Before we enter 2013 with all our good intentions of losing weight, saving money and being a better friend, the historic Weatherford Hotel offers a guilt-free good time to ring in the New Year with the famous Pine Cone Drop! Like a giant holiday ornament, the six-foot tall, 70-pound, LED-lighted northland New Year’s Eve symbol is suspended from the top of the Weatherford Hotel in downtown Flagstaff as the countdown clock ticks away. “It’s become a uniquely Flagstaff good time as thousands … [Read more...] about Great Pine Cone Ready for Ringing in New Year
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AZ Snowbowl Celebrating 75th Year
As Northern Arizona anticipates the first big snow of the season, officials at Arizona Snowbowl are preparing for a memorable ski season. In addition to celebrating the newly added snowmaking process, the ski resort north of Flagstaff was selected as a top 10 Ski Destination by the Phoenix Business Journal and voted Best Flagstaff Attraction by readers of the Arizona Daily Sun Best of Flagstaff 2012 awards. To celebrate Snowbowl's 75th season, festivities are planned for February 1-10, … [Read more...] about AZ Snowbowl Celebrating 75th Year
Teacher of the Year Finalist from Basis
The Arizona Charter Schools Association announced yesterday that BASIS Flagstaff Biology Teacher Sheri Jordan is a finalist in their Teacher of the Year award. “Sheri refuses to give up on students who are not performing well in her classroom. She tracks every assignment, lab report, quiz, and test score. If a student falls below a C average, she encourages them to come to her class before or after school or during lunch for additional tutoring. She has hosted pizza parties at her own expense … [Read more...] about Teacher of the Year Finalist from Basis
City Celebrating Diversity During Centennial Year
February, and specifically, Feb. 14, the State of Arizona celebrates its 100th birthday! I’m proud to say that the City of Flagstaff has played a significant role in this celebration by showcasing our rich heritage, growth and culture these past 100 years. As part of the Centennial, the state, along with the Arizona Historical Advisory Commission, designated a list of Legacy Projects. Flagstaff’s Centennial Walk was designated an official Arizona Centennial 2012 Legacy Project. The … [Read more...] about City Celebrating Diversity During Centennial Year
Pinecone Poised for New Year Countdown
Glistening with December snow, Flagstaff is Arizona’s winter wonderland and the northland's hub of activity for ringing in the New Year. Thousands are expected to count down to 2012 in the historic downtown on Sunday, Dec. 31. All eyes will be on the Weatherford Hotel’s Great Pine Cone. "The New Year's Eve Pine Cone Drop at the Weatherford Hotel has quickly become the premier signature event in historic downtown Flagstaff. Not only is it a tremendous economic impact for our city, but as one … [Read more...] about Pinecone Poised for New Year Countdown
