It was May 1955 when 13 educators formed Coconino County School Employees Federal Credit Union with a mission to offer savings accounts and small loans for Coconino County public school employees. This month, Coconino Federal Credit Union celebrates 60 years of community service with 8,252 members of every stripe from all around the world. During that spring month 60 years ago (according to The Coconino Sun archives) – a pair of men’s denim slacks were selling at Penny’s for $3.49 and an … [Read more...] about Coconino Federal Credit Union Celebrating 60 Years
Local News
Paving the Way for Street Safety, Improvement
Flagstaff streets are getting a long overdue facelift thanks to an effort spearheaded by city officials and overwhelmingly approved in a tax referendum by Flagstaff voters last fall. Through the next 20 years, $100 million will go toward evaluating each of the city’s more than 1,000 streets – totaling in excess of 660 lane miles – and repairing them as needed. The initiative, called the Road Repair and Street Safety Improvement Program, is good news for business owners, residents and tourists … [Read more...] about Paving the Way for Street Safety, Improvement
NORTHERN ARIZONA ORTHOPAEDICS APPOINTS NEW CEO
Northern Arizona Orthopaedics (NAO) Board of Directors has selected Summit Center co-founder and veteran business leader, Carl DeRosa, Ph.D., as Chief Executive Officer, effective June 1, 2015. Dr. DeRosa joins NAO with more than 30 years of experience at some of Flagstaff’s leading organizations and institutions. As new CEO, Dr. DeRosa’s top priorities will be strategizing to drive high-performance, high-quality and high-value orthopaedics that contributes to improving and sustaining … [Read more...] about NORTHERN ARIZONA ORTHOPAEDICS APPOINTS NEW CEO
Firefighters, Forest Managers Preparing for Fire Season
In the Lake View Campground near Upper Lake Mary, Flagstaff Hotshots have been a visible force, cutting down potentially dangerous trees and stacking logs and branches. Seasonal wildland firefighter Kyle Fix says he and his team are practicing their skills and getting ready for the call. “We can end up anywhere. We’re considered a national resource,” Fix said. ”So right now, the West is dry so that’s where we’re prepping to be.” Arizona’s fire season typically occurs between mid-May and … [Read more...] about Firefighters, Forest Managers Preparing for Fire Season
Flagstaff’s First Friday Artwalk
Join Flagstaff community members and visitors for the tradition of First Friday Artwalk downtown, held the first Friday of each month from 6:00-9:00 p.m. Businesses and art galleries open their doors to host a variety of artists' work. Musicians also meet downtown for the event. This month, Flagstaff photographer Darren Choate will present his work, including Babbitt Ranches and Beyond, at Babbitt's Outdoor Country Outfitters. First Friday is sponsored by the Flagstaff Arts Council. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff’s First Friday Artwalk
Walnut Canyon National Monument Celebrating 100 Years
For ages, Walnut Canyon has served as a time capsule into the past, revealing the life story of inhabitants ranging from prehistoric marine creatures to more modern cliff-dwelling humans. In 2015, today’s stewards of the site celebrate this geological, archaeological and historic heritage with a number of activities. These are highlighted by two different centennial celebrations that involve rededicating a weathered plaque and bringing President Woodrow Wilson back from the past to commemorate … [Read more...] about Walnut Canyon National Monument Celebrating 100 Years
Making Trax at Fourth
Residents and visitors in Flagstaff may not be able to help but notice the earth-moving equipment and chain-link fence adorned with big signs at the intersection of Route 66 and Fourth Street. Under the shadow of the Fourth Street bridge, The Trax is a high-profile project owned by Evergreen Development. It is expected to bring retail businesses and office space to the 33-acre space between Arrowhead Ave. and Postal Blvd. “This market is healthy and growing,” said Evergreen spokesperson … [Read more...] about Making Trax at Fourth
NAU Hosting First Tribal Economic Conference
A spinoff of last fall’s Economic Outlook Conference conducted at the High Country Conference Center is the Tribal Economic Outlook Conference. This new event reveals what economists are predicting for the 2015 impact of tribal tourism on the state. “I think it’s imperative for a state university to be engaged and making a major contribution to the economic health of its state,” said Wayne Fox, assistant dean and director of the Alliance Bank Business Outreach Center (ABBOC) at Northern … [Read more...] about NAU Hosting First Tribal Economic Conference
Tusayan Feeling Left Out of Flagstaff Discussion
A recent resolution by the Flagstaff City Council opposing Tusayan’s plans for development has left Tusayan officials scratching their heads. Tusayan Mayor Greg Bryan and Town Manager Will Wright said they were never invited to participate in the conversations about the resolution, which they found odd since the issue is centered right in their backyard. Plus, they could have accurately explained their plans. The controversy stems from the Town of Tusayan’s proposal to develop a pair of … [Read more...] about Tusayan Feeling Left Out of Flagstaff Discussion
Mingus Cremation for Pets To Open in April
A pet is considered by many to be another member of the family. And very few things are as challenging as the death of a family pet that has been with you through thick and thin and the ups and downs of life. To help people with a pet’s final arrangements, Mingus Cremation for Pets is set to open in April and will provide full-service pet cremation to residents of the Verde Valley. The motto of the new business is, “Trusted care for companion pets,” and it is a motto that manager/operator … [Read more...] about Mingus Cremation for Pets To Open in April