Royal Plumbing & Rooter Services owner Gabriel “Gabe” Ontiveros’s career successfully came about when he took over his uncle’s business 19 years ago. “When my family and I visited Flagstaff in 1997, my uncle, Ruben, offered me a job at his plumbing business,” he said. “At the time, I was … [Read more...] about Royal Plumbing Owner Chose Flagstaff for Family and Business
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Lowell Observatory Presents 2NDAnnual I Heart Pluto Festival
Lowell Observatory is pleased to present a celebration 91 years in the making: the 2nd Annual I Heart Pluto Festival. Retired NASA astronauts Nicole Stott and Ron Garan and New Horizons scientists Dr. Alan Stern and Dr. Will Grundy headline the event. This free, all-virtual celebration runs from … [Read more...] about Lowell Observatory Presents 2NDAnnual I Heart Pluto Festival
Continuing to Work for Youth, Families, Community
After almost 13 years on the Flagstaff City Council, I chose not to seek reelection. My current term ends this month, and as such, this will be my last article as mayor for the Flagstaff Business News. My family, the Dorseys, have lived in Northern Arizona for four generations. My grandfather … [Read more...] about Continuing to Work for Youth, Families, Community
Recreational Marijuana Set to Change the Business Landscape
Roy DuPrez owns Back2Basics Outdoor Adventures in Flagstaff. The company’s primary focus is helping individuals live meaningful lives free from alcohol and drug addictions. Yet, like 60% of the state’s residents, DuPrez voted for Proposition 207, the measure that legalizes recreational marijuana in … [Read more...] about Recreational Marijuana Set to Change the Business Landscape
Why Communication is Essential in the Real Estate Process
We’ve all heard the saying, “No news is good news,” right? Well, not necessarily in the real estate process. While not hearing anything could be deemed as everything is moving along smoothly, it could also mean there are critical dates and deadlines being missed. There should be one person at the … [Read more...] about Why Communication is Essential in the Real Estate Process
CCC joins statewide effort to train cloud-based computing
Leaders in the technology industry say that cloud-based computing is not only the future, but it is already here. Coconino Community College has joined other colleges across Arizona in a statewide effort to increase access to cloud computing education in schools. On Thursday, the Arizona … [Read more...] about CCC joins statewide effort to train cloud-based computing
Hypnotherapy, Coaching: How They Work Together
Hypnotherapy: Technically, hypnotherapy is the use of hypnosis therapeutically to resolve a mind-based issue. Most people know hypnosis as entertainment, “making” people quack like ducks; play imaginary instruments; be Elvis; feel as if it’s really cold, hot or their skin is crawling with ants; act … [Read more...] about Hypnotherapy, Coaching: How They Work Together
Flagstaff Tackling Traffic Congestion
Anybody who has lived in Flagstaff for a while may well agree: driving on Milton Road during rush hour at the height of tourist season can be frustrating. The same may hold true on Highway 180 from Baderville into town during a holiday weekend in the winter when there is snow. The concerns have … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Tackling Traffic Congestion
Reflecting on Reasons to Love Fall in Flagstaff
As 2017 comes to a close, it’s a good time for reflection. Here are my Top 10 reasons to love fall in Flagstaff: Standing in my backyard every morning, shivering, gazing at Agassiz Peak until the sun’s first pink ray finds the summit. Driving into town and seeing the Peaks wrapped in … [Read more...] about Reflecting on Reasons to Love Fall in Flagstaff
Invest in Flagstaff, Invest in Yourself
Elevation. Crisp mountain air. Seasons – you got all four. Camping, hiking, fishing, hunting and viewing wildlife. All the usual components of a typical great place to live. Flagstaff has a small town feel with big city perks: some of the most exceptional educational institutions that Arizona has to … [Read more...] about Invest in Flagstaff, Invest in Yourself
