The Sedona 30, a diverse group of Sedona, Arizona residents dedicated to improvement of the community, have launched a website: www.sedona30.com. The Sedona 30 was founded in 1982, and consists of a group of volunteers who pool time, talent, and resources to make a difference in numerous projects … [Read more...] about Sedona Group Launching Website
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Arizona’s Centennial
April 25 Celebration of Arizona's First 100 Years at the Olde Sedona Bar and Grill. There will be a lunch buffet with CharlesSchnudson presenting: “The 1912 Presidential Campaign.” The discussion will be followed by a discussion of “The Future of Education in Arizona” featuring Fred DuVal, Tom … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Centennial
Sedona Energy Labs Wins Innovation Challenge
Recognized for its advances in solar tracking systems and algorithms, Sedona Energy Labs (SEL) was awarded one of eight grants in the Arizona Commerce Authority's Arizona Innovation Challenge. SEL won for its InteliTrack™ Solar Tracking System that generates up to 40% more power from a solar array … [Read more...] about Sedona Energy Labs Wins Innovation Challenge
Car Dealerships Speeding Towards a New Normal
We continue to bump along the bottom,” said LaVelle McCoy, president and CEO of McCoy Motors in Flagstaff. “Fortunately,” he added, “I don’t see it getting any worse.” Whether it gets any better, however, depends on many factors. What is certain is that McCoy isn’t alone for this ride. Car … [Read more...] about Car Dealerships Speeding Towards a New Normal
Looking Good – Recession Resistant
Tucked just off Old Route 66 in downtown Flagstaff is a new business, smelling of fresh paint and profes- sional hair products. McSweeny is a salon, located near Mama Burger and Just Wireless. Longtime hairdressers Don McKenzie and Marc Potter just opened the salon, moving from … [Read more...] about Looking Good – Recession Resistant
Sedona Foundation Hires New Executive Director
Camp Soaring Eagle Events Planned Sedona-based Camp Soaring Eagle Foundation announced today that Sedona resident Jennifer W. Perry has been promoted to the position of executive director. Past CEO Max James has now shifted his focus to long-term de- velopment for the foundation. James re- … [Read more...] about Sedona Foundation Hires New Executive Director
Sedona’s New Age Businesses Form Cornerstone
Think of Sedona and the first thing that comes to mind is its spectacu- lar red rocks. The second thing is probably the spiritual and metaphysical side to this pretty little city of a just over 10,000. Sedona, by some, is considered the psychic capital of the world and sup- ports many new age … [Read more...] about Sedona’s New Age Businesses Form Cornerstone
Jeep Tour Companies Find Niche in Northern Arizona
Although storefronts of jeep tour companies dot the main drag through downtown Sedona, visitors to Flagstaff are hard-pressed to find a jeep tour storefront. That is, until recently. Last month, Grand Canyon Jeep Tours opened a retail store on Aspen Avenue, across the street from Heritage … [Read more...] about Jeep Tour Companies Find Niche in Northern Arizona
Local Economy Boosted by Wine
A proven marketing model is helping the Verde Valley ride out the economic tide on a wave of wine. “We have seen the sales of wine at local vineyards double over previous years’ sales,” said Lana Tolleson, president/CEO of the Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce. “No other … [Read more...] about Local Economy Boosted by Wine
Organization Bolsters Local Economy by $10 Million
One of the largest tourism organizations in Northern Arizona has been undercover since 1983. The obscure entity brought 90,000 clients to the region in the past 27 years. Currently, an average of 5,300 visitors per year come because of this unseen promoter of Northern Arizona. Every year, they … [Read more...] about Organization Bolsters Local Economy by $10 Million