Several activities and a parade are planned for Armed Forces Day on May 21. Festivi- ties include a pancake breakfast at the American Legion Post 3 (204 W. Birch) from 6:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m. The Flagstaff “Armed Forces Day Parade” an official event of the Arizona Centennial, will begin at 10:00 a.m. … [Read more...] about Activities and Parade on Armed Forces Day
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Calloway Receiving CCC’s Distinguished Service Award
Longtime Community Leader and Plant Manager at Nestle Purina Pet Care, Bill Calloway, will receive CCC's Distinguished Service Award at this year's Commencement Ceremony to be held at CCC's Flagstaff Lone Tree Campus. The Award is the highest granted by Coconino Community College to a community … [Read more...] about Calloway Receiving CCC’s Distinguished Service Award
Feeling the Impact of Climbing Cotton Prices
“It was a perfect storm,” explained Hal Majors, director of purchasing at Drury Hotels. “Cotton mills in Pakistan and India began hording to drive up the price of cotton. Then an atypical monsoon season flooded Pakistani mills. There was no rise in demand until the flooding issues in 2010. Add to … [Read more...] about Feeling the Impact of Climbing Cotton Prices
Grand Canyon North Rim Reopening May 15
The Arizona Department of Transportation will open Highway 67 to the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park on Sunday, May 15 by 7:00 a.m.; and Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim, a Forever Resorts property, and Grand Canyon Trail Rides will commence their 2011 seasonal operations. Grand Canyon Lodge … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon North Rim Reopening May 15
Verde Valley Archaeology Center Opening
The new archaeology center is located on Main Street in Camp Verde. The mission of the facility is to preserve archaeological sites and collections, while promoting their educational, scientific and cultural uses. The grand opening weekend begins Friday and will last through Sunday. The … [Read more...] about Verde Valley Archaeology Center Opening
Are Family Physicians a Thing of the Past?
All across the country, and certainly here in Northern Arizona, there are fewer family doctors than ever before. “I really like what I do and I feel privileged to serve in this community,” said Brad Frank, M.D., a Flagstaff family practitioner. He sees patients of all ages and prides himself on … [Read more...] about Are Family Physicians a Thing of the Past?
Four Deputy City Manager Finalists Named
The four finalists have been invited to Flagstaff to interview for the job of Deputy City Manager this week. The City of Flagstaff received 117 applications and conducted phone interviews with 13 candidates prior to selecting the four finalists. The finalists include: Jay R. Harrington, currently … [Read more...] about Four Deputy City Manager Finalists Named
County Residents Want Higher Education Opportunities
Higher education was the topic of a survey of northern Coconino County communities by Coconino Community College, and the Arizona Hospitality Resource and Research Center at Northern Arizona University. The survey was conducted as part of the college's three-year Strategic Plan, to gather … [Read more...] about County Residents Want Higher Education Opportunities
Andy Tobin Named Speaker of the House
Andy Tobin, R. Paulden, is the new Speaker of the Arizona House of Representatives. FBN caught up with Mr. Tobin to talk about his appointment and the year ahead for Arizona businesses. “I am truly honored to have the support of the members of the House of Representatives as we continue to … [Read more...] about Andy Tobin Named Speaker of the House
Osama Bin Laden Dead
Osama bin Laden is dead after a reported firefight outside of Islamabad, Pakistan. President Barak Obama said justice has been done, calling the killing 'the most significant achievement to date in our nation's effort to defeat al Qaeda.' The President read a speech this evening. "And so shortly … [Read more...] about Osama Bin Laden Dead
