A group of physical therapy businesses joined forces to form an industry advocacy group, The Physical Therapy Business Alliance (PTBA). The national alliance is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky and includes some of the most respected physical therapists in the world. The primary goal of the PTBA is to help state and federal legislators make informed decisions about access, reimbursement, and regulatory issues which create a barrier between patients and valuable, affordable physical … [Read more...] about PT Groups Uniting To Form National Coalition
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Flagstaff Ale Trail Kicking Off
The Flagstaff Ale Trail, a walking tour of craft breweries, debuts this week. Participants join the Ale Trail by purchasing a souvenir passport and unique silicone beer pint atFlagstaffAleTrail.com and then start their self-guided tour of downtown breweries at either Lumberyard Brewing Company or Flagstaff Brewing Company. Also with their passport, Ale Trail walkers receive a map, special discounts at participating breweries and passport stamps at each stop along the route of a hand-crafted … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Ale Trail Kicking Off
Post Office Adjusting to Changing Needs
While it is the busiest time of year for the U.S. Postal Service, the federal agency continues to lose money. Next month, the U.S. Postal Regulatory Commission plans to review 3,653 post offices for possible closure. Those potential closures could significantly change postal service in the United States. Beginning January 22, 2012, the cost of a first class stamp will increase to 45 cents. The following story was prepared by FBN's Kevin Bertram, examining some of the issues. In a … [Read more...] about Post Office Adjusting to Changing Needs
Heart Doctor Appreciating Local Lifestyle
Each day Dr. Robert Wolyn has been checking the weather in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on his iPhone. It’s already raining and the temperatures are dropping rapidly. Then he looks around at the weather in Flagstaff where it is sunny with mild temperatures and he smiles. Wolyn is glad to be in Flagstaff. He is the new cardiologist at Mountain Heart. He arrived in late September from Michigan where the winters are so long that people plan vacations to sunny climes a couple of times a year. Wolyn … [Read more...] about Heart Doctor Appreciating Local Lifestyle
Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa Getting New Director
Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa, located in the world renowned Red Rock Country, today announced the appointment of Ginni Selle as the director of the resort’s signature spa. The spa at Hilton Sedona boasts 25,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space including treatment rooms and a fitness area with state-of-the-art equipment, relaxation areas, solarium and a 25-meter pool overlooking Sedona's picturesque landscape. As spa director, Selle’s strategic role will focus on the … [Read more...] about Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa Getting New Director
Downtown in the Hands of Property Owners
John VanLandingham has been involved with Flagstaff's downtown for nearly two decades. The co-owner of the Old Town Shops was active during the special improvement district (SID) of the 1990s. That effort, which was paid for by a tax of property owners in the area, is credited for revitalizing downtown, helping the transformation that created a popular destination for locals and visitors. But VanLandingham worries the vibrant city hub could deteriorate without proper management. "We invite … [Read more...] about Downtown in the Hands of Property Owners
Customers Seeking Relief From Bank Fees
As news of new and steeper banking fees has swept the nation, so has speculation that there will be a mass exodus to credit unions, which, because of their unique missions, are more likely to hold off on such charges. So far, the movement of customers from banks to credit unions in Northern Arizona is more of a gentle swell than a tsunami, but it has begun. “We're not really seeing a jump in new accounts, but I am seeing a big jump in traffic on our website,” said David Kexel, vice … [Read more...] about Customers Seeking Relief From Bank Fees
Southwest Windpower Opening Office Near Denver
Southwest Windpower, the world’s leading manufacturer of distributed generation wind turbines, announced today the opening of an additional location in Broomfield, Colo., outside of Denver. The Flagstaff, Ariz.-based company is opening the additional facility to focus on development of a wind testing site and commercial sales. The new office is part of the company’s shift toward providing renewable energy systems worldwide for commercial and industrial markets such as telecommunications, … [Read more...] about Southwest Windpower Opening Office Near Denver
Partnering for Watchable Wildlife
One of the great advantages of living in Northern Arizona is the chance to see all sorts of wildlife. Now, knowing where you’ll have the best chance to do that in the Flagstaff area should soon be easier. Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) is developing a new Watchable Wildlife program for the Flagstaff area. Although still in the planning stages, Jessica Gist at AZGFD’s Flagstaff Office is organizing a group of local government agencies and nonprofits working collaboratively to establish … [Read more...] about Partnering for Watchable Wildlife
Good Business Plan Includes Preparing For Disaster
One quarter of all businesses that close because of a disaster never reopen, according to the Institute of Business and Home Safety. Statistics like this demonstrate the importance for business owners to evaluate their potential risk of damage and take steps to lessen that risk ahead of time. “Whether the disaster comes in the form of a weather occurrence, technological break-down, or scandal,” said Gene Munger, a crisis communication consultant based in Flagstaff, suggesting that contingency … [Read more...] about Good Business Plan Includes Preparing For Disaster