Community is a beautiful word. Not necessarily because it looks so pretty on paper or sounds so sweet rolling off the tongue but simply because of what it signifies. Connection. Inclusion. Association. The definition of community is twofold. First: A group of people living in the same place or … [Read more...] about Community: So Much More Than a Four- Letter Word, Home
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Flying Right
Fourth-generation Arizona Babbitt Billy Cordasco got a bit of a tear in his eye as he felt the significance of the moment – the majesty of the snow-capped San Francisco Peaks above the town on a brisk April morning, the deep meaning of a prominent flag staff back in service for a city bearing the … [Read more...] about Flying Right
Growing Food, Growing Community
Blessed with high altitude and a finicky growing season, Northern Arizona is often criticized as a frustrating place to grow food. In spite of these challenges, the City of Flagstaff and Flagstaff Foodlink are proud to celebrate the overwhelming success of the 2011 growing season. In just two … [Read more...] about Growing Food, Growing Community
NAU Alumna Highlighting AZ Centennial
The Flagstaff community and NorthernArizona University will welcome NAU alumna and author Lisa Schnebly Heidinger as part of the president's speaker series and in honor of Arizona’s centennial celebration next month. Heidinger will discuss Arizona: 100 Years Grand, her recently published work … [Read more...] about NAU Alumna Highlighting AZ Centennial
Art Babbott Running Board of Supervisors
Art Babbott has declared his candidacy for District 1 Coconino County Board of Supervisors and officially resigned from the Flagstaff City Council. “I look forward to sharing my vision for an innovative, vibrant and sustaining future with District 1 residents. Listening to citizen’s … [Read more...] about Art Babbott Running Board of Supervisors
Improving Quality of Life for Region’s Youth
It’s common knowledge that Flagstaff is an incredible place to raise children, but now, it is official. “Recently, we applied for a ‘100 Best Communities for Youth’ award and were honored that Flagstaff was chosen as one of the 100 recipients,” said Ruth Ellen Suding. “This award, bestowed in … [Read more...] about Improving Quality of Life for Region’s Youth
United Way seeking Tax Assistance Volunteers
Every year, residents of Coconino County forfeit an estimated $4 million in Earned Income Tax Credits because they either don’t know they’re entitled to tax credits, or they don’t file tax returns with the IRS. A family with three qualifying children can claim as much as $5,751 through the Earned … [Read more...] about United Way seeking Tax Assistance Volunteers
Exploring Options for More Local Food Production
Despite living at 7,000 feet where Mother Nature follows her own rulebook, a group of people is working to increase options for locally grown food. Flagstaff-based Local Fare was started by some Northern Arizona University students and faculty members who saw both a need and an opportunity. One … [Read more...] about Exploring Options for More Local Food Production
Little America’s Big Holiday Plans
The Little America Hotel has been a staple in Northern Arizona for over 38 years. The longevity of this beautiful property comes from a strong dedication to the Flagstaff community, providing great service, a quality establishment and always seeking to establish a tradition of excellence in every … [Read more...] about Little America’s Big Holiday Plans
Flagstaff Welcoming Martina McBride
Country music star Martina McBride signed autographs and met with members of the Flagstaff community as part of her Eleven Across America tour. She stopped at the Flagstaff Amtrak station and met with some of her Northern Arizona fans yesterday. The Martina McBride Eleven Across America Tour … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Welcoming Martina McBride
