The Flagstaff Science Campus (FSC) of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) has played an integral part in scientific research as a training hub for moon-bound astronauts since its beginnings in the early 1960s. While the FSC has moved into more diversified fields of study, it remains a … [Read more...] about USGS Bringing Millions to Flagstaff Economy
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Flake Votes to Prevent Ban on Uranium Mining
Republican Congressman Jeff Flake, who represents Arizona’s Sixth District, today voted against an amendment in the House Appropriations Committee that would have removed language from the Interior Appropriations bill which blocks a moratorium on uranium mining in northern Arizona. The amendment … [Read more...] about Flake Votes to Prevent Ban on Uranium Mining
Pearce Faces November Recall Election
Arizona Governor Jan Brewer has announced a November 8th recall election for Senate President Russell Pearce. “Today, in accordance with state law, I issued an order calling a special recall election. This action is mandated under ARS Section 19-209. “Under Arizona law, the Governor must call a … [Read more...] about Pearce Faces November Recall Election
City Seeks Public Input for Charrette Days
In the dictionary, the word “charrette” is defined as an intensive effort to finish a project, especially an architectural design project, before a deadline. This is exactly what the City of Flagstaff is doing when it comes to addressing how the area should manage future growth. The Regional … [Read more...] about City Seeks Public Input for Charrette Days
Sportsmen Want Permanent Uranium Mining Ban
The U.S. House of Representatives has included a provision in a spending bill that would short-circuit a 2-year-old ban on new uranium mining covering one million acres of public lands surrounding the Grand Canyon National Park. But local businesses and sportsmen say that protecting these lands … [Read more...] about Sportsmen Want Permanent Uranium Mining Ban
County Closing Intersections in Schultz Flood Area
Due to heavy flooding in the Schultz Flood area, Coconino County has closed two road intersections in the Timberline neighborhood. While the majority of roads in the Timberline neighborhood remain open and passable, Valley Drive and Crestview Driveintersections at Campbell Avenue will be closed to … [Read more...] about County Closing Intersections in Schultz Flood Area
Flake Protesting No. AZ Uranium Mining Moratorium
Republican Congressman Jeff Flake, who represents Arizona’s Sixth District, is including language in the House Interior Appropriations bill that would prevent the Obama Administration from withdrawing nearly one million acres of public and National Forest System lands north and south of the Grand … [Read more...] about Flake Protesting No. AZ Uranium Mining Moratorium
GPEC Deciding to Maintain Direction
The leadership of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council says they have persuaded current president, Barry Broome to continue with the organization. In an announcement released today, Chairman William Pepicello attributes much of the success of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council and the past year … [Read more...] about GPEC Deciding to Maintain Direction
Officials Addressing State’s Post-Fire Flooding Threats
Those familiar with the emergency lifecycle know that a wildfire response does not end with 100 percent containment. The only thing that changes is the mission. The Arizona Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) yesterday convened tribal, federal and state agencies to discuss potential … [Read more...] about Officials Addressing State’s Post-Fire Flooding Threats
Clips of Faith to Benefit Flagstaff Biking
New Belgium Brewing, maker of Fat Tire Amber Ale, is bringing its Clips of Faith beer and film tour back to Flagstaff, Friday, July 8. Some of the event's proceeds will benefit flagstaffbiking.org This is the second year for Clips of Faith, a festival that will travel to 18 cities this summer … [Read more...] about Clips of Faith to Benefit Flagstaff Biking