Dramatic irony – it’s one of my favorite terms to use to describe what I see regularly in the Flagstaff real state market. You know that moment in theater or movie when most people can see the cliff that the protagonist is heading for, but they don’t? Dramatic irony can be entertaining, it can be comedic but, it the real estate world, I’ve seen it be borderline tragic. When the average person may do five to eight real estate transactions in their life, we’ve helped thousands of buyers in the … [Read more...] about Buying a Home this Summer? You’re Likely Doing It Wrong
Delivering Generations of Service, Soda, Community Impact
From supplying local restaurants and retailers to supporting nonprofits and regional events, Nackard Pepsi has built a legacy rooted in family values, community connection and a commitment to quality that spans generations. The Founding Story Nackard Pepsi was founded in 1943 by Fred and Monica Nackard. “The original mission was to provide high quality products, hire the best people and always give back to the communities we do business in,” said Palmer Nackard, Fred and Monica’s grandson and … [Read more...] about Delivering Generations of Service, Soda, Community Impact
Looking Up for More than a Century
Combining research telescopes, interactive exhibits and historical tours, Lowell Observatory is a pioneer in American astronomy and a universal wonder. Its Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center, which opened in November 2024, is a world-class attraction. The Founding Story Founded on May 28, 1894, by astronomer Percival Lowell, Lowell Observatory’s mission was twofold: to conduct cuttingedge astronomical research on the solar system and beyond, and to share the wonder of the universe … [Read more...] about Looking Up for More than a Century
Nurturing Creativity for All
For more than five decades, Theatrikos Theatre Company has enriched Flagstaff’s cultural landscape by nurturing engaging and innovative theatrical performances while creating space for local talent, audiences and arts education. The Founding Story “In 1972, Doris Harper-White and a group of her friends met in the basement of the Weatherford Hotel with the goal to create a vibrant, inclusive space where local talent could flourish and the performing arts could thrive,” said Executive Director … [Read more...] about Nurturing Creativity for All
Honoring 135 Years of Service, Stewardship, Community Connection
From its origins as a vast frontier jurisdiction to its role today as a leader in sustainability, conservation and public service, Coconino County continues to evolve while honoring the communities and natural resources that define it. The Founding Story On February 19, 1891, Coconino County was carved from the northern portion of Yavapai County by the 16th Territorial Assembly and officially established as its own jurisdiction. Now, 135 years later, the county has grown from a frontier … [Read more...] about Honoring 135 Years of Service, Stewardship, Community Connection
From Whelm to Overwhelm: A Mental Health Check-In
Most of us think we know what stress looks like. It looks like too many emails, a packed schedule, a few restless nights. It looks like juggling responsibilities and pushing through. And over time, it can become so familiar it fades into the background. You’re still showing up. Still getting things done. Still functioning. But functioning and feeling okay are not the same thing. As we move through May, recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, it feels like a good time to pause. Not in a … [Read more...] about From Whelm to Overwhelm: A Mental Health Check-In
Celebrating Route 66 Centennial in Flagstaff
This year marks the Route 66 Centennial, and Flagstaff is ready to welcome locals and domestic and international visitors to celebrate the historic, 100-year milestone with a special event June 6. Throughout the past 18 months, Discover Flagstaff has been educating and inspiring people to visit Flagstaff as a must-see Route 66 destination. Ahead of the centennial, the organization has been promoting Flagstaff as “the only 7,000-foot elevation, pine-fresh, dark-sky city on the Mother Road.” … [Read more...] about Celebrating Route 66 Centennial in Flagstaff
National Eco-Tourism Week in Flagstaff
National Travel and Tourism Week is May 3-9, offering an opportunity to reflect on the important role the travel industry plays in the economy and supporting communities. Discover Flagstaff, the city’s destination marketing organization, takes a more nuanced approach to the event by celebrating it as “Eco-Tourism” Week, reflecting the city’s commitment to environmental protection and sustainability. This commitment has been recognized far beyond our city. Earlier this year the BBC ranked … [Read more...] about National Eco-Tourism Week in Flagstaff
Keeping Our Focus On Forest Health, Watershed Protection, Homeowners Insurance, Federal Funding Help
Rising insurance premiums, canceled policies, concern about Flagstaff’s water supply and quality, and risk of catastrophic wildland fire have been on our minds lately. City of Flagstaff leadership, including its fire department, have been concerned and active in strategies to prevent, or at least lessen the severity, of catastrophic fire since 1997. In 2012, Flagstaff voters gave these efforts a boost when they approved a $10M bond to create the Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project (FWPP). … [Read more...] about Keeping Our Focus On Forest Health, Watershed Protection, Homeowners Insurance, Federal Funding Help
Radio Advertising Has Real Value for Small Businesses in Northern Arizona
Small business owners in Northern Arizona have never had more ways to advertise. They can spend money on social media, search, streaming, digital display, email, video and more. Yet with all of those options, many are still asking the same basic question: what actually helps a local business get noticed and grow? My view is simple: local radio still does. That may not sound trendy, but small businesses do not need trendy. They need effective. They need something that keeps their name in front … [Read more...] about Radio Advertising Has Real Value for Small Businesses in Northern Arizona
