It’s the start of a new fiscal year for local government in Arizona. Our new fiscal year here in Coconino County starts July 1, and as a result of decisions on the state level, the county faces new expenses. The Coconino County Board of Supervisors approved the county’s FY2016 budget during a … [Read more...] about Reviewing Coconino County’s Fiscal Year 2016 Budget
Science Festival Book Captures Spirit of Discovery
First 25 Years Book Release at Flagstaff’s Science Legacy Talk July 18 Whether they are walking on the moon, chasing lava, racing toward tornadoes, tracking comets, battling superbugs, landing robots or discovering dinosaurs, world-class scientists have participated in the Flagstaff Festival of … [Read more...] about Science Festival Book Captures Spirit of Discovery
Registrations Accepted for FunTown Circus Camp
Flagstaff Arts Council and Flagstaff Aerial Arts present FunTown Circus Camp taking place in weekly sessions between Monday July 20thand Friday August 7th, 2015. The camp will be held at the Coconino Center for the Arts, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. daily, with a performance dress rehearsal from 4- 7 p.m. on … [Read more...] about Registrations Accepted for FunTown Circus Camp
CCC Presidential Search Underway
Coconino County Community College District Governing Board Chair Patricia Garcia announced today that the search for CCC's next president has begun. The CCC District Governing Board has contracted with the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) to assist the District Governing Board in … [Read more...] about CCC Presidential Search Underway
Lowell Observatory Changing Structure to Attract Resources
In response to unmet growth and opportunities, Lowell Observatory has established the Lowell Observatory Foundation, an independently managed, 501(c)(3) organization that will allow the observatory to expand its philanthropic base. In a related move to bolster Lowell’s fundraising program, Lisa … [Read more...] about Lowell Observatory Changing Structure to Attract Resources
Choose Your Battles Wisely
If you are a business owner, you have probably had occasion to ask yourself if a fight with an unreasonable customer is going to be worth it. Are you going to win the argument and then have someone “bad mouthing” you all over town? If you are a parent, you have probably asked your spouse if it is … [Read more...] about Choose Your Battles Wisely
Keeping Your House Cool in the Summer
Summer is here and the temperature is rising. Keeping your home cool in the summer can be a real challenge, particularly if you don’t have air conditioning. On average, only about 15 percent of houses in Flagstaff have air conditioning, so it’s important to know how to keep cool without AC. It … [Read more...] about Keeping Your House Cool in the Summer
Young Caterer Gaining Customers with a Grill and a Wil
Every now and then, John Christ and his dad start comparing battle scars. One would think they got their injuries on some far away battlefield. Not true. Their scars come from the kitchen. John, 22, the owner of Wil’s Grill, has been involved in cooking since he was about two and has the scars to … [Read more...] about Young Caterer Gaining Customers with a Grill and a Wil
Flagstaff Receiving Well-Deserved Respect
Hey Arizona, Flagstaff is all grown up and no longer the little sister living in the far-reaching shadows of glorified big sis, Grand Canyon. Where Flagstaff may once have been considered a stopping-off place on the way to or from one of the world’s top natural wonders: no more! The Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Receiving Well-Deserved Respect
Anniversary of Yarnell Hill Fire
“Today marks a solemn anniversary for the state of Arizona, as we remember the 19 brave men who gave their lives at Yarnell Hill two years ago. “These elite Granite Mountain Hotshots represented the very best of our state and our nation. We’ll never forget their service, nor take for granted … [Read more...] about Anniversary of Yarnell Hill Fire