Many homebuilders, realtors and lenders expected to see some softening of the housing market following the expiration of the homebuyer tax credit. The homebuyer tax credit created a surge in home sales earlier this year. We asked local experts how they plan to keep the momentum going through the … [Read more...] about Tax Credit Boosting Flagstaff/Sedona Real Estate Sales
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Horizon’s Departure Negatively Impacting Businesses
If you haven’t heard, Horizon Air is departing from Flagstaff, but this time it is for good. Questions abound, including whether the airline’s exit from Flagstaff and Prescott will affect area businesses. Locals say yes, but maybe not to a huge degree. Still, several area … [Read more...] about Horizon’s Departure Negatively Impacting Businesses
Outpouring of Support for Firefighting Efforts
When wildfires began around Flagstaff last month, local residents and businesses dropped everything and pitched in to help. The United Way of Northern Arizona served as a go-to place for donations and saw an outpouring of support. Food and drinks were the most popular offerings for … [Read more...] about Outpouring of Support for Firefighting Efforts
Snowmaking Permits Granted
After 13 months of negotiation with key stakeholders, Representative Ann Kirkpatrick has announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture, USDA has granted the permit allowing snowmaking to begin at Arizona Snowbowl. This is just another step towards ending the seven-year battle over this … [Read more...] about Snowmaking Permits Granted
Entrepreneurial Tribes Cashing in on Ideas
Many Northern Arizona Indian tribes have found innovative ways to generate increased tour- ism and revenues. Despite the economy, the tribes continue to move forward with new projects. One of the newest projects is the Moenkopi Legacy Inn & Suites, which opened in the last sixty days. … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurial Tribes Cashing in on Ideas
Ranchers and Restaurateurs Bringing Local Beef to the Table
Cowboy is a verb in this neck of the woods,” said Karen Landis of the Double O Ranch near Seligman. She and husband Mike “cowboy” for a living. “There’s more beef raised here [per section] than elsewhere in Arizona,” said the rancher, who is allowed to run eight … [Read more...] about Ranchers and Restaurateurs Bringing Local Beef to the Table
Local Construction Industry Seeing Increase in Business
While the construction industry is not in the heyday it was a couple of years back, there is some good news for many workers in the field. According to City of Flagstaff building records, companies have taken out 21 permits to build entire homes between January and April 30. That … [Read more...] about Local Construction Industry Seeing Increase in Business
Working in 40 States and Calling Flagstaff Home
The first thing out of Brian White’s mouth is a question: “Can this article also highlight the work of the Lumberjack Athletic Association, instead of just me?” “I don’t think I’m anything special,” he added, “I really don’t. I just think I work … [Read more...] about Working in 40 States and Calling Flagstaff Home
New Flagstaff Business Employing Unique Approaches to Help Recovering Addicts
What do Tai Chi, meditation, rafting down the Colorado River and hiking in the red rocks of Sedona all have in common? If you guessed the ultimate vacation package, guess again. These activities are part of the program offered at a new 12-step recovery center, Back 2 Basics, recently opened in … [Read more...] about New Flagstaff Business Employing Unique Approaches to Help Recovering Addicts
Guardian Saving Lives in Northern Arizona for 25 Years
Guardian Air, an emergency flight transportation service, will be celebrating its 25th year of service in Flagstaff this August. Owned by Northern Arizona HealthCare, Guardian Air is one of several transport companies in Northern Arizona. However, Wade Patten, program director … [Read more...] about Guardian Saving Lives in Northern Arizona for 25 Years
