We were starry-eyed 20-somethings when we opened Arizona Music Pro,” said Meg Roederer from the full-service musical instrument company in downtown Flagstaff. “We had the entrepreneurial spirit. And here we are 25 years later – we are so grateful.” In 1994, Lance and Meg Roederer opened Arizona Music Pro (AMP) shortly after they both graduated from Northern Arizona University. Each brought different strengths to the business: Lance possessed the music background and business experience while … [Read more...] about Arizona Music Pro Serving Music Scene for 25 Years
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Dan Kasprzyk, Russ Yelton, Drinking Horn Meadery Honored in Moonshot Awards
Dan Kasprzyk, founder of startups Symple Surgical and Poba Medical, received the Carolyn Shoemaker Award at the first Moonshot Entrepreneur Awards, presented by Moonshot at NACET, the region’s entrepreneurial development program. The Shoemaker Award was created to honor entrepreneurs who have graduated from the Moonshot program at NACET and gone on to establish businesses in the greater Flagstaff area that hire local employees. The recipient is chosen by a panel made up of members of the … [Read more...] about Dan Kasprzyk, Russ Yelton, Drinking Horn Meadery Honored in Moonshot Awards
Kilauea One Year Later
For the first time since 1983, Kīlauea Volcano, on the Big Island of Hawaii, is not erupting. The world’s most active volcano ended its 35-year magma run in a spectacular grand finale of fiery fountains and high-volume molten rock rivers between May and August 2018. As a result of the massive and explosive event, much has changed: scientists now have a better understanding of how Hawaii works; drones have earned their place in the study and safety of future volatile events; and the Big Island … [Read more...] about Kilauea One Year Later
Testing for Deadly Radon
Radon occurs naturally from the breakdown of uranium found in rocks, soil and sometimes well water. It can seep into homes through the foundation, cracks in the slab, sump pumps, plumbing pipes and crawl spaces. The inspectors say it is a serious and dangerous carcinogen.ertified radon inspectors Bill Branch, Drew Ramsey and John McCartney have joined forces to educate Northern Arizonans about the dangers of the invisible, radioactive gas. “The campaign to educate the public has been slow, … [Read more...] about Testing for Deadly Radon
Soulstice Publishing Makes Its Debut in a Love Letter
A collection of heartbreak and triumph, a grammatically correct scrapbook, a gallery of original watercolor paintings and a distance runner’s training guide, “To Imogene, a Flagstaff Love Letter,” is an artfully illustrated and emotionally fueled book of many books. It chronicles experiences from more than 70 local runners who have been called to the mountain pass that connects Ouray to Telluride, Colorado. From astronomer Nat White’s “Amazing Grace” trombone solo on the abandoned mining … [Read more...] about Soulstice Publishing Makes Its Debut in a Love Letter
Winter Parking Ordinance begins Friday Nov. 1
Coconino County’s annual Winter Parking Ordinance 2017-11 will be in effect between Friday, Nov. 1 and Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The ordinance requires parking restrictions from County maintained rights-of-way during snow season and for the enforcement of parking restrictions either by citation or towing. Between Nov. 1 – April 1 of each year, motor vehicles must be kept clear of County maintained rights of way. Any vehicle parked in prohibited areas reserve the right to be cited or towed at … [Read more...] about Winter Parking Ordinance begins Friday Nov. 1
Exploring Lowell’s Expanding Universe
Just as Lowell Observatory invited the public to experience the new Giovale Open Deck Observatory (GODO) starting this month, with its glowing educational exhibits and first-of-its-kind collection of six advanced telescopes, plans about the next phase of the master plan, a $29 million Astronomy Discovery Center (ADC), are coming into focus. Lowell Deputy Director for Marketing and Communications Danielle Adams says the ambitious three-story construction project is expected to be completed in … [Read more...] about Exploring Lowell’s Expanding Universe
Arizona Nordic Village Discounting Season Passes
Bucking the trend of the ski industry, Arizona Nordic Village has lowered its prices for 2019-20 season passes in an effort to invite more participation and improve accessibility to the sport, with preseason passes dipping even lower. General Manager Evan Reimondo says price cuts have been made across all season pass categories, but the most significant slashes have occurred in the “Couples” and “Family Pass” options. “I want to lower the hurdle for families to cross-country ski. It’s such a … [Read more...] about Arizona Nordic Village Discounting Season Passes
Lisa Dahl Does it Again as Butterfly Burger Takes Off
She has taken the burger to a whole new dimension,” exclaimed Diane Lange of Sedona after savoring Chef Lisa Dahl’s Gringo Burger. “It’s the freshness mixed with special herbs and spices that make it unique and cosmopolitan.” The all-natural, certified Black Angus creation with white aged cheddar and Louis remoulade on a bed of shredded romaine and crispy onion strings served on an artisan bun and topped with a sweet baby gherkin pickle was the Scottsdale Burger Battle People’s Choice Winner … [Read more...] about Lisa Dahl Does it Again as Butterfly Burger Takes Off
Leading Ladies Honored by Girl Scouts
For every box of cookies sold, there may well be a life-changing story to be told about the Girl Scouts, and those attending the 2019 Women of Distinction Awards Banquet at Little America got a tasty dose of heartfelt narratives of compassion and dedication. Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus-Pine (GSACP) Deputy Director Christina Spicer kicked off the program with opening remarks. “We know that girls thrive when they have the support of caring adults who encourage them. By investing in girls, we … [Read more...] about Leading Ladies Honored by Girl Scouts