The 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, a 53-foot red fir named “Silver Belle,” made its only stop in Arizona at the Flagstaff Mall for a community holiday season celebration that included Santa and Mrs. Claus on Friday, Nov. 7. This year’s tree, from the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest in Nevada, came in a gift box of sorts, pulled by a semi-truck, as it crossed the country to Washington, D.C., where it will be on display on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol Building. The visit, presented in … [Read more...] about Silver Belle Rings in Flagstaff’s Holiday Season
Quad Cities Business News Suspends Operations After More Than a Decade of Regional Coverage
Quad Cities Business News (QCBN), a staple of regional journalism for 13 years, has suspended operations. The December issue will be the final edition of the monthly publication that has covered business growth, economic development, community health issues and education innovation across Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Dewey-Humboldt, the Verde Valley and beyond. Owner and Publisher Troy Bix said the decision was difficult but necessary, citing financial and operational constraints … [Read more...] about Quad Cities Business News Suspends Operations After More Than a Decade of Regional Coverage
Flagstaff Wins Dark Sky Place of the Year Award
The City of Flagstaff has been awarded the prestigious Dark Sky Place of the Year award from DarkSky International. This recognition follows more than six decades of intentional stewardship of the city’s night skies, beginning when Flagstaff created the world’s first outdoor lighting ordinance in 1958. Following a proposal from the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition to create the program, Flagstaff was designated the world’s first International Dark Sky City on Oct. 24, 2001. Today, Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Wins Dark Sky Place of the Year Award
Nutcracker Snowglobe Experience Returns to Inspire Joy and Hope
Born from pandemic ingenuity, the Nutcracker Snowglobe Experience is returning to Prescott for the sixth year, 6-8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Dec. 19 and 20, at Lessons by Lexe Dance Studio in the Pine Ridge Marketplace. A Pivot and a Pop Up When COVID-19 caused much of the world to shut down in 2020, holiday magic seemed to disappear with it. For dance instructor and studio owner Alexes “Lexe” Hudson, whose Lessons by Lexe Dance Studio traditionally filled December with parades, senior-home … [Read more...] about Nutcracker Snowglobe Experience Returns to Inspire Joy and Hope
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 marched 2.5 miles through the heart of New York City, captivating millions of spectators and viewers across the nation. Chosen from more than 100 … [Read more...] about A Historic Moment for NAU in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
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 Flagstaff’s strategy for protection from destructive wildland fire involves many partners engaged in the planning of forest thinning treatments, prescribed fire and wildfire response. … [Read more...] about Keeping Flagstaff Safe Through Preparedness and Partnership
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 unavailable and the quality of the connection can vary. The inability to communicate effectively over the phone can be frustrating … [Read more...] about Can You Hear Them Now?
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 tied to addiction to surface. Yet, with intention and support, the season can also be a time of healing and renewal. A mother of a Back2Basics client … [Read more...] about Supporting Our Loved Ones in Recovery This Holiday Season
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 most powerful local medium in Northern Arizona because it meets consumers where they are. As holiday traffic increases – shoppers driving to … [Read more...] about The Power of Radio During the Holidays: Connecting Communities Across Northern Arizona
Thousands Expected to Celebrate the New Year’s Eve Whiskey Row Boot Drop
The Whiskey Row Boot Drop is back and bigger than ever, celebrating its 15th year as Northern Arizona’s most iconic New Year’s Eve event. On Wednesday, Dec. 31, thousands will gather in historic downtown Prescott to welcome the New Year with the drop of a dazzling 6-foot illuminated cowboy boot from the Palace Building’s 40-foot flagpole. This year’s milestone event builds on the excitement of last year’s worldwide recognition, when CNN aired the Boot Drop live to a global audience. “It was … [Read more...] about Thousands Expected to Celebrate the New Year’s Eve Whiskey Row Boot Drop
