Category: Commentary

Pew Research Center’s Hispanic Trends update for Dec. 21 — U.S. unauthorized immigrant total dips to lowest level in a decade

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Hispanic Trends December 21, 2018 U.S. unauthorized immigrant total dips to lowest level in a decade The number of unauthorized immigrants in the U.S. fell to its lowest level in more than a…

First Things First update for Dec. 17 — Help families find early childhood programs in your Arizona community

News and happenings about First Things First December 2018 Help families find early childhood programs in your Arizona community First Things First’s new Find Programs tool is an easy way for you to help parents, grandparents and other caregivers search…

KNAU update for Dec. 14 — KNAU Holiday Specials Continue

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 – December 14th, 2018 KNAU Holiday…

The Comet — Coconino Community College’s Steller Newsletter update for December

December 1, 2018 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 I sometimes think that…

First Things First update for Dec. 5 — NEW! Find early childhood programs near you

December 2018 NEW! Find early childhood programs near you First Things First supports programs in communities across Arizona through grants to community organizations that provide services—at no cost—for young children from birth to age 5 and their families. Search by…

Sedona Arts Center update for Dec. 5 — Vivid Colors Flourish in December Exhibition Showing Now Through Dec. 31

Vivid Colors Flourish in December Exhibition Showing Now Through December 31, 2018 Artists Reception December 7, 5–8pm Color continues to thrive at Sedona Arts Center in an exhibition featuring Lyn and Ken Mikell, Susan Moody, Karen Puckett, Cheryl Waale, and…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuelta update for Dec. 3 — Holiday Parade of Lights

‌ Coconino County Board of Supervisors ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162 ‌ December 03, 2018 District 2 Update December, the year’s final curtain, is upon us. The evenings are drawing in, the nights growing colder,…

SOLD OUT!!! — ‘Border Voices / Voces Fronterizas’ to be presented Dec. 4, 5 in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — “Border Voices / Voces Fronterizas,” an original play by Robert Neustadt, at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 4 and 5 at the Doris-Harper White Community Playhouse (Theatrikos Theater), 11 W. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff. Border Voices combines a series…

Sedona Arts Center update for Nov. 26 — Giving Tuesday

Support Sedona Arts Center on #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Following Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuelta update for Nov. 20 — Happy Thanksgiving from District 2 and our family to yours

‌ Coconino County Board of Supervisors ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162  ‌ November 20, 2018 Happy Thanksgiving from District 2 and our family to yours. ‌ Thanksgiving Delights On Thanksgiving Day we’re thankful for Our…

First Things First update for Nov. 19 — FTF partners with Arizona tribes to meet the needs of young children

News and happenings about First Things First November 2018 FTF partners with Arizona tribes to meet the needs of young children FTF Tribal Affairs staff work with 19 federally-recognized tribes to listen and learn from tribal leaders to ensure their…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Nov. 16

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth November 16, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates November — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events November — Page Public Library announces…

Food safety essential to holiday meal planning

COCONINO COUNTY — CCPHSD also encourages people to make food safety a priority during the holiday meal planning process. To avoid the risk of foodborne illnesses, the Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)…

NAU update for Nov. 16 — NAU one of 130 universities to help launch national effort to increase college access, equity, postsecondary attainment

Friday, Nov. 16 NAU one of 130 universities to help launch national effort to increase college access, equity, postsecondary attainment The Powered by Publics: Scaling Student Success program, which APLU started, represents the largest collaborative effort of its kind and…

LULAC — Our millions of votes clamored: PRESENTE!

To Our LULAC Familia: Tuesday, Latinos made history in our nation. Never before has our voice at the ballot box been heard more loudly and clearly. Our millions of votes clamored: PRESENTE! The so-called sleeping giant we have been told…

KNAU update for Nov. 9 — GOP Suit Seeks to Stop Counties from Verifying Ballot Signatures After Election Day

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 – November 9th, 2018 GOP…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for Nov. 8 — Family-Friendly Holiday Events Benefiting UWNA on Nov. 14, 17

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   We cordially invite you to join us as we kick off the holiday season with two events next week that will light up your night, give you a head start on your holiday…

First Things First update for Nov. 5 — Quality child care: What to look for in teacher-child interactions

November 2018 Quality child care: What to look for in teacher-child interactions Quality child care helps children learn, grow and thrive. Teacher-child interactions that are stimulating and nurturing are an essential part of quality early learning programs. Check out our 1-minute…

The Comet — Coconino Community College’s Steller Newsletter

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 The final push is here. The big…

KNAU update for Nov. 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 – November 2nd, 2018 Schedule…

LULAC — The Future is in Your Hands: Vote Nov. 6 • El future está en tis manos: vota el 6 de noviembre

El futuro está en tus manos vota el 6 de noviembre Dear LULAC Familia and Voters of America, As I look across our nation, it is clear our moment is here and history is calling us. In Dodge City, Kansas,…

Ease young kids into Halloween for a smooth experience

FLAGSTAFF — Halloween can be a fun time of year, but for infants, toddlers and preschoolers – who often can’t distinguish between fantasy and reality – scary experiences can ruin the holiday. Easing young children into Halloween is one of the…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 25 — Candidates Discuss the Climate Action Plan

In This Issue The Candidates Discuss the Climate Action Plan The Candidates Discuss the Energy Code More Information on Propositions Donate Now The Candidates Discuss the Climate Action Plan How our community mitigates and adapts to climate change will have…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Oct. 24 — Homecoming Parade, Northern Arizona University

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…

KNAU update for Oct. 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 – October 19th, 2018 KNAU…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth Fall 2018 Newsletter

Click here for the entire e-newsletter Voters — This is Your Chance to Get to Know the Candidates Nearly 20 candidates for elected office throughout Coconino County are addressing youth education and child welfare issues with CCC&Y’s Candidate Questionnaire Webpage. There is…

Coconino County confirms first flu cases of the 2018-19 season

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials announced that two cases of influenza have been confirmed in Coconino County. Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials announced that two cases of influenza have been confirmed…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuelta update for Oct. 15 — Liz Archuleta Named Top Latino Leader

October has finally arrived and each day keeps getting colder. This month is going to be busy filled with events like: The Museum of Northern Arizona’s Celebraciones De La Gente, college night, and legal talks. Please read on for more…

KNAU update for Oct. 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 – October 12th, 2018 Earth Notes:…

March For Our Lives Arizona Launches Month-Long Get Out The Vote Effort in Flagstaff, Phoenix, Tucson

PHOENIX, TUCSON, AND FLAGSTAFF — March For Our Lives Arizona will kick off a month-long get out the vote effort. This Month of Action consists of voter registration, phone-banking, canvassing, and volunteering for local candidates. March For Our Lives Arizona is…

KNAU update for Oct. 5

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 – October 5th, 2018 Pledge Drive…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 4 — The Candidates on Props 419 & 421

Click here for more information   In This Issue The Candidates on Props 419 & 421 F3’s Position on 419 F3’s Position on 421 F3 Fundraising at Trail Crest Community Involvement this Week Donate Now The Candidates Discuss Propositions 419 &…

Local First Arizona update for Oct. 3 — Flagstaff Plans for a Changing Climate

Climate change is bringing changes in temperature, snowpack, water availability, and wildfire risk to Flagstaff. These changes threaten Flagstaff’s natural resources, economy, infrastructure, and quality of life. This Climate Action and Adaptation Plan is a strategic roadmap to guide the…

First Things First update for Oct. 3 — Not just a theory: Block play helps build STEM skills

October 2018 Not just a theory: Block play helps build STEM skills Young Albert Einstein spent a lot of time playing with blocks. It sparked his imagination and helped develop his scientific mind. While there’s no guarantee your little one…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for Oct. 2: How the Community Impact Fund is Changing Lives

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   DONATE HERE  At the heart of the United Way of Northern Arizona’s annual campaign is the Community Impact Fund, a volunteer-driven process that invests your donations into the proven programs, partnerships and initiatives that are…

Oct. 25 — Robert Neustadt’s new album release ‘Voluntary Return: Songs of Solidarity with Migrants and Refugees’ at the Coconino Center for the Arts

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Arts Council is pleased to present a CD release and benefit concert, Voluntary Return: Songs of Solidarity with Migrants and Refugees on October 25, 2018, at 7:30p.m. at the Coconino Center for the Arts.  The doors will open at…

LULAC Thanks A Brave American: Arizona Republican Senator Jeff Flake Calls for Healing a Divided Nation

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Domingo Garcia, National President of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) issued the following statement on the call for a one-week delay in a floor vote by the U.S. Senate on the confirmation of Brett…

KNAU update for Sept. 28

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 – September 28th, 2018 Pledge…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 26 — Candidates Discuss Prop. 420 (Lone Tree Bridge)

Click here for more information   In This Issue The Candidates Discuss Proposition 420 (the Lone Tree Bridge) Our Position on 420 F3 Transitions Fundraising at Trail Crest Community Involvement this Week Donate Now The Candidates Discuss Proposition 420 (the Lone…

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

View this email in your browser   Información de Interés para la Comunidad Centro de Defensoría ¿Tiene duda sobre su caso criminal, familiar, civil o de inmigración? Participe en el “Programa de Orientación Legal Gratuita” para consultar su caso con…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth provides opportunities for candidates to address youth education and child welfare issues

Questionnaire webpage provides voters opportunity for one-stop information COCONINO COUNTY — Candidates running for elected office throughout Coconino County are encouraged to take advantage of an opportunity to get their message out to potential voters on youth education and child welfare…

AARP Arizona to present ‘Be The Difference / Sé La Diferencia’ Social Security programs Sept. 25 in Nogales, Sept. 26 in Tucson and Oct. 3 in Yuma

AARP Arizona to present ‘Be The Difference / Sé La Diferencia’ Social Security programs Sept. 25 in Nogales, Sept. 26 in Tucson and Oct. 3 in Yuma. See below for more information: 9/25 / Nogales / Mariposa Comm. Health Ctr.: https://aarp.cvent.com/d/sbqj1v/…

Flagstaff Festival of Science update for Sept. 21

Get Festival Program/Passport› Support the Festival › The 2018 Flagstaff Festival of Science Starts Today! Here is a brief overview of some of this weekend’s events. Go to the program for the full listing, and remember, everything is free! W. L. Gore…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 19

Click here for more information   In This Issue The Candidates Discuss FUSD (Propositions 423 & 424) F3’s Position on 423 & 424 F3 Fundraising at Trail Crest Community Involvement this Week Donate Now The Candidates Discuss the FUSD Propositions…

Flagstaff STEM City update for Sept. 19

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 19th, 2018 The best 10 days of the year are almost here!!! Over 100 activities, all free! Be sure you don’t miss out on any of the action (some events may require reservations). Click here for…

CCC Clubs and Organizations Fair helps students plug in

FLAGSTAFF — Alex Ellinwood, first semester Nursing student at Coconino Community College, wants to plug into student life. So, he decided to show up at the Clubs and Organizations Fair at the Lone Tree campus on Wednesday, Sept. 5. “I really…

Expect More Arizona update for Sept. 17

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   How Voting ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ On These Ballot Measures Affects Education  In politics, the terms initiative and referendum refer to processes that allow citizens to vote directly on particular pieces of legislation. This November, voters have the…

District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’Archuleta: Be A Part of Shaping The Future of Parks And Recreation

‌ Coconino County Government ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162  ‌ September 14, 2018 Be A Part of Shaping The Future of Parks And Recreation Coconino Parks and Recreation Needs Your Input Coconino County Parks and…

KNAU update for Sept. 14

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AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection Sept. 12 update — ‘EDUCATION – Student Loan Debt, FAFSA, Scholarships’

Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject of our radio program on Sept. 12 is: “EDUCATION – Student Loan Debt, FAFSA, Scholarships” You can can here the program on Facebook HERE Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook,…

KNAU update for Sept. 7

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 – September 7th, 2018 San…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 5

Click here for more information   In This Issue The Candidates Discuss NAU F3 Fundraising at Chipotle Many Opportunities to Get Involved Donate Now The Candidates Discuss NAU NAU is almost as old as Flagstaff.  And the relationship between these two…

Northern Arizona Interfaith Council update for Sept. 5

Good Morning NAIC Leaders, We are almost exactly two months away from our Midterm Elections 2018 and much must be done to ensure everyone powerfully flexes their voting muscles at the local, state, and national level. Those same muscles need to be…