The non-profit arts, culture and sciences industries generate $73 million in annual economic activity in the City of Flagstaff, supporting 2,497 full-time equivalent jobs and generating $7.6 million in local and state government revenues, according to the Arts & Economic Prosperity IV national … [Read more...] about Study Shows Arts Boosting Local Economy
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Flagstaff Boys and Girls Club Fundraiser Approaching
The Boys and Girls Club of Flagstaff has been increasingly busy in Northern Arizona and an upcoming event will benefit Team Emily. A fundraiser is planned for Saturday, September 8th at the Outback Steakhouse to raise money for the organization. Team Emily is a family of volunteers continuing … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Boys and Girls Club Fundraiser Approaching
FMC Offering VBACs for Expectant Mothers
Flagstaff Medical Center, in coordination with local obstetricians and anesthesiologists, will now offer elective vaginal birth after cesarean delivery (VBAC) and trial of labor. The recent decision followed a change in guidelines outlined by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists … [Read more...] about FMC Offering VBACs for Expectant Mothers
Work in Forests Teaches Life Lessons
For many, life skills just can’t be taught in the classroom.For those people, life lessons are best learned hiking through our National Forests, state and federal parks and across Coconino County, engaged in projects aimed at deterring devastating wildfires while improving our native plant and … [Read more...] about Work in Forests Teaches Life Lessons
Gosar Honoring Code Talkers
Today, U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar (R-AZ) released the following statement to honor the 30th Anniversary of the National Navajo Code Talkers Day. During World War II, the Navajo Code Talkers adapted their native language to successfully transmit code that the Japanese could not decipher, which … [Read more...] about Gosar Honoring Code Talkers
Kirkpatrick Attends Jobs Meeting
For her first stop on a two-week “Arizona Values, Arizona First” tour of nearly 20 cities and towns across Congressional District 1, Ann Kirkpatrick attended a community meeting in Holbrook addressing concerns about the local economies of Eastern Arizona.Jobs are critically important in CD1, and … [Read more...] about Kirkpatrick Attends Jobs Meeting
Charter Schools Facing Challenges
It’s almost that time again: the start of a new school year. For select Flagstaff students, that means attending one of the town’s charter schools, such as Pine Forest School, Mountain School and Haven Montessori Charter School. And for the charter schools, that means budgeting for another year of … [Read more...] about Charter Schools Facing Challenges
The Economic Impact of Astronomy in Northern Arizona
Nestled in the pines and illuminated by celestial nightlights, Flagstaff has isolated itself from beaming billboards and glowing skyscrapers. This is because since its creation, the city has been a hub for people who see best in the dark: astronomers. The study of the universe has not only … [Read more...] about The Economic Impact of Astronomy in Northern Arizona
Flagstaff Open Studios Tour Approaching
Presented by the Artists’ Coalition of Flagstaff, Flagstaff Open Studios will be held the weekend of August 25 and 26, 2012 at 44 locations around the greater Flagstaff area. 83 of Flagstaff’s finest artists will offer insight to their creative processes during the event by keeping their studio … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Open Studios Tour Approaching
Grant Opening Doors for NAU Nursing Students
As state and federal governments continue to look for ways to fill the need for trained health care professionals, NAU is preparing to welcome more nursing students through a multimillion dollar grant for hands-on training. Northern Arizona University will partner with Scottsdale Healthcare on a … [Read more...] about Grant Opening Doors for NAU Nursing Students