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Royal Plumbing Owner Chose Flagstaff for Family and Business

February 6, 2021 By FBN 1 Comment

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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Former Wrangler Shares Grand Canyon Life Through Art

January 8, 2021 By FBN Leave a Comment

Although Artist Mary Lois Brown had never traveled more than 20 miles outside of her small town in Pennsylvania, a river trip at the Grand Canyon in the late 1970s swept her miles away to a new home and a new job. Not only did that trip spur a love for the canyon, but also a love for the mules. … [Read more...] about Former Wrangler Shares Grand Canyon Life Through Art

Filed Under: FBN Spotlight Tagged With: Artist, camp cook, Colorado River, Community Profile, Mary Lois Brown, mule wrangler, Spotlight

Marlboro Man in Action at the Grand Canyon

December 2, 2020 By FBN Leave a Comment

Some boys do grow up to be cowboys, and some cowboys even grow up to be Marlboro men. Such was the case for Grand Canyon National Park Service (NPS) Wrangler Ed Forbis. Born on a ranch in Deer Lodge, Montana, from the brim of his hat to his well-worn boots, Forbis is a genuine cowboy. His warm … [Read more...] about Marlboro Man in Action at the Grand Canyon

Filed Under: FBN Spotlight Tagged With: Community Profile, Ed Forbis, Spotlight, Western

Making Time Stand Still

November 3, 2020 By FBN Leave a Comment

Folks living in or wandering through Northern Arizona who want a break from the fast pace of daily life have a unique opportunity with a one-of-a-kind Bed and Breakfast in Prescott known as Foxbriar. Husband and wife owners Sandy Moss and Mike Shepard have literally made time stand still with the … [Read more...] about Making Time Stand Still

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Challenges Ahead for Alzheimer’s Association Director

September 30, 2020 By FBN Leave a Comment

Lesley Jenkins, regional director for the Desert Southwest Chapter - Alzheimer’s Association, has a daunting task ahead. It involves creating more awareness and more support groups for what is becoming the most insidious illness attacking Arizonans – dementia caused by Alzheimer’s disease. It is … [Read more...] about Challenges Ahead for Alzheimer’s Association Director

Filed Under: FBN Spotlight Tagged With: Alzheimer's Association, Community Profile, Lesley Jenkins, Spotlight

Tapping into the Superpowers of Science

September 2, 2020 By FBN Leave a Comment

Let’s get one thing straight. Christa Sadler is not that woman in the room in the suit and heels with perfectly manicured nails. “Just don’t make me wear make-up,” she pleaded upon accepting the request to lead the 2020 Flagstaff Festival of Science in the W. L. Gore & Associate’s Keynote … [Read more...] about Tapping into the Superpowers of Science

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Practicing Management by Walking Around

August 6, 2020 By FBN Leave a Comment

Edward Keable has had a lot of switchbacks he has had to conquer as the new Superintendent of the Grand Canyon National Park (GCNP), but without hesitation, he acknowledges that his new position is a “dream job.” “When I was offered this position, it took me less than a second to say yes,” he … [Read more...] about Practicing Management by Walking Around

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Flagstaff Hails Historic Mead Culture

July 4, 2020 By FBN 1 Comment

Originating more than 5,000 years ago, mead belongs at the very beginning of the long history of alcoholic libations enjoyed by humans. Mead is mentioned in history and mythology of the ancient cultures of India, China, Greece and Egypt. Simply put, mead is fermented honey, a honey wine made from … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Hails Historic Mead Culture

Filed Under: FBN Spotlight Tagged With: Community Profile, Mead Hall, Spotlight

Capturing the Heart of Flagstaff

June 4, 2020 By FBN 2 Comments

George Breed is an 82-year-old who spends his time spreading love and wisdom as he walks about Flagstaff. He captures little moments on camera, which develop into big statements about the essence of the town. His warm smile is a joy to come upon, and he seems to be friends with everyone from … [Read more...] about Capturing the Heart of Flagstaff

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Mod Mom Furniture Designer Teams Up with Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation

May 8, 2020 By FBN Leave a Comment

Going from television sales in Chicago for the A&E network to stay-at-home mom in Los Angeles, Kiersten Hathcock was restless. “In addition to the fact that we needed to make up for my lost income, I realized quickly that I was wired to work and create. In 2006, I set up a garage sale and it … [Read more...] about Mod Mom Furniture Designer Teams Up with Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation

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