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City of Flagstaff holds swearing in ceremony for new Chief of Police

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Sean Connolly, center, was officially sworn in as Flagstaff Chief of Police at a ceremony held during the City Council’s work session on June 25.

Connolly, who takes over from retiring Chief of Police Dan Musselman, was sworn in during an event attended by family, friends, law enforcement officials from Phoenix and Chandler — and a surprise bagpipe performance by City of Flagstaff Senior Assistant City Attorney Marianne E. Sullivan.

Connolly, who was born in Flagstaff, served in the Phoenix Police Dept. for more than 30 years in such capacities as police commander and assistant police chief. He earned his master’s degree in educational leadership from Northern Arizona University, and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Arizona.

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Wishing You a Safe and Happy Labor Day Holiday Weekend

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On this Labor Day (Sept. 5, 2022) Holiday Weekend we want to honor and recognize those members of the American labor movement. Wishing you a safe and happy holiday. Our offices will be closed through Tuesday, Sept. 6.

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Community celebrates renaming county park for former District Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta

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Under often Monsoon storming skies, more than 100 community members gathered at the now former Sawmill Multicultural Art and Nature County Park to rename the park for former District Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta.

Sheltered under the large canopy, well-wishers gathered to hear speeches from members of the Coconino County Board of Supervisors, local officials, friends, and most movingly family members of Archuleta on Aug. 13.

The event also included live music, park tours, children’s activities, a book signing, and recognition of the new amenities at the park, including a new mural design.

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Downtown Flagstaff glows with 2019 Holiday Parade of Lights

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Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 AmigosNAZ.com FLAGSTAFF — Dozens of local businesses, nonprofit organizations, schools, public safety and other agencies took part in the 2019 Vora Financial Holiday Parade of Lights, held Dec. 14 in downtown Flagstaff. Joining the…

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NALEO Education Fund comes to Flagstaff

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  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 AmigosNAZ Gathering helps local officials learn about the educational challenge facing Latinos in Northern Arizona FLAGSTAFF — Educators, business and political leaders gathered to learn about the NALEO Education Fund and hear…

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Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Nov. 19 — Elevate My School wins $3,500 for the students at SMS

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“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By… Key Links: SMS…

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Flagstaff celebrates 2018 Armed Forces Day Parade

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  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ ©2018 FLAGSTAFF — The community celebrated the annual Armed Forces Day Parade held Saturday, May 19, 2018 in downtown Flagstaff. The parade theme was “Freedom is Not Free.” The event honored local veterans…

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Annual Day of Dead procession returns to downtown Flagstaff

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  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ ©2017 From AmigosNAZ staff reports Flagstaff artist Emma Gardner’s annual Day of the Dead Procession returned to downtown Flagstaff on Nov. 2. 2017. Participants gathered at the Dark Sky Brewery for a face…

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Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization to host series of planning studios (Jan. 8, 11) to update Regional Transportation Plan

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FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO)  will host a series of planning studios to update Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), city officials reported in a media release. Three studios will be held in the City of Flagstaff Council Chambers in January. They…

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Flagstaff Police Department Community Liaison Committee to hold first community gathering

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FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Community Liaison Committee will hold first community gathering at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10 at the Murdoch Center, 203 E. Brannen Ave., Flagstaff. The event will allow the community to:  Meet the volunteer members…

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In Tlanextli Tlacopan Aztec Fire Dancers return to Flagstaff for performance at NAU’s ‘Indigenous Bash’

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FLAGSTAFF — The In Tlanextli Tlacopan Aztec Fire Dancers returned to Flagstaff for performance at NAU’s “Indigenous Bash” on Nov. 7 at the University Union Fieldhouse. The group recently performed at the 12th annual Celebraciones de la Gente at the Museum…

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Museum of Northern Arizona to present Niños Celebration on Nov. 14

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FLAGSTAFF — The Day of the Dead celebration continues at the Museum of Northern Arizona, museum officials reported. Learn the traditional dances of Mexico in a lesson with Ballet Folklorico de Colores de Flagstaff and create Day of the Dead…

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