The front door of the Grand Canyon Café in downtown Flagstaff was swinging open and shut multiple times on Wednesday, Sept. 13, and two waitresses inside moved rapidly between booths alive with animated and hungry customers seated for late breakfast or early lunches. The smell of frying bacon and eggs and toasting bread wafted out from the kitchen in the rear of the establishment. Mid-September was especially busy at the iconic Route 66 dining spot, as devoted patrons visited to pay their … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Cafe Turns to New Chapter
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Astronomers, Dreamers Planning for Total Eclipse
In less than a year, professional astronomers, amateur sky gazers and inexpert laypeople will gather across the country to experience what some consider one of nature’s most breathtaking phenomena. It marks a singular moment in time when analytical meets spiritual, a convergence of logic and emotion. It is the type of event that can elicit tears from the most hardened observer, unbridled shouts of joy from the most passive participant and instant bonding between people of all backgrounds and … [Read more...] about Astronomers, Dreamers Planning for Total Eclipse
The Barn Bros Offering Low-Priced Items, Community Support
Brothers-in-law Ben Forstie and Josh Makela did not intend to start a business and never considered opening a recycled home furnishing store. But as fate would have it, the brothers opened The Barn Bros a year ago. Humble Beginnings On a summer day in 2015, Forstie came across what he considered to be a great deal on a camp trailer and, on a whim, purchased the trailer. He did not need a trailer, but thought it was just too good to pass up. The plan was to quickly resell the … [Read more...] about The Barn Bros Offering Low-Priced Items, Community Support
Researcher Chases Giant Prehistoric Reptile for Triassic Understanding
At least 10 million years before dinosaurs ruled the world, very large and probably fierce reptiles dominated the muddy coastal plains of what is now Northern Arizona and New Mexico. Scientists say Arizonasaurus babbitti, a primitive crocodile-like meat-eater, was among the very first. Research into the 13-foot-long carnivore has shed light on the Middle Triassic age and paleontologists believe the predator has more to tell. A leading Arizonasaurus babbitti expert, vertebrate paleontologist … [Read more...] about Researcher Chases Giant Prehistoric Reptile for Triassic Understanding
River Rafting Business Keeping Outfitters Afloat
The Colorado River touts some of the wildest rapids in the world, but what may not be so well known is the wave of impact this river has on the Flagstaff economy. Alongside the 15 commercial local river running companies in Flagstaff is a quiet but significant river running support industry for private trips. River outfitters supply transportation, rafts, food, sleeping bags and portable toilets. “While a commercial river trip provides all amenities, private river trips do it all … [Read more...] about River Rafting Business Keeping Outfitters Afloat
Popular Flagstaff Eateries Receive Makeovers
Those who had the misfortune of being away from Flagstaff this summer might do a double take when they revisit Buster’s Restaurant & Bar and Olive Garden Italian Kitchen. Loyal guests might miss their favorite booth, but owners and managers of both establishments say popular, comfort foods like zucchini muffins, lavosh, lasagna classico and all-you-can-eat breadsticks are not going anywhere! Contemporary Surf, Turf “We bought Buster’s in May 2015 and for the first six months, … [Read more...] about Popular Flagstaff Eateries Receive Makeovers
Sedona’s New Crystal Magic: Salt
The only time a health professional usually mentions salt is to warn the public not to eat too much of the most basic food additive, as it raises blood pressure, affects kidney function and more. However, people have known for thousands of years that the right kind of exposure to salt appears to have surprising health benefits, and many swear by the healing effects of an Epsom salts bath. While therapies involving salt are not new to Northern Arizona, two new Sedona businesses are now offering a … [Read more...] about Sedona’s New Crystal Magic: Salt
Flagstaff’s Super Re-Models
Executive board rooms, expansive meeting space, charming patios, locally-sourced food, stunning artwork and a feeling that is uniquely Northern Arizona greet tourists, business travelers, families and locals as Flagstaff’s mainstay properties up their game. Little America; Lots of Luxury At Little America, it is a combination of contemporary elegance and warm comfort – the kind of feeling you would get at your aunt’s house if she lived in a massive, lodge-like mansion on 500 … [Read more...] about Flagstaff’s Super Re-Models
Innovative Solution to Age-Old Problem
Sometimes things that take a long time to create are well worth the wait. That may be the case for a rat contraceptive with global implications. ContraPest is the first product developed by SenesTech, a Flagstaff-based biotech company, which offers revolutionary technology to address the proliferation of rats in both urban and agricultural settings. The milky-white compound, which took a decade to develop, is sweet and attractive to rodents. When eaten by female rats, they become … [Read more...] about Innovative Solution to Age-Old Problem
Local Coffee House Expanding
Locally-owned KickStand Kafé is remodeling and expanding its location on Humphreys Street in Flagstaff. Construction started at the beginning of July. The project is expected to be completed by October, but the coffee shop will remain open throughout the renovation process. Temporary walls currently shield customers from construction of a new entry and patio on the north side of the building. The renovation also includes an additional drive-thru window near the front of the south side of the … [Read more...] about Local Coffee House Expanding