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Tailoring a Winslow-Based Workforce for Industrial Sewing Needs
From weather balloons to backpacks, shower curtains to parachutes, and awnings to space suits, the world needs people who can sew. Aerospace and hospitality industries, the U.S. military and outdoor furniture companies are among those seeking a workforce with sewing skills, and Moonshot at NACET’s Arizona Stitch Lab believes Winslow is the place to harness […]
Mother-Daughter Duo Bridging Generation Gap for Non-Profit Success
After 11 years and more than 100 clients, Cindy May Marketing is now a family affair, operated as a partnership between the namesake of the company and her daughter, Breece May Callahan. It is a dream come true for the founder, who imagined being able to name her daughter as successor to the business back […]
Americana Reimagined as ‘Retro-Futuristic Oasis’
Americana Motor Hotel was Flagstaff’s swankiest midcentury inn when it opened in 1962, but its glory years on Route 66 faded over the decades, eclipsed by newer properties and marooned far from Interstate 40. Elvis slept here. Robert F. Kennedy campaigned at the Americana in 1968. A year later, Peter Fonda stayed in the roadside […]
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Ruby Road Vintage Mall Offers Upcycled Treasures
Mondays can be quiet in small towns, but for Ruby Road Vintage Mall in Camp Verde, the start of the work week is bustling with business. Packed with 60 vendor spaces, the store sells a mix of estate treasures, trendy home goods, repurposed furniture, new items and more. The staff at Ruby Road Vintage Mall totals […]
New Camp Verde Economic Development Director is Committed to the Region
Molly Spangler beams with excitement about embracing and enhancing the Town of Camp Verde as the new economic development director. “We have a competitive advantage here in Camp Verde,” said Spangler, who served as economic development director in Sedona for six-and-a-half years. “Camp Verde is one of the last communities that has agricultural rural character and […]
Ray’s Barber Shop Serves as ‘Clubhouse’ for Men
A brief stopover in Tuba City from New Hampshire provided just enough time for Miles Diaz to be born. Although there’s been much hardship in his life, Diaz has managed to clip through it all. Today, he owns Ray’s Barber Shop, opened by his grandfather, Lazaro Adame Diaz, in 1961. “My parents named me Miles, […]
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Flagstaff Experiencing Pent-Up Demand for Housing
There has been a flurry of real estate activity in our market and the nice weather has further facilitated getting folks out to open houses and writing contracts. We are now back to multiple offers on certain homes, depending on price point and condition. However, what has been a bit perplexing as of late is […]
Accessorize Your Hearing
Technology is constantly evolving, often at a rapid pace, with the goal of improving and simplifying the experience of the user. If you buy a new phone, you get a pair of wireless earbuds. Hearing aids are similar. While modern hearing aids can significantly improve a wearer’s quality of life, some situations could still be […]
Community College: A Vital Link for Accessing Higher Education
At Coconino Community College, our dedicated faculty and staff realize that the journey of a thousand leagues begins with the first step, but for too many people, being able to embark on a journey in higher education is a daunting challenge. That’s why we say, “Start small. Go big.” Last month was Community College Month […]
Honoring National Travel and Eco-Tourism Week
Did you know National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) is May 7-13? This year marks the 40th anniversary of NTTW celebrating the industry’s critical role in powering economies, communities and connections, moving travel forward. Discover Flagstaff has declared the week National Eco-Tourism Week for an eco-friendly, localized twist. Enhancing the week’s festivities by adding a […]
Why Are You So Tired?
Springtime brings beautiful blooming flowers, trees and plants. Flagstaff winds can pick up high pollen and dust counts that aggravate allergies. Making poor dietary and lifestyle choices can increase the burden on the liver, worsening allergy symptoms. Eating a lot of fried, fatty or processed foods, foods that lack nutrients and vitality, will also increase […]
