There are lots of activities going on in Northern Arizona for Cardinals Camp, but in between training sessions, Bearizona welcomes visitors to come check out the park which is located in Williams, AZ just 30 miles west of Flagstaff. Bearizona’s animal residents are busy working hard in preparation for training camp (see attached photo). Not to be outdone by the amazing Arizona cardinals, the bear cubs have even started working on their tackling drills! Here at Bearizona we are HUGE bears … [Read more...] about Bearizona Welcoming Arizona Cardinals
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Flagstaff Scientist Awarded Early Career Award
Justin Hagerty, Ph.d, a research geologist with the U.S. Geological Survey, was named one of President Obama's recipients of the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, the highest honor bestowed by the United States government on science and engineering professionals in the early stages of their independent research careers. Hagerty, an accomplished research geologist, studied the formation of the Moon and discovered the answer to a long-standing riddle of the Moon’s … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Scientist Awarded Early Career Award
Flagstaff Surgical Associates Opening Clinic
Drs. Nate Tritle and Brad Andrews are proud to announce the grand opening of Flagstaff Surgical Associates Audiology. Erica Hansen, Au.D. has joined our team to offer complete hearing evaluations, hearing aid services and ear protection products for patients of all ages. We are conveniently located at 77 West Forest Avenue, Suite 212. To schedule an appointment, please call our office at 773-2257. Most major insurance plans accepted. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Surgical Associates Opening Clinic
Moving Rural Arizona Forward
People in rural Arizona face unique challenges. Many still don’t have access to modern broadband internet and in too many cases our rural communities rely on aging infrastructure to provide vital utilities. Declaring that “all Americans deserve a fair shot”, President Obama and Department of Agriculture Secretary Vilsack have made a strong commitment to helping rural America. They recognize that rural America is where our values as a nation and our “can-do” spirit as a people are … [Read more...] about Moving Rural Arizona Forward
Governor Launching Schools Report Card Site
Governor Jan Brewer today launched the “Arizona Ready Education Report Card,” an online data tool designed to monitor the State’s progress in reaching its educational goals. View the Education Report Card at www.ArizonaReady.com. “This online Education Report Card puts right at parents’ finger tips some of the most critical information about the quality of our schools and the achievement of our students,” said Governor Brewer. “With this novel, user-friendly tool, parents and … [Read more...] about Governor Launching Schools Report Card Site
Flagstaff Boys and Girls Club Hiring New Director
The recently formed Flagstaff Boys and Girls Club Board of Directors has hired Steve Conrad as their new Executive Director. In an agreement with the City of Flagstaff, the Boys and Girls club will open this July in what was formally the Cogdill Recreation Center. This 8,750 square foot building located at 301 S. Paseo Del Flag near the NAU campus will provide educational, recreational, fine arts and leadership development programs for school age youth with special focus on children … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Boys and Girls Club Hiring New Director
Inaugural Hearts 911 Race a Success
A total of 53 runners were greeted by warm sunshine and warm people at the 7:30 a.m. start of the inaugural Hearts 911 Mount Elden Ultimate Challenge and 10K held in Flagstaff on June 30. A fundraiser for heart screening tests for first responders, the race was a challenging 10.3 mile run up and over Mount Elden, descending on the Heart Trail to Sandy Seep. The shorter 10K race climbed Mount Elden Lookout Road for 3.1 miles, then turned around and finished at the starting line for … [Read more...] about Inaugural Hearts 911 Race a Success
Mural Bringing Lumberjack Images to Downtown
“Town and gown” is an expression often used to characterize the divide between a community and its university. Both are uniquely reliant on the other, and like any long-term partnership, at times the relationship can seem strained. An ad hoc consortium of stakeholders is working to improve Northern Arizona University and Flagstaff’s relationship through art. Stroll past downtown’s 18 N. Leroux and you might catch a glimpse of what is taking shape – a 700-square-foot mural depicting the … [Read more...] about Mural Bringing Lumberjack Images to Downtown
Updating Flagstaff Real Estate
June 2012 finds Flagstaff home sales healthier than they were one year ago, but still leaving much to be desired for both buyers and sellers. Volume of Flagstaff single-family homes sold was up over 18% in June compared with June 2011. Driving that volume was a median price drop of 11% year-to-year. For buyers, there is just not much to choose from in any price range. The most selection this month is found in the $300,000 to $400,000 range. Below that range, homes get quickly snapped up so … [Read more...] about Updating Flagstaff Real Estate
Free Lecture: Cancer 101
Cancer 101- What you need to know about cancer is the topic of the July 17 Take Note Flagstaff Lecture Series, sponsored by Flagstaff Medical Center. The Tuesday, July 17 lecture will feature radiation oncologist Pamela Vanderwall, M.D. The free presentation is 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the East Flagstaff Community Library, 3000 N. Fourth Street. To R.S.V.P. or for more information on this free event, call 928 773-2080. Dr. Vanderwall will discuss the basics of cancer biology, causes, … [Read more...] about Free Lecture: Cancer 101