Nearly 34 years ago, at the request of his father and with some borrowed tools in hand, Loren Vickers installed his first set of garage doors. “I think it took me two days and I made about 50 bucks for the two days of work,” said Loren. Shortly after that fateful experience, … [Read more...] about Businessman Paying Close Attention to Customer Service
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New Flagstaff-Based Internet Business First of Its Kind
When producers for the Dr. Phil Show called Tom Jacobs recently and asked him to be on the television program, he was happy to oblige. Jacobs, a retired juvenile court judge, has become an expert in many teen-related topics. Dr. Phil asked him to comment on … [Read more...] about New Flagstaff-Based Internet Business First of Its Kind
Legal Victory for Arizona Snowbowl
Arizona Snowbowl has won yet another legal battle, although the Save the Peaks Coalition is promising to appeal today's decision. Judge Mary H. Murguia ruled against the plaintiffs, who were claiming the final environmental impact statement by the U.S. Forest Service ignored health … [Read more...] about Legal Victory for Arizona Snowbowl
Local Businesses Optimistic About Holiday Shopping
From small independent shops to large nationwide retailers, Flagstaff businesses are looking forward to customers’ increasing confidence in the economy and planned generosity with gifts. In fact, the National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates sales to be up this November … [Read more...] about Local Businesses Optimistic About Holiday Shopping
Lean, Green, Exhaust-Fighting Machines
Automotive acronyms like 4x4, SUV and FWD readily roll off the tongues of most Northern Arizona consumers. But when a new generation of electric vehicles rolls off assembly lines later this year, auto aficionados will be speaking a new acronymic language. For instance, EV translates to … [Read more...] about Lean, Green, Exhaust-Fighting Machines
From Coffee to Construction: Are We Saving or Spending?
In turbulent times, what is our survival strategy? Are things getting better or worse? Should we save, spend, or chuck it all and run for the Peaks? Reading today’s economy is not easy. Perpetual ups and downs, sometimes in the same week, demonstrate that the roller coaster has not stopped, even if … [Read more...] about From Coffee to Construction: Are We Saving or Spending?
Flagstaff Businesses Hope New Stores Bring Additional Traffic
When you’re short on cash and crying over bills, maybe the last thing you want to buy is flowers. Johnnie Ferguson, owner of Flagstaff Floral in the University Plaza, added that when times are tough, many people don’t see flowers as a necessity, so they don’t buy as many as they … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Businesses Hope New Stores Bring Additional Traffic
Economists – Slow Recovery
While it is a difficult time financially for many people, the hardships during this economic period are not unusual. That was part of the consensus among economists during the recent Flagstaff Economic Outlook Conference. The annual conference was sponsored by Chase, Northern … [Read more...] about Economists – Slow Recovery
Paul Lancaster Joins Flagstaff Business News
Paul Lancaster joins Flagstaff Business News as an account executive. Many people know him from his time at KZGL, The Eagle, where he worked tirelessly to serve the community. Paul has also worked at other radio stations in Flagstaff and in Tucson and Los Angeles. His unique background in … [Read more...] about Paul Lancaster Joins Flagstaff Business News
NAU Students Follow Their Hearts to Restaurant Ownership
She’s clearly a young woman on a mission: “I want 15 stores by the time I’m 30,” said restaurant owner and Northern Arizona University (NAU) junior, Chelsea Hulina. How can she pull off school and work? “Time management is key. I outsource responsibilities to … [Read more...] about NAU Students Follow Their Hearts to Restaurant Ownership
