Five finalists have been invited to in-person interviews for the job of Chief of the Flagstaff Police Department. The City of Flagstaff received 52 applications and conducted phone interviews with 15 candidates prior to selecting the six finalists, one who asked to be removed from consideration. … [Read more...] about Five Finalists Named for Police Chief
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Lawmakers Poised to Pass AZ Budget
The Arizona Legislature has approved a budget for the upcoming year which slightly boosts spending and replenishes the state's rainy day fund. There is nearly $90 million in new education spending for K-12. The $21 million for the university system includes $15 million for Northern Arizona … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Poised to Pass AZ Budget
CCC Welcoming VP of Academic Affairs
Coconino Community College (CCC) recently hired Dr. Russ Rothamer as Vice President of Academic Affairs, a well-respected seat on the college's executive leadership team. Rothamer has dedicated more than 25 years to higher education as an administrator and professor. He is a recognized … [Read more...] about CCC Welcoming VP of Academic Affairs
CCC Receiving Continued Accreditation
A coordinated effort that involved nearly every Coconino Community College faculty and staff member, hundreds of hours of writing, reflection of the past 10 years and input from more than 100 community members is what it took for the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to grant … [Read more...] about CCC Receiving Continued Accreditation
Earth Day 2012: Green Parks Sustainability
National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis today released the Green Parks Plan to focus the bureau on sustainable management of national parks and key environmental issues ranging from reducing energy and water consumption to limiting waste to lowering emissions of … [Read more...] about Earth Day 2012: Green Parks Sustainability
Restaurants Serving Up Lunch at Charter Schools
While the new charter school in Flagstaff, Basis, is known for its rigorous course work and anticipated high test scores, few people realize they also have a unique alternative to the average school cafeteria. From smoky pulled-chicken sandwiches to authentic Asian cuisine, students can order … [Read more...] about Restaurants Serving Up Lunch at Charter Schools
Grants Awarded to Three Flagstaff Organizations
The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is awarding 1.5 million dollars in Rural Economic Development Grants, made available by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, for projects that help promote job creation in rural Arizona. Three Flagstaff health and technology organizations are major … [Read more...] about Grants Awarded to Three Flagstaff Organizations
Flagstaff Transportation Summit Approaching
Business, economic development and transportation leaders are collaborating on April 20 for the first-ever Greater Flagstaff Transportation Summit, with the ultimate goal of creating a unified vision for this community’s transportation future. The Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Transportation Summit Approaching
Northland Hospice Golf Tournament May 21st
The Northland Hospice Golf Tournament is scheduled for May 21st at Pine Canyon in Flagstaff. The event will raise money for Northland Hospice and Palliative Care, a much appreciated nonprofit serving the greater Northern Arizona region. Information about the even is available online at … [Read more...] about Northland Hospice Golf Tournament May 21st
Voters Receiving Ballots this Week
Flagstaff's General Election is May 15. Ballots should arrive in mailboxes about 26 days before the election. Flagstaff Business News received these statements for each of the candidates. Mayoral Candidates Jerry Nabours Our city has made some major financial blunders in the … [Read more...] about Voters Receiving Ballots this Week