Thanks to the good taste of local entrepreneurs, Flagstaff residents and visitors are indulging in the rich, warm, decadent goodness of pies, cakes and pastries, and considering some sweet ideas for holiday gifts. Jacqueline Rose Cakery This cake-centered bakery is a dream come true for owner Jacqueline Caughey, who says she is both an artist and a baker who decided to mix her two passions. “I chose cake as a medium for my creations because the possibilities are endless – and … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Just Keeps Getting Sweeter
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ARIZONA IS NOW OPEN FOR SKIING!
After mountain crews worked around the clockmaking snow as conditions permitted, Arizona Snowbowl officialsannounced the ski resort is opening at 10am today, Saturday, Nov. 19with its new lift, the Grand Canyon Express, high-speed six-personlift. The Grand Canyon Express is Snowbowl’s first high-speed liftand the first high-speed six-person lift in Arizona.“Thanks to the hard-working mountain team who have been working aroundthe clock making snow and grooming the slopes, we are excited … [Read more...] about ARIZONA IS NOW OPEN FOR SKIING!
Coral Evans is Flagstaff’s New Mayor
Flagstaff voters have elected Coral Evans as the city's next mayor. Evans won by earning 57% of the vote, defeating incumbent Jerry Nabours, a two-term mayor. For the Flagstaff City Council, Jamie Whelan was the top vote getter, followed by Jim McCarthy and Charlie Odegaard. There are still some ballots to be counted, but Odegaard has announced on his Facebook account that he is confident his victory will remain solid. In other election results, city and state voters approved minimum wage … [Read more...] about Coral Evans is Flagstaff’s New Mayor
Innovative New Medical Facility Rises up in Camp Verde
A surprising sign of development, its sleek profile rears up from a wide-open landscape dotted with desert grassland and chaparral. The structure is the brand-new Camp Verde Campus of Northern Arizona Healthcare. Located at the intersection of Highway 260 and Finney Flat Road in the town of Camp Verde in Yavapai County, the architectural design of the rustic steel building nicely complements the surrounding natural setting. Feted at a grand opening on Friday, June 10, the celebrations for the … [Read more...] about Innovative New Medical Facility Rises up in Camp Verde
Sonesta Invites Guests to Stay Awhile
When Phoenix temperatures are in the triple digits, Mark Price, general manager of Sonesta ES Suites Flagstaff, can’t seem to work fast enough to settle the influx of guests. Maybe it is because travelers going to tripadvisor.com will see that Sonesta is rated No. 1 of 63 hotels in Flagstaff. Director of Sales Tom D’Agostino says the high rating is the result of how welcome and special guests feel. “Every hotel has a bed a bath and a TV. The difference is we have a kitchen. Our amenities are … [Read more...] about Sonesta Invites Guests to Stay Awhile
Signs of Entrepreneurial Skills
They look like they have been out in the forest for decades, but “new” rustic wooden signs are in big demand designed for places like Arizona Nordic Village, vacation rentals, visitor centers and individuals who want a reminder of some place important to them, like Imogene. Popular as they are, these are much more than place locators or souvenirs. These are tangible signs of business and woodworking skills. The Center for Native Business Development on Cedar Avenue in the Sunnyside … [Read more...] about Signs of Entrepreneurial Skills
Grand Canyon Cafe Turns to New Chapter
The front door of the Grand Canyon Café in downtown Flagstaff was swinging open and shut multiple times on Wednesday, Sept. 13, and two waitresses inside moved rapidly between booths alive with animated and hungry customers seated for late breakfast or early lunches. The smell of frying bacon and eggs and toasting bread wafted out from the kitchen in the rear of the establishment. Mid-September was especially busy at the iconic Route 66 dining spot, as devoted patrons visited to pay their … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Cafe Turns to New Chapter
The Barn Bros Offering Low-Priced Items, Community Support
Brothers-in-law Ben Forstie and Josh Makela did not intend to start a business and never considered opening a recycled home furnishing store. But as fate would have it, the brothers opened The Barn Bros a year ago. Humble Beginnings On a summer day in 2015, Forstie came across what he considered to be a great deal on a camp trailer and, on a whim, purchased the trailer. He did not need a trailer, but thought it was just too good to pass up. The plan was to quickly resell the … [Read more...] about The Barn Bros Offering Low-Priced Items, Community Support
River Rafting Business Keeping Outfitters Afloat
The Colorado River touts some of the wildest rapids in the world, but what may not be so well known is the wave of impact this river has on the Flagstaff economy. Alongside the 15 commercial local river running companies in Flagstaff is a quiet but significant river running support industry for private trips. River outfitters supply transportation, rafts, food, sleeping bags and portable toilets. “While a commercial river trip provides all amenities, private river trips do it all … [Read more...] about River Rafting Business Keeping Outfitters Afloat
Popular Flagstaff Eateries Receive Makeovers
Those who had the misfortune of being away from Flagstaff this summer might do a double take when they revisit Buster’s Restaurant & Bar and Olive Garden Italian Kitchen. Loyal guests might miss their favorite booth, but owners and managers of both establishments say popular, comfort foods like zucchini muffins, lavosh, lasagna classico and all-you-can-eat breadsticks are not going anywhere! Contemporary Surf, Turf “We bought Buster’s in May 2015 and for the first six months, … [Read more...] about Popular Flagstaff Eateries Receive Makeovers