In the Old West, they circled the wagons at night on pioneer trails. In Prescott, a family business has circled comfy travel trailers for overnight stays. It’s a new twist on trailer courts and vacation rentals that captures the spirit and freedom of the American road for today’s travelers. This retro camp is called Air Village, with 10 restored Avion trailers in a park-like setting along Granite Creek. It’s a block from rowdy Whiskey Row, the Courthouse Plaza and set just off Montezuma … [Read more...] about Retro Trailer Court Adds Prescott Lodging Option
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Dog Story Has Legs
When USA Today unleashed its findings that Flagstaff is the best city for a dog-friendly vacation, the news took off running. More than 182 publications and media outlets fetched the story, including AZ Central.com, KTLA TV in Los Angeles, KDVR TV in Denver and Flagstaff Business News. And that’s not all! Travel & Leisure declared that this Arizona town has some of the best stargazing in the United States, an enticing morsel shared by the magazine editor during a live interview on NBC’s … [Read more...] about Dog Story Has Legs
Jamie Goyen Mowbray: Arizona Exposure and Marketing
Arizona Exposure owner Jamie Goyen Mowbray has been working in Northern Arizona for decades and chances are, you’ve seen her work. As a seasoned graphic designer and marketing executive since 1984, Mowbray began her career with the successful McElfresh Advertising agency in Flagstaff. “I worked for Bill and Donna McElfresh for 28 years, then started my own business,” she said. “They were instrumental in showing me how to operate a small business and I would not be where I am today without … [Read more...] about Jamie Goyen Mowbray: Arizona Exposure and Marketing
Dinè College and Dineh Chamber of Commerce Partner to Boost Navajo Workforce, Economic Development
Dinè College and the Dineh Chamber of Commerce have joined forces to retrain former Navajo Generating Station workers and others to build a skilled workforce that can drive economic development across the Navajo Nation. Derrick Watchman, a consultant for the Dinè Chamber, says the partnership is seeking federal grants to support this mission. Watchman, who has been working with the chamber since the pandemic, said they are also collaborating with the American Indian Enterprise and other groups, … [Read more...] about Dinè College and Dineh Chamber of Commerce Partner to Boost Navajo Workforce, Economic Development
New Rules Ahead for Off-Road Riders
Christmas is coming and some fortunate folks may find a special gift in their driveways – a new Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) wrapped with a big red ribbon. The OHV is defined as “a motorized vehicle that is operated primarily off of highways and that is designed, modified or purpose-built primarily for recreational non-highway all-terrain travel,” according to Arizona Game and Fish Department literature, the “Off-Highway Vehicle Guide.” Unfortunately, the surprise of receiving an OHV during the … [Read more...] about New Rules Ahead for Off-Road Riders
‘Hoppy’ Holidays: Downtown Flagstaff Lights Up with Window Decorating Contest
Downtown Flagstaff businesses are decking the halls – and their windows – with festive flair this holiday season as they compete in the annual Downtown Flagstaff Window Decorating Contest. From beer-themed puns to tastefully designed winter wonderlands, the historic district has become a dazzling show of creativity and holiday cheer. Beaver Street Brewery has embraced the season with its playful “Hoppy Holidays” scene with multi-colored Christmas trees, while Lumberyard Brewing Company’s window … [Read more...] about ‘Hoppy’ Holidays: Downtown Flagstaff Lights Up with Window Decorating Contest
Prescott’s Past Reignited: Fire & Sword Speakeasy Opens Beneath Hotel St. Michael
Stepping into the Fire & Sword speakeasy at the Hotel St. Michael transports guests back to an era of secrets, where Prohibition’s shadow cloaked gatherings in hidden rooms. The dim red lighting, restored copper ceiling, and historic brick walls evoke the clandestine spirit of the past, while Hotel St. Michael’s General Manager Regina Kilmer says the space now has a fresh, contemporary feel. Kilmer, who has worked at the hotel for the last 13 years, remembers her first time exploring the … [Read more...] about Prescott’s Past Reignited: Fire & Sword Speakeasy Opens Beneath Hotel St. Michael
Bring Your Vision into Focus for the New Year
Many of us consider the stroke of midnight into the new year to be some sort of magical reset button that comes with snow flurries and a kiss. I happen to be one of them. However, turning that magical moment into everyday life usually takes a little more than fairy dust, like a bold decision, courage, perseverance and a pathologically unshakeable belief that what you want is not only possible, it is inevitable, and it is already here. Clean Up That Lens It’s hard to have great vision when your … [Read more...] about Bring Your Vision into Focus for the New Year
Winds of Fortune
Friends of Camp Colton Executive Director Ari Wilder expressed gratitude for the $7,500 donation from Babbitt Brothers Foundation, NextEra Energy Resources and Salt River Project to support the environmental education facility’s expansion and renovation plans. The gift was announced during the Babbitt Ranch Energy Center completion celebration this fall at the wind farm north of Flagstaff. “We are acutely aware that we are educating our future citizens,” Wilder said of the 1,200 campers in the … [Read more...] about Winds of Fortune
Local Leadership Coach Shares Story of Resilience in New Book
As resilience becomes increasingly vital in facing today’s challenges, “Triumphs of Transformation: Inspiring Stories of Resilience and Life Change” offers personal accounts of overcoming adversity from 29 contributors, including business strategist and leadership coach Julie Lancaster of Flagstaff. “Triumphs and Transformation” represents a wide range of fields, from health care and entrepreneurship to diplomacy and the arts. As CEO of Lancaster Leadership, Julie works with organizations that … [Read more...] about Local Leadership Coach Shares Story of Resilience in New Book
