The Flagstaff Nordic Center is closing this week because of a lack of snow. Officials at the Nordic Center north of Flagstaff on Highway 180, says they expect to reopen for the weekend if snow arrives, as expected. Other facilities at the cross country ski area remain open. "Our yurt and camping … [Read more...] about Snowbowl’s Base Good -Nordic Center Closing
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$2 Million Released for Page Road Repairs
The U.S. Department of Transportation will release $2 million for initial emergency repairs to U.S. Highway 89 in northern Arizona. The amount was requested by the Arizona Department of Transportation and Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick, D-Ariz. The February collapse and closure of a portion of U.S. 89 has … [Read more...] about $2 Million Released for Page Road Repairs
Bearizona Announcing New Bear Cubs
Bearizona Wildlife Park is excited to announce the arrival of five bear cubs, which were born to two different mothers the first week of January at the Williams, Arizona Wildlife Park. The bear cubs will be viewable in a special care area in the gift shop until May, when they are big enough to go … [Read more...] about Bearizona Announcing New Bear Cubs
Helicopter Rides to Tower Butte Beginning
For the first time in history, beginning Thursday, March 7, 2013, adventurers will have the opportunity to literally stand atop Tower Butte, the incredible sandstone pinnacle that rises 5,000 feet above sea level, located in Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park near Page, Ariz. The Papillon/Grand Canyon … [Read more...] about Helicopter Rides to Tower Butte Beginning
Road to Page Closed Indefinitely
While US 89 is expected to remain closed indefinitely due to last Wednesday’s landslide 25 miles south of Page, motorists should consider their options and allow extra travel time if they are traveling between Flagstaff and Lake Powell or into Arizona from southern Utah via Page, according to the … [Read more...] about Road to Page Closed Indefinitely
Canyon Creating Jobs
According to a peer-reviewed report released by the National Park Service yesterday, Grand Canyon National Park’s 4.3 million visitors spent $467,257,000 and supported 7,361 jobs in Arizona in 2011. “Grand Canyon National Park is one of 22 national parks in Arizona. These national parks are … [Read more...] about Canyon Creating Jobs
AZ Snowbowl Celebrating 75th Year
As Northern Arizona anticipates the first big snow of the season, officials at Arizona Snowbowl are preparing for a memorable ski season. In addition to celebrating the newly added snowmaking process, the ski resort north of Flagstaff was selected as a top 10 Ski Destination by the Phoenix Business … [Read more...] about AZ Snowbowl Celebrating 75th Year
CVB Hiring Heidi Hansen as New Director
The Flagstaff Convention and Visitor's Bureau is hiring Heidi Hansen to be the department's new director. She will be responsible for the overall operation of the CVB and its $1.6 million budget. City management screened and interviewed numerous talented candidates during the search process … [Read more...] about CVB Hiring Heidi Hansen as New Director
Snowbowl Celebrating 75th with Discounts
Celebrating its 75th diamond anniversary, Arizona Snowbowl is glistening at its peak and gaining altitude! As one of the country's longest running ski resorts, Snowbowl is ready to celebrate winter in a big way during this monumental birthday year with discounted pre-season passes, special events … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Celebrating 75th with Discounts
Chamber Music Opening 30th Season
Chamber Music Sedona kicks off its thirtieth season with two performances of The Met: Live in HD at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road, Saturday, October 13 with L'Elisir d'Amore by Gaetano Donizetti, and Saturday October 27 with Verdi’s Otello. “The Met: … [Read more...] about Chamber Music Opening 30th Season