Winnie Hanseth says, “If they ask me for anything, I’d do it.” “They” refers to Friends of Camp Colton, non-profit partner with the Flagstaff Unified School District (FUSD) that operates the environmental education facility and program that has hosted 47,000 students in 52 years. Winnie and her late husband, Evan, started Beaver Street Brewery south of the tracks in Flagstaff, and later, Lumberyard Brewing. As a businessperson, she supports other causes, but has remained a staunch backer … [Read more...] about A Postcard from Camp Colton
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Guiding Native American Youth Through Pathways
The Native Americans for Community Action (NACA) Pathways Youth Program is a substance use prevention program tailored to Native American youth and their families in the Flagstaff community who can benefit from a supportive and nurturing environment. Pathways provides information and education on developing and maintaining healthy lifestyles for youth and their families. Pathways’ target population is youth ages 6-13 from Flagstaff Unified School District Elementary and Middle Schools. The … [Read more...] about Guiding Native American Youth Through Pathways
Earth Angels Protecting, Healing, Saving Abused and Neglected Children
Beneath the beautifully stylish exterior of interior designer and entrepreneur Jill Babb, founder of Changes, is a fierce warrior for children. For nearly two decades, she, her husband, Bill, founder of Babb Financial Group, and a small army of local volunteers have hosted some of Flagstaff’s most lavish galas, called on celebrities and signed up business leaders to amplify the voices of children suffering around the world and in our neighborhoods. This month, Jill gives thanks for what appears … [Read more...] about Earth Angels Protecting, Healing, Saving Abused and Neglected Children
Proposed NAH Health Village to Impact Economy, Add Jobs, Enhance Patient Experience
Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) is proposing to build a multi-million-dollar Health and Wellness Village that is expected to shape health care services for Northern Arizona for decades to come and also generate tens of millions of dollars for the local economy. “The Health and Wellness Village will be unlike anything ever built in Arizona,” said Steve Eiss, vice president of real estate and development for Northern Arizona Healthcare. “It will change how people perceive health care delivery … [Read more...] about Proposed NAH Health Village to Impact Economy, Add Jobs, Enhance Patient Experience
Stormwater Projects Continue to Gain Support
I hope this New Year is going well for everyone! There are a lot of exciting things happening in our community to update you on. First and foremost, our stormwater infrastructure projects have received more financial support through our intergovernmental partnerships. On Jan. 19, we got word that Flagstaff will receive $2.7 million from the AZ Water Infrastructure Authority through the leadership of Congressman Greg Stanton. We are the only city in Arizona to have received two funded … [Read more...] about Stormwater Projects Continue to Gain Support
Next Generation Tools Battling Pandemic Impact
As the highly contagious omicron variant is outpacing the delta strain in Arizona, one of Arizona’s leading infectious disease scientists says the endgame for human coronaviruses in the past has been to become more contagious but make us less sick. Thus, the evolutionary character of COVID-19, together with “next generation” tools, have scientists optimistic that we are better able to treat the disease and guard against severe illness than ever before. “One of the great next generation … [Read more...] about Next Generation Tools Battling Pandemic Impact
Restaurants Serving Up Lunch at Charter Schools
While the new charter school in Flagstaff, Basis, is known for its rigorous course work and anticipated high test scores, few people realize they also have a unique alternative to the average school cafeteria. From smoky pulled-chicken sandwiches to authentic Asian cuisine, students can order meals from locally owned restaurants including Mix, Big Foot BBQ, Stage Left Deli and Golden Dragon. These options are available on designated days Monday through Thursday, while Fridays are set aside … [Read more...] about Restaurants Serving Up Lunch at Charter Schools
Paul Kulpinski Running for Mayor
Longtime businessman Paul Kulpinski has filed paperwork for 2012 Mayoral Election. Organizers filed an Arizona Political Committee Statement of Organization at Flagstaff’s City Hall with the name Paul Kulpinski for Mayor. With this filing, Kulpinski becomes the first candidate for Mayor in the 2012 election. Kulpinski has lived in Flagstaff for 21 years and currently serves the community as an elected member of the Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board. He was elected to the … [Read more...] about Paul Kulpinski Running for Mayor