Dina Barnese, a potter and East Flagstaff native, recently opened Z House Gallery & Boutique on Route 66 just west of Fourth Street. She hopes her business will support the arts and be part of the Fourth Street Business revival. We spoke with her about what her shop offers, upcoming partnerships, events and how she chose her location, among other things. 1) Tell us a bit about the Z House Gallery & Boutique. Z House is a gallery that features the work of over … [Read more...] about
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For 18 years, Frank Branham has been serving up fine dining in Flagstaff at the Cottage Place Restaurant in Flagstaff’s Southside. He and his wife Nancy have a love of the business and a love of serving the Northern Arizona community and its visitors Tell us a bit about origin of Cottage Place and how you became a restaurant owner. The Cottage Place Restaurant has been in business since 1981. Ron Freeman, Flagstaff’s best chef in the 70’s and 80’s transformed the small Craftsman style … [Read more...] about
For this month’s spotlight, Flagstaff Business News spoke with Ann Gunty, co-founder of Scott’s Chicago Pizza and wife of Scott Gunty. Besides sharing responsibility for the business, Scott and Ann have four children together, ages 10, 12, 12 and 19. Ann has a background in marketing and PR and handles marketing and fundraising for the restaurant. 1) How long has Scott's Pizza been open? Scott's Chicago Pizza opened in March 2008 in the Whistle Stop convenience mart on west … [Read more...] about
Flagstaff Business News enjoyed speaking with Al and Valorie Bowman, owners of Cinder Hills Boarding Kennel. It is the oldest kennel in Flagstaff, and the Bowmans have quite a history to share, describing how they came to work with animals and why they love it. How long have you run Cinder Hills Boarding Kennel? Cinder Hills was the first boarding kennel (private or public) in Flagstaff, opening its doors in 1972. Next month we will be starting our 12th year as the … [Read more...] about
Flagstaff Business News chats with Kristen Faxlanger of Shoes & Such, located in downtown Flagstaff, about how she loves working in fashion, how she likes her downtown location and what changes she made to weather the economy. Faxlanger started the store prior to the economic downturn and has managed to continue to provide shoes and service to Northern Arizonans and the many tourists who pass through Flagstaff. 1) How long has Shoes & Such been in … [Read more...] about
Flagstaff Business News recently asked Holly Nester of Personal Care Physical Therapy to be our Spotlight. After a decade in practice, Nester serves many types of people with varying types of ailments. She also travels to businesses in the region to improve occupational safety and help people maintain productivity through ergonomics. Nester's practice is located at 2100 East Cedar Avenue in Flagstaff. Why did you decide to pursue a career in physical … [Read more...] about
Teresa Peterson is a practitioner of Bowenwork, a healing path which integrates the whole body and restores balance. Peterson has a diverse professional background. She believes in giving back as an essential part of running a business and does this in several ways. She told Flagstaff Business News about the rewarding career she created for herself in Northern Arizona. FBN: Why did you decide to open this type of a business? Peterson: I decided to open this type of … [Read more...] about
Last year, the Flagstaff Butler Chevron at Interstate 40 was purchased by Mark and Beverly Wagner. Today, the store is much more than an everyday convenience store. They feature a Wall of Wine (the WOW factor) with hundreds of unique bottles. The Wagners also create a Craft Beer build your own section with more than 200 different beer options, for customers who like variety. There are also many hard liquor choices including numerous high end beverage choices. Flagstaff Business News caught … [Read more...] about
Tec Rehab is a Flagstaff-based business started by Seth and Kande Jacobson. They do repairs on Smartphones, iPads and ipods, among other things. In addition to helping customers who might otherwise have to drive to Phoenix for service, the Jacobson's are a couple who bring playfulness and professionalism to the clients they serve. While taking time to thoroughly repair items, the Jacobson's also work to return items as quickly as possible, keeping Northern Arizonan's connected through their … [Read more...] about
Flagstaff Business News recently had the opportunity to talk with Dr. Rich Petke, NMD. He is the principal physician at All Ways Health, PLLC, a naturopathic family medical practice. Dr. Petke's practice is a holistic look at individuals compared to just treating a specific symptom. The current political and economic climate present challenges for today's health care practitioners, as Dr. Petke describes below. 1) What is your philosophy for providing service for Northern Arizonans? Be … [Read more...] about
