Recently, ECoNA Executive Board member and Coconino Community College President Dr. Colleen A. Smith was appointed to the Arizona Commission for Post-Secondary Education by Gov. Doug Ducey. We caught up with her to talk about what brought her to Flagstaff,…
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Jan. 27 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Kinship Care in AZ’
Dear friend and partner, happy Friday! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be KINSHIP CARE IN AZ. We will talk about the state of kinship care, policy, procedures, challenges, resources, and we will also hear from kinship caregivers about their…
NAICL: Please support immigrant families in Flagstaff
Dear Friends, I am so proud of the work that Northern Arizona Interfaith Council is doing right now. Last month, NAICL (our education and training arm) provided training for 60 teachers, counselors, and nurses in Flagstaff Unified School District, helping…
KNAU update for Dec. 15
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 15th, 2017 This…
AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection to resume live radio programming on Jan. 13
Dear partner and friend, greetings! Please know that we will not have live radio programs for the next four Saturdays (live programming will resume on January 13). Instead, we will air the following prerecorded programs: Fraud Watch Network with Frank…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Dec. 12
Click here for the entire e-newsletter In This Issue See Twelve Dates, Support F3! Coffee and Climate Tomorrow with City Staff (12/13) We’re appealing to you to help us keep fighting Become a MASTER RECYCLER! Donate Now See Twelve Dates,…
KNAU update for Dec. 8
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 8th, 2017 This…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Dec. 5
Click here for the entire e-newsletter In This Issue Here’s what we’ve got to say about Zoning Take a quick survey about how you interact with the Rio de Flag Community Trash Clean Up December 9th …. plus, additional…
Dec. 2 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Financial Security — Consumer Protection’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be FINANCIAL SECURITY – CONSUMER PROTECTION. With the help of our guests, we will discuss background and concepts regarding consumer protection in payday loans, tittle loans, and student loans. Fraud,…
AARP: The Season of Giving is Also the Season of Scams
As we enter the holiday season, it pays to be vigilant to avoid scams or slip-ups that could put a damper on your celebrations. Here are some ways to keep your holidays happy. Beware of deals. Be wary of those too-good-to-be-true…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Nov. 21
Click here for the entire e-newsletter In This Issue Update on Mogollon Public Works Yard Livable Community Award goes to Charlie Silver and Duffie Westheimer Resource Protection Standards of the Zoning Ordinance FREE PARKING DOWNTOWN for Small business Saturday 11/25…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth is collecting gift cards for our annual Homeless and Runaway Youth Drive
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth is collecting gift cards for our annual Homeless and Runaway Youth Drive. Why gift cards? Last year, a young 16 year old girl faced the passing of her mother after endearing a difficult illness. Her school…
ECoNA update for Nov. 21
Dear Subscriber, In Northern Arizona, we have much to be thankful for. We live in an area that is noted for its natural beauty and awe-inspiring landmarks, from the Grand Canyon to the world’s largest Ponderosa Pine forest to the painted…
Nov. 18 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘History: Fruits of Latino Activism’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be “History: Fruits of Latino Activism.” Click here for the link to the ad Ways to access the program. By radio: 1190-am (Maricopa County) – radio station has Spanish programing but our program…
KNAU update for Nov. 10
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 – November 10th, 2017 This…
ECoNA update for Nov. 8
Dear Subscriber, A new era of the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra began this fall under the baton of Maestro Charles Latshaw, who made his debut as the orchestra’s musical director recently. This is the 68th season of the FSO, which…
KNAU update for Nov. 3
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 – November 3rd, 2017…
Oct. 21 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘A Nation of Immigrants’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be A NATION OF IMMIGRANTS, from what the constitution states and early immigrations, to the DACA program. Our issue experts will present the history of immigration in America, and how…
KNAU update for Oct. 20
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 – October 20th, 2017…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 18
Click here for the entire e-newsletter In This Issue Take a survey to tell the city where you think High Occupancy Housing belongs in Flagstaff Indigenous issues highlighted at October 10th council meeting Gala round-up TONIGHT: Transect-Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) meeting…
Oct. 14 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Medicare’s ABCDs and the Triple As’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be MEDICARE’S ABCDs AND THE TRIPLE As. We will explain each part of Medicare, Medicare Original versus Medicare Advantage, Medicare’s Savings Programs, Enrollment Periods, and the Area Agencies on Aging.…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 10
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Get You Tickets! The annual F3 Gala is this weekend and it’s going to be more fun and more substantive than ever! Entertainment from FlagShakes and Tiny Punches Exciting live auction featuring for once-in-a-lifetime experiences! An…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 19
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Donate Now In This Issue Flagstaff Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Meeting City Council Votes on a Resolution to Support Congress extending DACA Events Around Town YOU ARE INVITED TO THE 3rd FLAGSTAFF…
Sept. 9 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Rights of People with Disabilities’
Dear friend, Happy Friday! Our radio program tomorrow will be on RIGHTS OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. With the help of our guests, we will explain the Americans with Disabilities Act (in the context of the Civil Rights Movement). Several guests will…
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…
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Pew Research Center Hispanic Trends: Hispanic population growth, lawful immigrants, border wall
Hispanics accounted for about half of U.S. population growth between 2016 and 2017. Is this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. August 04, 2017 U.S. Hispanic population growth has leveled off The annual growth rate of…
Aug. 5 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Democracy: Civic Engagement’
Dear friend, greetings! Happy Friday! Our radio program tomorrow will be on DEMOCRACY: Civic Engagement. Our guests will describe the history of democracy, the painful journey, the of the people, by the people and for the people concepts, and our turn…
July 29 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Entertainment: The Good Old Days!’
Dear partner and friend, greetings! Our radio program tomorrow will be on “ENTERTAINMENT: the good old days!” Our guests will describe forms of entertainment enjoyed by the Hispanic/Latino community starting in the early 1900s. If you have not seen the…
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…
KNAU update for July 14
Click here for the latest KNAU news 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 at the Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill…
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…
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…
July 15 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘THE LGBT: our journey’
Dear partner and friend, greetings! Our radio program tomorrow will be on The LGBT: our journey, and will address the LGBT in history, LGBT terminology, the acceptance process, and from social to legislative. If you have not seen the video…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for June 26
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Donate Now In This Issue Affordable Housing Solicitation Project F3’s Official Statement Overview of the Project Details about Tomorrow’s Meeting Tonight: 2nd Meeting on Vintage Development Red Door Auction Happens on July 1 Affordable…
KNAU update for June 16
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider prEview – June 16th, 2017 You Make A Difference For KNAU KNAU’s fiscal year ends June 30th. Help us finish another year strong. Please don’t delay andcontribute today. Your investment…
Friends of Flagstaff Future update for June 13
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Donate Now In This Issue Development News and Requested Actions Write a Letter regarding the future of the St. Mary’s property on Humphreys Attend the Hearing about the Vintage Development at the DMV Attend…
June 3 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘The State of Arizona Hispanics Health’
Dear partner and friend, happy Friday! I trust all is well. Our mural painting event last Saturday went very well. Among our special guests were Beth Castro (Gov. Raul Castro’s daughter), Commander Louie Garcia from Post 41, and Yvonne Pastor…
KNAU update for May 26
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider prEview – May 26th, 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…
KNAU update for May 19
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider prEview – May 19th, 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…
May 13 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘History: Foreigners in their own land’
Dear friends, saludos! Just a reminder that Radio program 02 on Saturday, May 13 from 8 am to 9 am (AZ time) will be on History: foreigners in their own land. Watch the video ad: FACEBOOK YOUTUBE Join by radio: 1190-am (Maricopa County) –…
Community Action Needed to Re-Authorize Secure Rural Schools
PLEASE CONTACT CONGRESSIONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND TELL THEM TO SUPPORT the RE-AUTHORIZATION and FULL FUNDING of the SECURE RURAL SCHOOLS and COMMUNITY SELF-DETERMINATION ACT Without prompt Congressional action, Coconino County will face budget shortfalls that will impact their ability to provide funding for schools and roads.…
KNAU update for April 28
Current News Stories KNAU Insider prEview – April 28st, 2017 KNAU: Edward R Murrow Awards KNAU is honored to have been awarded 3 regional Edward R Murrow Awards for Excellence in Journalism. Aaron Granillo won Best Writing for his Apache Chef piece,…
KNAU update for April 14
Current News Stories Brain Food: The Giant Vampyrum Bat An elusive bat in the forests of Nicaragua has caught the attention of researchers at Northern Arizona University. The Vampyrum spectrum is the largest bat in the Americas, with a three…
KNAU update for April 7
Current News Stories Earth Notes: Amazing Spider Silk Have you ever looked closely at a spider’s web rimmed with raindrops or frost? So delicate, these marvels might not look like they’re made from one of the strongest materials on the…
KNAU update for March 31
Current News Stories Earth Notes: The Dinosaur Diamond Many millions of years ago, dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes roamed the Colorado Plateau. They were common in the region when the landscape was mostly wet and tropical. Learn more at KNAU.org.…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Feb. 14
Click here for the latest newsletter. Take Action: Tonight at Council: Oppose a Special Election (2/14) Get Involved Social Justice Committee Meeting, 2/23 Inside F3: Seeking New Board Members
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…
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…
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…
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…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 25
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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…
Flagstaff Police Department: Creating Culture
By Flagstaff Police Department Chief Kevin Treadway / Column courtesy of Lancaster Consulting As the Chief of the Flagstaff Police Department, I might appreciate more than most the importance of creating the “right” culture in an organization. Today, with law enforcement…
Keep Weather-Aware & Equipment-Prepared!
By the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office With nationwide attention on the recent rescue of the Klein family and questions generated from the public, the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and its Search and Rescue Unit would like to take this opportunity…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Dec. 19
A More Sustainable, Peaceful Flagstaff in 2017
Commentary: ECoNA — Giving Thanks
In this traditional time of giving thanks, I wanted to take a quick break from reporting on our region’s economic advancements and express my deep appreciation for the support you have shown me in my first six months as President…
Commentary: Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Nov. 22
Response to the Trump Presidency: Our Call to Action Dear F3 Friends and Supporters, After taking a few weeks to recover from our shock over the results of the Presidential election, Friends of Flagstaff’s Future is ready to move…
Food safety is key to successful holiday meals
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is stressing the importance of making food safely this holiday season. To avoid the risk of foodborne illnesses, CCPHSD and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) encourage consumers to take appropriate precautions…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Nov. 14
County Draft Policy on Tiny Homes (Today, Tues, 11/15) Zoning Code Revisions: F3 Working Group Weigh in on F3’s Priorities for 2017 High Occupancy Housing Plan Open House this Thurs, 11/17 Local Election Results Our Office Has Moved! Click here to…