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Through Feb. 9 — Application period for 2018-2020 Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program at NAU

By Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program at NAU Are you an undergraduate student interested in building a more inclusive conservation movement? The Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program at Northern Arizona University is a trans-disciplinary program that creates a community of…

2018 Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project update

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project’s (FWPP) forest treatments across the project area are continuing as planned. Despite the recent default by the U.S. Forest Service’s contractor, in the Dry Lake Hills Phase I, the City and Forest Service…

Property Tax Exemption Programs

FLAGSTAFF — The Assessor’s office is now accepting applications for the Widow/Widower and Disability Property Tax Exemption Programs. Arizona law offers several property tax exemption programs for individuals. This program reduces the taxable value used to calculate an individual’s property tax…

NAU update for Feb. 2

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Feb. 2 NAU community invited to join Black History Month celebration In addition to the “Flagstaff: South of the Tracks” exhibit, ethnic foods will be served and a variety of performances will…

KNAU update for Feb. 2

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links  Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – February 2nd, 2018 This…

Feb. 10 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Latinos: What the Health’

Dear friend and partner, happy Friday! The subject of Saturday’s (Feb. 10 — radio program will be: LATINOS: WHAT THE HEALTH Ad on Facebook: Ad on YouTube: Videos of all our radio programs can be accessed on our Facebook page and…

City Council passes Resolution 2018-06

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff’s City Council adopted Resolution 2018-06 at their meeting on Jan. 30, 2018 reaffirming support for the 2012 Public Land Order No. 7787 to withdraw 1,006,545 acres of federal lands surrounding the Grand Canyon National Park from new uranium…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Feb. 1

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth February 1, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates January — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January — Page Public Library announces…

New scholarship helps students ‘re-boot’ at CCC

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College students who may have had difficulties with the rigors of college in the past now have a chance to “re-boot” their college careers. A new Re-Boot scholarship is now being offered at CCC through the CCC…

AmeriCorps members for Coconino County Adult Probation sought for Flagstaff, Page

COCONINO COUNTY — AmeriCorps members for Coconino County Adult Probation sought for Flagstaff, Page. These opportunities include a modest living allowance, and upon successful completion of their term, an educational award.  It provides the individual with the opportunity to gain experience…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 30

In This Issue Beer and Gear Benefits F3! Packed Agenda for Council Tonight What Do YOU Want from our Vocal Local Workshops? Climate Action Planning Survey Results Luna’s Corner: Re-cap of the Jan 22 Open Spaces Commission Meeting Final High Occupancy Housing…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 30

Click here for the entire e-newsletter January 30, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Meet Me Downtown Flagstaff Youth Art Exhibition Caring for Children Award Tax Refund Budgeting Class FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff 2018 Childhood Trauma Symposium…

Feb. 3 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Dreamers: Who Are They’

Dear friend and partner, happy Friday! Last Saturday our radio program addressed: Kinship Care in Arizona. This Saturday the subject will be: DREAMERS: WHO ARE THEY. Ad on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/aarparizonahispanicconnection/videos/547326862332887/ Ad on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSBsrK-kwLs). Videos of all our radio programs can be accessed…

2018 Academy Summer Leader Position Extended to Feb. 2

FLAGSTAFF — The Academy Team has EXTENDED the deadline date for 13-plus Summer Leader positions to February 2nd! The Academy (Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math-Science) is a five-week residential and academic program that helps high school students, grades 9-11, to…

Feb. 5 — ‘Facts within Fictions: Monumental History Painting and the Re-imagination of the Conquest of Mexico’ to be presented at NAU

FLAGSTAFF — On Monday Feb 5 at 4 pm in LA 136 Dr. Derek Burdette, Assistant Professor of Art History at the University of Oregon will present, “Facts within Fictions: Monumental History Painting and the Re-imagination of the Conquest of…

Feb. 6 — Joint Land Use Study Community Meeting

BELLEMONT — The public is invited to attend a Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) meeting on Feb. 6. There will be a presentation at 6:15pm with opportunities for the public to ask questions and provide feedback. The project team will summarize…

Feb. 7 — Free flu shots offered in Page

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering free flu shots at the CCPHSD Northern Region office, 467 Vista Avenue, Page, Arizona on Wednesday, February 7 from 10 AM – 1 PM. No appointment is needed. Influenza…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for Jan. 26

VITA Dates Announced United Way of Northern Arizona is again offering the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. This initiative provides FREE help with filing 2017 income taxes from IRS-certified volunteers for households with incomes under $85,000. Depending on the community, tax filers can…

NAU update for Jan. 26

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Jan. 26 NAU paleoecologist discovering secrets of Northern Norway’s history in lake mud Scott Anderson is part of a team studying thousand-year-old biomarkers preserved in lake bottoms that tell the story of…

KNAU update for Jan. 26

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links  Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – January 26th, 2018 This…

Parent Awareness and Community Outreach Coordinator Job Opening

First Things First has recently opened up a position as Parent Awareness and Community Outreach Coordinator in the Coconino Region. Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Community Outreach and in collaboration with FTF leadership, staff and Regional Council members, the…

Free flu shots offered at CCPHSD Clinic

The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering free seasonal flu shots (while supplies last) at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. Influenza (flu) activity continues…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Jan. 25

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth January 25, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates January — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January — Page Public Library announces…

ECoNA Q&A with NAU President Dr. Rita Cheng

Dr. Rita Hartung Cheng became the 16th president of Northern Arizona University more than three years ago. Almost immediately, she made her mark in the community, taking several leadership roles in the community, including a seat on the ECoNA Executive Board.…

LAUNCH Flagstaff update for Jan. 24

 ADVANCING WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION The holidays are over and the LAUNCH Flagstaff Community Actions Networks (CANs) have already been hard at work.  Here are some recent accomplishments over the past several weeks. 3 STEPS FORWARD LAUNCH Partners Host Financial Aid and…

Mobile Service Days offered in County Communities

The Coconino County Assessor, Treasurer and Recorder’s offices will continue Mobile Service Days in 2018. Each office will deliver the functionality and services regularly provided directly to communities throughout the County. Staff from each office will be available to meet…

County launches Pre-Disaster Plan

County officials launched the Bill Williams Mountain Disaster Planning Initiative today in Williams, Ariz.  The initiative includes developing a pre-disaster plan for the City of Williams if Bill Williams Mountain sustains a major wildfire. A recent study conducted by J.E.…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 24

Click here for the entire e-newsletter January 24, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Parent Awareness and Community Outreach Coordinator Job Opening FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff The Skills That Matter: Teaching Self-Regulation in Any Classroom Kids Valentine’s…

Page CCC student receives new Spring to Success scholarship

PAGE — A student at Coconino Community College in Page will be springing to success after receiving a newly created scholarship. Marissa Tsinnajinnie of Bitter Springs received the first-ever Spring to Success scholarship to attend classes at CCC in Page. The…

Jan. 20 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Latino Leaders Wanted’

Dear friend and partner, happy Friday! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be LATINO LEADERS WANTED. We will be highlighting Valle del Sol’s Hispanic Leadership Institute and addressing Latino leadership in general. Here is the link to the ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dD_rdw6GP6s.  …

KNAU update for Jan. 19

Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links  Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – January 19th, 2018 Brain Food:…

NAU update for Jan. 19

Click here for the latest NAU News Friday, Jan. 19 New NAU study of vertebrate genomes, phenomes, populations to predict response to climate change Loren Buck received a $540,000 grant from the NSF to study the relationship between an organism’s DNA…

Flagstaff City Council passes resolution opposing the proposed construction of a border wall along the U.S. – Mexico border

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff’s City Council adopted Resolution 2018-05 at their meeting on Jan. 16, 2018 opposing the proposed construction of a border wall along the U.S. – Mexico border. “We have a responsibility to bring attention to issues that impact our…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Jan. 18

CLICK HERE for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth January 18, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates January — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January — Page Public Library announces…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 17

In This Issue New Arts and Culture Center in Flagstaff? It’s up to YOU! Wayside Horns a Livability Issues for East Side Residents How Can the City Protect Trailer Park Residents? Climate Action Planning is Looking for Your Input Council Talks…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 16

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   January 16, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff Flagstaff Financial Aid & Scholarship Fair Tax Refund Budgeting Class 2018 Childhood Trauma Symposium The Skills That Matter:…

County Board appoints James Jayne Interim County Manager

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors selected James Jayne as Interim County Manager. Jayne is replacing previous Manager Cynthia Seelhammer, who resigned today. Seelhammer, a 2017 Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Award Winner, served as County Manager since 2013. She has…

NAU update for Jan. 12

Click here for the latest NAU News   Friday, Jan. 12 NAU celebrating Martin Luther King Day with march, community service Students are volunteering at organizations throughout the community, and at 1 p.m. there will be a march from the DuBois…

KNAU update for Jan. 12

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links  Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – January 12th, 2018 Earth…

Jan. 13 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Legislative Priorities 2018’

Dear friend and partner, greetings, and a happy 2018! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES 2018. With the help of our guests we will address tax cuts, Medicare, Social Security, Budget and Caregiving. Arizona legislative priorities will…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Jan. 11

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth January 11, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates January — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January — Page Public Library announces upcoming…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 9

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   January 9, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Tax Refund Budgeting Class Meet Me Downtown Flagstaff Homeless and Runaway Youth Drive Student Climate Action Challenge FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff 2018…

Flagstaff athletic fields closed

FLAGSTAFF — All City of Flagstaff athletic fields are closed, effective immediately. Dry conditions, unseasonable weather and lack of moisture has had an adverse effect on the turf and has made it vulnerable to root damage through normal use. To protect…