Paving work on the City’s annual street maintenance program is scheduled to begin today, May 30, 2012. Streets scheduled for re-paving include: East Old Route 66 from Country Club Drive to Mall Way, Butler Avenue from Continental Drive to Sky View Street, and Fourth Street from Cedar Avenue to Butler Avenue. Pavement milling has already started. During the paving work, brief closures of side streets and driveways will be required to allow placement, compaction and cooling of the new … [Read more...] about Street Maintenance Beginning in Flagstaff
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Creating Relationships
“Have I got a deal for you!” Those words are sure to make you cringe as you run in the opposite direction from the proverbial salesperson and whatever they’re hawking today. “Only $9.99!” they shout, following you through the store as they plead for just a minute of your time. A polite “No thank-you” gets you nowhere with this character, who seems genuinely puzzled by your lack of interest in his product. Sound familiar? We’ve all encountered this type of “sales-y” approach to sales … [Read more...] about Creating Relationships
Governor Poised to Cast Presidential Ballot
Arizona Governor Jan Brewer is preparing to cast her ballot in today's Arizona Presidential Preference election. She will cast her ballot at Hope Chapel in Glendale. Polls will close tonight at 7:00, but many voters have turned in their early ballots in advance of today's election. Mitt Romney is regarded as the favorite in Arizona, in part because of his tough stance on illegal immigration. Brewer endorsed Romney after the recent republican presidential debate held in the … [Read more...] about Governor Poised to Cast Presidential Ballot
Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Snowbowl
The latest lawsuit aimed at stalling development plans at Arizona Snowbow has been shot down by a federal appeals court. A ruling today says the group Save the Peaks Coalition and private citizens who filed the lawsuite grossly abused the judicial process. Today’s ruling upholds a previous decision by a lower court which said the U.S. Forest Service adequately evaluated the effects of snowmaking using treated wastewater. The court said the latest appeal is a delay tactic, designed to … [Read more...] about Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Snowbowl
Trends in Veterinary Medicine for 2012
Over the past 20 years, there have been tremendous changes in veterinary medicine. Advances in science and technology have enabled us to treat our animal patients with the same quality of medical care as humans. Many diagnostic tools we now take for granted simply weren’t available in the past: Ultrasound, in-house labs that allow us to perform intricate diagnostic tests and get almost immediate results, computerized radiography, endoscopy. Medical records are computerized. MRI’s are … [Read more...] about Trends in Veterinary Medicine for 2012
Save on Utility Bills
Through December 31st, the City of Flagstaff’s Sustainability Program is announcing a sale on the Energy Retrofit Program. This December, the City of Flagstaff is offering 20% off Residential Energy Retrofits! Take advantage of home energy upgrades at a reduced price and apply today! In celebration of the holidays you can also give the gift of comfort by purchasing an Energy Retrofit for a friend or loved one! Apply at www.flagstaffaz.gov/homes or pick up an application at City … [Read more...] about Save on Utility Bills
Driven to Make Customers Happy
Heath Harris, the owner of Heath’s Auto Service in Flagstaff, calls himself a classic overachiever. He may be right. He starts his day five days a week weightlifting. “I do it every morning at 5:00 a.m. to get my whole day in focus. It sets the pace and the intensity,” he said. Then he goes to his car repair business and works for 12 or 15 hours a day. “I am a mechanic and manager. It depends on what hat needs to be worn that day,” he said. Harris said he has the ability to … [Read more...] about Driven to Make Customers Happy
Merchants Optimistic for Strong Cyber Monday Sales
Local merchants are joining merchants across the country in today's Cyber Monday promotions. Many are optimistic that shoppers will look for online deals today. Retailers like licensed massage therapist Amy Horn, are offering sales online. Horn says this is her only sale of the year, with additional incentives offered to people who buy gift certificates through the end of today, Cyber Monday. Cyber Monday follows Black Friday, the traditional kickoff of the holiday shopping season. For … [Read more...] about Merchants Optimistic for Strong Cyber Monday Sales
GOP and Democrats at Odds Over Redistricting
Proposed Congressional Map is Fatally Flawed and a Partisan Giveaway to Democrats --Governor calls process Botched Governor Jan Brewer today blasted a new Arizona congressional map preliminarily adopted this week by the Independent Redistricting Commission. “The IRC proposal is simply gerrymandering at its worst,” said Governor Brewer. “This unaccountable, unelected Commission has misused its authority to draw a congressional map that is every Democrat’s dream. In doing so, … [Read more...] about GOP and Democrats at Odds Over Redistricting
Volunteers Needed at Schultz Fire Burn Area
Volunteers are needed to help fill sandbags for the Schultz Flood area. Beginning today, the United Way of Northern Arizona staff will be at the Silver Saddle gas station on the corner of 89A and Silver Saddle Road to help in the process. Volunteers are needed for the next several days. · Thursday, September 15th: 9am – Noon · Thursday, September 15th: 1pm – 5pm · Friday, September 16th: 9am – Noon · Friday, … [Read more...] about Volunteers Needed at Schultz Fire Burn Area
