They are smart, strong, gentle and dependable. Colts and fillies from Babbitt Ranches’ historic Hashknife heritage draw ranchers, ropers and riders from all over the country during the annual Colt Sale. But as equestrians hope to take home a living legacy of the rodeo champion Driftwood … [Read more...] about They May Come for the Colts, But Leave with the Beef
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NABA Hiring New Executive Officer
The Northern Arizona Building Association is pleased to announce the hiring of Rick DeMar as their new Executive Officer. Rick comes to Flagstaff from Reno, Nv with 10+ years of Builders Association experience as the CEO of a very active and prosperous association. “Moving to Flagstaff is a … [Read more...] about NABA Hiring New Executive Officer
Kirkpatrick Announcing NAU STEM Grant
U.S. Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick, D-Ariz., is pleased to announce that Northern Arizona University will receive a $600,000 award from the National Science Foundation for a STEM project titled “Transfers to Graduates in Engineering, Math and Science.” According to the foundation’s Division of … [Read more...] about Kirkpatrick Announcing NAU STEM Grant
ADEQ Approving Flagstaff’s Reclaimed Water
The City of Flagstaff has received authorization from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) to begin distributing Class A reclaimed water. This eliminates the need to supplement reclaimed water with potable water and current restrictions on the amounts of reclaimed water used by our … [Read more...] about ADEQ Approving Flagstaff’s Reclaimed Water
Event Supporting State’s First Responders
The 2nd annual Hearts 911 Run to support Arizona's First Responders is this weekend. In the wake of our recent fire tragedy, as we mourn 19 of our States own firefighters, organizers are requesting support for these hard working men and women who put their lives on the line every day they arrive … [Read more...] about Event Supporting State’s First Responders
Fire Restrictions Lifted
As the Coconino and Kaibab National Forests revert to Stage 1 fire restrictions, which confines campfires to developed campgrounds, Coconino County is lifting its fire ban today. Ample monsoonal rainfall throughout Northern Arizona has brought much needed moisture to tinder-dry forests and area … [Read more...] about Fire Restrictions Lifted
Yarnell Fire Fund Established
United Way of Yavapai County has established an account at National Bank of Arizona for the benefit of the families of the 19 Granite Mountain Hotshots killed in Sunday’s Yarnell Fire, as well as for those who have lost their homes in Yarnell. Donations to the Yarnell Fire Fund can be … [Read more...] about Yarnell Fire Fund Established
Fire Restrictions Remaining in Place
Despite rainfall throughout the greater Flagstaff region, fire restrictions remain in place. The following news releases has been issued by officials at the Coconino National Forest. A high volume of recreational traffic is expected in the forest through the Fourth of July week and … [Read more...] about Fire Restrictions Remaining in Place
Supervisors Choosing New County Manager
The Coconino County Board of Supervisors selected Cynthia Seelhammer – a veteran local government professional with 28 years in public service – as the County’s next manager. The position was vacated when longtime county employee and former County Manager Steve Peru retired in November 2011. As … [Read more...] about Supervisors Choosing New County Manager
Williams’ Safeway Hosting Smokey
Smokey Bear has a new home for the summer at the Safeway grocery store thanks to Store Manager, Tammy Elder. At his campsite display, Smokey will help teach shoppers the importance of wildfire safety such as never using fireworks on public lands. “The Kaibab National Forest is currently under … [Read more...] about Williams’ Safeway Hosting Smokey