American Express and Main Street America are awarding Mountain Sports Flagstaff $10,000 through their Backing Small Businesses Grant Program. “Receiving the Backing Small Businesses Grant as the second-generation owner of Mountain Sports Flagstaff is an affirmation of our commitment to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing retail landscape,” said owner Lisa Lamberson. “Applying for this grant was not just about immediate financial support; it was a strategic decision to secure the resources … [Read more...] about Mountain Sports Flagstaff Awarded $10,000 ‘Backing Small Businesses’ Grant
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Nonstop Flights to LAX Back this Fall
American Airlines will add nonstop seasonal service between Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) this fall. Starting on Oct. 12, the service will operate on Saturdays using a CRJ700 aircraft. “The addition of the LAX route offers more choices for travelers in Northern Arizona,” said Airport Director Brian Gall. “This new route provides hundreds of one-stop destinations, making travel even more convenient for the Flagstaff region.” Flagstaff Pulliam … [Read more...] about Nonstop Flights to LAX Back this Fall
Flagstaff to Star in its Own MONOPOLY Board Game
Ever want to take a ride on the Santa Fe Railway, buy a house at Forest Highlands or collect $200 if you pass Go? Mr. MONOPOLY wants to make that possible by immortalizing Flagstaff in the board game world of real estate tycoons and financial moguls. According to a news release, game-maker Hasbro wants to create an official Flagstaff version of the legendary game to feature local landmarks, restaurants and cultural staples in place of iconic properties like Park Place and Marvin Gardens. Now … [Read more...] about Flagstaff to Star in its Own MONOPOLY Board Game
Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers Survival Tips for Arizona’s Heat
Brawny and braided, Prescott-based survival instructor Cody Lundin has one goal: to keep us alive. Every summer, hikers and others get into trouble from Arizona’s extreme heat and rugged terrain. Known as “The World’s Foremost Primitive Expert,” Cody says, “Self-reliance training will never go out of style.” Read more here and watch on Zonie Living. … [Read more...] about Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers Survival Tips for Arizona’s Heat
Entrepreneurs Launched
The concept of detecting a wildfire from space and extinguishing it with a squad of firefighting drones is gaining support. Snuffed, a 22-member team including engineers, astronomers and firefighters, successfully pitched its plan to representatives of the City of Flagstaff’s Economic Development and Sustainability department on Saturday, May 4. The idea calls for launching 90 satellites to watch the West for ignitions. Flagstaff Fire Captain Mike Felts, a member of Snuffed, shared his … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurs Launched
Promoting Space Travel with a Land-Use Ethic
Once again, cows and astronauts shared the high desert landscape of Babbitt Ranches as NASA, assisted by geologists from USGS, tested equipment, conducted moonwalking drills and practiced geology in preparation for Artemis 3, a crewed mission to the dark lunar south pole region, anticipated for 2026. The cattle seemed untroubled by the slow-moving visitors in spacesuits, a recurring event throughout the last half century. “I smile when I think about my grandad, John Babbitt, a quiet, … [Read more...] about Promoting Space Travel with a Land-Use Ethic
Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers ‘The Survival Show’
With summer heating up in Arizona, survival instructor Cody Lundin is well aware of how quickly a day hike can turn into an emergency situation. Having taught survival skills to thousands of people – ages 7 to 80 – for more than 30 years from his Prescott-based Aboriginal Living Skills School, Lundin is “deadly serious” about survival. Along with his many courses, he now offers a playful, yet informative, variety show. Like a good daypack, “The Survival Show with Cody Lundin” is neatly packed, … [Read more...] about Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers ‘The Survival Show’
Ramada Inn Chain has Roots on Flagstaff’s Route 66
Bill Isbell had a front-row seat to the founding of what became the Ramada Inn chain 70 years ago with development of a hotel at the crossroads of Route 66 and Highway 89 in Flagstaff. Isbell, now 88 and living in Phoenix, was a teenager when he made a small investment with his father, Marion, and other investors to develop roadside motels. That included the Bagdad Inn in Las Vegas, along with Flamingo, Sahara and Hiway House motels. But it was the Ramada name and concept that became a … [Read more...] about Ramada Inn Chain has Roots on Flagstaff’s Route 66
Calli Salcido is the owner of Flagstaff Roofing
Working in a predominantly man’s world didn’t keep third-generation roofer Calli Salcido from climbing to the top. “I’ve been around roofing since I was a young girl,” said Salcido, owner of Flagstaff Roofing. “When my dad took over the business from my grandfather, he taught my three siblings and me the art of roofing, but I never thought it would be my career. My focus after high school was softball. I was an athlete and earned a full scholarship to Oklahoma State.” Salcido’s hometown of … [Read more...] about Calli Salcido is the owner of Flagstaff Roofing
Go Nuts!
Participating in a demanding extracurricular FIRST robotics competition this year, 22 students at Coconino High School in Flagstaff labored to produce a unique product, “Euclid,” a sophisticated, high-tech robot that weighs just under 100 pounds. Beyond just the robot, all their efforts paid off this spring when the high school’s CocoNuts robotics team won the prestigious FIRST Championship Impact Award during the 2024 FIRST Robotics Competition Championship event, from April 17-20 in Houston, … [Read more...] about Go Nuts!