A renewed proposal to add a 1,000-bed private prison adjacent to the existing state prison facility in Winslow is getting community support at a time when residents of some other cities are coming out against similar proposals. While some people oppose building on the city’s prison economy, many … [Read more...] about New Prison Could Benefit Regional Economy
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A New Era for Flagstaff Telecom
Fueled by its takeover of Qwest, Louisiana-based CenturyLink has been growing like wildfire. But in a state that’s had more than enough wildfires recently, will this and Suddenlink’s recent acquisition of NPG Cable mean Flagstaff business and residential telecom customers will get an improvement on … [Read more...] about A New Era for Flagstaff Telecom
Wells Fargo #1 SBA Lender in Arizona
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC), America’s #1 small business lender, today announced it is the #1 Small Business Administration (SBA) 7 (a) lender in Arizona in amount of dollars loaned for the fifth consecutive year. Wells Fargo originated $84.2 million dollars in financing to Arizona … [Read more...] about Wells Fargo #1 SBA Lender in Arizona
AZBio and NACET Meet at Tinderbox
Oct. 18, Join NACET & AZBio and your bioscience and business community for an evening of conversation and connections. Business + BioScience is creating a better Arizona. The goal of the Beer and Bio networking events is to give you an opportunity to relax, reconnect, and start … [Read more...] about AZBio and NACET Meet at Tinderbox
Report Released on Sustainable Community Indicators
The much anticipated Sustainable Community Indicators Report has been published by SEDI (Sustainable Economic Development Initiative). The report provides over 100 metrics that demonstrate the integration of sustainability concepts and practices into community culture. Metrics within the report … [Read more...] about Report Released on Sustainable Community Indicators
Fit Kids Arizona Offering Nutrition Advice
In an effort to help children and their families lead healthier and more active lives, Fit Kids of Arizona is hosting its third installment of the “It’s All About Me!” series. This time, “It’s All About Nutrition!” This free, fun-filled event is 4 - 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 13, at the old Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Fit Kids Arizona Offering Nutrition Advice
Wells Fargo Saluting AZ Teacher of the Year
Wells Fargo is honoring Arizona’s Teacher of the Year on its ATMs across the state. From now until January 3, 2012 most of Wells Fargo’s 548 ATMs in Arizona will feature a screen congratulating 2011 Teacher of the Year Amanda McAdams. Wells Fargo’s ATM users also can learn more about McAdams … [Read more...] about Wells Fargo Saluting AZ Teacher of the Year
CCC Receives GED and Caregivers Grant
The Arizona Department of Education awarded Coconino Community College (CCC) an $80,000 federal grant to improve basic literacy skills, earn a GED, and obtain a Caregivers' Certificate. CCC is one of four colleges in the state to secure the two year Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training … [Read more...] about CCC Receives GED and Caregivers Grant
EPA to Clean Up Abandoned Uranium Mine on Reservation
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced it has approved a plan and committed to clean up the Northeast Church Rock Mine, the largest and highest priority uranium mine on the Navajo Nation. The cleanup will include removal of approximately 1.4 million tons of radium and uranium … [Read more...] about EPA to Clean Up Abandoned Uranium Mine on Reservation
Community Remembering 911
The greater Northern Arizona community gathered at Flagstaff City Hall today to commemorate 911. The National Day of Service events started with an effort led by Northern Arizona University's Civic Service Institute. Volunteers from the Institute, Americorps, NAU, and many community members placed … [Read more...] about Community Remembering 911