PAGE — Nicole McCarty began working at the Navajo Generating Station 15 years ago. Until recently, she was the Control Room Operations Specialist for the coal-fired power plant. “I went into the job when I was 18,” McCarty said, adding that…
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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…
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…
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!…
ECoNA update for June 18 — Discover Flagstaff Promoting Our Lunar Legacy
Discover Flagstaff, formerly the city’s Convention & Visitor Bureau, has always known how to leverage Northern Arizona’s assets to draw tourists – and their dollars – to our region. From skiing and snowplay in winter to food, beer and music festivals…
Bilingual Report: Gina Santi Photography update for June 2019
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Images of the Month – June 2019 View this email in your browser GINA SANTI PHOTOGRAPHY Fine Ethnographic Images Images of the Month June 2019 English Español …
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…
KNAU update for June 14 — Bearing Witness: Voices of Climate Change
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – June 14th, 2019 Bearing Witness: Voices of Climate Change Stories told by longtime Arizonans about changes they’ve seen in the familiar landscapes of their lives. While personal experience, in and…
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!…
Sedona Arts Center update for June 10 — The Importance of Experimental Learning by Elizabeth St. Hilaire
Click here for the entire e-newsletter One of the Art’s Center’s most popular instructors shares her love of learning. See links to workshops with Elizabeth and some of the artists she has chosen to study with following the article.…
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…
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…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for June 5 — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth invites you to the 9th Annual Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, June 5, 2019 Connections Spotlight Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth invites you to the 9th Annual Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair Dear Fellow Early Childhood Community Member: In celebration of young…
Sedona Arts Center update for June 5 — New Exhibitions, Call to Artists, Special events. Plus, visit Sedona Arts Center on Friday, June 7 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 June 7, from 5 to 8pm Visit Sedona Arts Center this June and indulge in the creative wonders of featured artists Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako…
CCC seeks nominations for Distinguished Service Award 2019
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College is seeking nominations for its prestigious Distinguished Service Award. The award recognizes outstanding service, leadership and support to the College and to the educational enrichment of Coconino County. Nominees must be a resident of Coconino County…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for June 5 — Coconino County Board of Supervisors donates Computer Center to Western Navajo Veterans Administration
Click here for the entire e-newsletter June 4, 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!…
City of Flagstaff names Jared Tolman as Library Director
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff has named Jared Tolman as the new Library Director. Tolman and several other applicants participated in a recruitment process that included an extensive in-person interview process with internal and external stakeholders, as well as a…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for June 3 — Have a Fun & Safe Summer
“LIKE” us on Facebook Have a great summer, everyone! SMS PTO Key Links: SMS School Website School Apparel Store Amazon Smile FUSD Newsletter Tutoring and Club Schedule Free and Reduced Meals Arizona Tax Credit Donations
June 26 — Truth in Taxation hearing set to be held in Flagstaff
COCONINO COUNTY — 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…
Coconino County African American Advisory Council, Southside Community Association to present annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 15
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County African American Advisory Council (AAAC) and the Southside Community Association are proud to present the annual Juneteenth celebration. The event will be from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 15 at the Murdoch Community…
Through July 25 — Coconino Community College announces seven art workshops
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College has announced the following art workshops for this summer: Introduction to Figure Drawing Jeff Roth June 3-13 Mondays- Thursdays 9 am -12 pm $325 Learning the essential figure drawing techniques and human anatomy to create…
LAUNCH Flagstaff update for May 31 — Initial Investment for Preschool Expansion Secured
Click here for the entire e-newsletter THREE STEPS FORWARD Initial Investment for Preschool Expansion Secured This month the City of Flagstaff pledged an initial investment in the Flagstaff preschool expansion three-year pilot project, as part of their budget allocation…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for May 31 — Please help – KinderCamp Supply Drive
Click here for the entire e-newsletter KinderCamp™ – the one-month “boot camp” that ensures that every child is academically, emotionally and socially ready for kindergarten – begins next week in Flagstaff. These classrooms of eager young learners at Thomas,…
KNAU update for May 31 — US Officials to Put Off Oil Leases Near Sacred Tribal Land
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – May 31st, 2019 Poetry Friday: One Language, One Person A few weeks ago, KNAU’s Poetry Friday segment highlighted the work of the late Flagstaff poet, Jim Simmerman, and the annual poetry…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 31 — New Workshops Added! Summer Sale! 10% off all these new workshops when you pay in full!
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Summer Sale! ALL WORKSHOPS ARE ON SALE! 10% OFF THROUGH JUNE 14 ONLY! Coupon applies to new registrations that elect to pay in full at the time of registration. To take advantage of…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for May 30 — Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival presents, “Much Ado About Nothing,” at the Museum of Northern Arizona
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…
ADOT update for May 30 — State Route 89A FULL overnight closures north of Sedona scheduled June 9-11; daytime lane restrictions scheduled for June 13
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Three overnight closures required for drainage work Drivers who use State Route 89A between Sedona and Flagstaff are advised to plan for travel delays as crews remove rocks and fallen trees, improve drainage through the switchbacks, and…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for May 29 — Supervisor Lena Fowler Named Gates Fellow
Click here for the entire e-newsletter May 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!…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 29 — Starting Soon — Check out these upcoming Art Classes and Workshops!
Click here for the entire e-newsletter UPCOMING CLASSES & CRASH COURSES Vince Fazio Drawing Crash Course June 4 – 13, 2019 Vince Fazio offers you the chance to take an intensive course that provides all the tools you need…
Museum of Northern Arizona update for May 29 — Summer events at MNA
We’re seeing signs of summer at MNA. Thirsty Thursdays start this week, our favorite family date night. The big tent is also going up, getting ready for Shakespeare performances this weekend and the Gala on June 22. The Discovery Camp…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for May 27 — Make Up Exams June 3
“LIKE” us on Facebook As always, if you have any questions feel free to email us at smsmustangspto@gmail.com and we’ll try to get back to you as soon as we can! Have a great week! SMS PTO This week’s newsletter…
Flagstaff Miniumum Wage
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…
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…
CHAC joins other groups in honoring veterans during 2019 Armed Forces Day Parade
Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 AmigosNAZ FLAGSTAFF — Riding in a couple of classic cars, members of the Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) were honored during the 2019 Armed Forces Day Parade, held Saturday, May 18 in downtown…
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 Coalition for Children & Youth update for May 22 — High school students earn scholarships from Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s Williams Child Abuse Prevention Council
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Connections Spotlight High school students earn scholarships from Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s Williams Child Abuse Prevention Council WILLIAMS — Isabel Cristina Ortiz Salazar believes anyone suffering…
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…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for May 22 — Memorial Day weekend events. Find all your recreation, music and art 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…
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’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!…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for May 20 — 8th Grade Promotion, Potluck & Dance
“LIKE” us on Facebook As always, if you have any questions feel free to email us at smsmustangspto@gmail.com and we’ll try to get back to you as soon as we can! Have a great week! SMS PTO This week’s newsletter…
Flagstaff High School celebrates 2019 Hispanic Convocation
Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 www.AmigosNAZ.com FLAGSTAFF — The stage was crowded from one side to the other with students wearing colorful sarape sashes during the annual Hispanic Convocation held May 16, 2019 in the Hurley Theatre at…
Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) named Honor Division for 2019 Armed Forces Day Parade on May 18
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will be the Honor Division for 2019 Armed Forces Day Parade that will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 18 in downtown Flagstaff. CHAC was established in 2001 by the…
Flagstaff Community — Firefighter Mark A Sanchez Memorial Blood Drive set for May 21-24
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Community — Firefighter Mark A Sanchez Memorial Blood Drive will be held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21; 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 22; 6 p.m. Thursday, May 23; and from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, May…
AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection update for May 17 — Playwright James Garcia: “American Dreamer – Raul H Castro”
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…
KNAU update for May 17 — Navajo Communities Give a Voice to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – May 10th, 2019 Navajo Communities Give a Voice to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Gov. Doug Ducey this week signed a bill to commission a task force to…
Museum of Northern Arizona update for May 17 — May events at MNA
The summer festival season begins on Memorial Day Weekend with a celebration of Zuni culture, and this year the summer festivals will include tours of the Easton Collection Center and garden workshops, in addition to traditional music and dance performances…