According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) comprehensive National Directory of Farmers Markets, the number of farmers markets increased by 16 percent between 2009 and 2010. Arizona lists 74 markets in this directory, with two in Flagstaff. “People are more conscientious about what they are eating. A lot of them are coming out to the farmers market buying fresh vegetables and fruit,” said Fred Wong of Wong’s Farm. “I think, overall, everybody … [Read more...] about Farmer’s Markets: A Growing Popularity
Business
Scrutinizing Ethics and Teaching Methods in B-Schools
American business schools did not always enjoy the reputation that they have today. The first business programs were founded in the late 1800s, but many people (including the self-taught Andrew Carnegie) scoffed at the idea of a university degree to train people in business. In creating the Harvard MBA, the revered B- School’s founders were not even sure what classes they should offer. In the end, the curriculum drew heavily on the work of the “father” of scientific … [Read more...] about Scrutinizing Ethics and Teaching Methods in B-Schools
Flagstaff-Based PathoGene Fighting Infectious Diseases
Have you ever taken an antibiotic you had in your medicine cabinet – just in case? Many times you weren’t sure it was the right kind of medication, or dose, or even if you had an infection at all, but you thought it wouldn’t hurt. Well, the truth is, globally, drug-resistant germs (pathogens) are one of the biggest problems facing the medical community. Taking the wrong type of antibiotics has created a growing incidence of “super bugs” that … [Read more...] about Flagstaff-Based PathoGene Fighting Infectious Diseases
Sawmill Development Moving Forward
At the September 14 Flagstaff City Council meeting, the Council will put the finishing touches on the plan chosen to sell the south half of the Aspen Place at the Sawmill project, which fell into default and into the hands of the city in June. The Aspen Group, the original developer, has found a buyer for the north half of the project. They hope the deal will close with Red Development at the end of September, says Jim Cronk, planning director for the city. The businesses that … [Read more...] about Sawmill Development Moving Forward
Encouraging Feedback on Region’s Tourism
With cooler temperatures on the rise and the departure of the Arizona Cardinals, Flagstaff’s busiest season for tourists may be slowing. However, Flagstaff may have fared better than most cities statewide when it comes to this year’s tourism season. According to Heather Ainardi, director of the Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), “For the first time since January 2008, Flagstaff is reporting three consecutive months of positive increases in hotel occupancy rates. Amid statewide … [Read more...] about Encouraging Feedback on Region’s Tourism
Council Rejects Fresh Water Option for Snowmaking
The Flagstaff City Council has decided to move forward with plans to sell reclaimed water to the Arizona Snowbowl. The council decided against selling drinking water to the ski resort, a move that would have facilitated plans for snowmaking on the San Francisco Peaks, by expediting construction of a pipeline. Snowmaking at Snowbowl has been challenged in court in a lawsuit which made it to the U.S. Supreme Court; that body denied the tribes' appeal, giving the green light to … [Read more...] about Council Rejects Fresh Water Option for Snowmaking
Jobs 2010 -Helping Employers and Job Seekers
Losing your job is considered one of life’s six most stressful events. Patty Kohany has been learning that first-hand after facing a layoff. Despite having a Master’s degree and a diverse work history, Kohany has been out of work for several months. She has been learning a lot about herself and the employment market through Jobs 2010. It is providing her with a support group of people in the same predicament. Flagstaff was singled out for Jobs 2010 through a Governor’s … [Read more...] about Jobs 2010 -Helping Employers and Job Seekers
Downtown/Fourth Street Manager to Assist Businesses
His title barely fits on his business card, but then again, as the city’s new “Manager of Enhanced Service Districts for the Downtown and East Flagstaff Area,” Steve Saville has under- taken a big job. He has been tasked, for at least the next 36 months, with bringing comprehensive management plans and providing solutions to the issues of Downtown, Fourth Street and the Sunnyside neighborhood business districts. “This is a true private, public partnership between the … [Read more...] about Downtown/Fourth Street Manager to Assist Businesses
Flagstaff Couple Persevering in Business
Neither one of us had any background in owning our own retail store,” Kathie Knapp said one recent Saturday afternoon while juggling an interview and waiting on customers at The Lite Company. Kathie and her husband, Mike, have owned and operated The Lite Company lighting and furniture store, located on North 4th Street, for nearly six years. Mike Knapp, an engineer by training, was a 20-year veteran of W.L. Gore & Associates when he was approached by The Lite Company’s former … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Couple Persevering in Business
Sedona Business Guiding Women
Most of the clients who attend the self-discovery retreats and workshops at A Woman’s Way in Sedona are women between the ages of 45 and 65. “Something brings them here – an empty nest, divorce, loss of a spouse, a health is- sue,” said founder Karen Ely. “Women ask ‘Who am I now?’ after a lifetime of being everything for everyone else. This is the place for finding their internal navigation and to find their own tools for finding direction in their … [Read more...] about Sedona Business Guiding Women