Officials and community members helped kick off today's year long celebration of CCC, and its many roles in Northern Arizona. A ceremony held on the Lone Tree campus today, celebrated the college's many accomplishments, and speakers talked about the future of the institution. CCC President Leah Bornstein tells Flagstaff Business News, the college is working to provide access to more students in rural Arizona with the intention of helping them reach their educational goals. CCC has served … [Read more...] about CCC Celebrating 20 Years
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Lawmakers Praising Gabrielle Giffords Return to D.C.
Representative Gabrielle Giffords made a surprise visit to the U.S. House of Representatives today, her first time in the capitol since she was shot earlier this year in Tucson. She came to cast her vote in favor of the debt-ceiling compromise. Representative Giffords, who was able to walk on her own accord, received a standing ovation from her peers. Statement by Governor Jan Brewer Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords "Whatever your politics, it was a thrill Monday to see … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Praising Gabrielle Giffords Return to D.C.
Additional Fire Restrictions for Flagstaff and Coconino
Coconino National Forest officials are implementing additional fire restrictions. Under these restrictions, fires, campfires, charcoal, coal or wood stoves continue to be prohibited on the forest, including in developed campgrounds. The restrictions also limit smoking to within enclosed vehicles or buildings. Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest System lands. Additional restrictions prohibit: chainsaw use from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m, discharging a firearm unless engaged in a … [Read more...] about Additional Fire Restrictions for Flagstaff and Coconino
Open Burning Banned in the County
The Coconino County Board of Supervisors today approved an emergency resolution to ban open burning on public and private lands in the unincorporated areas of Coconino County. The ban will take effect on Saturday, June 11, at 10:00 a.m. and will remain in effect until fire danger conditions subside. The ban includes all open fires, campfires, consumer fireworks and other pyrotechnic displays on private and public lands in the unincorporated areas of the County. Exempted from the ban … [Read more...] about Open Burning Banned in the County
Supreme Court Upholds Employer Sanctions Law
The U.S. Supreme Court today upheld Arizona's law that revokes the business licenses of businesses and corporations hiring illegal immigrants. The 5-3 vote was a rejection of challenges to the law by a coalition of business people and civil rights organizations. Arizona Governor Jan Brewer is calling the decision a victory: “I could not be more gratified by today’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold the legality of the Legal Arizona Workers Act and the principle of federalism, … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Upholds Employer Sanctions Law
Marking Anniversary of Prop 100 Passage
Governor Jan Brewer issued this statement on the temporary one-cent sales tax. “It was one year ago today that Arizona voters made an important statement, agreeing to a temporary tax increase in order to fend off more drastic cuts to critical state services. I had fought for this measure, Proposition 100, despite having never voted to raise taxes in my entire career – not once in 28 years of public service. “But I knew Arizona faced an extraordinary fiscal challenge. If we were to preserve … [Read more...] about Marking Anniversary of Prop 100 Passage
Cleantech Open’s Information Session
Apr 25. 1-3p.m. The Cleantech Open will be holding an information session at NACET. They invite companies in the cleantech industry to learn more about about the Cleantech Open's business competition and venture acceleration programs. The Cleantech Open is a non-profit Organization with the mission to find, fund, and foster the big ideas that address today's most urgent energy, environmental, and economic challenges such as: Air, Water and Waste Energy Efficiency Green … [Read more...] about Cleantech Open’s Information Session
Social Media 101
Apr. 7, 9:30-11:00a.m. Media relations/coaching, blogging and social media seminar presented at NACET. The first seminar filled up quickly so this second session has been added. Guest speaker Angele Sionna will lead the cover blogging: where to start and what to put in it. How to get the most out of social media will also be covered, along with media relations/coaching--describing how to get covered by today's media sources. Registration is suggested for this no cost event. … [Read more...] about Social Media 101
Spotlight: Pro Groom
Flagstaff Business News talked with Denise Dean, owner of Pro Groom on N. Center Street. FBN: How did you come to be in this line of work? Dean: I was looking for a job that worked with Animals when I was finishing high school and had thought I would like to be a veterinarian but at that time (1970) it was very hard for a woman to get into vet school. So I decided to go to grooming school instead and have been doing it ever since. FBN: Is your career today what you always envisioned … [Read more...] about Spotlight: Pro Groom
Governor Gives State of the State Address
Speaker Adams, President Pearce, Honorable Senators and Representatives of the Centennial Legislature, Chief Justice Berch and Justices of the Supreme Court, constitutional officers, tribal leaders, honored guests, and my fellow Arizonans: I had intended to deliver a State of the State address to you today -- remarks that outline an exciting and solid plan for job creation, education, and tax reform ..... .... and I WILL deliver that plan to you. But, not now. Not … [Read more...] about Governor Gives State of the State Address