Governor Jan Brewer today named John Greene the new Director of the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR). Mr. Greene has been appointed to replace outgoing Director Gale Garriott, who is leaving to pursue a position outside state government. Garriot’s departure is effective June 29, 2011. “I am … [Read more...] about New Director of Revenue Named
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ABOR Supporting Flagstaff Economy
The Arizona Board of Regents will wrap up a two-day meeting in Flagstaff this afternoon. After yesterday's meeting, one of the regents told FBN, the governing body is continuing to support the community as an economic driver for the region. He also talked about the Health and Learning Center with … [Read more...] about ABOR Supporting Flagstaff Economy
Golf Tournament Celebrating Mike terrin
Friends of Lt. Mike Terrin host inaugural memorial tournament to benefit a named scholarship for 100 Club The 100 Club of Arizona is to be a beneficiary in an inaugural golf tournament being held on July 23, 2011 at the Flagstaff Ranch Golf Club. The Friends of Mike Terrin will be hosting … [Read more...] about Golf Tournament Celebrating Mike terrin
Fires Prohibited on Forest
Fire restrictions remain in effect on the Coconino National Forest. Under these restrictions, fires, campfires, charcoal, coal or wood stoves are allowed in developed campgrounds only. The restrictions also limit smoking to within enclosed vehicles, buildings or in developed campgrounds. … [Read more...] about Fires Prohibited on Forest
Locals Welcoming Farmer’s Market
Heavy gusts of wind swept through Flagstaff, blowing away signs and whipping hair into faces as people made their purchases at the first Flagstaff Community Market gathering of the season. “The primary purpose of the [Flagstaff Community] Market is to support small- and medium-sized independent … [Read more...] about Locals Welcoming Farmer’s Market
Ticket Prices Rising for FSO and NAU Skydome
Ticket prices to events in the Skydome and Flagstaff Symphony concerts in Ardrey Auditorium will increase by $2 this year and another $2 next year, Northern Arizona University has announced. NAU students attending Lumberjack athletic events at the Skydome and elsewhere on campus will continue to … [Read more...] about Ticket Prices Rising for FSO and NAU Skydome
Wallow Firefighting Progress and Flood Preparation
Firefighting officials say the Wallow Fire in Eastern Arizona is 18% contained this afternoon, after consuming 469,407 acres. 36 structures have been lost, with 2,714 threatened. As crews work to prevent spread of the fire into New Mexico, 4,734 personnel remain fighting the fire. Some roads … [Read more...] about Wallow Firefighting Progress and Flood Preparation
FMC Offering Prevention Info and Diabetes Management
Flagstaff Medical Center’s Diabetes Education Program is reaching out and embracing those affected by diabetes by hosting two educational classes, Diabetes Prevention and Living Well with Diabetes. The classes are designed to provide information on preventing diabetes and ways to live healthfully … [Read more...] about FMC Offering Prevention Info and Diabetes Management
Public Encouraged to Help Schultz Flooding Victims
The Civic Service Institute (CSI) at Northern Arizona University, in partnership with the United Way of Northern Arizona, is sponsoring a service project in the Schultz Flood Area on June 25, 2011. Volunteers are needed to fill and place sandbags or paint Jersey barriers; two shifts are available, … [Read more...] about Public Encouraged to Help Schultz Flooding Victims