The Northland Hospice Golf Tournament is scheduled for May 21st at Pine Canyon in Flagstaff. The event will raise money for Northland Hospice and Palliative Care, a much appreciated nonprofit serving the greater Northern Arizona region. Information about the even is available online at www.northlandhospice.org … [Read more...] about Northland Hospice Golf Tournament May 21st
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Searching for the Greenest Stock
Is it possible for an environmentally or socially conscious person to make money in the stock market? Several local investors say it is – but people hoping to do so should proceed with caution. Jim Schmelzle, financial advisor at Arizona State Credit Union, says a small subset of clients feel it is important to invest in environmentally and ethically responsible companies, but the definition is variable. “Typically, it’s environmental stewardship, or social responsibility,” he said. “For … [Read more...] about Searching for the Greenest Stock
Real Estate Professionals Point to Silver Lining
The Northern Arizona Association of Realtors (NAAR) recently released annual home sales figures for 2011. Comparisons of 2011 real estate home sales (including Flagstaff, Williams and Winslow) to the previous year revealed some good news for Northern Arizona. “There were lots of positives last year,” said realtor Jeff Ross of Realty Executives Flagstaff pointing to the report. “More homes were sold in 2011 than the previous year.” The number of total homes sold was up 10.6 percent over 2010. … [Read more...] about Real Estate Professionals Point to Silver Lining
Fundraiser Tomorrow for Invisible Children
For 23 years, the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) and the Government of Uganda have been locked in the longest-running war in Africa. This has left two million civilians in the crossfire—facing violence, losing their homes, and having their children kidnapped to serve as soldiers in the LRA. The Flagstaff Arts and Leadership Academy’s (FALA) National Honor Society (NHS) is hosting a fundraising event for Invisible Children, whose mission reads, “Invisible Children uses film, creativity, and … [Read more...] about Fundraiser Tomorrow for Invisible Children
Spotlight Video: Arizona Snowbowl
Arizona Snowbowl has really geared up for this season. New snow-cats, upgraded facilities in each of the lodges and so much more. For more information log-on to www.arizonasnowbowl.com … [Read more...] about Spotlight Video: Arizona Snowbowl
Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa Getting New Director
Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa, located in the world renowned Red Rock Country, today announced the appointment of Ginni Selle as the director of the resort’s signature spa. The spa at Hilton Sedona boasts 25,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space including treatment rooms and a fitness area with state-of-the-art equipment, relaxation areas, solarium and a 25-meter pool overlooking Sedona's picturesque landscape. As spa director, Selle’s strategic role will focus on the … [Read more...] about Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa Getting New Director
Spotlight Video: Hope Construction
David Carpenter of Hope Construction is known as Flagstaff's Green Builder. Well known for his company's quality construction and remodeling projects, Carpenter also works closely with property owners seeking energy audits. (928) 527-3159 or www.hopeconstructionaz.com … [Read more...] about Spotlight Video: Hope Construction
Many Arizona Stocks Out-Performing the Dow
Shares of publicly traded Arizona companies had their ups and downs through last month’s stock market plunge. Yet, most Arizona companies’ year-to-date (YTD) stock prices out-performed the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The graph below/to the right/to the left compares the YTD performance of local companies’ shares to the Dow YTD performance. Arizona-based, publicly traded companies that have operations in Northern Arizona include: Arizona Public Service (APS), subsidiary of Pinnacle West … [Read more...] about Many Arizona Stocks Out-Performing the Dow
Weather Radios Urged for Schultz Flood Residents
As recent rain events have shown, a little rain can go a long way in Timberline and other Coconino County neighborhoods affected last year by the Schultz Flood. That’s why the County is offering a free NOAA weather alert radio to residents in areas prone to flooding. The NOAA weather alert radio emits an alert signal upon the National Weather System issuing a flash-flood warning, watch or advisory affecting the area. The use of Ready Coconino, the emergency notification system that … [Read more...] about Weather Radios Urged for Schultz Flood Residents
Technology 101
July 19th Cutting Through the Technology Hype- Presented by Bret Carpenter of Orig'native. The presentation will be held at Pizza Furiosa at 6:00 p.m. Carpenter will take a sensible approach to deciphering all the incoming messages about The Cloud, Tablets, iPads, Mobility, etc. More information is available at www.FlagTechTalk.com or 928)526-6991 … [Read more...] about Technology 101
