As Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary, communities across the country are reflecting on the highway’s cultural legacy. In Flagstaff, that means a new generation of businesses is keeping the spirit of the Mother Road alive, blending nostalgia with modern flair. Take it Easy in a Retro Revival After several years of renovations that kicked off slowly during the COVID pandemic, the iconic Whispering Winds Motor Hotel along Route 66 is set to reopen later this month. Newly designated as a … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Businesses Lean into the Sweet Nostalgia of Route 66
Cultivating Breakthroughs: Mushroom Grower Harvests Win in Moonshot Pitch Competition
Kathryn Crew was energized when she heard her name announced as the winner in Moonshot’s Prescott-area contest during the 2026 Rural Arizona Pitch Competition & Tour event. “Finally, a breakthrough,” she thought. “Here we go. We can make a real difference.” Crew, a mushroom farmer and former Yavapai College instructor, had been helping others remediate the soil in their gardens and backyards from hard clay to fertile ground for about six years. Her focus, however, expanded and her passion … [Read more...] about Cultivating Breakthroughs: Mushroom Grower Harvests Win in Moonshot Pitch Competition
A Tight Market But a Path Forward for Flagstaff Homebuyers
Demand for homes in Flagstaff will always be high. It’s one of the region’s most desirable places to live, with its mountain setting, outdoor lifestyle and strong sense of community. But that desirability comes at a cost, and for many first-time homebuyers, that cost is becoming harder to overcome. “I feel bad especially for people who are keeping this town going. It’s becoming less realistic for people to own a home here,” said Lisa Paffrath, a longtime Flagstaff-based realtor with Better … [Read more...] about A Tight Market But a Path Forward for Flagstaff Homebuyers
Additional Investment Dollars Contribute to Timber Sky Starter Home Project
The Arizona Community Foundation (ACF) of Flagstaff is celebrating continued momentum in advancing attainable homeownership across Northern Arizona. Building on its initial $150,000 grant awarded in August, ACF – through the Northern Arizona Housing Fund – and its generous community of donors, has now raised an additional $170,000 to endow a second Timber Sky Starter Home in partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona. ACF representatives say this milestone reflects not only … [Read more...] about Additional Investment Dollars Contribute to Timber Sky Starter Home Project
Suzy Bean Offers a Market Built on Local Connections, Healthy Living
A welcoming surprise in Sedona has nothing to do with the majestic red rocks, but a locally owned natural foods store that depends primarily on Northern Arizona suppliers and offers an array of specialized products. “Our emphasis is buying from small, local vendors as much as possible,” said Interdependence Foods owner Suzy Bean. “We also stock products not found at bigger stores such as our raw herbal and flower infused botanical vinegars that are grown in South Africa. They are alkalizing to … [Read more...] about Suzy Bean Offers a Market Built on Local Connections, Healthy Living
Savoring History through the El Tovar Dining Experience
At the edge of the Grand Canyon, where presidents, celebrities and world travelers have gathered for more than a century, Chef Bill Gallagher is keeping culinary history alive. Since opening in 1905, the El Tovar Hotel has welcomed a long list of notable guests including Theodore Roosevelt and Paul McCartney. Today, Gallagher honors that legacy while continuing to evolve the dining experience. Gallagher arrived in 1994 as a seasonal dishwasher. He later returned as a cook while also working … [Read more...] about Savoring History through the El Tovar Dining Experience
Northern Arizona Healthcare Breaks Ground on New Cancer Center at Verde Valley Medical Center Campus
Construction is underway for the new centralized cancer center on the Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) campus in Cottonwood. Last month, more than 200 people attended the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new facility, hosted by Northern Arizona Healthcare Office of Philanthropy. Speakers included NAH Chief Operating Officer Bo Cofield, Cottonwood Mayor Ann Shaw, former cancer patient Doug Von Gausig, NAH oncologist and hematologist Deborah Lindquist, M.D. and advanced oncology nurse … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Healthcare Breaks Ground on New Cancer Center at Verde Valley Medical Center Campus
Senior Helpers Expands to Flagstaff, Bringing In-Home Care for Seniors and Veterans
From Tucson to Kykotsmovi Village and now Flagstaff, Senior Helpers is expanding its reach to bring relief and assistance to the older adult population, a group that owner Tehjan Prendville says has been “underserved.” Prendville is a registered nurse who has worked as a home health nurse for 30 years. She purchased a Senior Helpers franchise in 2020. “Since then, we have opened in Tucson, Prescott Valley, Sierra Vista, Green Valley and now Flagstaff. We are assisting veterans and seniors … [Read more...] about Senior Helpers Expands to Flagstaff, Bringing In-Home Care for Seniors and Veterans
What Your Voice is Saying About You: Your Personality, Your Confidence, Your Health
There’s power in your voice. It carries more than words. It delivers tone, quality, energy, authority, experience and enthusiasm. Before anyone processes your words, they are already interpreting your message. A voice can sound confident or uncertain, grounded or scattered, warm or distant. It becomes a signal, often subconscious, about who you are and how you show up. But think about this: Your voice leaves a “voiceprint,” perhaps as unique as your fingerprint. Contemporary jazz saxophonist … [Read more...] about What Your Voice is Saying About You: Your Personality, Your Confidence, Your Health
How to Keep Your Home Cool and Costs Down
Being born and raised in the Verde Valley and with HVAC running in my veins, I know that when the desert heat starts pushing triple digits, your cooling system isn’t a convenience; it’s what keeps your home livable. We’ve been serving this community since 1987. That kind of history teaches you something important: people don’t just need cool air. They need honesty, reliability and someone looking out for them. Let me say this upfront: We understand times are tough. Every dollar matters right … [Read more...] about How to Keep Your Home Cool and Costs Down