officially started with the Spring Equinox. However, planning for Spring and all that it entails has been underway for some time at the nurseries in Flagstaff. Warner's Nursery and Landscape Company is, according to Misti Warner-Andersen, "constantly getting ready for the growing season." Warner-Andersen, the store manager, says that throughout the Fall she goes to shows to find new and interesting products for her retail shop and as it nears the start of Spring, she is having … [Read more...] about Spring Fever Hitting Flagstaff
Out the Window Advertising Makes Changes
Out the Window Advertising, a Flagstaff based agency is announcing some changes in structure. Katie Hutchinson has been hired as Event Coordinator. She will lead the creation and execution of special events for OTW for several Penske Automotive locations in Arizona and Nevada. This is a newly created position at Out The Window Advertising. Since 2006, Hutchinson worked with Cox Media. Most recently, she was their Partnership Manager. Katie has a Bachelor of Arts … [Read more...] about Out the Window Advertising Makes Changes
Navajo Veteran Discovers Meaningful Work at NGS
Christine Bigman took a chance. When she graduated from Many Farms High School, she wanted to see the world, have an adventure, and accomplish something. “That’s when I decided that I was going to go out on my own and make something of myself,” the Rough Rock native said. “I wanted to go out there, I wanted to see something, do something different. Yes, it was risky but I did it anyways.” For nearly 13 years, the Army took her to places like South Korea, Germany and Iraq. When she … [Read more...] about Navajo Veteran Discovers Meaningful Work at NGS
AZ Snowbowl Going Strong Through April 7
Arizona Snowbowl is experiencing a spectacular season that will carry through to Sunday, April 7 – and perhaps an extra weekend – as all indicators point to a strong finish. The ski resort has received 197 inches of natural snowfall and winter shows no sign of slowing down. March typically is the snowiest month of the year in Flagstaff and the historic average is 260 inches per season. Currently, Snowbowl has a substantial 66-inch snow base, one of the best in the country, and snowmaking … [Read more...] about AZ Snowbowl Going Strong Through April 7
Emphasis – Shopping Local
While they are a diverse group, members of the Flagstaff Independent Business Alliance (FiBA) share a few common – and even some surprising – characteristics. FiBA small businesses seem to match and contribute to the fabric of our quirky, off-the-beaten-path mountain community. They highlight the importance of keeping a small town thriving by shopping locally. They are eclectic, independent, authentic, customer service-oriented, and FiBA members tend to develop relationships to help customers … [Read more...] about Emphasis – Shopping Local