Four Peaks Wealth Management (FPWM) has opened its doors in Flagstaff, Ariz. The firm, created by a team of seasoned and experienced individual money managers is offering its financial expertise to Northern Arizona residents. “Our unique combination of institutional, Wall Street-based experience, and local presence allows us to provide complete investment management solutions to individuals and financial planners and advisors who want to source their products locally,” Matthew … [Read more...] about New Investment Company Opening In Flagstaff
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Competition Benefitting Ski Team
Be a part of the fun at the Arizona Snowbowl on March 2nd and 3rd, 2013 for the Grand Canyon State Winter Games. Alpine & telemark skiers as well as snowboarders will be competing in a Giant Slalom course on Saturday and on Sunday in a boarder/skier/telemark cross. The events will draw 150 to 200 athletes per day and proceeds will benefit the Flagstaff Alpine Ski and Snowboard Team, a non-profit youth sports organization. The Grand Canyon State Winter Games are open to all ages of … [Read more...] about Competition Benefitting Ski Team
NAU Implementing Entrepreneur in Residence
Northern Arizona’s W.A. Franke College of Business is looking to land its very first Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR). In doing so, Northern Arizona University (NAU) will join prestigious schools such as Harvard, Cornell and others who have successfully put this model into place within their universities. Traditionally, an EIR is brought on to assist businesses, usually in the realm of venture capitalism, with a multitude of things. For example, the seasoned entrepreneur may aid a company by … [Read more...] about NAU Implementing Entrepreneur in Residence
Traffic Disrupted – Road to Page Closed
US 89 in northern Arizona is closed because a 150-foot section of pavement buckled this morning about 25 miles south of Page, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. The cause is not related to weather and may be a geologic event. US 89 is closed northbound at US 89A, which takes traffic west toward Jacob Lake. In Page, US 89 is closed at the junction with State Route 98. The alternate route to Page will take drivers east on US 160 to SR 98 (about 50 … [Read more...] about Traffic Disrupted – Road to Page Closed
Council Passes Civil Rights Ordinance
The Flagstaff City Council is moving forward with its civil rights ordinance, offering protections to area residents who may face discrimination due to sexual orientation. The decision was unanimous. The measure (No. 2013-08) establishes a Civil Rights Ordinance, which will provide protections to people based on their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and veterans status in both employment and public accommodation. Flagstaff employers found guilty of discrimination could … [Read more...] about Council Passes Civil Rights Ordinance
County Crews Preparing For Winter Storm
With another winter storm preparing to enter the region late tonight, Coconino County Public Works crews are again prepared to keep County roads clear and passable. The National Weather Service in Flagstaff has issued a Winter Storm Warning from midnight Tuesday until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday for heavy snow and blowing snow. The heaviest snowfall will occur from after midnight until late morning and then become lighter throughout the early afternoon hours. However, the second leg of this … [Read more...] about County Crews Preparing For Winter Storm
Matt’s Chemo Bags Offering Comfort
Until his mom was diagnosed with cancer in 2008, Matt Ferguson said he was just like any other high school freshman. All he thought about was football and girls. But on an August day, his father called a family meeting and told Ferguson and his sister, Kelsey, their mother had cancer. “Everything changed. Their whole world changed,” said Ferguson’s mom, Julie, who is now a cancer survivor. “He had to learn how to take care of himself and others. It was a real turning point in Matt’s … [Read more...] about Matt’s Chemo Bags Offering Comfort
Student Debt as the New Mortgage Crisis?
For millions of Americans, the door to employment has been opened by college degrees, many of which have been financed by student loans. But these are now the largest form of unsecured household debt in our country. When the subprime mortgage crisis sent the economy into a downward spiral, the national focus was aimed at trying to better protect our financial system and consumers. This sparked the creation of government agencies such as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) that … [Read more...] about Student Debt as the New Mortgage Crisis?
Main Street Catering has New Partner
David DeGraff, owner of Main Street Catering, recently teamed up with Sean Mannina of Artisan's Kitchen in a joint culinary venture. Main Street Catering, now in its 25th year, and Artisan's Kitchen, in its fifth year, have moved into a shared kitchen in Kachina Square, where the two businesses will continue to operate independently, with frequent opportunities for collaboration. Artisan's Kitchen serves primarily as a food provider for other businesses. "The idea is that we make it, and they … [Read more...] about Main Street Catering has New Partner
Flying into the Future
Ideas that grow into something real and wonderful often come from the most unexpected places. Ask Eric Savage how he got the idea for his company, First Flight Education, and he will tell you that it happened on a Saturday when he was doing research at a university with pilots in a flight simulator. His wife, a principal at the time, came in and was so taken aback by what she saw that she planted the seed for a new business: "Make these simulators mobile so that you can get them into the … [Read more...] about Flying into the Future