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Coconino County earns six national recognitions for excellence in public service

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COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County has received national recognition for its commitment to innovation, technology and excellence in public service, earning six prestigious awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the Center for Digital Government. 

The NACo Achievement Awards honor innovative county government programs that strengthen services, improve operations and enhance residents’ quality of life. Coconino County received recognition in five different areas including: Pipeline Post-Wildfire Flood Mitigation, Dragon Bravo-White Sage Fires Long-Term Recovery Plan, Criminal Justice Coordinating Council’s Justice Bus, Citizens Academy and Children of Incarcerated Parents Activity Book.

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Coalition compiles growing listing of back to school events

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By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

COCONINO COUNTY — From Flagstaff, the Grand Canyon to Leupp, Page, Tuba City and other locations, school officials throughout Coconino County continue to prepare for a variety of back to school events in the region.

The following is a listing compiled by the Coalition of some of the back-to-school activities that have been announced in Coconino County. …

If your organization would like to be added to this listing, please send an email to frank@coconinokids.org

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Discover Your Creative Potential at Sedona Arts Center

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Sedona Arts Center offers year-round classes and workshops designed to inspire artists of all experience levels. From painting, ceramics, jewelry making, stained glass, photography to mixed media and more, our programs are welcoming, hands-on, and taught by working artists in a supportive creative environment.

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Theatrikos Theater Co. — Double Your Impact: Keep the Curtain Rising

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For more than 53 years, Theatrikos Theatre Company has brought our community together through the power of live theatre.

Every performance, every student taking the stage for the first time, every volunteer giving their time, every standing ovation, none of it happens without people like you.

Today, we’re inviting you to make twice the impact.

Thanks to the generosity of a matching donor, every gift made during our Double Your Impact Campaign will be matched dollar for dollar.

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Victim Witness Services for Northern Arizona holding Community Open House on July 28 in Flagstaff

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FLAGSTAFF — Victim Witness Services for Northern Arizona will hold a Community Open House from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 28 at its Distict Office, 201 E. Birch Ave., Suite 4 Flagstaff.

Families and community members are invited to stop by, ask questions and visit with Mr. Auld and Dr. Hargis, who will answer questions and provide information to the best of their ability.

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Treasurer Sarah Benatar elected 2nd Vice President of the National Association of Counties

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COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Treasurer Sarah Benatar was elected 2nd Vice President of the National Association of Counties (NACo), marking a historic moment in the organization’s 90-year history. Benatar is the first Latina and the first Treasurer to serve in this leadership role.

“I am honored to be elected 2nd Vice President of NACo. Thank you to county leaders from across the nation for your support and your belief in our vision that when counties decide, communities thrive,” Benatar said. “I look forward to working alongside each of you to strengthen our counties and champion local leadership because it’s time to return decision-making to the people who know their communities best.”

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Sponsorships still available for 11th annual Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026

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FLAGSTAFF — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invites the public to attend its 11th annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklórico Festival” from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff.

The event is FREE, open to the public and has drawn upwards of 400 visitors in past years. Sponsorships are still available and most appreciated.

Entertainment for this year includes a dance performance by Ballet Folklorico de Colores — Flagstaff, the return of the popular all-female Mariachi Rubor, with closing dance music by New Destiny.

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Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: July 20-24, 2026

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Community Library celebrates Summer Reading Challenge and looks to future
-Caroline Grass, Scientist in Park Intern

As the Grand Canyon Community Library continues to serve residents and visitors and as engagement in their programs increases, plans to better utilize their space in the Old Chase Bank building are underway.

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Coconino County Justice Bus receives national Enhancing Justice Award

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COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Justice Bus has been selected to receive the 2026 Enhancing Justice Award from the National Association for Court Management (NACM), recognizing the program’s innovative approach to expanding access to justice and improving outcomes for residents throughout Coconino County. The award was announced in a letter from NACM President Kelly Hutton and was formally presented during the NACM Annual Conference on July 16, 2026.

The Enhancing Justice Award honors courts and justice-related organizations that demonstrate exemplary accomplishments and innovative projects that strengthen the administration of justice. The Coconino County Justice Bus was recognized for bringing court services and critical community resources directly to rural and underserved communities, reducing barriers that often prevent individuals from accessing the justice system.

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Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECoNA) — Making the Case for Northern Arizona

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You already know what makes northern Arizona special. Our region has a natural beauty that has drawn visitors from all over the world for generations. But we also share an unwavering ambition to expand our foothold into some of the most vital and vibrant sectors of the economy, such as bioscience, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and transportation and logistics, as well as traditional tourism sectors.

Now we have a tool that captures all of it in one place. ECoNA’s new recruitment brochure showcases the full range of what the region has to offer. It’s a resource designed to help businesses see, at a glance, why northern Arizona is worth a serious look.

You can see it here.

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Coconino County responds to call for assistance after flooding in Moenkopi Wash

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COCONINO COUNTY — On July 22, Emergency Declarations were issued by Hopi Tribal Leaders for the Moenkopi Wash area following a monsoon storm. The heavy rains and flooding damaged homes, schools, businesses, roads, fields and washes. Several homes were evacuated.

The declaration for Upper Moenkopi Village asked for assistance from several local, state and federal agencies, including Coconino County. The County deployed assistance from Emergency Management, Public Works and the Flood Control District to clear roads and provide 5,000 sandbags to residents.

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Get the latest news updates from U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) including ‘Kelly, Raskin, Whitehouse Introduce Bill to Protect U.S. Elections, Crack Down on Corrupt Influence of Foreign Money’

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Get the latest news updates from Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes including ‘Attorney General Mayes Files Lawsuit Challenging Unlawful Conditions on Federal Counterterrorism Funding’

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Grand Canyon National Park seeks public comment on Draft Programmatic Agreement for Fire Management Plan

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GRAND CANYON, Ariz. —  The National Park Service is inviting the public to review and comment on a draft programmatic agreement that outlines how historic properties will be considered during planning and implementation of fire management activities at Grand Canyon National Park. Public comments will be accepted from July 16-August 15, 2026. 

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Theatrikos Theater Co. — Final Chance for I Love You, new shows, & our first community forum!

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Time is officially running out to catch the hit musical comedy that’s had audiences laughing in their seats all month long! I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change enters its final five-show stretch, running Thursday through Sunday only, with our absolute last performance taking the stage this Sunday afternoon.

From the awkward horrors of modern first dates to the wild rollercoaster of marriage, long-term commitment, and beyond, this hilarious production takes a brutally honest, utterly charming look at everything we do for love. Our phenomenal local cast delivers powerhouse vocals, razor-sharp comic timing, and non-stop energy through a lineup of unforgettable songs you’ll be humming all the way home.

Whether you’re planning a fun date night, an evening out with friends, or just need a good laugh, this is the show you don’t want to miss. Audience reviews are in, and the response has been overwhelmingly clear: this cast is brilliant, and the show is a total crowd-pleaser!

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Coalition joins other partners at Flagstaff back to school event. Also see our listing for other back to school, Summer reading, food security and other programs

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COCONINO COUNTY — The Commons area of Sinagua Middle School came alive with more than 200 children and their parents going from table to table to gather information at the Flagstaff Unified School District’s Native American Education Support Program’s annual School Supply Distribution & Expo Fair held on July 14 in Flagstaff. …

The following is a listing compiled by the Coalition of some of the back-to-school activities that have been announced in Coconino County.

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Supervisors appointed to National Association of Counties leadership positions

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COCONINO COUNTY — Several members of the Coconino County Board of Supervisors were appointed to leadership positions at the annual National Association of Counties (NACo) Conference. These appointments allow Coconino County to have a lead role in developing the American County Platform and resolutions designed to influence federal policy at the national level. 

The appointments include:

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The NAU Review — Dispatches from Tonto National Forest, an Etruscan scholar

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Going underground to measure fire risk

This summer, NAU associate professor Salli Dymond is working with the Salt River Project and the startup company Growvera to install moisture sensors on plants and dead fuel on the forest floor and underground in parts of Tonto National Forest. Over the course of a year, she and her colleagues will monitor the sensors and analyze the data they generate. Dymond said if the sensors provide accurate enough moisture data, they could be a gamechanger in how Arizona officials communicate about and prepare for wildfire season.

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Native Americans for Community Action (NACA) — July – August 2026 E-Newsletter

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NACA accepts & provides services to all ethnic groups and all ages while focusing on whole-family health care. We pride ourselves in focusing on Native American health care, with the whole person in mind. Specialty care referrals are available for all patients. Referrals are also available to Native American patients through the Indian Health Services facilities in Flagstaff and in surrounding areas.

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Grand Canyon National Park eases South Rim fire restrictions

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GRAND CANYON, Ariz. —  Effective Sunday, July 19, Stage 2 fire restrictions (were) lifted on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Increased monsoonal activity across northern Arizona over the past week has significantly reduced fire danger in the area.

The South Rim will remain in Stage 1 fire restrictions, which require that all campfires be contained in a designated fire ring within a maintained campground. Campfires and other open fires are never allowed below the rim. Inner canyon users may continue to use gas cook stoves. River users should follow the conditions of their permit regarding fires along the Colorado River.

Visitors are urged to take the following precautions:

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City of Flagstaff — Parking rate adjustments to begin August 1

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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz — The City of Flagstaff and ParkFlag will implement new parking rates starting Saturday, August 1. The hourly parking rate is increasing from $1 an hour to $2 dollars an hour. These parking rates were approved by the Flagstaff City Council following a comprehensive public process. The rate adjustments will help ensure a financially sustainable parking system while supporting enhanced services throughout the downtown parking district.

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Grand Canyon National Park eases South Rim water restrictions

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The South Rim will remain in Stage 1 fire restrictions, which require that all campfires be contained in a designated fire ring within a maintained campground. Campfires and other open fires are never allowed below the rim. Inner canyon users may continue to use gas cook stoves. River users should follow the conditions of their permit regarding fires along the Colorado River.

Visitors are urged to take the following precautions:

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Coconino County — Timeline for release of July 21 Primary Election results

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COCONINO COUNTY — Election Day! Voting locations across the County are open today, July 21, 2026 from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. local time. Find your closest voting location at coconino.az.gov/vote.

Coconino County Elections Department shares the election results release schedule so voters can understand what the tabulation process entails for the Primary Election on July 21, 2026. All elections results are preliminary and not official until they are canvassed by the County Board of Supervisors on July 31.                                                                                                     

8 p.m. – First batch of results: Includes early ballots processed through July 20.
About 9 p.m. – 3 a.m. on Election Night: Ballots cast at voting locations on election day.
Daily until completion: Early ballots dropped off on Election Day and Provisional/Conditional ballots. The cure deadline is July 26 at 5 p.m.
This schedule is subject to change based on the number of ballots received on Election Day.

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Find Your Next Creative Adventure at Sedona Arts Center

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Sedona Arts Center offers year-round classes and workshops designed to inspire artists of all experience levels. From painting, ceramics, jewelry making, and photography to mixed media and more, our programs are welcoming, hands-on, and taught by working artists in a supportive creative environment.

Whether you’re discovering a new passion or continuing to grow your skills, you’ll find opportunities to explore, create, and connect in the heart of Sedona. New ceramics classes begin in June, alongside a wide variety of upcoming workshops and studio experiences for adults, teens, and families.

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