Ideas that grow into something real and wonderful often come from the most unexpected places. Ask Eric Savage how he got the idea for his company, First Flight Education, and he will tell you that it happened on a Saturday when he was doing research at a university with pilots in a flight simulator. … [Read more...] about Flying into the Future
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IRS Tips for Choosing Tax Preparer
Many people look for help from professionals when it’s time to file their tax return. If you use a paid tax preparer to file your federal income tax return this year, the IRS urges you to choose that preparer carefully. Even if someone else prepares your return, you are legally responsible for what … [Read more...] about IRS Tips for Choosing Tax Preparer
Governor Honored for Veterans’ Advocacy
Governor Jan Brewer today was honored by the National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs (NASDVA) with the “Advocate of the Year” Award. Each year, the Association recognizes individuals for their dedicated work on behalf of our country’s military men and women, veterans and their … [Read more...] about Governor Honored for Veterans’ Advocacy
County Beginning Search for New County Manager
The Coconino County Board of Supervisors will begin a nationwide search for its next county manager within the coming weeks. The position was vacated when longtime county employee and former County Manager Steve Peru retired in November 2011. That month, the Board appointed then-Deputy County … [Read more...] about County Beginning Search for New County Manager
Lowell Receiving APS Gift
Lowell Observatory is proud to announce a generous gift of nearly $60,000 from the APS Foundation to support the Observatory's Navajo-Hopi Astronomy Outreach Program. The $59,246 donation will go directly towards supporting this groundbreaking, 17-year-old STEM (science, technology, engineering, … [Read more...] about Lowell Receiving APS Gift
Flagstaff Working to Strengthen Business
In the past few years, the City of Flagstaff has captured nearly $300,000 for local business expansion. The most recent grant has been secured for Joy Cone, a Flagstaff-based ice cream cone manufacturer. The $100,000 Arizona Commerce Authority Rural Economic Development Grant will assist Joy Cone in … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Working to Strengthen Business
Hopi and Navajo Benefiting from MGS Funds
Today, in a landmark decision, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) voted to use revenues from the sale of sulfur dioxide allowances from the shut-down Mohave Generating Station (Mohave) to create a revolving fund to pay development deposits for renewable projects that benefit the Hopi … [Read more...] about Hopi and Navajo Benefiting from MGS Funds
Grand Canyon Reaching More Students
Do you live hundreds or thousands of miles away from Grand Canyon…? Why not let Park Rangers bring Grand Canyon to your classroom?” So starts the National Park Service’s brochure on Distance Learning Education Programs at Grand Canyon National Park. Recently, the park unveiled its new, high … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Reaching More Students
Gosar Reacting to State of the Union
U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar, D.D.S (R - AZ) issued the following response to the President’s State of the Union address. “Talk is cheap and actions speak. While the President gave a well-scripted speech this evening he continues to ignore the reality of our state of the union. What our nation … [Read more...] about Gosar Reacting to State of the Union
Kirkpatrick Reacting to State of the Union
U.S. Representative Ann Kirkpatrick, D-Ariz., released the following statement tonight after President Obama delivered his State of the Union address: “The State of the Union is more than a national moment to hear a president’s priorities – it is an opportunity for leaders to find common ground. … [Read more...] about Kirkpatrick Reacting to State of the Union