CCC graduate Evan Burris landed work in his field of information technology even before he finished his studies. “The first IT classes I ever took were the Cisco [computer networking] classes at Fourth Street, and they really sparked a fire in me and made me realize it was something I wanted to … [Read more...] about Staying Competitive in IT
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Preserving El Pueblo and Code Talker History
When Jacquie Kellogg of West USA Realty sold the recently demolished Wonderful Hotel, she had no idea that sale would stir her passion for historic buildings in Flagstaff. Soon after, the owner of El Pueblo Motor Inn called her to ask if she would serve as listing agent for the motel. It was then … [Read more...] about Preserving El Pueblo and Code Talker History
Glamping: Communing with Nature in Comfort
Visitors coming to Northern Arizona to experience the Great Outdoors are leaving their tents at home. They have discovered “glamping” and are connecting with nature without sacrificing creature comforts. The term glamping is a combination of the words ‘glamorous’ and ‘camping’ and is a popular way … [Read more...] about Glamping: Communing with Nature in Comfort
Twin Arrows Deploys Arizona First Security Robot
The next time you visit Twin Arrows Casino Resort, you may meet “K5” patrolling the Twin Arrows parking lot. Looking and sounding a bit like R2-D2, the Star Wars character, the Knightscope K5 is a 398-pound autonomous robot that provides a commanding, but friendly, physical presence. The security … [Read more...] about Twin Arrows Deploys Arizona First Security Robot
Protecting Flagstaff’s Dark Skies around Naval Observatory
Civilization is creeping up on the U.S. Naval Observatory. At risk, said USNO Director Dr. Paul Shankland, is its dark sky status, which is important to astronomers and astrophysicists, and to national security. “In a general sense, we are responsible for the celestial reference frame,” he said, … [Read more...] about Protecting Flagstaff’s Dark Skies around Naval Observatory
Loven Contracting Recognized for Exceeding Safety Standards
Mike Loven, founder of one of the largest construction companies in Northern Arizona, has recently received one of the most valued safety awards in the Southwest. Loven Contracting was recognized by the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) Star Award, a very high safety standard earned through … [Read more...] about Loven Contracting Recognized for Exceeding Safety Standards
Celebrating Northern Arizona’s Lunar Legacy
July 20, 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the first manned mission to the Moon. Well before Neil Armstrong made his giant leap on that day, he and his fellow space travelers took a whole slew of small steps right here in Northern Arizona, where they honed their scientific skills at a variety of … [Read more...] about Celebrating Northern Arizona’s Lunar Legacy
Humming Along the Rim with Buck Wild
Humvees have joined helicopters, airplanes, river rafts and mules as another interesting way to explore the Grand Canyon. Known as the oldest and largest sightseeing company in the world, Papillon Group is extending its services to include Buck Wild Hummer Tours with custom built Humvee … [Read more...] about Humming Along the Rim with Buck Wild
Tailored Tutoring Changing the Instruction Model
A local entrepreneur is taking the time-honored practice of tutoring back to school with an application that streamlines the process of finding a private instructor and uses a mix of in-person and video services to make tutoring more convenient and affordable for college students. Rob Lokken, a … [Read more...] about Tailored Tutoring Changing the Instruction Model
Vacationing Families Borrow Island Dogs for Day Trips
In the lobby of the Kauai Humane Society, nine-year-old Oliver Hopkins can hardly wait to see Dorothy again. Within minutes, the big, lovable pit bull mix is reunited with her new best friend as Oliver wraps his arms around her sturdy neck and mom and dad stand by. For vacationing families … [Read more...] about Vacationing Families Borrow Island Dogs for Day Trips