The Quad Cities area is preparing to recognize and celebrate local women leaders who excel in business, support their communities and mentor others. Nominations are being accepted now through Aug. 1, for the third annual Prescott-area ATHENA Award, an international honor sponsored by Quad Cities … [Read more...] about ATHENA Nominations Being Accepted
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Last of the Large Loggers Leaves Flagstaff
When forest restoration giant Wally Covington drives by the Ribelin Logging Co. sort yard on East Huntington in Flagstaff and sees the equipment up for sale, it makes him sad. “They are very good operators in the forest and had a huge impact on the community.” With decades of experience, millions … [Read more...] about Last of the Large Loggers Leaves Flagstaff
Vote of Confidence Means Additional Workforce Support from CCC
Coconino County voters have approved an increase in funding for Coconino Community College. That means new and expanded offerings focusing on career and technical training to help Coconino County’s workforce will become a reality over the next several years. On Friday, May 27, during a special … [Read more...] about Vote of Confidence Means Additional Workforce Support from CCC
Helping People on the Move
The lively real estate market and lifestyle/work environment changes resulting from the pandemic may leave some feeling like life is a deck of cards thrown into the air. For those people and anyone else needing support with relocating, Two Men and a Truck (TMT) is ready to help sort out the chaos by … [Read more...] about Helping People on the Move
Jeweler Kari Rauch Designs with Nature
Cactus skeletons, rattlesnake skin and shed lizard scales may seem unusual in the context of high-end jewelry, but for Sedona jeweler Kari Rauch of KD Steele Designs, they are the bedrock of her designs. Since moving to Sedona in 2005, Rauch has found her niche featuring one-of-a-kind pendants, … [Read more...] about Jeweler Kari Rauch Designs with Nature
Toasted Owl Restaurateur Opening Plantasia in The Cottage
Cecily Maniaci got her taste for the food business early in life. She grew up in Tusayan’s Yippee-Ei-O! Steakhouse, owned by her family. Now, the owner of two Flagstaff restaurants, The Toasted Owl Café and The Toasted Owl East Side, is opening a third in Phoenix this fall. She’s also engaging in a … [Read more...] about Toasted Owl Restaurateur Opening Plantasia in The Cottage
Highgate Senior Living Celebrates Grand Opening
Highgate Senior Living at Flagstaff is open and serving residents. The new senior living facility celebrated its grand opening March 3, with an evening of tours and a lavish spread for its 160 guests and community leaders. “We were so excited to have such a successful grand opening,” said … [Read more...] about Highgate Senior Living Celebrates Grand Opening
Friends Offer Up Something Borrowed for Brides
In the last two years, Rachel Duncan was a bridesmaid at five weddings and Laura Hicks had her own wedding. While considering the age-old problem of what to do with post-wedding decorations, the two best friends created Something Borrowed: Wedding and Event Rentals. “Laura had purchased a lot of … [Read more...] about Friends Offer Up Something Borrowed for Brides
‘Keep Laughing as Loud as Possible’
Problem solving is what you would expect on any given day in business. But some problems are outrageous and require an equally outrageous response. And that’s why I love the memory of Gilbert Gottfried. When my public relations business was starting out and I was young and enthusiastic and didn’t … [Read more...] about ‘Keep Laughing as Loud as Possible’
FBN, City of Flagstaff Partner to Strengthen Workforce
In an effort to support local businesses and combat the labor shortage, Flagstaff Business News is launching a new employment section beginning this month, “Good Business Requires Good People,” sponsored by FlagstaffCityCareers.com. Flagstaff businesses will receive 50% off the cost of their … [Read more...] about FBN, City of Flagstaff Partner to Strengthen Workforce
