Kim Davis knows hospitality. Born in Texas, she spent the summers on her family’s dude ranch near Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she grew up waiting tables, cleaning dishes and cabins, and saddling up horses for trail rides. “I love to meet people from all over the world,” she said. Her career has included managing events for Marriot properties in Newport Beach and Scottsdale. Don “Woody” Woodin, her business partner and husband, owned a construction company and personnel business in Santa Fe, … [Read more...] about Full House
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Floating Anxiety, Depression, Pain Away
There have been a lot of theories floating around about the best way to get some good rest, but Reduced Environment Stimulus Therapy (REST) just might have emerged as the perfect modality. In her quest to find a place or thing that could ease the pain of loss, True REST Float Spa Sedona owner Rene Russell found it in floating in a Pod (an extremely large tub with a lid) filled with skin-temperature water mixed with a conglomeration of 1,000 pounds of Epsom salts, 40% magnesium – a recipe that … [Read more...] about Floating Anxiety, Depression, Pain Away
John Conley Creates Fat Bagels
Greg Klause was living the good life in New Jersey, semi-retired and working a few days at a local ski resort during the winter season until a phone call buzzed in from his good friend, Chef John Conley. “Hey Greg, how would you like to come to Flagstaff and run my new restaurant, Fat Bagels,” said Conley, as Klause recalls. After pondering the question for a few moments, Klause said, “Yes!” “I just couldn’t resist a good opportunity,” he said. “I love a good authentic New York kettle-boiled … [Read more...] about John Conley Creates Fat Bagels
New Public Art, Beautification Projects Planned for 2024
The City of Flagstaff’s Beautification, Arts and Sciences is starting the New Year strong, anticipating the completion of more than 18 art and beautification projects in 2024. From large endeavors like Aspen Niche and the Indigenous & Multi-Cultural Representation sculpture exhibition, to smaller undertakings like art wraps, murals and community gardens, these projects – by, for and of the community – will continue to shape the city’s identity and character while promoting creativity and … [Read more...] about New Public Art, Beautification Projects Planned for 2024
Diana Gabaldon to Headline Lowell Observatory’s I Heart Pluto Festival
“Outlander” series author Diana Gabaldon has been named as the keynote speaker for Lowell Observatory’s 2024 I Heart Pluto Festival’s Night of Discovery event. Gabaldon is an award-winning author and the great-granddaughter of Stanley Sykes, a pivotal figure in Lowell’s history. The event will be at the historic Orpheum Theater in downtown Flagstaff on Feb. 17. Gabaldon will share her insights and reflect on this unique familial connection, bridging her creative world with the scientific … [Read more...] about Diana Gabaldon to Headline Lowell Observatory’s I Heart Pluto Festival
Flagstaff Ushers in the New Year with the Weatherford Hotel’s Great Pinecone Drop
Fireworks lighted the night as thousands of revelers joined in singalongs and shouted out the countdown to 2024 at the Weatherford Hotel’s annual New Year’s Eve Great Pinecone Drop in historic downtown Flagstaff. “We are so honored that this event has become a Flagstaff tradition and that it brings together locals and visitors in the spirit of goodwill, joy and hope for the New Year,” said Henry Taylor, who owns the Weatherford Hotel with his wife, Pamela “Sam” Green. Weatherford Hotel Host, … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Ushers in the New Year with the Weatherford Hotel’s Great Pinecone Drop
Jumping into the Holiday Season with Prayers Answered
Known as one of the highest cities in the United States, Flagstaff now has another hallmark that has residents jumping for joy, Levitate Adventure Park. The family-owned, 24,000-square-foot facility is a giant fun machine that offers an assortment of patented SHOCK built trampolines, a full café and food court, the largest arcade in Flagstaff and an area for hosting parties and events. The fun includes dunk-hoop basketball, a zipline, an inflatable jump house for ages 6 and under, a dodgeball … [Read more...] about Jumping into the Holiday Season with Prayers Answered
Winter has Arrived at Arizona Snowbowl
On the western slope of Mount Humphreys, Arizona’s highest point and most recognizable geologic feature on the San Francisco Peaks, the Arizona Snowbowl team – along with skiers and snowboarders from around the state and beyond – have embraced the start of another winter season at Snowbowl. Arizona Snowbowl opened the 2023/2024 winter season on Friday morning, Nov. 17, with celebratory cheers on the Grand Canyon Express Chairlift and the Little Spruce Conveyor, offering access to four … [Read more...] about Winter has Arrived at Arizona Snowbowl
NAU $2 Billion Master Plan Approved
Northern Arizona University intends to add up to 1,200 beds of on-campus housing, build three parking garages and expand the library under a 10-year plan recently approved by the Arizona Board of Regents. The Sustainable Smart Campus Master Plan is a flexible framework for NAU’s future infrastructure. It includes projects totaling more than $2 billion. The plan identifies planned renovations of 23 existing buildings. Those renovations would consume about one-third of the $2 billion in potential … [Read more...] about NAU $2 Billion Master Plan Approved
Women Wranglers Lead the Mule Pack at the Grand Canyon
The mules at the Xanterra Travel Collection Grand Canyon South Rim Mule Operations are trained for a women’s touch, because all of the trail guide wranglers at the Grand Canyon are women. Although it hasn’t been documented, this might be historic. “As far as I know, it’s the first time for an all-woman trail guide team of wranglers. It’s very unique,” said Grand Canyon South Rim Mule Operations Manager John Berry. “It’s also the first time I’ve been a boss of an all-woman trail guide … [Read more...] about Women Wranglers Lead the Mule Pack at the Grand Canyon