Poco Diablo Resort has opened its new restaurant, Willows Kitchen + Wine Bar, as part of a phased $22 million renovation. Although the restaurant had a soft opening Sept. 15, it recently hosted journalists for a preview tasting of the winter menu and pairings with wines from the restaurant’s … [Read more...] about Poco Diablo Introduces Willows Kitchen
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Weatherford Hotel to Ring in the New Year with Great Pinecone Drop
With residents and visitors ready to usher in a New Year of hope, health and good cheer, Weatherford Hotel owners have announced the return of the Great Pinecone Drop to historic downtown Flagstaff and also the VIP Golden Ticket Event inside the grand Victorian building, offering crackling … [Read more...] about Weatherford Hotel to Ring in the New Year with Great Pinecone Drop
Arizona Nordic Village Prepares for Winter Season
The crew at Arizona Nordic Village is preparing for the winter season with the ski area’s first masters’ and kids’ Nordic ski teams, all new ski rental equipment and additional cross-country skiing races, including a marathon and sprint. “The start of every winter season at the Village is highly … [Read more...] about Arizona Nordic Village Prepares for Winter Season
Out of Africa Celebrates Birthday Tigers
They come when their names are called, love to play and go on walks, and at over 150 pounds each, drink from a baby bottle. Meet Equinox and Exodus, Out of Africa’s Bengal tigers who are celebrating their first birthday. As playful as they are, they may seem like big domesticated cats, but … [Read more...] about Out of Africa Celebrates Birthday Tigers
Forestry Community Mourns Death of Beloved Professor Yeon-Su Kim
Flagstaff, the NAU community and foresters across the country are mourning the death of Forestry Professor Yeon-Su Kim. She and her husband, Corey Allen, were reported lost at sea on Thanksgiving while kayaking from Rocky Point. News reports state that Kim’s body was found Sunday, Nov. 27, by a … [Read more...] about Forestry Community Mourns Death of Beloved Professor Yeon-Su Kim
Making Faces
Putting makeup on her friends was fun for Ellen Navarro, but she never dreamed it could become a career. “I was always ‘that girl’ when it came to doing make-up for prom or other events. My family and friends always turned to me. I loved doing it, but I had no idea that you could actually earn an … [Read more...] about Making Faces
Tapping into Intuition, Recognizing Miracles
Have you ever thanked your “lucky stars” for something going your way, or thought, “What a coincidence!” when an expert showed up with the information or equipment you needed at that moment? Perhaps you simply have remarked, “That was a miracle!” I like to think of these instances as actual … [Read more...] about Tapping into Intuition, Recognizing Miracles
Large Animal Shelter Welcomes Visitors, Volunteers
As the cost of living continues to rise, caring for large animals has become more challenging as well. Dawn Chapton, co-owner of CP Mules and Equine Rescue in Chino Valley, said the non-profit organization recently received $500 in donations, but it continues to need help with both money and … [Read more...] about Large Animal Shelter Welcomes Visitors, Volunteers
Creative Flagstaff Honored for Celebrating Astronomer Carolyn Shoemaker, NightVisions
The legacy of Flagstaff astronomer Carolyn Shoemaker, along with appreciation for Flagstaff’s dark skies, took center stage at the Coconino Center for the Arts from May through August when the team at Creative Flagstaff, in collaboration with the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition, celebrated a grand … [Read more...] about Creative Flagstaff Honored for Celebrating Astronomer Carolyn Shoemaker, NightVisions
Why the Minimum Wage Increase is Complicated
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2023, the minimum wage in the City of Flagstaff will increase to $16.80 and the tipped minimum wage to $14.80 per hour. City of Flagstaff Management Analyst Chris Rhode explained to Flagstaff Business News why the minimum wage increase is not as straightforward as in previous … [Read more...] about Why the Minimum Wage Increase is Complicated