Glowing in the evenings like a festive holiday ornament, the Weatherford Hotel’s legendary Great Pinecone is in position and serving as a vision of hope, peace and prosperity above Flagstaff’s historic downtown district this holiday season. The storied Victorian hotel will host three Pinecone lowerings on New Year’s Eve, along with the grand VIP Golden Ticket evening event, where revelers will usher in the New Year in style. “This is our favorite time of year,” said Weatherford Hotel co-owner … [Read more...] about Great Pinecone to Shine with Holiday Spirit and Tradition at Weatherford Hotel
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ATHENA Award Nominations Being Accepted by Flagstaff Chamber
For more than three decades, the Greater Flagstaff Chamber has chosen to invest in the spirit of the ATHENA Leadership Awards as a way of recognizing female leaders that might otherwise go unnoticed for the passion and dedication they bring to the workplace and the community. The ATHENA is an international award with a mission to support, develop and honor female leaders, inspire females to achieve their full potential and create balance in leadership. Each year, the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of … [Read more...] about ATHENA Award Nominations Being Accepted by Flagstaff Chamber
Managing Stress, Staying Healthy, Boosting Energy through the Holiday Season
While earning her degree in journalism and public relations at Arizona State University, Roberta Hughes took a yoga class to fill a mandatory requirement for physical education. Each time she met up with friends afterward, they noticed a distinct serenity about her. Today, this queen of calm teaches people all over the country how to reduce the impact of stress, soothe their central nervous system, increase their energy and boost their immune system with her wellness programs that include yoga, … [Read more...] about Managing Stress, Staying Healthy, Boosting Energy through the Holiday Season
Shine in the New Year
Visibility helps businesspeople build awareness, establish credibility and gain exposure to a larger audience, which can lead to promotions in organizations and more ideal clients for entrepreneurs. Visibility also connects consumers with products, services and ideas that could positively impact lives and even the world. Visibility is power and the possibility for wonderful outcomes. However, a disturbing report published in the Harvard Business Review by Priya Fielding-Singh, Devon … [Read more...] about Shine in the New Year
Grand Canyon/Williams KOA Campground Recognized with President’s Award at Annual Convention
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA), the world’s largest system of open-to-the-public campgrounds, has announced that the Grand Canyon/Williams KOA Journey campground earned the KOA President’s Award. This prestigious award was presented Nov. 16 at Kampgrounds of America, Inc.’s Annual International Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. The KOA President’s Award is presented to those campgrounds that meet exceptional quality standards and receive high customer service scores from their camping … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon/Williams KOA Campground Recognized with President’s Award at Annual Convention
Sinema, Kelly Announce $24 Million for I-17 Construction to Prevent Wildlife-Vehicle Collisions
Nearly $24 million will be invested to construct 16.8 total miles of new wildlife fencing along I-17 to prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions from the bipartisan infrastructure law led by Senator Kyrsten Sinema and shaped by Senator Mark Kelly. “Arizonans driving along I-17 will enjoy safer travel thanks to our bipartisan infrastructure law delivering real, life-saving results,” said Sinema, co-author and lead negotiator of the bipartisan infrastructure law. “I-17 is one of the most dangerous … [Read more...] about Sinema, Kelly Announce $24 Million for I-17 Construction to Prevent Wildlife-Vehicle Collisions
Flagstaff Airport Officials Aiming to Land More Airlines
Flagstaff airport officials are facing headwinds in their efforts to lure airlines and more travel routes to Flagstaff Pulliam Airport. They have been working to bring additional service to Flagstaff one year after United Airlines discontinued its flights between Flagstaff and Denver. American Airlines is the sole air carrier serving Flagstaff, with up to eight daily flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Brian Gall, Flagstaff airport … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Airport Officials Aiming to Land More Airlines
Legendary Navajo Rug on Display in Winslow
One of the world’s largest Navajo rugs is back home in Winslow after changing hands seven times and disappearing for decades, including being stored in a pickup truck in Flagstaff. The magnificent Hubbell-Joe Rug is on display at Winslow’s Affeldt Mion Museum. An exhibit of the 86-year-old rug opened Sept. 2 at the museum, housed in the restored train depot at La Posada Hotel. At 21 feet 4 inches by 32 feet 7 inches, it was the largest known Navajo rug for 40 years until the slightly larger … [Read more...] about Legendary Navajo Rug on Display in Winslow
Moonshot Launches Campaign to Propel Future Missions
Moonshot, an entrepreneurial and workforce development non-profit organization, is unveiling its inaugural two-year campaign, aimed at advancing its mission to bolster startups and foster economic prosperity across rural Arizona and beyond. In 2017, Moonshot embarked on a profound rebranding journey, inspired by Flagstaff’s historic role in the Apollo moon landings. Mirroring Flagstaff’s contribution to the triumphant Apollo 11 mission, Moonshot empowers emerging businesses by providing … [Read more...] about Moonshot Launches Campaign to Propel Future Missions
Homebrewers Across the Four Corners Region Rely on Adam Harrington
If you’ve ever had the gut feeling that fermented food is good for you, you’re right. Recent studies have shown that kimchi, tepache, cider and sourdough are healthy for the tummy and surprisingly, even a beer a day can be beneficial. What’s really cool is these are all do-it-yourself (DIY) nutriments, and High Altitude Homebrew Supply Owner Adam Harrington can guide you in the right direction to all the ingredients to make them. “Tepache is a South American drink made from fermented … [Read more...] about Homebrewers Across the Four Corners Region Rely on Adam Harrington