The Museum Club closed its doors indefinitely on Halloween, leaving the 90-year-old Route 66 roadhouse dark and silent after a long history of entertaining Flagstaff with country music, dancing and drinking. Is this the year the music died? The … [Read More...] about The Museum Club’s Next Chapter is Yet Unsung
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Known for her Work Ethic and Leadership Skills, Joanne Keene Steps into the City Manager Role
As an off-road runner on the rugged paths and switchbacks of Flagstaff, trailblazer Joanne Keene plans to be just as tough in her newly appointed role as Flagstaff city manager. First on her agenda is to keep the City of Flagstaff’s provisions going strong and to continue to be a responsible organization delivering quality service […]
Bright Side Bookshop Unveils Literary Mural
Bright Side Bookshop co-owners Lisa Lamberson and Annette Avery are celebrating a long-time dream come true. With assistance from the Downtown Business Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving historic downtown, the duo secured a grant from the City of Flagstaff’s Beautification in Action Grants (BIA). The BIA is funded by the 2% bed, board […]
Tourism, Sustainability, Route 66 Take Center Stage
Tourism, sustainability and Route 66 took center stage as the Economic Vitality Division of the City of Flagstaff shared highlights from the past year with stakeholders at its Annual Partner Meeting and Luncheon. Preparations for the upcoming 2026 Route 66 Centennial were among the strongest focal points of the program, complemented by a Route 66-themed […]
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Wild Moments in Focus
Carol DiQuilio has only lived in Clarkdale a little over a year, but the word is out on her nature photography, as the subjects in the captivating photos seem to jump out at passersby in local shops. The nature photographer has been perfecting her craft for 60 years. With the decision to downsize, she moved […]
Commercial Builder Mike Loven Retires, Imprinting His Values and Craftsmanship on Arizona
In a career that started with Sonic Drive-Ins and most recently includes advanced medical facilities and one of the top projects in the Southwest, Mike Loven is retiring. Loven Contracting’s succession plan began eight years ago. Two years ago, Loven stepped out of the lead role after 40 years guiding the company’s direction and growth. […]
Blending Two Worlds: Darold Joseph Champions Culture and Education for Native Students
Native American students should not feel that they live in an “either or” world, says Northern Arizona University educator Darold Joseph, Ph.D. Instead, he believes they can thrive by drawing from the best of two realms. “Native Americans face the challenge of using more modernity and more technology to sustain who we are,” he said. […]
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A Historic Moment for NAU in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
I am thrilled to share a moment of immense pride for Northern Arizona University. Our very own Lumberjack Marching Band made history this Thanksgiving as the first university from Arizona ever to perform in the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. With approximately 260 passionate performers, many of whom are not even music majors, our students […]
Keeping Flagstaff Safe Through Preparedness and Partnership
Keeping our community safe is always top of mind for me and for city staff. Readers will be glad to know that Flagstaff’s fire, police and emergency management staff work closely on safety planning and all three work with regional partners on drills to ensure they are ever-ready for any emergency. A large part of […]
Can You Hear Them Now?
laneHearing loss is an insidious condition that affects all aspects of an individual’s life. Enjoying television or movies means turning up the volume too loud for others or reading captions. In-person conversations become less enjoyable because of the effort required of the hearing-impaired listener. Phone conversations can be even more difficult, as visual cues are […]
Supporting Our Loved Ones in Recovery This Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, we’re reminded of the power of connection – family, community and the meaningful traditions that bring us together. For families walking alongside a loved one in recovery, this time of year can feel especially emotional. The holidays are often joyful, but they can also allow stress, old patterns and memories […]
The Power of Radio During the Holidays: Connecting Communities Across Northern Arizona
The holiday season is one of the most important – and competitive – times of year for local businesses across Flagstaff, the Verde Valley, Prescott and Prescott Valley. While digital advertising grows louder every December, one platform continues to rise above the noise with unmatched reach, trust and community connection: local radio. Radio remains the […]
