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Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Feb. 28

Click here for the latest newsletter. In This Issue Take Action: Support “Ban the Box” – Fair Chances for Workers with Records (Council Discussion Tonight, 2/28) Get Informed Council to Discuss Water Rates Tonight (2/28) Council Scheduled to Vote on Minimum…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 28

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Donate to the Child Abuse Prevention Fund on your Taxes!…

Flagstaff City Council to receive legal advice on Feb. 28 to a potential amendment to Chapter 15-01 minimum wage

FLAGSTAFF — On November 8, 2016 the Minimum Wage Act also known as Prop 414 was approved by the voters. On November 28, 2016 Prop 414 was proclaimed law by the Mayor and became Chapter 15-01 of the Flagstaff City Code.…

City of Flagstaff reports on agendas for Flagstaff City Council meetings on Feb. 28

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for upcoming Flagstaff City Council meetings. Feb. 28, 2017 — City Council Special Meeting (Executive Session), 4 p.m. Feb. 28, 2017 —City Council Work Session, 6 p.m. More City of…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 27

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, Monday, March 6th from 5:30-7PM is Flagstaff Community STEM night @ NAU Walkup SkyDome!!! All Free event, hands on activities, hundreds of displays and FREE…

NAU update for Feb. 24

NAU part of national program to improve, share formula for student success Making Oscar picks? NAU film instructor opines on likely winners NAU.EDU gets a facelift! Horizon Concert Series brings Shakespearean music to NAU Researcher to speak at NAU symposium…

Latino News Notes: Latinos divided about their place in America after Trump’s election

By the Pew Research Center Click here for the entire newsletter Hispanics are divided about their place in America after Trump’s election. A growing share says the situation of U.S. Latinos is worsening, and about half worry they or someone they know might be…

Coconino County Weekly update

Board of Supervisors At the Board meeting this past week: At the BOS meeting this past week, the Board approved a proclamation in support of Achieve 60, a program to support the state achieving 60 percent of high school graduates…

KNAU update for Feb. 24

Earth Notes: Spotted Bats National Symphony Orchestra on All Things Considered Next Monday Plan Introduced to Fix Troubled Navajo Veterans’ Housing Program Senate Requires Intervention In Abortion With Signs Of Life Legislation Would Dissolve Arizona State Parks Board Arizona Opera…

Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Feb. 23

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 23

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events March 6, Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration…

CCC governing board members sworn in during ceremony Feb. 17

FLAGSTAFF — After a snowstorm that dropped 3 feet of snow on Flagstaff delayed the ceremony, two newly elected Coconino Community College District Governing Board Members were sworn into office during a ceremony at the Lone Tree campus on Friday, Feb. 17.…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Feb. 21

Click here for the latest newsletter. Get Involved: F3 Social Justice Committee Meeting, 2/23 “This Community” Page Launched: Find Social Justice, Environmental, and Activism Events All in One Place Get Informed City Council Rejects Special Election Request Inside F3: Seeking New…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 21

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Wild Child Kids Books Free Tax Prep! AZ GIS Education…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 16

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events March 6, Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration…

Registration open for annual CCC&Y Child Abuse Prevention Conference on March 30

FLAGSTAFF — Registration is now open for annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 30. The conference is presented by the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth. Individual registration is $95, or $75 for CCC&Y…

Feb. 26 — Flagstaff Residents Invited to Learn How to Become an Education Advocate

WHAT: On Sunday, Feb. 26, Expect More Arizona will host a free workshop for anyone interested in becoming an education advocate. This informative training will provide attendees with an overview on the legislative process and the tools that can be…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 14

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Spring Break Circus Camp Flagstaff’s Early Childhood Fair 2017 Child…

Keeping Flagstaff Together organizing meeting set for Feb. 18 at Killip Elementary School. Please see related information

FLAGSTAFF — On Sat Feb 18th at 9:00 am in the Killip Elementary Library we will be forming a new collective, “Keeping Flagstaff Together,” with the expressed purpose of working to keep members of our community from being deported. Tucson attorney…

City of Flagstaff reports on agendas for Flagstaff City Council meetings on Feb. 14, 16

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for upcoming Flagstaff City Council meetings. February 16, 2017 City Council Budget Retreat February 14, 2017 City Council Special Meeting February 14, 2017 City Council Special Meeting (Executive Session) More…

NAU update for Feb. 10

NAU doctoral student focuses research on Navajo Nation Spring is in the air: NAU Horizons Concert Series lineup announced NAU ethnic studies professor discusses complex history of Malcolm X Spotlight: Nicole Hampton, Martin D. Sommerness, Amy Hitt, Dorothy Wu Nelson,…

City of Flagstaff Reports Zero Winter Exposure Deaths in Flagstaff Reported in 2017

FLAGSTAFF — Thank you northern Arizona! In January 2017 there were zero winter exposure deaths reported in the City of Flagstaff despite the series of three significant winter storms that ranked in the top ten winter storm events in Flagstaff…

KNAU update for Feb. 10

Brain Food: Teaching Kids Climate Change Through Biocrust Earth Notes: Vermilion Flycatchers Seasonal Firefighters Exempt From Federal Hiring Freeze Family of Slain AZ Aid Worker Make Donation in Daughter’s Name ADOT Says Give Snowplows Space Current News Stories

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 9

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District…

Guest commentary: Four tips to help prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s young kids

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month Flagstaff  — Parents and caregivers are the first defense in helping prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s youngest children. February is National Children’s Dental Health month, which promotes the benefits of good oral health. Left…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 7

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Don’t Forget your Flu Shot! 4 Tips to Help Prevent…

Latino News Notes: American Immigration Council

New Immigration Court Directive Could Weaken Due Process The Trump administration released a memorandum this week–effective immediately–which orders the Department of Justice Executive Office for Immigration Review (which manages the immigration courts) to prioritize deportation hearings for certain groups, including…

KNAU update for Feb. 3

Earth Notes: Controlling Kochia in the West Study: Managed Wildfires a Mixed Success for Ponderosa Pine Forests Application Period Set For GC River Trip Permits Arizona Sends Out 580,000 Incorrect Tax Forms Satellites Reveal Shrinking Water, Bare Shorelines in Lower…

NAU update for Feb. 2

NAU president invites Lumberjack community to celebrate Black History Month San Manuel Band of Mission Indians donates $1 million to NAU NAU scientist uses remote sensing technologies to detect groundwater in drought-stricken East Africa NAU Athletics honors girls and women…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 2

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District Health…

March 3 — The 5th Annual STEM Awards

You are Invited! The red carpet will unroll for the STEMmy’s on Friday, March 3rd at the Museum of Northern Arizona from 5 – 7 pm. Appetizers will be served. Last year’s STEM Teacher of the Year, Ted Komada, will reprise his inspirational “SciTalk” from the Festival of Science; Awards will…

March 6 — 4th Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration to be held at NAU Skydome

By Flagstaff STEM City FLAGSTAFF — The 4th Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 6 at the Northern Arizona University J. Walkup Skydome. This event is a Celebration of all things STEM in Flagstaff! All…

Feb. 14 — Information event at NAU to focus on bill to restrict on campus living students ability from registering to vote

FLAGSTAFF — An information event at NAU to focus on bill to restrict on campus living students ability from registering to vote will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the NAU University Union. “Our Rep. Bob…

City of Flagstaff reports on agenda for Flagstaff City Council meeting on Feb. 7

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for Flagstaff City Council meeting at 4:30 and 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 7. City Council Regular Meeting More City of Flagstaff News: City Council Minimum Wage Special Meeting Scheduled Tuesday,…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 31

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Federal Child Abuse Numbers Climb Again Can Understanding…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 31

Click here for the latest newsletter. Take Action: Tell City Council You Support a Resolution Against the DAPL (Discussion Today, 1/31) Get Involved: “We Are Them and They Are Us: Taking the High Road to Social Change” Workshop, 2/15 Social Justice…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 30

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, The PTO will be having a Chipotle fundraiser night onWednesday, February 1st from 5:00-9:00 P.M.  Bring your family and friends and support our school as 50%…

Blueprint 2040 Regional Transportation Plan Public Comment Period Begins

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO) is taking public comment on the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) update, Blueprint 2040.  The 60-day public comment period runs from January 27, 2017 to March 28, 2017. Comments received during this time will…

KNAU update for Jan. 27

Earth Notes: Western Explorer Almon Thompson Heavy Snow Creates High Avalanche Danger on the San Francisco Peaks Elevated Uranium Levels Near Grand Canyon Likely Due To Natural Source Brain Food: Mass Extinction Theory Lacks Support Mary Tyler Moore: On Her…

It’s not too late to get a flu vaccination

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting increased flu activity in many areas of the United States. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, influenza activity is elevated in Arizona with nearly 1,800 cases reported across…

City of Flagstaff reports on agenda for Flagstaff City Council meetings on Jan. 31

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for Flagstaff City Council meetings on Tuesday, Jan. 31. City Council Special Meeting (Executive   Session) City Council Work Session (6 p.m.) More City of Flagstaff News: Winter Safety Reminders: Clear Snow From Hydrants…

NAU update for Jan. 27

NAU researcher discovers key to fighting autism may lie not in the mind, but in the gut  New online tool provides clear pathway for NAU transfer students NAU’s unique study abroad program wins international award NAU Lyric Theatre presents ‘Dido…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 26

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District…

LULAC Statement on New Executive Orders on Border Wall and Sanctuary Cities

WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Trump (on Jan. 25) signed two controversial executive orders regarding the construction of a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border and penalties for sanctuary cities. The proposed wall would extend along the southern border and would cost as…

Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Jan. 25

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also…

Seminars help CCC students apply for scholarships

FLAGSTAFF — It’s time for Coconino Community College future and current students to apply for scholarships for the 2017-18 academic year, and to get students ready, there will be two seminars to help. Learn about scholarship opportunities at CCC from Financial…

FUSD Governing Board meeting canceled for Jan. 24, district schools closed Jan. 25

FLAGSTAFF — Due to current road conditions the Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board Meeting scheduled for tonight, January 24, 2017 is rescheduled for Tuesday January 31, 2017. Because of drifting snow, ice and impassable roadways & walkways, all FUSD schools…

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

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Save the Date! Child Abuse Prevention Conference! Holiday Star Fest…