Professor puts savings for state up to $186M Nov 17, 2009
Tom Chabin, a Flagstaff Democrat and committee member, said the practice exists and jeopardizes the non-profit status of the STO because it runs counter to IRS requirements to remain a tax-exempt organization. "As soon as we want to roll up our sleeves and work together, as I think we want to do, I'm ready to get down to the truth of this, so we can save the STO program and save the scholarships for poor kids and stop the practices that threaten the whole program," Chabin said. (AZCentral -- News)
Cross Country Nov 17, 2009
at George Kyte Invite. at Dave Murray Invite. (Thesundevils.com)
Bicyclist dies after crash with Flagstaff truck Nov 17, 2009
FLAGSTAFF - Authorities say a bicyclist has been killed in Flagstaff after a collision with a city dump truck ... Flagstaff police say Pete was severely injured in a collision Monday morning at the intersection of Butler Avenue and Babbitt Drive ... He was transported to the Flagstaff hospital where he was pronounced dead. (AZCentral -- News)
Saturday a signature day for area athletes Nov 15, 2009
Individually, Rio Rico Highs Jose Luis Muz was 44 seconds behind Flagstaff Sinagua senior Brian Shrader, who is ranked sixth in the nation in this demanding sport. Only if you were there at Cave Creek Golf Course in Phoenix Saturday would you be able to appreciate how impressive all this is. (Nogales International, AZ)
Sarah Palin's Book Tour Schedule Revealed Nov 15, 2009
Sarah Palin's Book Tour Schedule Revealed. SIGN UP FOR FREE NEWS ALERTS. (Newsmax)
Cibola grad takes Ghana study trip Nov 14, 2009
I moved to Flagstaff for Northern Arizona University, but hiking, camping, volleyball, live music and the community soon became an equal part of my educational journey. I felt blessed and content with my life. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Gas prices rising in Arizona Nov 14, 2009
39 a gallon, while Flagstaff motorists continue to pay the most to fill their tanks with an average fuel price of $2. 75 a gallon. (AZCentral -- Business)
Limited Christmas tree permits available Nov 14, 2009
FLAGSTAFF - A limited number of Christmas tree permits will be available starting Monday for over-the-counter sales on the Coconino National Forest. Christmas tree permits are $15 each and can be paid for by cash or personal check. (AZCentral -- Business)
Dogs beat Gators in Sluggish Affair, 64-59 Nov 14, 2009
The Bulldogs return to play on Tuesday in Flagstaff to play the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks in the West Coast Classic. Tip-off is set for 5:35 p.m. PT.. (BarkBoard.com)
Sinagua history at Walnut Canyon Nov 14, 2009
Walnut Canyon National Monument, Flagstaff ... Walnut Canyon National Monument, Flagstaff ... Walnut Canyon is not a destination park, but it's worth a visit when you're in Flagstaff. (AZCentral -- Travel)
2 vie to become Hopi tribe leader Nov 14, 2009
FLAGSTAFF - Two men vying to become the next chairman on the Hopi reservation say untangling the political mess that has characterized tribal government for years is their top priority ... Lomayumtewa C. Ishii, one of about 50 who attended a candidates forum in Flagstaff on Thursday, said it would be naive to think that Hopi government doesn't struggle politically as any other government does. (AZCentral -- News)
Tree stops at Phoenix on Ariz. tour Nov 13, 2009
Nov. 10 - 11 - Made various stops Nov. 12 - Peoria; Glendale; Phoenix Nov. 13 - Apache Junction; Florence; Oro Valley Nov. 14 - Tucson; Bisbee; Douglas; Benson Nov. 15 - Gila Bend; Yuma Nov. 16 - Lake Havasu City; Kingman Nov. 17 - Williams; Grand Canyon National Park; Flagstaff Nov. 18 - Winslow; Holbrook Nov. 19 - Second Mesa; Window Rock. The U.S. Forest Service plans to post additional details about the tour on its Web site, , on Monday afternoon. (AZCentral -- News)
TRANSFERS: Schools make extra effort to aid adjustment Nov 12, 2009
This fall, for example, Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff launched a program that allows new students at nearby Coconino Community College to gain early admission to NAU, engage in intensive academic planning and get involved in clubs long before they arrive on campus. In recruitment efforts, representatives from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas, visit five community colleges in East Texas at least once a month, even during the summer. (USA Today -- News)
Rio Rico High captures Gila titles Nov 11, 2009
Page, Flagstaff and us are all competing on Saturday. . (Nogales International, AZ)
Everything's open at Lost Dutchman State Park. Nov 11, 2009
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park in Flagstaff. Slide Rock State Park in Sedona. (AZCentral -- Travel)
New judge sought in case of St. Johns boy Nov 10, 2009
FLAGSTAFF - Defense and prosecution lawyers in the case of a 9-year-old Arizona boy charged with killing his father and another man want a new judge appointed so a plea deal doesn't fall through. Defense attorney Ron Wood said Apache County Superior Court Judge Michael Roca is biased against his client. (AZCentral -- News)
List of those whose IRS tax refunds were returned Nov 9, 2009
Nov. 9, 2009 12:00 AM The Arizona Republic. The list is sorted by county of residence. (AZCentral -- Business)
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Before the Rebels could turn their attention to Tennessee, they had to get past the scrappy Lumberjacks from Flagstaff, Ariz. Quarterback Jevan Snead threw for two touchdown passes and ran for two additional scores to pace the Rebels' offense, one handicapped by the one-game suspension of both offensive tackles and the absence of Dexter McCluster. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
House passes health care bill Nov 8, 2009
The Arizona delegation split along party line votes with the state's five Democratic members including swing votes Harry Mitchell of Tempe and Ann Kirkpatrick of Flagstaff voting for the public option measure and Arizona's three GOP congressmen opposing it. "I believe that doing nothing is not an option, Mitchell said in a statement. The bill before us is not perfect. No bill ever is. I believe further improvements need to be made and the House needs to work with the Senate to get it done. The... (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Ariz. Christmas tree begins journey to D.C. Nov 8, 2009
Nov. 10 - Pinetop-Lakeside; Show Low; Snowflake; Payson Nov. 11 - Fountain Hills; Prescott Valley; Prescott Nov. 12 - Peoria; Glendale; Phoenix Nov. 13 - Apache Junction; Florence; Oro Valley Nov. 14 - Tucson; Bisbee; Douglas; Benson Nov. 15 - Gila Bend; Yuma Nov. 16 - Lake Havasu City; Kingman Nov. 17 - Williams; Grand Canyon National Park; Flagstaff Nov. 18 - Winslow; Holbrook Nov. 19 - Second Mesa; Window Rock. The U.S. Forest Service plans to post additional details about the tour on its Web... (AZCentral -- News)
The Galaxy Diner on Historic Route 66, Flagstaff. Nov 7, 2009
Galaxy Diner, Flagstaff ... The distinctive neon sign of the Galaxy Diner in Flagstaff makes a welcome sight for hungry travelers along Historic Route 66. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Capitol Christmas tree to be cut from Ariz. forest Nov 7, 2009
FLAGSTAFF - An 85-foot blue spruce soon will embark on a long journey from the mountains of northeastern Arizona to Washington, D.C., to stand as the Capitol Christmas tree. The 7,000-pound tree that is taller than a 7-story building will be harvested Saturday. (AZCentral -- News)
Women's Basketball Nov 6, 2009
2009-10 Schedule/Results. vs. San Diego Christian (Exhibition). (Usdtoreros.com)
Firm plans expansion in North Phoenix Nov 5, 2009
The Delaware-based company's Arizona base remains in Flagstaff, where it employs more than 1,500. But the company wants to expand in Phoenix as well, to tap the city's workforce and proximity to a major airport. (AZCentral -- Business)
Obama moves quickly to preserve the West Nov 5, 2009
National monuments: Looking at an expansion of the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in Coolidge (left) and the Walnut Canyon National Monument near Flagstaff. Other changes. (AZCentral -- News)
Cougars Face Lumberjacks, Sun Devils In Arizona This Weekend Nov 5, 2009
This Week: The Washington State University swim team will travel south to Arizona and face Northern Arizona Friday Nov. 6, in Flagstaff, Ariz. with events beginning at 2 p.m.. (Pac-10.org)
Young wins state titlefor DHS swimmers Nov 5, 2009
Arcadia was first with 408 points, Flagstaff second with 276. 5 and Notre Dame third with 215. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Skywatch: Leonid meteor shower Nov 3, 2009
What: Enjoy a fall star party at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff ... Where: 1400 W. Mars Hill Road, Flagstaff. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Joining the Energy Underground: Residential Geothermal Power Systems Nov 2, 2009
Randy Wilson, Flagstaff, AZ. Making such a determination is complex, but you could start with In My Backyard, a new online tool by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). (Scientific American)
To 11/7: Day of the Dead events Nov 2, 2009
Museum of Northern Arizona, 3101 N. Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff. $7 adults; $6 seniors; $5 students; $4 children 717. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Economy delaying lower-cost colleges Nov 2, 2009
Students will be able to earn their degrees without having to go to Flagstaff ... Northern Arizona University: NAU Yavapai Campus in Prescott Valley would allow students to earn bachelor's degrees without having to go to the Flagstaff campus. (AZCentral -- News)
Universities step up training in biotech ethics Nov 1, 2009
Arizona s three state universities Ari-zona State University in Tempe, in Flagstaff and in Tucson are working together to develop bioethics and research ethics curriculums. In September, the Arizona Board of Regents, which oversees the three universities, approved $500,000 in funding to help the Health Research Alliance Arizona foster collaboration among researchers and to fund the bioethics and research ethics curriculums. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Cleaning dirty air risks costlier Arizona water Nov 1, 2009
The chemical would be delivered to Flagstaff by railroad and then trucked to Page, where the only rail service is a direct line from the Kayenta coal mine that feeds the plant ... "The standard is no impairment," said Roger Clark, who follows the issue for the Flagstaff-based Grand Canyon Trust. (AZCentral)
First lawsuits filed in Ariz. sweat lodge tragedy Nov 1, 2009
Neuman's family filed the suit in a Flagstaff, Ariz ... Spencer's suit was also filed in Flagstaff. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Green-building advocates coming to Phoenix Nov 1, 2009
The tours and events will cut across all areas of environmentally sound design, construction and activity while venturing as far south as Tucson and as far north as Flagstaff ... For instance, conference attendees developing sustainable environments for higher education might opt for the Sustainable Tempe tour, which will showcase several ASU buildings, or the Arcosanti r Education tour, which features green-building projects in and around Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. (AZCentral -- Business)
3 travel deals Oct 31, 2009
3 deals: Bermuda, Flagstaff, New Orleans ... 3 deals: Bermuda, Flagstaff, New Orleans ... $39 a night at Highland Country Inn, Flagstaff. (AZCentral -- Travel)
ASU hits research milestone Oct 31, 2009
Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff has about $25 million in research expenditures. The university is seeing a decrease in state funding for research through state agencies, said Lisa Nelson, NAU s director of the office of public affairs. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Update on Andrew Benavides Oct 30, 2009
Athletic Director Jeff Tingey is in Flagstaff with Andrew and his family ... Flagstaff, AZ --- Idaho State University director of athletics Jeff Tingey is currently in Flagstaff, Arizona with injured freshman receiver and his family while Benavides is at Flagstaff Medical Center ... Jeff will remain in Flagstaff through Friday. (Isubengals.com)
TGen seeks approval for swine flu test Oct 30, 2009
Phoenix-based is developing the new test at its Pathogen Genomics Division in Flagstaff. In addition to detecting the 2009 H1N1 virus, the test can quickly identify the strain and whether it may be resistant to the anti-viral drug Tamiflu, sold by Roche. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Spider Rock in Canyon de Chelly. Oct 30, 2009
Take Interstate 17 north to Flagstaff, Interstate 40 east through the city, U.S. 89 north to the Tuba City turnoff, U.S. 160 east to Kayenta and U.S. 163 north ... About 200 miles from central Phoenix, Take Interstate 17 north to Flagstaff and Interstate 40 east to Winslow. (AZCentral -- Travel)
TGen seeks emergency FDA approval of new swine flu test Oct 30, 2009
The new test, developed at TGen's Pathogen Genomics Division (TGen North) in Flagstaff, can not only detect influenza as some tests do now but also can quickly inform doctors about what strain of flu it is and whether or not it may be resistant to oseltamivir (sold under the brand name Tamiflu; Roche), the primary anti-viral drug on the market to treat H1N1 ... "So far, it looks like this assay is very effective with strains in the U.S., and we expect it to have the same accuracy with... (EurekAlert!)
Costly Route 66 art pillars scrapped Oct 29, 2009
FLAGSTAFF - A series of illuminated pillars alongside Route 66 at Postal Boulevard that cost taxpayers $50,000 several years ago is now gathering dust in a city warehouse. City officials scrapped what some in Flagstaff facetiously dubbed the "alien outhouses" on Monday after a car hit the sculpture a few weeks ago. (AZCentral -- News)
APS' Brandt named utility CEO of the year Oct 29, 2009
The trade organization recognized Don Brandt for efforts at APS to promote solar electricity, including plans to buy power from a large power plant near Gila Bend, a commitment to invest in solar power plants, and a program to put solar panels on Flagstaff homes. APS also installed solar panels at the Grand Canyon Visitors Center in a deal with the National Park Service. (AZCentral -- Business)
APS CEO Brandt honored for solar push Oct 29, 2009
APS also is developing a distributed energy project in Flagstaff involving about 300 homes as well as a solar project for Grand Canyon National Park Visitor s Center. Brandt said the utility has several solar projects in the works, and earlier this month filed a plan with the Arizona Corporation Commission detailing plans to spend about $500 million between 2010 and 2014 in developing about 100 megawatts with photovoltaic panels. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Tuba City man charged in fatal stabbing Oct 29, 2009
FLAGSTAFF - A Tuba City man has been charged with second-degree murder in a stabbing on the Navajo Nation last month. Federal authorities say Marcus L. Tsingine also has been charged with one count of assault with intent to do bodily harm. (AZCentral -- News)
Grab your coat: 40-degree temps on way Oct 28, 2009
In Flagstaff, snow is expected. Yes, snow. (AZCentral -- News)
Publisher delays James Arthur Ray books Oct 28, 2009
died more than a week later at a Flagstaff hospital. The lawyer for Neuman's family, Louis Diesel of Flagstaff, said he is preparing a lawsuit naming Ray. (AZCentral)
Parents of Andrew Benavides Release Statement Through ISU Media Relations Oct 28, 2009
Randy Benavides and Tami Withers are currently with their son in Flagstaff ... Flagstaff, AZ/Pocatello, ID --- Idaho State true freshman wide receiver was injured 11 seconds after halftime of ISU's game with Northern Arizona on Saturday, October 24 ... Since that time Andrew has been hospitalized at Flagstaff Medical Center. (Isubengals.com)
Attorneys: Lawsuits on way for guru Ray Oct 28, 2009
died at Flagstaff Medical Center on Oct. 17 of multiple organ failure, according to her attorney. A U.S. senator from Minnesota on Tuesday called for a federal investigation into whether Ray violated any laws, including false advertising about the retreat. (AZCentral -- News)
Navajo lawmakers place tribal president on leave Oct 27, 2009
The Navajo Nation Council voted Wednesday to consider legislation that would allow the tribe to secure an appraisal and negotiate with the partners who own the Arizona Snowbowl outside Flagstaff. The Navajo and several other tribes fought in court for several years to stop the Snowbowl's plan to use reclaimed wastewater to make snow. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Hopi artist Kabotie dies at 67 Oct 27, 2009
FLAGSTAFF - Michael Kabotie, an American Indian artist whose colorful paintings reflected traditional Hopi life, has died ... Kabotie's 22-year-old daughter, Meg Adakai, says her father became ill several weeks ago and died Friday at a Flagstaff hospital of swine flu and related complications. (AZCentral -- News)
SURVIVOR SPEAKS: Fasting, pressure cited Oct 27, 2009
She passed out instead and was taken to Flagstaff Medical Center in a helicopter ... "This was a death trap," said Louis Diesel, a Flagstaff attorney. (USA Today)
Hotel-casino to give Gila River artists recognition Oct 26, 2009
While Phoenix is a major metro area today, visitors long bypassed it for Flagstaff, Route 66 and the Grand Canyon. "There were not enough people coming through here for an art market to develop the way they did near the Navajo's nation and Hopi's villages," said Holly Young, curator of collections at Pueblo Grande. (AZCentral)
Lumberjacks hammer Bengals (272) Oct 26, 2009
News Story - Idaho State Journal. Lumberjacks hammer Bengals. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Player still in hospital Oct 26, 2009
Idaho State freshman wide receiver Andrew Benavides remains in a Flagstaff, Ariz ... Bengals wide receivers coach Drew Miller stayed behind in Flagstaff to stay with Benavides ... His parents, Randy Benavides and Tami Withers, also flew to Flagstaff to be with him. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Medical Update on Andrew Benavides Oct 26, 2009
He was kept overnight for observation in a Flagstaff hospital ... ISU receivers coach stayed in Arizona to be with Andrew as his parents flew into Flagstaff as well ... The plan is for him to stay in Flagstaff for possibly a few more days and then fly home. (Isubengals.com)
Lumberjacks Continue ISU's Road Woes 40-12 Oct 25, 2009
He was kept overnight in Flagstaff and is probably out for the reminder of the season. NAU scored early in the third to make it 40-10, and it stayed that way until 48 second remained, when NAU snapped a ball on a punt out of the end zone for a safety. (Isubengals.com)
Poppy's wife recalls a life undone by alcohol Oct 25, 2009
He landed a good job, with benefits, on the maintenance crew at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. They lived nearby. (Albany Times Union)
On the Arizona Trail Oct 24, 2009
It was created by a couple of entrepreneurs in the 1890s to bring visitors to the Grand Canyon from Flagstaff. It must have been a rough, dusty journey, because when a railroad was laid out several years later, the stage line folded. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Flagstaff business woman accused of ID theft Oct 24, 2009
FLAGSTAFF - A Flagstaff business owner has been arrested and accused of taking out fake loans under the names of past customers in an attempt to prop up her struggling tractor business. Flagstaff police arrested 39-year-old Jill Lowell Monday ... Flagstaff police Sgt. Michael Terrin said the investigation revealed that Lowell's business, The Tractor Guy, was going through a slump in business because of the economy and needed cash. (AZCentral -- News)
Navajo lawmakers hold off on Ariz. ski resort vote Oct 23, 2009
FLAGSTAFF Navajo lawmakers held off Thursday on a vote to secure an appraisal for a ski resort on a northern Arizona mountain the tribe considers sacred ... But he said wording in the bill to purchase the Arizona Snowbowl outside Flagstaff drew concern from fellow delegates. (AZCentral -- News)
Alliance Bank of Arizona lays off 18 Oct 23, 2009
Founded in 2003, Alliance operates branches in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tucson, Flagstaff and Sedona. The bank employs more than 150, Zito said. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Architect builds green home Oct 23, 2009
by Kara G. Morrison - Oct. 21, 2009 04:07 PM The Arizona Republic. In the 14 years since it was built on an empty, narrow infill lot in Sunnyslope, the home of architect Wendell Burnette has received a mountain of accolades. (AZCentral -- Home)
Big list of events Oct 23, 2009
Heritage Square, Aspen Avenue between Leroux and San Francisco streets, Flagstaff ... Take this tour and check out Flagstaff's haunted history including stories about robbers, ladies, lost and forbidden loves, eccentric hotel guests and train accidents ... Flagstaff Visitor Center, 1 E. Route 66. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Ariz. gas prices rise for 1st time in 6 weeks Oct 23, 2009
222 per gallon of unleaded, while Flagstaff motorists are paying the most to fill up with an average fuel price of $2. 677 per gallon. (AZCentral -- Business)
