Government officials say the unemployment rate is evidence of a stronger economic recovery. The jobless rate dropped to 7.7 percent last month, the lowest level since President Barack Obama was elected. The jobless rate improvement and an increase in hiring of 236,000 jobs in the United States has many thinking the economy is moving forward. Still, White House economist Alan Krueger noted in a statement that the new unemployment rate was measured before $85 billion in automatic budget … [Read more...] about Economy Showing Signs of Recovery
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City Seeking Input on Fourth Street
This Thursday, the City of Flagstaff is seeking input on the look of the Fourth Street Corridor. The city will hold a public meeting/design charrette for the 4th Street Gateway Project on March 14, 2013. The purpose of this charrette is to collect your ideas for what the 4th Street Gateway should look like. Previous charrettes were held to collect input for the larger 4th Street Corridor Study. This charrette is different in that it only pertains to the Gateway component which will be located … [Read more...] about City Seeking Input on Fourth Street
Recycled Art Exhibit Opening Soon
Flagstaff Cultural Partners and the Artists’ Coalition of Flagstaff are excited to present the 11th Annual Recycled Art Exhibition featuring work that is made from mainly recycled materials. A free, public opening reception will be held on April 13, 6:00-9:00pm Bring the entire family for an evening of art, entertainment, and refreshments! Local artists from all over Coconino County come together to promote recycling through this creative, fun and inspiring exhibition. Anyone who wants … [Read more...] about Recycled Art Exhibit Opening Soon
County Seeks Input on Fee Increases
The Coconino County Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public input on its proposed Cost Recovery Policy and fee changes for county park facilities and amenities. The draft policy and fee changes can be accessed from the Parks and Recreation Department web page at www.coconino.az.gov/parks. From there, visitors can find information on the proposed fee schedule at public information gatherings. A meeting is scheduled for noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 14 at the County Human … [Read more...] about County Seeks Input on Fee Increases
County Plows Preparing for Storm
Local forecasters predict that significant snowfall will return to the Flagstaff area Friday and Saturday, and Coconino County Public Works crews are again prepared to keep major roads clear and passable. On Thursday, the National Weather Service in Flagstaff issued a Winter Storm Warning for the western half of Coconino County from noon Friday to midnight Saturday. Forecasters are calling for between 8 and 14 inches of snow to fall above 7,000 feet and 4 to 10 inches above 6,000 … [Read more...] about County Plows Preparing for Storm
Flagstaff Home and Garden Show Scheduled
The 20th Annual Flagstaff Home & Garden Show is happening March 22nd, 23rd & 24th. Many people being spring cleaning and property upgrades after attending Flagstaff's Home and Garden Show. For 20 years, it has been a popular springtime event, with hundreds of displays and one of the biggest home and garden events in the region. Learn, Have Fun & Save Money. Attendees can find everything they need for their next home improvement project all under one roof. Come see what’s new … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Home and Garden Show Scheduled
Mother Road Brewery Being Recognized
Flagstaff's Mother Road Brewery is being recognized by the Arizona Small Business Development Center Network (AZSBDC) at the upcoming 2013 Success Awards Legislative Lunch, March 18. The brewery is one of 14 Arizona small businesses being honored, and the only business from Flagstaff. The event is hosted by the Arizona Small Business Development Center Network (AZSBDC) and scheduled to take place from 11:30 a.m. to1:30 p.m. on the House Lawn of the Arizona State Capitol Complex, 1700 W. … [Read more...] about Mother Road Brewery Being Recognized
Officials Waiting on Cardinals Decision
Flagstaff and NAU officials are waiting to hear final word on whether or not the Arizona Cardinals football team will move their summer training camp to Glendale. Negotiations have been ongoing between team owners and officials in Flagstaff. For most of the past 23 years, the team has practiced in Flagstaff during the summer months, staying on the campus of NAU, utilizing the fields and other facilities at Northern Arizona University, and infusing money into the Flagstaff economy. A … [Read more...] about Officials Waiting on Cardinals Decision
Soldier’s Body Coming Through Flagstaff
The body of Marine Staff Sergeant Jonathan Davis, who was killed in Afghanistan, will be escorted through Flagstaff Friday morning. Davis' body is being flown to Pulliam Airport before being transported to Tuba City. The plane is expected to arrive in Flagstaff at about 8:15 a.m. Northern Arizonans are being asked to show their respects by lining Milton Road and Route 66 as Jonathan Davis' body is driven through the city via a police escort at about 8:45 a.m. Staff Sergeant Davis will be … [Read more...] about Soldier’s Body Coming Through Flagstaff
Unlicensed Contractors Undermining System
Whenever a prolonged economic slump occurs, the average American searches for savvy ways to save a few dollars, maybe clipping coupons before grocery shopping or walking instead of driving to work. During a recession, padding the pocketbook with shortcuts like these is an exercise in prudent financial pragmatism, but there are instances when the cheaper option actually proves to be more costly. Responding to the credit crunch that has crippled the construction industry in many areas of the … [Read more...] about Unlicensed Contractors Undermining System