Roughly one million applications for small business loans are turned down by U.S. commercial banks every year, according to the Association for Enterprise Opportunity. Several economic development groups in Northern Arizona have come together to provide lending opportunities to those underserved … [Read more...] about Micro Loans Have Macro Impact
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Forest Canyon Being Recognized
The Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) has awarded Forest Canyon Endoscopy & Surgery, in Flagstaff, with its Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) award in recognition of their exemplary safety and health management systems. They join 26 other … [Read more...] about Forest Canyon Being Recognized
EmPOWER Arizona Plan Moving Forward
Governor Jan Brewer is announcing and accepting Master Energy Plan to help lead Arizona into a prosperous and reliable energy future. The Plan – titled emPOWER Arizona: Executive Energy Assessment and Pathways – was a collaborative effort by the Governor’s Office of Energy Policy, … [Read more...] about EmPOWER Arizona Plan Moving Forward
Repairs Started on 89A Near Page
One year after a landslide forced the closure US 89 south of Page, the Arizona Department of Transportation is gearing up to start construction early summer and potentially complete the emergency repair by the end of this year — if there are no environmental, utility or right-of-way … [Read more...] about Repairs Started on 89A Near Page
Arizona’s Political Season in Full Swing
The busy legislative season is underway at the state capitol, with lawmakers introducing legislation, working on budgets, and keeping an eye on the upcoming election season. Several of Arizona’s top spots will be on the minds of voters. The ballot will likely be filled with candidates for governor, … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Political Season in Full Swing
Flagstaff, You to Ought Be in Pictures
It’s an unforgettable milestone for one Flagstaff filmmaker’s career. As Hollywood celebrates its best and brightest at a myriad of award shows, one local had his own cinematic January to remember. A University of Arizona film graduate and part of a highly successful filmmaking troupe whose work … [Read more...] about Flagstaff, You to Ought Be in Pictures
The Arizona We Want
The Center for the Future of Arizona Chairman and CEO Dr. Lattie Coor today announced the appointment of Darcy Renfro as the inaugural director of The Arizona We Want Institute. Renfro will be responsible for strategic direction and management of the recently created Institute and its statewide … [Read more...] about The Arizona We Want
Health Care Act a Mixed Bag
Sometimes big ideas can have ragged launches. For example, implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the workings of the state's Federally Facilitated Exchange (FFE) are showing mixed results, according to local health insurance experts. Akin to Social Security, the ACA ultimately … [Read more...] about Health Care Act a Mixed Bag
Improving the Downtown Experience-Updated
The Flagstaff City Council has voted unanimously to move forward with forming a downtown business district. Several steps are still needed to formalize a district, which could bring benefits to business owners by improved management of downtown. Councilman Jeff Oravits says the district would … [Read more...] about Improving the Downtown Experience-Updated
Flagstaff Data Doctors Under New Management
Data Doctors of Flagstaff has been acquired by Jeff and Bret Schwimmer, franchisees with several locations in the Phoenix area. The store will continue to provide customers with the award-winning services for which Data Doctors has been recognized since 1988. The Schwimmers are adding new … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Data Doctors Under New Management