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For decades artist Ulrike Arnold has been traveling the world creating abstract landscapes with paint made from the geological layers of earth and meteorites she finds at inspiring places. Arnold shares the energy she seeks from heaven and earth on large canvases. These visual journeys of the planet’s beauty are on display at the Museum of Northern Arizona in the Ulrike Arnold – EARTH Art Exhibition until May 4, 2014.   “My inspiration comes from the land, the light and colors. I try … [Read more...] about MNA Featuring New Exhibit

U.S. Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick, D-Ariz., recently visited U.S. troops in Afghanistan and surrounding regions as part of her leadership role as ranking member of the Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. Kirkpatrick traveled to the region in late January with a small, bipartisan delegation of senators and congressmembers who hold leadership roles on key House and Senate committees including Armed Services and Veterans’ Affairs. During the visit, the congresswoman … [Read more...] about Kirkpatrick Visiting Troops

Gioia Goodrum of the Williams Grand Canyon Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed to the Coconino Community College District Governing Board. Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Robert Kelty appointed Goodrum to serve after CCC District Governing Board member Jack Hadley resigned in November. Goodrum's term will run through Dec. 31, 2014. Kelty swore in Goodrum at the Jan. 28 governing board meeting. "I'm honored to be a member of the CCC District Governing Board," Goodrum said. … [Read more...] about Williams’ Chamber CEO Wearing New Hat

In collaboration with Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute (WMI), Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra is participating in WMI’s Link Up program during the 2013–2014 season. Link Up pairs orchestras across the country, with schools in their local communities, inviting them to learn about orchestral repertoire through a year-long, hands-on music curriculum. Each year, 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students will explore a core musical concept in one of three distinct curricula, such as rhythm in The Orchestra … [Read more...] about School Children Benefitting from Concert

Flagstaff Cultural Partners is announcing the nominations for the 2014 Viola Awards. This year’s Viola Awards Gala will take place on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the High Country Conference Center. Flagstaff Business News' Editor Bonnie Stevens is among the nominees. The Viola Awards are Flagstaff’s Oscars for the arts and sciences community. Celebrating excellence in the arts and sciences, the Viola Awards recognize artists, educators, organizations and leaders who make positive … [Read more...] about FBN Editor Receiving Viola Award Nomination

On the heels of recording the highest-ever month of transit ridership, the Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (NAIPTA) and the Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO) are investing in Flagstaff’s transit future by adding amenities for this growing ridership. NAIPTA saw a record ridership of more than 210,000 trips in October 2013, also marking only the second time that monthly ridership has surpassed the 200,000 milestone. With this increased … [Read more...] about NAIPTA Accommodating Higher Ridership

Deidre Hunter, longtime astronomer at Lowell Observatory, has been chosen as the 2014 recipient of the American Astronomical Society’s (AAS) Education Prize. The AAS awards this prize annually “to recognize outstanding contributions to the education of the public, students and/or the next generation of professional astronomers.” Hunter was chosen “for co-founding and successfully running for the last 17 years a science and astronomy education program for 5th-8th grade Navajo-Hopi students … [Read more...] about Lowell Astronomer Winner of Education Prize

Film Director Tyler Gillett’s new movie is out this week.  Devil’s Due is a supernatural horror movie in which a newly married pregnant woman is carrying the anti-Christ. In quotes to Flagstaff Business News, Gillett reflects on his upbringing in Flagstaff and how it influenced him. “Flagstaff and the surrounding area is one of the most varied and cinematic landscapes in the US.  The pine stands. Aspens. Mountains. Deserts. Sedona and Oak Creek. The various lava flows,” said Gillett. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Film Director’s Movie at Harkins