Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, May 5-11, named National “Eco-Tourism” Week in Flagstaff. At 7,000 feet, there is an expectation for responsible use of the epic beauty surrounding this mountain and college town offering an abundance of social and green tourism opportunities. Let’s … [Read more...] about Discovering Flagstaff During National ‘Eco-Tourism’ Week
Hospitality from Kabul to the Grand Canyon
Traveling almost 8,000 miles to fill his new position as food and beverage director for Xanterra at the Grand Canyon South Rim Lodges was an “easy” decision, says Todd Rodemyer, who left Kabul, Afghanistan, for the Grand Canyon. “It was the best move I’ve made yet. I really like it here.” While in … [Read more...] about Hospitality from Kabul to the Grand Canyon
Occupational Therapy: Training the Body and Mind After an Injury
Consider all the activities you do from the time you wake up until you go to sleep: getting in and out of bed, dressing, showering, combing your hair and brushing your teeth, cooking, driving, working, going to school, parenting, exercising and relaxing. The list goes on and on. All of these … [Read more...] about Occupational Therapy: Training the Body and Mind After an Injury
Understanding the Importance of the Provost Position
After a competitive national search, I’m pleased to share with you that Northern Arizona University will welcome a permanent provost this summer. While our provost is new to the position, she is not new to NAU and Flagstaff. Unless you work at the university, or have been engaged in higher … [Read more...] about Understanding the Importance of the Provost Position
Saying Goodbye to Winter Skin
Who isn’t in the spring-cleaning mood? From closets and windows to cars and garages, now is the time to think “spring refresh.” It is also a great time to schedule a facial to help get rid of the dry, dull skin that comes with Old Man Winter and prep our skin for the spring and summer. The best way … [Read more...] about Saying Goodbye to Winter Skin
Celebrating County Government Month
According to the Online Etymology Dictionary, the word “county” can be traced to the late 14th century English term for “shire, a definite division of a country or state for political and administrative purposes.” Counties have been providing essential services to people for more than 500 years … [Read more...] about Celebrating County Government Month
Canyon Receiving Grand Support
Coming together to sponsor and commemorate the Grand Canyon’s 100th anniversary Centennial celebration, Arizona Public Service (APS), Bank of America (BofA) and Teva have partnered with Grand Canyon Conservancy (GCC), to strengthen environmental, cultural, tribal, educational and conservation … [Read more...] about Canyon Receiving Grand Support
Environmental Noise May Cause Health Issues
Most people are not aware of the excessive noise in their daily lives. Noise comes from traffic sounds, trains, airplanes, roadwork, construction sites, even noise from people near you talking and listening to music, etc. Your brain is constantly processing all the sound, deciding what it wants to … [Read more...] about Environmental Noise May Cause Health Issues
Solar After Sunset
Arizona Public Service customers will soon be powering their evening dinners, prime-time television programs and bedtime reading lights with a cleaner energy mix. That news comes from Jeff Burke, the director of resource planning at APS, as the utility announces its initiative to add massive battery … [Read more...] about Solar After Sunset
Dark Skies Developer Setting Standards That Make Flagstaff Shine
Walter Crutchfield is not trying to deliver the universe to Flagstaff. It is already here. But those working with him say he is doing a stellar job solving city problems while preserving community values. “He’s an expert at doing what’s best for Flagstaff,” said Greater Flagstaff Chamber of … [Read more...] about Dark Skies Developer Setting Standards That Make Flagstaff Shine