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Coconino County Fair kicks off Labor Day weekend

The annual Coconino County Fair is this Labor Day weekend at Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff. The four-day event features live entertainment, exhibits, livestock shows and auction, carnival rides, interactive activities for youth and adults, and over 100 food and…

KNAU update for Sept. 1

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Thank you for your support! 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 – September 1st, 2017…

Supervisors host Congressman O’Halleran roundtable

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors and Congressman Tom O’Halleran (AZ-1) met for a roundtable discussion on Monday. O’Halleran, Supervisors, elected County Constitutional Officers, county and congressional staff participated in the open meeting. The group discussed several…

NAU update for Aug. 31

Click here for the latest NAU News Thursday, Aug. 31 NAU researchers determine adverse effects of Houston flooding will be felt throughout the globe Using FEWSion, a new mapping system, the team was able to see how Hurricane Harvey will impact…

Grant helps CCC aim minority students to STEM fields

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College, in alliance with three other educational institutions, will be working to steer minority students into Science Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers. According to information from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, the National Science Foundation…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 30

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Donate Now In This Issue Bail and Bond Fund: helping Flagstaff’s most vulnerable populations Arizona Charitable Tax Credit: support local non-profits and get a full refund on your taxes. Save the Date: HOH Meetings 8/30 and…

Opportunity to improve traffic safety in Flagstaff Metropolitan area

FLAGSTAFF — With 57 fatal crashes in the Flagstaff Metropolitan area in the past five years, the Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO) strategic transportation safety campaign seeks input from community members. FMPO and its design team, Burgess & Niple, Inc., are…

Coconino County Supervisors pass anti-hate resolution

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted Resolution 2017 – 50, condemning hate and racial supremacy while promoting tolerance, at their regular meeting Tuesday night. The Board considered the resolution due to recent white supremacy rallies and other displays…

Local First ARIZONA: Let us know how your business is doing

Local First Arizona is partnering with over 100 other organizations to gain new insight into the challenges and attitudes of small business owners.We would appreciate your participation in an anonymous survey, the results of which will be shared publicly with…

KNAU update for Aug. 25

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Thank you for your support! 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 – August 25th, 2017…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 23

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Donate Now In This Issue Goals of the new High Occupancy Housing Specific Plan Zoning Amendment next steps from Stand Up for Flagstaff Join the Transportation Tax Commission – Attend 10 meetings and shape the future…

Sunnyside Market of Dreams update for Aug. 21

Click here for the entire e-newsletter Got an Idea? The Market of Dreams is OPEN to individuals who are interested in starting a business. August/September 2017 Informational Sessions Wednesdays & Fridays Noon to 1 p.m. 5 to 6 p.m. 2532…

Coconino County Assessor Armando J. Ruiz to hold meeting at Page Community Center on Aug. 21

Ruiz to discuss Senior Property Valuation Protection Program PAGE — Assessor Armando J. Ruiz will hold a meeting at the Page Community Center at noon, Aug. 21 to discuss property tax assistance and exemptions for senior citizens. Assessor Ruiz will present…

Aug. 19 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Health: Let YOUR WILL Be Known’

Dear partner and friend, greetings! Our radio program tomorrow will be on HEALTH: let YOUR WILL be known. Our guests will explain the concepts of Power of Attorney, Living Wills, and Estate Planning. Having this conversation and making advanced directives is…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 15

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   In This Issue Livable Communities Award HOH Specific Plan, Part 2 A Note From Councilman McCarthy LIVABLE COMMUNITY AWARD NOMINATIONS REQUESTED Friends of Flagstaff’s Future created the Livable Community Award in 2000 to…

Fuerza Local ARIZONA Noticias de 15 de agosto

Es temporada de regreso a clases – para tu empresa El cielo nublado me da para abajo durante temporada de monzones. Lo bueno que tengo una agenda llena de eventos para mantenerme ocupada durante esta época. SOCENT Summit SOCENT Summit…

Flagstaff City Council to meet on Aug. 15

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council will hold its regular council meeting at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 15 at the City Council Chambers, 211 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff. Click below for: August 15, 2017 agenda City Council Meeting – FINAL More…

NAU update for Aug. 10

Click here for the latest NAU News   Thursday, Aug. 10 NAU ecosystem scientist’s study finds droughts may endanger ecosystem resiliency  The study, published in Nature, showed as droughts get more frequent and more severe, ecosystems may not have enough time…

Coming up at the Market of Dreams…

Click here for the entire e-newsletter There are so many great ways to support the community at the Market of Dreams! Share Tweet Forward Copyright © 2017 Market of Dreams/Mercado de los Sueños, All rights reserved.

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 8: How will the new HOH Specific Plan will effect Flagstaff’s Future?

Click here for the entire e-newsletter Donate Now In This Issue HOH Specific Plan Welcome Party for Dawn Tucker Because of the complexity of the HOH Specific plan, this issue will focus on that document exclusively. For information on the Transect…

Local First ARIZONA update for Aug. 8

As we begin to say goodbye to summer, take a look at what we have planned for this month and beyond: Business-Nonprofit Partnerships Make Cents The perfect partnership is mutually-beneficial: together, nonprofits and businesses can increase their bottom line and…

ECoNA update for Aug. 2

  On behalf of Coconino County, we have had the privilege of working closely with hundreds of residents and stakeholders in the Lake Powell region for the past year, as the area prepares for the scheduled closing of the Navajo…

Coconino County earns National Achievement Awards for innovative programs

The National Association of Counties (NACo) awarded Coconino County multiple Achievement Awards and other recognitions. The awards honor innovative development within county government programs that enhance services for residents. “We are honored to be among one of the counties to…

We want you! Apply for the Citizens’ Transportation Tax Commission

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Citizens’ Transportation Tax Commission applications are currently being accepted. To submit or download an application visit the City of Flagstaff Boards and Commissions website at www.flagstaff.az.gov/bc. In 2000 the City’s transaction privilege taxes for the purpose of transportation…

County Manager Seelhammer wins Gabe Zimmerman Service Award

COCONINO COUNTY — The Center for the Future of Arizona (CFA) awarded Coconino County Manager Cynthia Seelhammer the 2017 Gabe Zimmerman Civic Leadership Award. The Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Awards are a statewide competition created to recognize outstanding non-elected public…

KNAU update for July 21

Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider prEview – July 21st, 2017 Garrison Keillor Returns To Flagstaff August 26th Mark your calendars as KNAU is bringing Garrison Keillor back to Flagstaff on Saturday August 26th with a live performance…

ECONA — Flagstaff’s New School Superintendent

  For Michael Penca, Flagstaff’s new superintendent of schools, the inspiration to pursue a career in education originated with the teachers who taught him back when he was a student. “I still marvel at the way my high school chemistry…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for July 10

Click here for the entire e-newswletter Donate Now In This Issue Affordable Housing Project Update July 26: Meeting about the FOSPR Program Don’t Stop Shoppin’ at the Garden! Affordable Housing Project Update On Friday, July 7th, at a special meeting,…

KNAU update for July 7

Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider prEview – July 7th, 2017 Garrison Keillor Returns To Flagstaff August 26th Mark your calendars as KNAU is bringing Garrison Keillor back to Flagstaff on Saturday August 26th with a live performance…

Final days to save with #IndieWeekAZ! Plus Workshops, Art Events & More

Independents Week continues through the weekend! Get your Golden Coupon, shop local, and save at hundreds of independent businesses state-wide until July 9th. #IndieWeekAZ Download your Golden Coupon & check out who’s participating in Northern AZ: Quad Cities Verde Valley Rim…

Flagstaff City Council to hold Special Meeting on City Properties to be included in the Affordable Housing Request for Proposals on July 7. Please note location change

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council will convene a Special Council Meeting on Friday July 7th at 10 a.m. to discuss and provide any final direction to city staff regarding the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Scattered Site Affordable Housing Project. …

We want you! Apply for the Citizens’ Transportation Tax Commission

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Citizens’ Transportation Tax Commission applications are currently being accepted. To submit or download an application visit the City of Flagstaff Boards and Commissions website at www.flagstaff.az.gov/bc. In 2000 the City’s transaction privilege taxes for the purpose of…

Reminder Minimum Wage Increase Effective July 1

FLAGSTAFF —The minimum wage in Flagstaff increases to $10.50 effective July 1, 2017. The Office of Labor Standards, in accordance with Title 15, Labor; Chapter 15-01 Minimum Wage of the Flagstaff City Code, is the City department established to enforce…

#IndieWeekAZ is taking over Northern AZ! Get your Golden Coupon, Shop Local, & Save

Independents Week starts this Saturday! It’s time for summer savings at your favorite local businesses! Grab your Golden Coupon to save 20% at hundreds of local businesses in Northern Arizona and across the state from July 1-9. #IndieWeekAZ Click Here to Download…

Fiscal Year 2018 budget adopted by Board of Supervisors

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors adopted the County’s $192 million Fiscal Year 2018 budget during its public meeting June 27. The County balanced the FY 2018 budget and maintained a projected fund balance over the course of…

NAU update for June 29

Click here for the latest news   Thursday, June 29 Investment firm cofounder donating $1M to NAU for student teacher scholarships The scholarships are intended to help students from traditionally underrepresented groups during student-teaching, when balancing another job is difficult.…