Flagstaff High School teacher, jeweler, environmentalist and avid cyclist Ava Miller has found her niche recycling bike parts, including tubes and spokes into fashionable earrings, necklaces and bracelets. Miller says her business, Velo in a Jar, was inspired by her father’s love for cycling. Her … [Read more...] about Upcycling Bike Parts
Community Profile
Turning Dreams into Wine
Early morning reflections mirrored in the flourishing pond at Clear Creek Vineyard & Winery suggest a perfect terroir – a French term pertaining to a region’s climate, soil and terrain that affects the taste of the wine. With grape vines stretching across most of his 10 acres in Camp Verde, … [Read more...] about Turning Dreams into Wine
Going the Distance
The time it takes most of us to get ready in the morning is just about the time Flagstaff professional runner Stephanie “Steph” Rothstein Bruce ran this year’s Boston Marathon. At 2:28:2, Stephanie placed 12th overall and was the 2nd American at the Boston Marathon 2022. In the last eight years, … [Read more...] about Going the Distance
Stoney Ward Teaches Hydroponic Gardening Through Spirit of the Canyon
"Changing lives one plant at a time,” is the heart and goal of Spirit of the Canyon owner Stoney Ward, who has had a vision for hydroponic gardening since moving to Grand Canyon Junction (also known as Valle) four years ago. “I want to show people, especially school children, how to be healthier … [Read more...] about Stoney Ward Teaches Hydroponic Gardening Through Spirit of the Canyon
Public Health Champion Receives the Flagstaff ATHENA Award
Amanda “Mandy” Guay is committed to improving public health. As director of community health at North Country HealthCare, Guay is recognized as the organization’s lead public health champion who protects vulnerable populations by securing resources for Northern Arizonans. In her role, she oversees … [Read more...] about Public Health Champion Receives the Flagstaff ATHENA Award
Protecting, Recovering Dark Skies with The Flagstaff Solution
WATCH NOW! Dark starry nights, away from light pollution, open a wondrous window into the universe. Clearly, astronomers need dark skies for space exploration and discovery, but science tells us we need dark skies for our health. Animals do, too. And communities way up North rely on dark skies for … [Read more...] about Protecting, Recovering Dark Skies with The Flagstaff Solution
Promoting Camp Verde’s Economic Development, Recreation, Smart Growth
The simple, childlike words of Dr. Seuss have become a powerful modus operandi for the Town of Camp Verde Economic Development Director, Steve Ayers. Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better…it’s not… - The Lorax “That has been my motto since I accepted … [Read more...] about Promoting Camp Verde’s Economic Development, Recreation, Smart Growth
Gabriela’s Taco Shop Serves Travelers, Locals Authentic Mexican Food
With culinary generational ties originating from her hometown of Chihuahua, Mexico, Gabriela’s Taco Shop owner Gabriela Goodman learned early in life that hard work is the key to success. As a single mother of six, Gabriela’s business began with selling burritos door-to-door in her Camp Verde … [Read more...] about Gabriela’s Taco Shop Serves Travelers, Locals Authentic Mexican Food
Flower Business in Full Bloom
Those ordering flowers for their loved ones for Valentine’s Day likely are asking for colors rather than specific flowers this year because, like many businesses, flower shops are having trouble getting products and supplies. Rakini Chinery, owner of Allan’s Flowers in Prescott, says flowers are … [Read more...] about Flower Business in Full Bloom
Busy as a Beekeeper
Buzzing from one side of Flagstaff to another, including parts of Sedona, Bellemont, Winslow and even Payson, Sweet Sting Honey Owner Adam Arp is one busy beekeeper. Growing up and working alongside his father’s accomplished 30-plus-year business, Mountain Top Honey, Arp’s beehives are … [Read more...] about Busy as a Beekeeper
