During the 1960s and 1970s, two companies called Arkla Exploration and the Duval Corporation explored Northern Arizona for potash in the Holbrook Basin by drilling over 100 holes. The Holbrook Salt Basin is a project area that rests approximately seven miles east of Holbrook, Arizona. A report was released with compelling evidence that the location held a substantial amount of potash. Potash is a material that is mined and typically used by farmers for fertilizer. In just 2007 alone, farmers … [Read more...] about Economy Could See Boost from Potash Mining
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Old Town Shops Joining Forces with CCNAH
The Old Town Shops, located in downtown Flagstaff, presented the Cancer Centers of Northern ArizonaHealthcare – Flagstaff with a check for more than $1,800. P.J. Chilcottage and Mix on the Square donated a portion of their sale proceeds from October, which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, to help support local women battling breast cancer. “This is the third year we have joined forces with the community and the Cancer Center at Flagstaff Medical Center to help women who are fighting … [Read more...] about Old Town Shops Joining Forces with CCNAH
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 Income Tax Credit. With tax season rapidly approaching, United Way of Northern Arizona is seeking VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) volunteers to help carry out our mission of “improving lives … [Read more...] about United Way seeking Tax Assistance Volunteers
County Residents Want Higher Education Opportunities
Higher education was the topic of a survey of northern Coconino County communities by Coconino Community College, and the Arizona Hospitality Resource and Research Center at Northern Arizona University. The survey was conducted as part of the college's three-year Strategic Plan, to gather information about the college's image and community expectations for the college. A similar survey was conducted last year at the Grand Canyon, Tusayan, Williams areas, and other western Coconino County … [Read more...] about County Residents Want Higher Education Opportunities
Workshop on Health Care Changes
Mon, 31 College Resource Center - January 2011 Workshop NACRC, 1001 N Turquoise Dr. Dr. Eric Henley of North Country HealthCare explains how the new healthcare laws will impact your business. Breakfast catered by Kickstand Kafe. Free for members, $10 for not-yet-FiBA-members. More information at 928-637-6590. … [Read more...] about Workshop on Health Care Changes
Workshop on Unemployment Benefits
Dec 8 Flagstaff Jobs2010 is offering a workshop for people who will be losing unemployment benefits. Topics will include coping skills and availability of services in the community. The workshop will include a community resource panel with information from at least five local non profits who may have applicable services. The event will be held at the Flagstaff Aquaplex, from 1-2:30 on December 8th. Flagstaff Jobs2010 continues to offer a wide variety of services for people … [Read more...] about Workshop on Unemployment Benefits
Panel Discussion for the College Bound
Nov. 15th 6-7:00p.m. The Northern Arizona College Resource Center is hosting a discussion by college students called, 'What is College Really like?' NACRC is located at 1001 N. Turquoise Dr. Registration information is available at staff@nacrc.net … [Read more...] about Panel Discussion for the College Bound
