Lauren Breedlove may believe she has the best summer job. She earned a “Sunternship” with the Days Inn hotel chain. It is her job to jet set to some of the sunniest cities in the nation, explore, take photos and learn a few things about the destinations to share. On her list was Flagstaff, where she … [Read more...] about ‘Suntern’ Chases the Sun to Flagstaff
Tourism
City Receiving Positive Feedback from Business Community
Mother Road Brewing Company is one of the businesses sharing information about its success with the Flagstaff City Council and thanking the city for its support. During a Flagstaff City Council Work Session on Nov. 28, Mother Road Brewing Company owner Michael Marquess reported that … [Read more...] about City Receiving Positive Feedback from Business Community
NAU, Tourism, Driving Flagstaff Economy
A steady upward trajectory in the Flagstaff economy throughout the remainder of this year and into 2018 promotes continued growth in the construction and retail trades amidst local challenges and a more hostile worldwide environment. So shares Ron Gunderson, Ph.D., emeritus professor of economics in … [Read more...] about NAU, Tourism, Driving Flagstaff Economy
The Greater Goal: Quality of Life Positively Impacted by Tourism
The Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau is on a mission. A mission to increase the quality of life for every household in Flagstaff. Sound like a daunting task? Well, the effort needed to create this economic impact may not be easy, but the formula is simple: tourism = dollars. Dollars you … [Read more...] about The Greater Goal: Quality of Life Positively Impacted by Tourism
Tourism Officials Marking Record Year
At the most recent iteration of Flagstaff’s official welcome to the new year – the Pine Cone Drop – thousands of people stepped out of nearby restaurants, bars and hotels to witness the first of two celebrations centered around the Weatherford Hotel. Flagstaff Mayor Jerry Nabors addressed the mob of … [Read more...] about Tourism Officials Marking Record Year
Flagstaff Receiving Well-Deserved Respect
Hey Arizona, Flagstaff is all grown up and no longer the little sister living in the far-reaching shadows of glorified big sis, Grand Canyon. Where Flagstaff may once have been considered a stopping-off place on the way to or from one of the world’s top natural wonders: no more! The Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Receiving Well-Deserved Respect
Influenza Poses Greater Threat than Ebola
The Ebola outbreak in West Africa and deadly diseases elsewhere in the world may infect the imagination and spread fear among observers, but Flagstaff is more susceptible to an influenza epidemic from the often preventable circulation of airborne germs. Mare Schumacher, epidemiologist at the … [Read more...] about Influenza Poses Greater Threat than Ebola
Suns Return to Flagstaff for Training Camp
The Phoenix Suns will return to Flagstaff, Ariz. for the second consecutive season when they report for training camp at Northern Arizona University from September 30 through October 4. This year marks the 18th time the City of Flagstaff has hosted the team’s training camp and the second straight … [Read more...] about Suns Return to Flagstaff for Training Camp
Traveler in Concert at The Arboretum at Flagstaff, September 6, 2014
FLAGSTAFF, AZ –The Arboretum at Flagstaff and Flagstaff Arts Council announce Traveler in concert at The Arboretum. Musical performances take place under the shade of the cool pines with a view of the San Francisco Peaks, rain or shine. The concert will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, September … [Read more...] about Traveler in Concert at The Arboretum at Flagstaff, September 6, 2014
Oak Creek Canyon Closure Area
Coconino National Forest will be expanding the existing Slide Fire closure area for public safety on July 7 or with the onset of the monsoon pattern—whichever occurs first. The proposed expansion of the closure area will include National Forest land within Oak Creek Canyon beginning on … [Read more...] about Oak Creek Canyon Closure Area
