FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff’s voters (the electorate of Flagstaff) passed Proposition 414 (Flagstaff’s Minimum Wage Law), a voter initiative, with 54 percent of the vote in November 2016. Proposition 414 was amended by a supermajority of the Flagstaff…
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United Way of Northern Arizona update for May 23 — 130 + 3904 + 5 million = VITA 2019
Click here for the entire e-newsletter The Big Numbers from VITA 2019 Here’s some not-so-random numbers for you: 103 3,409 5,007,692 Every number has a story to tell, and these three – all from this year’s Volunteer Income Tax…
NALEO Education Fund comes to Flagstaff
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…
Coconino County Offices closed in honor of Memorial Day
COCONINO COUNTY — All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Monday, May 27, 2019 in honor of Memorial Day. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed on Monday, May 27, Dispatch, Patrol and Detention will…
County tests Emergency Notification System. See related information here
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Emergency Management is conducting a test of the emergency notification system between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27. This will help ensure that the system is up to date. County officials are…
Repairs beginning on North Schultz Flood area mitigation measures
COCONINO COUNTY — Contractors will begin repairs next week to both on- and off-forest flood mitigation measures in the northern portion of the Schultz Flood area. This is part of the Brandis Way Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) infrastructure that was damaged…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler: Coconino County Offices closed in honor of Memorial Day
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Coconino County Offices closed in honor of Memorial Day All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Monday, May 27, 2019 in honor of Memorial Day. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s…
Flagstaff to hold Municipal Courthouse Groundbreaking Ceremony on May 30
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Municipal Courthouse that will be open to the public on May 30 at 10:30. The facility is set to open spring 2020. The new, three-story, $19.5…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for May 21 — Tuba City Veterans’ Computer Center open house on May 24
Click here for the entire e-newsletter May 21, 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!…
U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for May 17 — Lowering drug costs for Arizonans and improving access to care
Click here for the entire e-newsletter WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU Dear Friend, It has been a busy start to the year. Over the past two months, I have worked to…
ECoNA update for May 16 — A Different Way of Looking at NAU Impact
With graduation weekend just behind us, we read with interest a report from Northern Arizona University that included some unique statistics about NAU’s positive impact in the community. Typically when we get these reports, the takeaways are the…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 15 — Art Barn Historical Dedication Plus Classes, Camps, Events!
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Coming up at Sedona Arts Center… SPECIAL EVENT Historical Preservation Party Friday, May 17, 2019 5–7pm In January of 2018 the Historic Preservation Commission adopted the Historic Resource Recognition Award Program. The program…
Grant creates Center for Student Success to support all AZ community colleges
PHOENIX – The Office of the Governor, Helios Education Foundation, Pima Community College Foundation, and the Arizona Community Foundation have jointly awarded a $1,350,000 grant to create the Arizona Center for Student Success at the ten community colleges in the…
U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for May 9 — This week we recognize small businesses across Arizona
Click here for the entire e-newsletter WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU Dear Friend, This week is National Small Business Week. I urge you to shop local and support our local entrepreneurs…
Southside Community Association to host topical stakeholder meetings for Southside Community Plan
FLAGSTAFF — The Southside Community Association will convene a series of stakeholder meetings for the evaluation and creation of possible policies for the Southside Community Plan. The meetings will be held from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. on selected Thursdays at…
AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection update for May 10 — Playwright Marcelino Quiñonez – ‘El Che’ and estamentos, Fideicomisos y Más #1
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 Podcasts [Stitcher in Android and Podcasts in IPhone]; all…
2019 Flagstaff Street Maintenance project
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council approved the 2019 Street Maintenance overlay project at their May 7, 209 meeting. This project consists of 22 street asphalt overlays as well as associated concrete repairs for a construction cost of $4.6 million. This…
ADOT: Plan for I-40 ramp closures in Williams, west of Flagstaff
Northern Arizona drivers who use Interstate 40 are advised to plan for travel delays as crews return to complete paving, bridge and intersection work between Parks and Williams. The following I-40 ramp closures and detours are scheduled while crews reconstruct the on-…
KNAU update for May 10 — Northern Arizona Fire Managers Cautiously Optimistic Following Wet Winter
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – May 10th, 2019 Earth Notes: Dolores Flume At the confluence where the San Miguel the Dolores rivers, beams and hoists zipper a section of streaked, vertical sandstone cliff on river…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for May 9 — Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival presents, Paula Vogel’s ‘Indecent,’ Riordan Mansion State Historic Park through May 12
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…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for May 9 — NAIPTA Proposes New Transit Center
Click here for more information In This Issue -NAIPTA Proposes New Transit Center -Scattered Affordable Housing Designs Approved -Dan Folke permanent Community Development Director -Community Involvement this Week Donate Now NAIPTA Proposes New Transit Center As NAIPTA has increased transit…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 8 — Summer Kids Camp: The Art of Filmmaking June 3 – 14, 2019 (Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm)
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Coming up at Sedona Arts Center… Special Event at L’Auberge de Sedona Creekside Community Paint Out Sponsored by L’Auberge de Sedona, Goldenstein Gallery, Sedona Arts Center and Red Rock Magic Trolley Thursday, May…
JKC creates scholarship for CCC construction students
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff-based JKC Inc. General Contractor has established a $1,000 scholarship at Coconino Community College for students wanting a career in the construction trades. “I think CCC is an integral part to the community,” said Jeff Knorr, president of JKC…
Museum of Northern Arizona introduces new Museum Director
Click here for more information Dear Members and Friends, I invite you to join the MNA Board and staff in welcoming Mary Kershaw as the new Executive Director/CEO of the Museum. A seasoned museum professional, Mary comes to MNA…
Coconino County Parks & Recreation Master Plan Update Spring 2019
Master Plan Update Spring 2019 Community Connections Coconino County Parks & Recreation connected with many organizations across Coconino County last year during the Master Plan process, and as a result, has provided information and consultation related to parks and recreation…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 6 — Robert Burridge Workshops This June at Sedona Arts Center
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Robert Burridge Workshops at Sedona Arts Center It is said, “Your heart doesn’t know how old you are.” For me, it’s true. Painting everyday in my small studio overlooking the Pacific Ocean, I…
Celebrando a la mujer, madre y empresaria de Arizona
¡Su gran motor, sus hijos! Es así como Ana Moree se inspira día a día para seguir adelante en su papel como empresaria pero sobre todo en el más importante, el papel de madre. Su convicción le llevo a obtener…
KNAU update for May 3 — Grand Canyon National Park to Reopen North Rim on May 15
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – May 3rd, 2019 Earth Notes: How to Age an Elk With the arrival of spring across Arizona’s high country, lengthening daylight triggers hormonal changes in elk bulls. In March they…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 2 — New Exhibitions, Call to Artists, Special events. Plus, visit Sedona Arts Center on Friday, May 3 from 5 to 8 pm for a First Friday artist reception!
FINE ART GALLERY Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako Myers, and Dennis Ott Artists Reception May 3, from 5 to 8pm Visit Sedona Arts Center this May and indulge in the creative wonders of featured artists Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako…
Dan Folke named Community Development Director
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff has named Dan Folke as the new Community Development Director. Folke participated in an open and competitive recruitment that attracted nearly 60 candidates. Folke has worked as a professional planner for 22 years, most recently…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for May 1 — First Friday Artwalk on May 3
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…
Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee to present Drug Awareness event on May 15
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee will present a Drug Awareness event at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 at Mt. Elden Middle School, Music Room, 3223 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff. The event will include information on what to…
June 4 — CHAC to hold next meeting in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next public meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at the Coconino County Administration Building, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. Download agendas, minutes HERE CHAC serves as…
June 6 — Deputy City Manager candidate meet and greet opportunities
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff invites the public to participate and provide feedback on candidates as part of the search for a new Deputy City Manager. The City Manager’s Office received 58 applications for the position and have narrowed it…
June 10 — County holds press conference on Health and Human Services department
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County is holding a press conference to announce the formation of the Health & Human Services department. The new department integrates the Career Center, Community Services and the Public Health Services District. This press conference will take place…
June 25 — Truth in Taxation hearing set
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County is publishing the Truth in Taxation notice, as required by Arizona state law, explaining potential changes in the amount of property taxes collected. Interested citizens are invited to attend the public hearing which is at 6 p.m.,…
Through July 30 — 12-week Basic Business Empowerment class in Flagstaff
Individual Development Accounts (IDA) matching grants for business, college education also available FLAGSTAFF — The next Coconino County Community Services’ (CCCS) 12-week (36-hour) Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) will be presented from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday evenings through July 30th, at…
ECoNA update for April 30 — Bioscience Roadmap Highlights in NAZ
Click here for more information Each year, the Flinn Foundation provides an update on the state’s Bioscience Roadmap, a collaborative plan that will continue until 2025 to make Arizona a leader in select bioscience fields. Earlier this month,…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for April 29 — Supervisor Lena Fowler attends bill signing of House Bill 2318
Click here for the entire e-newsletter April 29, 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! Share…
KNAU update for April 26
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – April 26th, 2019 Earth Notes: Non-wired Electricity For many years the tiny town of Punkin Center, south of Payson, Arizona, has been best known for the prominent jack-o’-lantern sign. Now it’s…
Flagstaff Aquaplex repairs and temporary closure
FLAGSTAFF — The Aquaplex (1702 N Fourth St.), pool, locker rooms and cabana area will be closed for a scheduled remodel starting May 1 and ending May 24, 2019. Other facility amenities including community rooms, fitness floor and gym will remain…
District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta update for April 19 — Commission on Trial Court Appointment
Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 District 2 News & Updates Happy Friday! With Spring blooming Coconino County is also moving forward with programming for our community as you can see below. Today I want to highlight…
Superintendent seeking applicants for multiple Governing Board Seats
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Risha VanderWey is seeking applicants for appointment to five school districts. One seat is vacant in the Coconino Association for Vocations, Industry, and Technology (CAVIAT) Education District in Fredonia, Fredonia-Moccasin Unified…
Fort Tuthill Earth Day Cleanup on April 20
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Parks & Recreation is hosting a volunteer park cleanup event on Saturday, April 20, from 9 – 11 a.m. at Fort Tuthill County Park in celebration of Earth Day. Volunteers, of all ages, are asked…
Coconino County Parks & Recreation update for April 19 — Join us for an Earth Day Cleanup at Fort Tuthill
CONNECTING PEOPLE, CULTURES & COMMUNITIES APRIL 2019 Volunteer Event at Fort Tuthill County Park APRIL 20 – VOLUNTEER EVENT Join us on Saturday, April 20, from 9-11 a.m. at Fort Tuthill County Park for an Earth Day cleanup! We’ll…
KNAU update for April 19 — Earth Notes: Upheaval Dome
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – April 19th, 2019 Earth Notes: Upheaval Dome The unusual shape of a noted geologic feature in Utah’s Canyonlands National Park becomes fully clear only from the air. From a small…
Sedona Arts Center update for April 18 — Summer Kids Camp
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Coming up at Sedona Arts Center… Summer Kids Camp The Art of Filmmaking June 3 – 14, 2019 (Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm) Kelli Klymenko & Bryan Reinhart SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE*…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for April 18 — Spring has sprung. Find all your recreation, music and art event
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…
ECoNA update for April 17 — ACA Job Training Grants Application Open
Hello, There’s some good news for our small businesses in northern Arizona and around the state that I’m pleased to share with you today. The Arizona Commerce Authority is offering to reimburse businesses up to 75 percent of…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for April 12 — Q&A with Carol Dykes
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Q&A with Carol Dykes Carol Dykes is a 20-year veteran of United Way of Northern Arizona and has served as Vice President of the organization for several years. Last month, with the departure…
KNAU update for April 12 — Earth Notes: Bees of Grand Staircase-Escalante
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – April 12th, 2019 Earth Notes: Bees of Grand Staircase-Escalante A recent study shows incredible diversity among the bees of Grand Staircase-Escalante. Some 660 different species have been identified in this national…
Sedona Arts Center update for April 11 — Final Call to Artists: Deadline April 15
Click here for the entire e-newsletter FINAL CALL TO ARTISTS : DEADLINE 4/15/19 15th Annual Sedona Plein Air Festival Announcing $10,000 in cash prizes! $5000 1st Prize! FINAL CALL TO ARTISTS DEADLINE 4/15/19 CLICK HERE TO APPLY – 2019 SPAF…
FUSD Governing Board Extends Superintendent’s Contract
FLAGSTAFF —The Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board approved a new contract Superintendent Michael Penca’s contract through the 2020 -2021 school year with extension language for a potential third additional year at the April 9, 2019 public meeting. Citing a…
Fuerza Local ARIZONA — ¡Abril es el mes del Banco Comunitario!
Abril es el Mes del Banco Comunitario y Fuerza Local está alentando a los ciudadanos de Arizona a mover su dinero a donde tenga un mejor impacto en su comunidad. ¿Sabía que los bancos comunitarios y las cooperativas de crédito…
Sedona Arts Center update for April 5 — Fine Art Gallery Exhibition Showing Now Through April 30
Fine Art Gallery Exhibition Showing Now Through April 30 Fine Art Gallery April Exhibition Artists Reception April 5, from 5 to 8pm The April collection of artists in the Fine Art Gallery features bronze sculptures by Deanne McKeown, finely-crafted knives…
Flagstaff Community Development Director candidate meet and greet opportunities on April 12
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff invites the public to participate and provide feedback on candidates as part of the search for a new Community Development Director. The City Manager’s Office received a number of applications for the position and have…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for April 4 — First Friday ArtWalk, Downtown Flagstaff on April 5
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…
Maya Lanzetta: Sharing the wonder of math
FLAGSTAFF — From beginning algebra to calculus – math is the language she’s most passionate about. And Maya Lanzetta teaches it all at Coconino Community College. “It’s a beautiful language,” Lanzetta said. “I want to share that passion with my…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 3 — NAU Starts a New Climate Action Plan
In This Issue -NAU Climate Action Plan -Flagstaff Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Update -Council Upholds P&Z Veto of new Cell Tower on Eastside -Community Involvement this Week Donate Now NAU Starts a New Climate Action Plan NAU held a…
NAU Mariachi Mar y Sol to represent Flagstaff at the International Mariachi Conference in Tucson
FLAGSTAFF — NAU Mariachi Mar y Sol had a great performance on March 29th at the CHAC Cesar Chavez Recognition Breakfast. They donated their time and they brought joy to many with beautiful music early in the morning. The group will…