Northern Arizona is now home to a new bioscience company developing antivenoms against Arizona’s common venomous animals. The new company, BioVeteria Life Sciences LLC (BioVeteria,) has chosen Prescott as a home base for their veterinary operations. They have active rattlesnake and scorpion antivenin programs underway. A news release says BioVeteria’s presence further strengthens Arizona’s growing bioscience and comparative research programs. BioVeteria Animal Health, LLC has started … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Home to New AntiVenom Company
Local News
Government Shutdown Averted
U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, DDS (AZ-01) issued the following statement in response to the passage of the short-term/the continuing resolution: “I voted for this continuing resolution H.R. 1463 so we can continue to fund our brave men and women fighting overseas to defend our freedom. However, I am very disappointed in the lack of leadership from the Senate and the Administration and their unwillingness to make serious spending cuts. I look forward to continuing the fight against this … [Read more...] about Government Shutdown Averted
Governor Tells Agencies to Prepare for Federal Shutdown
Governor Jan Brewer has asked her state agencies to prepare for a possible shutdown of the federal government beginning Saturday, April 9. This shutdown would impact non-essential federal programs, facilities and properties. Operations of the military, postal service, air traffic control, border patrol and other essential federal services would continue. Governor Brewer called state agency directors into a special meeting Thursday afternoon to discuss contingency plans in the event of a … [Read more...] about Governor Tells Agencies to Prepare for Federal Shutdown
New Senior VP For Sunwest Bank
Sunwest Bank, one of the healthiest community banks in the Western Region of the United States, has hired leading Orange County banker Matt Rogers as Senior Vice President and Team Leader in the Commercial Banking group. Rogers will manage a team of lenders specializing in rediscount lines of credit for specialty finance companies, along with traditional commercial and industrial business lending. Rogers will be based in Sunwest’s Anaheim office, but will also work frequently with the … [Read more...] about New Senior VP For Sunwest Bank
Motorcycle Franchisee Honored
Owners of Flagstaff's EagleRider are winners of the Eagles Nest Award for best franchise facility, issued by EagleRider. The world’s largest motorcycle rental and tour company, made the announcement at its annual convention. Flagstaff owners Peter and Mickey Fischer and Hans Mantler were honored during the event. “I am thrilled to be recognized by EagleRider as one of the top performers for 2010, and I’m still letting it soak in,” said Mantler. “I worked hard last year because I am very … [Read more...] about Motorcycle Franchisee Honored
Committed To Serving Up Quality
Many would agree that Paul and Laura Moir are a well-matched couple. As owners of Brix and Criollo restaurants in Flagstaff, they are on the same page with values that have made the establishments popular: excellent service, sustainability and organic offerings. They met in 1996 while working in a Phoenix area restaurant. With college degrees in hand, the couple moved to Denver to try careers in the corporate world. After two years, the experience convinced them that they needed to follow … [Read more...] about Committed To Serving Up Quality
SouthWest Windpower–Globe Sustainability Award
Personal wind turbine developer internationally recognized for contributions to sustainable living Southwest Windpower, the world’s leading manufacturer of small wind turbines, has been awarded a Globe Sustainability Innovation Award, recognizing the company’s economic, social and ecological innovations that contribute to developing a sustainable society. “Southwest Windpower stands out as a principled manufacturer of sustainable, renewable energy products that represent true innovation … [Read more...] about SouthWest Windpower–Globe Sustainability Award
Snowbowl Moving Forward With Expansion Plans
Arizona Snowbowl near Flagstaff is moving forward with expansion plans, after an attempt to block development was denied. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected the request filed by the Save the Peaks Coalition and a citizens group. They say construction and use of snowmaking equipment would harm the environment. This follows a ruling four moths ago by the Federal District Court, ruling the U.S. Forest Service adequately considered the safety of using reclaimed water to make snow on the … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Moving Forward With Expansion Plans
Schultz Fire Flood Area Study Released
Coconino County recently received the results of an in-depth Hydraulics Study of the Schultz Fire/Flood area. The Hydraulics Study was conducted to understand the expected routes, depth and velocity of flood water under various storm events. The study reveals over 300 homes are at high hazard risk due to deep water and/or high velocity of water. The homes at high risk extend near the forest service boundary above the Timberline area, through to the Doney Park area. Given the critical … [Read more...] about Schultz Fire Flood Area Study Released
Albert Hale Appeals to Paul Gosar on Budget Cuts
Rep. Albert Hale, D-St. Michaels (District 2), recently met with Republican Congressman Paul Gosar at Gosar’s office in Flagstaff. Discussion included current budget proposals at the state and federal level and a request for the Congressman’s support with specific issues relating to the area Hale serves. “The proposed cuts will greatly impact services to Native people living on and off Indian reservations. In a time when many are struggling, these cuts will take away the only … [Read more...] about Albert Hale Appeals to Paul Gosar on Budget Cuts