Often, small business owners and employees put all they have into keeping their businesses running and find themselves uninsured or underinsured. This may keep them from taking important preventive healthcare measures such as scheduling a yearly dental exam, blood work, mammogram or even an eye … [Read more...] about Small Business Health Fair April 12
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Arizonans Mourning Eddie Basha
Chairman and CEO of Bashas’, Inc., Eddie Basha, died this week at age 75. A cause of death has not been disclosed, but the supermarket magnate had reportedly been in failing health for some time. Basha’s father, Eddie Basha Sr., and uncle Ike Basha founded Bashas’ Supermarkets. The first store … [Read more...] about Arizonans Mourning Eddie Basha
Spring Fever Hitting Flagstaff
Spring has officially started with the Spring Equinox. However, planning for Spring and all that it entails has been underway for some time at the nurseries in Flagstaff. Warner's Nursery and Landscape Company is, according to Misti Warner-Andersen, "constantly getting ready for the growing … [Read more...] about Spring Fever Hitting Flagstaff
Out the Window Advertising Makes Changes
Out the Window Advertising, a Flagstaff based agency is announcing some changes in structure. Katie Hutchinson has been hired as Event Coordinator. She will lead the creation and execution of special events for OTW for several Penske Automotive locations in Arizona and Nevada. This is a … [Read more...] about Out the Window Advertising Makes Changes
Navajo Veteran Discovers Meaningful Work at NGS
Christine Bigman took a chance. When she graduated from Many Farms High School, she wanted to see the world, have an adventure, and accomplish something. “That’s when I decided that I was going to go out on my own and make something of myself,” the Rough Rock native said. “I wanted to go out … [Read more...] about Navajo Veteran Discovers Meaningful Work at NGS
AZ Snowbowl Going Strong Through April 7
Arizona Snowbowl is experiencing a spectacular season that will carry through to Sunday, April 7 – and perhaps an extra weekend – as all indicators point to a strong finish. The ski resort has received 197 inches of natural snowfall and winter shows no sign of slowing down. March typically is the … [Read more...] about AZ Snowbowl Going Strong Through April 7
Emphasis – Shopping Local
While they are a diverse group, members of the Flagstaff Independent Business Alliance (FiBA) share a few common – and even some surprising – characteristics. FiBA small businesses seem to match and contribute to the fabric of our quirky, off-the-beaten-path mountain community. They highlight the … [Read more...] about Emphasis – Shopping Local
Twin Arrows Hiring 800 Positions
The Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort east of Flagstaff is hosting a job fair this weekend. Derrick Watchman, chief executive officer of the Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise, announced the enterprise is holding a job fair February 1 through 3 to obtain candidates for 800 jobs it needs to fill at its … [Read more...] about Twin Arrows Hiring 800 Positions
Wedding Expo Planned for January 26th
Numerous local businesses are scheduled to participate in this year's Wedding Expo to be held at the Radisson Hotel in Flagstaff. Couples who are engaged to be married as well as wedding planners and the general public are invited to attend the event to learn more about industry offerings in … [Read more...] about Wedding Expo Planned for January 26th
City Securing 100K Grant for JoyCone
The City of Flagstaff has secured a $100,000 grant from the Arizona Commerce Authority Rural Economic Development Grant Program which will be used for expansion of Joy Cone Company’s Flagstaff facility. Joe Pozar Jr, Plant Manager for the Joy Cone Company was pleased to learn they are … [Read more...] about City Securing 100K Grant for JoyCone