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KNAU update for July 5 — KNAU eNews: Emergency BBQ, Rattlesnake Venom, and More

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider – July 5th, 2019 Earth Notes: Mohave Rattlesnake Venom Mohave rattlesnakes are armed with a powerful weapon—venom that can immobilize or kill their prey. People have believed the Mohave’s venom held…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for July 3 — Flagstaff Festival in the Pines, Fort Tuthill County

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for July 3 — Page Back to School Health Fair to be held July 24 at Page High School

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, July 3, 2019 Connections Spotlight   Page Back to School Health Fair to be held July 24 at Page High School The Page Back to School Health Fair will be held from…

Greg Clifton named Flagstaff City Manager

FLAGSTAFF — The Mayor and City Council of Flagstaff have named Greg Clifton as the new City Manager. Clifton’s start date is set for August 26th, 2019. Clifton participated in an open and competitive recruitment that attracted over 50 candidates. “After…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for July 2 — Join us Wednesday night (in Tuba City) for this spectacular event!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   July 2, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign…

Coconino County offices closed for July 4 holiday

All Coconino County offices will be closed Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed on Thursday, July 4, records will remain open from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.…

CCC Summer Learning begins July 8

FLAGSTAFF — CCC Summer Learning begins July 8. CCC Summer Learning begins July 8. The registration fee, $300 for individuals and $500 four couples, covers all talks. For more information and details about the CCC Summer Learning Enrichment Series to…

Aug. 10 — Health and Human Services offers back-to-school immunizations and sports physicals

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is offering free backpacks (while supplies last) to students who receive back-to-school immunizations and sports physicals. CCHHS is hosting a back-to-school event from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10…

Aug. 14 — Northern Arizona Region Re-Employment Center Grand Opening

PAGE — Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) Career Services, in partnership with the Salt River Project, the Navajo Generating Station (NGS) PERA Club and other community organizations, will provide re-employment services at the Northern Arizona Region Re-Employment Center. The center…

Aug. 15-16 — Missing and Murdered Diné Relatives Forum #2 to be held at NAU’s du Bois Center

This forum is a collective effort among stakeholders across the Navajo Nation to develop an inclusive framework for data collection. FLAGSTAFF — Missing and Murdered Diné Relatives Forum #2 will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug.…

Aug. 31 — ‘Chillin’ N Grllin’ Community Welcome Back BBQ to be held at the Murdoch Center

FLAGSTAFF — A “Chillin’ N Grllin” Community Welcome Back BBQ will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31 at the Murdoch Center, 203 E. Brannen Ave., Flagstaff. The purpose of this Community BBQ is to open up…

Sept. 1 — Mariachi Mar y Sol, Banda La Llegadora, Tropicalisimo Apache Nueva Imagen to perform at Coconino County Fair

Flagstaff Ballet Folklorico de Colores to perform on Sept. 2 FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Fair has announced its entertainment lineup for 2019. Mariachi Mar y Sol is scheduled to perform at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 1 on the Main Stage. Other…

Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad

Boletín Semanal / Click Aquí   Información de Interés para la Comunidad 320 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 Teléfono (602) 242-7398 Emergencias: (602) 330-3642 Actividades y Eventos Entrega de Fondos IME Becas 2019 Plazas Comunitarias La educación es la herramienta…

Mariachi Sol Azteca, Mariachi Tradición de Mexico to perform at Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada on June 29, 2019

Veterans are encouraged to arrive by 11:30 a.m. so they can participate in the traditional group photo and receive their veterans recognition certificates. FLAGSTAFF, AZ (June 21, 2019) — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invites the public…

LAUNCH Flagstaff update for June 28 — June Monthly Progress

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   THREE STEPS FORWARD Internship Coordination Strengthens The community efforts of the Flagstaff Internship Network will be strengthened this fall with the addition of two staff positions at Coconino Community College and Flagstaff Unified…

Sedona Arts Center update for July 28 — Sign up for New Summer Classes at Sedona Arts Center!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Summer Art Classes  at Sedona Arts Center Taking classes on our campus in Uptown Sedona affords the opportunity not only to explore the arts, but also to meet new neighbors and immerse yourself…

Sedona Arts Center update for June 27 — Other Community Events – Sedona Photography Symposium

Click here for the entire e-newsletter     Sedona Photography Symposium Kicks Off in August! If you love photography, this is a must-attend event! The First Annual Sedona Photography Symposium will kick off on August 22 – 25, 2019, organized…

2019 City Council accomplishments

FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff recently compiled a mid-year review of City Council accomplishments. Highlights of this review include progress toward a range of City Council goals and priorities, including federal and state legislative advocacy, city legislative action, funding allocation, city…

Travel Alert: Plan for daytime lane and ramp closures on Interstate 17 and Interstate 40 in Flagstaff July 1-3 and 8

The Arizona Department of Transportation advises northern Arizona drivers to allow extra travel time and plan for daytime lane and ramp restrictions on Interstate 17 and Interstate 40 where the two freeways meet in Flagstaff July 1 through July 3…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for June 28 — Flagstaff is your place for theater, history, outdoor events and more. Find all your recreation, art and music events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…

Board of Supervisors adopt FY 2020 budget

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors adopted the County’s $215 million Fiscal Year 2020 budget during its public meeting June 25 This year’s County budget includes additional investments in capital financing, flood control and forest restoration. Some…

Noncredit topics growing at CCC

FLAGSTAFF — Telling stories with iPhone photography. Separating facts from myths about the planets in our solar system. Cracking a cold murder case from northern Arizona’s past. Learning about Native American art and culture. These topics and many more are part…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for June 26 — Families brave weather to gather information at Page’s ‘Fishin’ After Dark’ wellness fair

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, June 26, 2019 Connections Spotlight Families brave weather to gather information at Page’s ‘Fishin’ After Dark’ wellness fair Strong gusty winds didn’t deter families and wellness providers from attending the…

Coconino County African American Advisory Council, Southside Community Association Celebrate Juneteenth

Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 AmigosNAZ FLAGSTAFF — Performers, information booths, food and a climbing wall highlighted the annual Juneteenth Celebration held June 15, 2019 at the Murdoch Community Center in Flagstaff. Flagstaff Mayor Coral Evans provided opening…

KNAU update for June 21 — KNAU eNews: Prescribed Burns, California Condor, and More

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider – June 21st, 2019 Strange Reception? From time to time, especially as the weather warms up in Northern Arizona, we receive calls from listeners alerting us that “another station has taken…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler named County Board Chair

District 4 Supervisor Jim Parks selected as vice-chair The Coconino County Board of Supervisors named District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler as Chair of the Board during the regular meeting June 18. She replaces District 1 Supervisor Art Babbott. Supervisor Fowler…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for June 20 — Flagstaff is your place for theater, outdoor events and more. Find all your recreation, art and music events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…

Sedona Arts Center update for June 20 — Check out these creative Summer Classes at Sedona Arts Center

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Summer Art Classes  at Sedona Arts Center Taking classes on our campus in Uptown Sedona affords the opportunity not only to explore the arts, but also to meet new neighbors and immerse yourself…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for June 19 — Save the Date: Kevin Campbell returns to Northern Arizona on Oct. 29

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Connections Spotlight Save the Date: Kevin Campbell returns to Northern Arizona on Oct. 29 FLAGSTAFF — Kevin Campbell, an internationally known youth permanency expert, founder of the…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for June 18 — Supervisor Lena Fowler selected into the 2019 NACo County Leadership Institute

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   June 18, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up!…

Shannon Anderson named Deputy City Manager

FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff has named Shannon Anderson as the new Deputy City Manager. Anderson participated in an open and competitive recruitment that attracted over 50 candidates. Anderson has worked with the city since 2006. She started as a…

Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad

Boletín Semanal / Click Aquí   Información de Interés para la Comunidad 320 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 Teléfono (602) 242-7398 Emergencias: (602) 330-3642 Actividades y Eventos La cercanía a la comunidad es necesaria para que conozca de primera mano…

AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection update for June 14 — Mary Rabago: Una Pueblerina Soñadora

Dear friend and partner, below please find information on the issues addressed this week. Please help us share links with family and friends. Programs can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube and Podcast [Stitcher in Android and Podcast in IPhone]; all…

Flagstaff announces delay in bulk waste pick-up

FLAGSTAFF — Due to a higher than normal increase in bulk waste volume, the city of Flagstaff is experiencing a two-week delay in bulk waste pickups. Residents should continue following their normal bulk waste pickup schedule and should not bring in…

City of Flagstaff announces Switzer Canyon and Turquoise Roundabout construction

FLAGSTAFF — Switzer Canyon and Turquoise Roundabout construction: Location: Switzer Canyon Drive Date: June 17, 2019 through July 8, 2019 Details: Traffic re-routing on Switzer Canyon Drive will start June 17, 2019 to complete construction of a roundabout at the intersection…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for June 13 — Celebrate Father’s Day weekend in Flagstaff. Find all your recreation, art and music events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…

Sedona Arts Center update for June 13 — The Ceramics Department at Sedona Arts Center

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   The Ceramics Department  at Sedona Arts Center The Ceramics Department is headed by Dennis Ott, winner of the 2018 Governor’s Arts Award of Arizona for Arts Education and the City of Sedona Mayor’s…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for June 12 — Vendors can now sign up to participate in CCC&Y’s 9th Annual Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, June 12, 2019 Connections Spotlight Vendors can now sign up to participate in CCC&Y’s 9th Annual Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair Dear Fellow Early Childhood Community Member: In celebration of young…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for June 11 — Supervisor Fowler meets with BLM on The Wave

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   June 11, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up!…

CCC joins county, city in mental health awareness effort

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College has joined Coconino County and the City of Flagstaff in proclaiming May 2019 as Mental Health Month in an effort to increase knowledge, empathy and action related to mental health and wellbeing. During the May 15…

Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad

Boletín Semanal / Click Aquí   Información de Interés para la Comunidad 320 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 Teléfono (602) 242-7398 Emergencias: (602) 330-3642 Actividades y Eventos El Consulado General de México en Phoenix da la bienvenida a Jorge Mendoza…

UPDATE: Drivers should plan for ramp closures on Interstate 40 in Williams through June

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Expect delays and allow extra travel time Northern Arizona drivers on Interstate 40 west of Flagstaff should plan for travel delays due to construction work between Parks and Williams. Crews have scheduled ramp closures and…

AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection update for June 7 — ‘It’s the Economy, Stupid’

Dear friend and partner, There is still room to register for our Lunch & Learn in Tolleson on Wednesday, June 12. Register today: https://aarp.cvent.com/d/9yqnl6/ Additionally, below please find information on the issues addressed this week. Please help us share links…

Sedona Arts Center update for June 7 — Sedona Photofest FREE Talks, Lowell Observatory Star Party, Workshops and more!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Sedona Arts Center: Partner Event SEDONA PHOTOFEST June 14–16, 2019 with Free Talks and Presentations at Mary D Fisher Theatre, Courtyard by Marriott, and Sedona Arts Center Sedona PhotoFest 2019 will educate and…

Multiple Governing Board Seats seeking applicants

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Risha VanderWey is seeking applicants for appointment to four school districts. One seat is open in Coconino Community College District 5 in Page, Coconino Association for Vocations, Industry, and Technology (CAVIAT) Education…

KNAU update for June 7 — Summer Construction Season Underway in Northern Arizona Highways

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider – June 7th, 2019 Earth Notes: Clear Creek Vineyard and Winery In the late 1960s 20-something Ignacio Mesa dreamed of producing his own wine. Three decades later he began planting grapevines…

Spring Valley Road Project underway

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County contractor, Rummel Construction, has broken ground on the Spring Valley Road Drainage Improvement Project. The project is located about 10 miles north of East Old Route 66 in Parks, Ariz. The goal of the project…

Coconino Community College update for June 6 — Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter

June 1, 2019 Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College. Coconino Community College: Education that works for you. Visit our website A quick word from the President Although the Arizona…