A recent article in The Atlantic states that nearly half of Facebook users aged 18-34 check their Facebook just minutes after waking up; 28 percent even before getting out of bed. An informal survey with my university students finds that it’s the last thing many of them do at night before going to … [Read more...] about Is There an App for Getting My Life Back?
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Get to Know Your New Deputy City Manager, Jerene Watson
This month, Mayor Sara Presler has a few questions for Deputy City Manager Jerene Watson, who started working for Flagstaff last month. Mayor: Welcome to Flagstaff! Tell us a little bit about you. Watson: I’ve spent nearly four decades in the workforce – seven years in the private sector and … [Read more...] about Get to Know Your New Deputy City Manager, Jerene Watson
Sedona Resort Booking Holiday Parties
With the holiday season fast approaching, the Sedona Hilton Resort and Spa has several ideas on planning get-togethers. Why Not Combine Office Christmas Celebrations with Your Last Meeting of the Year? Check out our special Christmas offers or speak to the sales team about your event and you … [Read more...] about Sedona Resort Booking Holiday Parties
NAU Researchers Study Evolutionary Fish Jumping
Research sometimes means looking for one thing and finding another. Such was the case when biology professor Alice Gibb and her research team at Northern Arizona University witnessed a small amphibious fish, the mangrove rivulus, jump with apparent skill and purpose out of a small net and back into … [Read more...] about NAU Researchers Study Evolutionary Fish Jumping
Cardinals Training Camp Underway in Flagstaff
The Arizona Cardinals football team is back in Flagstaff, preparing for their upcoming season by training at high altitude. The Flagstaff training, where team members use the facilities at Northern Arizona University, is a favorite for many fans, who enjoy the up-close contact with players. Many … [Read more...] about Cardinals Training Camp Underway in Flagstaff
12 Step Program Finding Success
Back 2 Basics is proud to announce their one year anniversary. In the past year, Back 2 Basics has treated nearly 20 people. For those who have completed the program, there has been a 100 percent success rate. Back 2 Basics is a family operated, community supported, sober living environment for … [Read more...] about 12 Step Program Finding Success
Pine Canyon Emerging from Bankruptcy
Just nine months after the developers of the Pine Canyon Golf Club and residential development in Flagstaff, Arizona filed Chapter 11 proceedings, the Honorable Redfield T. Baum, United States Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Arizona, entered an Order Confirming their Plan of Reorganization … [Read more...] about Pine Canyon Emerging from Bankruptcy
Workshop For Challenged Mortgage Holders
In response to the continued challenging economy, Wells Fargo will be hosting another Home Preservation Workshop to help customers from across Arizona who may be facing financial hardships. Borrowers will be able to meet face to face with home retention team members in an effort to help them obtain … [Read more...] about Workshop For Challenged Mortgage Holders
New BBVA Compass City President Named
BBVA Compass announced that banking veteran Mike Sventek has been named Flagstaff city president. From his Flagstaff home base, Sventek will lead the market’s Commercial Banking team to support continued growth and development in the area, while also acting as the bank’s representative for various … [Read more...] about New BBVA Compass City President Named
Camp Colton Getting 10K From Wells Fargo
The Wells Fargo Foundation has granted $10,000 to the Friends of Camp Colton (FCC), a non-profit, 501(c) 3 fundraising organization, to help fund Camp Colton’s outdoor environmental education program for Flagstaff sixth-graders. This grant reflects Wells Fargo’s commitment to … [Read more...] about Camp Colton Getting 10K From Wells Fargo