Reviving the Flagstaff Family Food Center (FFFC) Community Garden to boost more nourishment to their meals is a dream that FFFC Kitchen Manager and Lead Cook Lisa Aguiñaga has had on her plate for years. Together with community collaborators and volunteers, the FFFC Community Garden is in full bloom and Aguiñaga’s vision has finally come to fruition. “We are mindful of the food that we serve to clients. A lot of people are surprised that we do what we do,” she said. “Three years ago, when I … [Read more...] about Food Center Garden Thriving with Community Support
Education
Librarian Books After 43 Years at NAU
On a 1966 family trip to Arizona, Sean Evans’ parents took a photograph of him at age 8 outside the new library at Northern Arizona University. Little did they know how prescient that photo would be. NAU hired Evans 15 years later and he worked in the university’s library for more than four decades. This fall semester, starting Aug. 26, will be the first time in 43 years Evans will not be at his desk in the Cline Library. “I will miss it on one hand – miss what I did,” he said. “I always had … [Read more...] about Librarian Books After 43 Years at NAU
Women To Watch
Six months ago, seven highly driven, businesswomen gathered in Sedona during an epic blizzard for a five-day workshop called SHINE. Their charge was to clearly state their goals and message, boldly step into the spotlight and unapologetically inspire more people with their story, soul and style. Flagstaff Business News caught up with these powerful women to hear their successes including influencing opportunities, exploring ancient wisdom to calm and heal the world, pivoting in the … [Read more...] about Women To Watch
Back2Basics Voices of Recovery: A Passion for Glass Art, a Center for Recovery
Before Robert Lewis was a behavioral health technician at Back2Basics helping others in recovery and before he was a glass artist working with Flagstaff’s premier glass artist, he was in his mother’s house with one last chance to quit heroin, a substance-use disorder he had had since he was a teenager. “I had been through multiple rehab programs and when my mom found Back2Basics; we both knew this was my last chance to get sober,” said Lewis. “My mom gave me a backpack with my stuff and sent … [Read more...] about Back2Basics Voices of Recovery: A Passion for Glass Art, a Center for Recovery
Celebrating Dark Skies Downtown
Telescope viewing, music, dancing, jewelry, paintings, glasswork, beer and more will be part of “Dark Skies Downtown” as the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition and Downtown Business Alliance join forces to invite locals and visitors to the heart of the city in celebration of Flagstaff’s famous night sky on First Friday Art Walk, Sept. 6. “Our dark skies are indeed part of the deeply valued natural wonders that have come to define Northern Arizona and the people who live here,” said Flagstaff Dark … [Read more...] about Celebrating Dark Skies Downtown
Blood Sport
Just as a summer day warms, Dan Bergland is explaining how Erythropoietin (EPO) works when a squad of rail-thin, ultra-fit young adults arrive at a popular coffee shop. Most wave as they make their way inside. Dressed in dolphin shorts and sports tanks, they have the unmistakable look of serious athletes – and they are. Bergland greets Nico Young, who won two NCAA championships with Northern Arizona University, holds collegiate records in the 5000m and 10,000m and is about to leave to compete … [Read more...] about Blood Sport
French Press: Flag Locals and Hypo2 Trainees Storm Paris Olympics
Whether they live here for year-round, high-altitude training benefits or are frequent flyers in Hypo2’s training camps and programs, a number of Paris Olympians have local ties. Born and raised in Las Vegas, two-time Olympic swimmer Katie Grimes has trained with Hypo2 and just qualified for the women’s 400m Individual Medley. David Johnston made the U.S. Team in Men’s 1500m freestyle. Team Australia was in town two months ago, along with Great Britain’s Olympic Team. Their stars, Tom Dean, … [Read more...] about French Press: Flag Locals and Hypo2 Trainees Storm Paris Olympics
Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers Survival Tips for Arizona’s Heat
Brawny and braided, Prescott-based survival instructor Cody Lundin has one goal: to keep us alive. Every summer, hikers and others get into trouble from Arizona’s extreme heat and rugged terrain. Known as “The World’s Foremost Primitive Expert,” Cody says, “Self-reliance training will never go out of style.” Read more here and watch on Zonie Living. … [Read more...] about Wilderness Expert Cody Lundin Offers Survival Tips for Arizona’s Heat
Free Garden Classes at Watters Garden Center
You will have insights on water, disease and bugs that will make a difference in your gardens immediately. Plants are going to love you. July 20 @ 9:30 am - Living Walls & Privacy Barriers We share the fastest growing plants for fast screening. Block unsightly neighbors, enhance your view and cut noise and light pollution. Design experts are on hand for unique situations. July 27 @ 9:30 am – Top 10 Trees for Fresh Fruit The strongest fruit trees are shared in this class with the insider … [Read more...] about Free Garden Classes at Watters Garden Center
Promoting Space Travel with a Land-Use Ethic
Once again, cows and astronauts shared the high desert landscape of Babbitt Ranches as NASA, assisted by geologists from USGS, tested equipment, conducted moonwalking drills and practiced geology in preparation for Artemis 3, a crewed mission to the dark lunar south pole region, anticipated for 2026. The cattle seemed untroubled by the slow-moving visitors in spacesuits, a recurring event throughout the last half century. “I smile when I think about my grandad, John Babbitt, a quiet, … [Read more...] about Promoting Space Travel with a Land-Use Ethic
