A Vigil for Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords will be held at 6:00 tonight at the State Capitol. A similar vigil, also at 6:00 p.m. is planned at Flagstaff City Hall. Giffords was shot this morning while meeting with constituents outside a Safeway in north Tucson. She survived today's surgery and is said to be in critical condition at University Medical Center. 13 people were wounded and five were killed after a gunman opened fire at the public gathering. The alleged … [Read more...] about Vigil Planned for AZ Rep. Gabrielle Giffords
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Arizona Skiers Rejoicing
Arizona Snowbowl near Flagstaff opened today, on Christmas, after this week's snowfall created good conditions. “The snow came in very wet and heavy; the ideal snow for establishing a base”, states Dave Smith, Snowbowl’s Director of Sales & Marketing. “We have had crews on the mountain most of the week preparing for this day. It’s been a flurry of activity here, from Ski Patrol getting the slopes ready to delivery of food for the … [Read more...] about Arizona Skiers Rejoicing
Legal Victory for Arizona Snowbowl
Arizona Snowbowl has won yet another legal battle, although the Save the Peaks Coalition is promising to appeal today's decision. Judge Mary H. Murguia ruled against the plaintiffs, who were claiming the final environmental impact statement by the U.S. Forest Service ignored health issues. Arizona Snowbowl is planning snowmaking operations at the resort near Flagstaff using reclaimed wastewater. Snowbowl officials told Flagstaff Business News that plans are in … [Read more...] about Legal Victory for Arizona Snowbowl