All across the country, and certainly here in Northern Arizona, there are fewer family doctors than ever before. “I really like what I do and I feel privileged to serve in this community,” said Brad Frank, M.D., a Flagstaff family practitioner. He sees patients of all ages and prides himself on spending an appropriate time with his patients, ensuring he is answering their questions and addressing their needs. But he’s one of only a small number of primary care physicians (doctors who do not … [Read more...] about Are Family Physicians a Thing of the Past?
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Four Deputy City Manager Finalists Named
The four finalists have been invited to Flagstaff to interview for the job of Deputy City Manager this week. The City of Flagstaff received 117 applications and conducted phone interviews with 13 candidates prior to selecting the four finalists. The finalists include: Jay R. Harrington, currently the City Manager of Cortez, Colorado, has served in a variety of City government positions since 1991 including Town Manager of Telluride, Colorado. He holds a Master of Urban and Regional Planning … [Read more...] about Four Deputy City Manager Finalists Named
County Residents Want Higher Education Opportunities
Higher education was the topic of a survey of northern Coconino County communities by Coconino Community College, and the Arizona Hospitality Resource and Research Center at Northern Arizona University. The survey was conducted as part of the college's three-year Strategic Plan, to gather information about the college's image and community expectations for the college. A similar survey was conducted last year at the Grand Canyon, Tusayan, Williams areas, and other western Coconino County … [Read more...] about County Residents Want Higher Education Opportunities
Andy Tobin Named Speaker of the House
Andy Tobin, R. Paulden, is the new Speaker of the Arizona House of Representatives. FBN caught up with Mr. Tobin to talk about his appointment and the year ahead for Arizona businesses. “I am truly honored to have the support of the members of the House of Representatives as we continue to address some of the most difficult challenges Arizona has ever faced. To do that we intend to stay on the winning path Kirk Adams set this last session. The voters sent us here to make Arizona a better … [Read more...] about Andy Tobin Named Speaker of the House
Osama Bin Laden Dead
Osama bin Laden is dead after a reported firefight outside of Islamabad, Pakistan. President Barak Obama said justice has been done, calling the killing 'the most significant achievement to date in our nation's effort to defeat al Qaeda.' The President read a speech this evening. "And so shortly after taking office, I directed Leon Panetta, the director of the CIA, to make the killing or capture of bin Laden the top priority of our war against al Qaeda, even as we continued our broader … [Read more...] about Osama Bin Laden Dead
Business Continually Working to Improve Sustainability
Every day, many people drive by a Flagstaff business that epitomizes being green. It has earned rankings as one of the most sustainable corporations in the world. SCA Tissue, on Butler Avenue (across the street from HomCo Ace Hardware), has a nondescript storefront. But behind its doors, an impressive recycling process is underway most days of the year, providing material for tissue and hand towels. SCA is an acronym for Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget, which translates to Swedish Cellulose … [Read more...] about Business Continually Working to Improve Sustainability
Preparing for Fire Season–Neighborhood Watch
The Coconino County Sheriff, Bill Pribil, will be joined by supervisors Mandy Metzger and Liz Archuleta for Neighborhood Watch meetings this week. Tuesday, May 3d, a Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held at Fire Station 33 on North Highway 89. Ralph Baierlein who is the President of Friends of Northern Arizona Forests will speak about plans for his organization to work with the Forest Service to restore the Schultz Burn Area. Sheriff Bill Pribil and staff will give a presentation on the … [Read more...] about Preparing for Fire Season–Neighborhood Watch
SCA in Flagstaff Honors Employee
A new tree is taking root outside the SCA Flagstaff plant. Employees planted two Fantasy Maple trees to honor Darron Smith, a 17 year employee who died earlier this year. Smith was heavily involved in the facility's safety and environmental programs including the wastewater treament program. He was recently certified to perform internal audits for ISO 14001 environmental certification at the facility. The tree planting ceremony was attended by about a dozen SCA employees and … [Read more...] about SCA in Flagstaff Honors Employee
Businesses/Fans Welcome Sedona Bluegrass Festival
Head-lining the upcoming fifth Sedona Bluegrass Festival is one of Bluegrass’s most respected artists as a singer, songwriter, band leader and instrumentalist. Claire Lynch brings a style and presence that has captured fans and critics alive. The fifth Sedona Bluegrass Festival May 4-8 will feature the Claire Lynch Band in residence along with Festival icons Crystal Ridge and the Burnett Family Bluegrass Bands This year’s Festival is complemented by the Jack Webb New Orleans Jazz Band and … [Read more...] about Businesses/Fans Welcome Sedona Bluegrass Festival
US 93 Near Hoover Dam –State Project of the Year
The federal project to construct a bridge on US 93 over the Hoover Dam was a historic engineering accomplishment. Just as challenging for Arizona, however, was improving the highway’s approach to the new bridge to move traffic quickly and safely, all while respecting critical environmental considerations. The success of the Arizona Department of Transportation’s work to improve a 15-mile stretch of US 93 leading to the new Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge has led to recognition … [Read more...] about US 93 Near Hoover Dam –State Project of the Year