On November 8, 2016 the voters of Flagstaff wrote and passed The Minimum Wage Act (“the Act”) as a citizen’s initiative (Proposition 414). The Act, which is codified in Title 15 of the Flagstaff City Code, prescribes that beginning in 2023, the Flagstaff minimum wage shall be increased annually by … [Read more...] about City of Flagstaff Announces Minimum Wage for 2023
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Tiny House Village Provides Sizable Benefits
When David Carpenter, owner of Hope Construction in Flagstaff, built his first tiny house, he wasn’t planning on developing a full-blown small home community. “I caught the buzz on HGTV six or seven years ago. So, I started to build one. I got the carpenters to construct it in the back lot,” he … [Read more...] about Tiny House Village Provides Sizable Benefits
Kiersten Hathcock Amplifies Little Voices
Kiersten Hathcock calls herself an ordinary mom who was making children’s furniture in her garage while her kids were in school. But most people who hear her story would likely agree, what’s happened to her in the past decade or so is anything but ordinary, as Hathcock has ventured into the world of … [Read more...] about Kiersten Hathcock Amplifies Little Voices
Sweet Business
When Sugar Mamas opened in 2009, it was the only traditional old-style dedicated walk-in store for cakes and pastries in Flagstaff. “I’ve always used only fresh and whole ingredients,” said Sugar Mamas owner Lexi Striker. Having become an established Flagstaff business, Sugar Mamas moved from the … [Read more...] about Sweet Business
Leading a Life of Impact and Legacy
Motivational speaker Rabbi Daniel Cohen believes no encounter is random, but rather an opportunity to make an impact. In his book, “What Will They Say About You When You Are Gone? Creating a Life of Legacy,” he offers strategies to help us become more mindful in how we think and act, and become the … [Read more...] about Leading a Life of Impact and Legacy
Flagstaff Star Party, Celebration of the Night Explore Archeoastronomy
With more than 20 telescopes and hosts from across the region, the free annual Flagstaff Star Party is offering three nights of stargazing into Northern Arizona’s starry autumn nights, along with rich presentations tapping into the global cultural wealth of our night sky heritage. The world’s most … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Star Party, Celebration of the Night Explore Archeoastronomy
PR Professional Helps Brands Look Their Best
Returning to Flagstaff after graduating from Northern Arizona University (NAU) was a dream that came true for International Minute Press Owner Tracie Hansen. “Soon after we finished school in 1993, my husband, Glenn, and I moved to Lacrosse, Wisconsin so he could go to grad school,” said … [Read more...] about PR Professional Helps Brands Look Their Best
Flagstaff Business Lauded for Success Story
Her goal was to start a business in Flagstaff that specializes in offering services to people with disabilities. She didn’t plan on a pandemic breaking out in the middle of her planning. Regardless, Jen Green-Vance, president and CEO of Strides 2 Thrive and Elevated Shredding, met with the folks … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Business Lauded for Success Story
Five Reasons to Hire a Business Coach
As a child, many of us might remember trying several different sports, dance classes, gymnastics, volleyball, basketball, etc., to see which sport we loved and which sport we naturally were drawn to. I’m sure you remember the day when your parents dropped you off to play your favorite sport. For me, … [Read more...] about Five Reasons to Hire a Business Coach
Dogtree Pines Senior Dog Sanctuary Gives End-of-Life Love to Older Rescues
Cindy Lamont’s battle with cancer has given her a sense of urgency to pursue her joy for rescuing senior dogs. So, she created Dogtree Pines Senior Dog Sanctuary in Prescott. Her journey began in July 2020 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. “Toward the end of treatment, I realized that … [Read more...] about Dogtree Pines Senior Dog Sanctuary Gives End-of-Life Love to Older Rescues
