Flagstaff Cultural Partners is announcing the nominations for the 2014 Viola Awards. This year’s Viola Awards Gala will take place on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at the High Country Conference Center. Flagstaff Business News' Editor Bonnie Stevens is among the nominees. The Viola Awards are … [Read more...] about FBN Editor Receiving Viola Award Nomination
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NAIPTA Accommodating Higher Ridership
On the heels of recording the highest-ever month of transit ridership, the Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (NAIPTA) and the Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO) are investing in Flagstaff’s transit future by adding amenities for this growing … [Read more...] about NAIPTA Accommodating Higher Ridership
Lowell Astronomer Winner of Education Prize
Deidre Hunter, longtime astronomer at Lowell Observatory, has been chosen as the 2014 recipient of the American Astronomical Society’s (AAS) Education Prize. The AAS awards this prize annually “to recognize outstanding contributions to the education of the public, students and/or the next … [Read more...] about Lowell Astronomer Winner of Education Prize
Flagstaff Film Director’s Movie at Harkins
Film Director Tyler Gillett’s new movie is out this week. Devil’s Due is a supernatural horror movie in which a newly married pregnant woman is carrying the anti-Christ. In quotes to Flagstaff Business News, Gillett reflects on his upbringing in Flagstaff and how it influenced him. “Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Film Director’s Movie at Harkins
Grant Monies Available in Williams
The Greater Williams Community Fund invites local community organizations to apply for 2014 grant funding. The application form will be available beginning Tuesday, March 4, and applications must be submitted by Friday, April 4, 2014. To assist prospective applicants, an information … [Read more...] about Grant Monies Available in Williams
County Residents Supporting Roads Investment
A recent survey of 1,200 likely Coconino County voters found that most believe that county roads are well-maintained, but support raising additional revenue to sustain the current levels of maintenance services. The survey, conducted between Oct. 23 and Nov. 12 by GlobaLocal Visions, LLC, … [Read more...] about County Residents Supporting Roads Investment
Understanding Region’s Salt Mine History
The Verde Valley Archaeology Center is hosting Dr. Todd Bostwich for a talk entitled, The Verde Salt Mine and the Prehistoric Procurement of Salt in the American Southwest. Salt has been a valuable trade item throughout human history. Native American salt procurement in the Southwest involved … [Read more...] about Understanding Region’s Salt Mine History
FMC Paramedic Wins Car
Congratulations go to Larry Neal, a captain and paramedic with Guardian Medical Transport. Larry is the winner of the new Toyota Corolla donated by Findlay Toyota-Flagstaff as part of the 2013 Turquoise Ball car raffle. Larry has been with Flagstaff Medical Center for eight years. The past five … [Read more...] about FMC Paramedic Wins Car
NAH Welcoming New VP
With more than 30 years of management consulting and healthcare industry experience, Craig Jensen, MBA, is joining Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) as vice president of strategic planning and business development. In this position, Jensen will help identify key changes and trends within the health … [Read more...] about NAH Welcoming New VP
Lawmakers Focusing on 2014 Wish Lists
Editor’s note: With the New Year underway, Flagstaff Business News decided to reach out to area lawmakers to learn more about their plans for 2014. Local representatives in Washington D.C. have a lot on their legislative plates this year; upcoming sessions will include discussions on … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Focusing on 2014 Wish Lists