Longtime businessman Paul Kulpinski has filed paperwork for 2012 Mayoral Election. Organizers filed an Arizona Political Committee Statement of Organization at Flagstaff’s City Hall with the name Paul Kulpinski for Mayor. With this filing, Kulpinski becomes the first candidate for Mayor in the 2012 election. Kulpinski has lived in Flagstaff for 21 years and currently serves the community as an elected member of the Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board. He was elected to the … [Read more...] about Paul Kulpinski Running for Mayor
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Arizonans Uncertain About Future Healthcare Options
Healthcare is a significant part of the economy in Northern Arizona and one of the few areas with continued growth during the recent recession. But continuing uncertainties about Medicaid cuts are a big headache for local hospitals and health centers across the region. “None of the proposals look good,” said Bill Bradel, president and CEO of Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC), where 30 percent of patients are currently on Medicaid. Partly due to large numbers of small employers who don’t provide … [Read more...] about Arizonans Uncertain About Future Healthcare Options
Number of Registered Independents Rising
The growth of Arizona's registered independents is continuing to rise much quicker than affiliations with the Republican and Democratic parties. Overall growth of registered voters has reached about 3.2 million, a figure Secretary of State Ken Bennett is attributing to online voting registration. Many voters are also attracted to the option of voting by mail. Figures just released by the Secretary of State's office reveal that since the most recent election, 48,023 people have … [Read more...] about Number of Registered Independents Rising
FMC Receives $47,400 Susan G. Komen Grant
For the eighth year in a row, Flagstaff Medical Center’s Therapy Services Department has received a grant from the Phoenix Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The $47,400 grant will provide treatment to those who suffer with lymphedema, a painful side effect of breast cancer treatment. Additionally, grant funds will be used to provide massages for people undergoing treatment for breast cancer, and those who live in remote areas can receive help with gas and lodging so they can … [Read more...] about FMC Receives $47,400 Susan G. Komen Grant
Tax Revenues Up Significantly
Arizona's Department of Revenue is reporting increases in sales for the past month with collections of sales tax at more than $3.6 billion. The ADR's Elaine Smith tells Flagstaff Business News the figures are a healthy increase from the previous year. Significant gains were reported in car sales and general retail merchandise. MARCH 2011 Transaction Privilege and Use Tax Collections1 Major Categories March 2011 $369,860,450 March 2010 $345,549,254 (Smith says last year's figure … [Read more...] about Tax Revenues Up Significantly
Albertson’s LLC Tackling Diabetes Crisis
Albertson’s LLC is joining the Diabetes Prevention and Control Alliance, giving Albertson’s LLC shoppers access to the Alliance’s innovative, community-based programs that use proven approaches to help prevent and control diabetes. The retail grocery chain, which has more than 200 stores from Arizona to Florida, will support patients enrolled in the Alliance’s Diabetes Control Program at select store pharmacies. Albertson’s LLC joins UnitedHealth Group, the Y, Walgreen’s, Novo Nordisk and … [Read more...] about Albertson’s LLC Tackling Diabetes Crisis
Business Students at Upcoming Research Symposium
Over the past few semesters, Northern Arizona University (NAU) senior Tereas Bermensolo-Cutler has been working on not one, but two research projects – projects she has been preparing for presentation at this month’s NAU Undergraduate Symposium. Bermensolo-Cutler is analyzing the organizational structure of a global-financial services firm (Lehman Brothers) to see if its makeup played a role in bankrupting the company. In addition, she will be taking part in a group presentation. Last fall, … [Read more...] about Business Students at Upcoming Research Symposium
Fat Olives — New Wood Fired Pizzas
Taking his imagination and cooking skills to the next level, Salsa Brava owner/chef, John Conley is kicking off the opening of his new catering venture – Fat Olives. Fat Olives is a mobile, wood-fired pizza pie oven, offering Neopolitan pizza, unlike any you’ll find in Arizona. This style of pizza originating from Italy, typically is smothered with rich tomato sauce, and hand-made mozzarella cheese. “We use Caputo Tipo 00 flour that delivers both a crisp crust and a moist crumb. Staying … [Read more...] about Fat Olives — New Wood Fired Pizzas
Successful Season for Arizona Snowbowl
Arizona Snowbowl is closed for the ski season which lasted into April. There were 102 ski days and 266 inches of snow. During the recent closing ceremonies at the resort near Flagstaff, skiers and snowboarders celebrated the long season. “It has turned out to be a surprise season. We have been very fortunate with our snowfall this year”, states Dave Smith, Snowbowl’s Marketing Director. He described the conditions as incredible this year with snow and cooler temperatures. Staff at … [Read more...] about Successful Season for Arizona Snowbowl
NAU Students Help Green Hands USA
Green Hands USA is mobilized Americans on National Green Volunteer Day, April 16. Green Hands USA is a green event company committed to helping local communities advance their green projects and improve the health of all the country’s local environments. Arizona is already joining in and doing its part. On National Green Volunteer Day. The Northern Arizona University Student Environmental Caucus is led by Kevin Ordean, Bryan McLaren, and Nolan Bade. They have partnered with several … [Read more...] about NAU Students Help Green Hands USA