Category: Local

June 23 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection to focus on ‘Diabetes: Types, Causes, Treatments’

Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be: ‘Diabetes: Types, Causes, Treatments’ Ad on Facebook Ad on YouTube Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher, all under AARP Arizona…

June 27 — Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council meeting to be held in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Tri-Diversity Councils will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 14 at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff. Download agendas, minutes HERE The councils include: The African American Advisory Council The Coconino Hispanic Advisory…

Through June 28 — Office of Labor Standards hosting community trainings in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff’s Office of Labor Standards will be hosting community trainings on minimum wage standards. Trainings will focus on tipped employee regulations or records retention as it pertains to the Flagstaff minimum wage law. Trainings will be…

County parks hosts National Trails Day on June 2

COCONINO COUNTY — Join volunteers at Fort Tuthill County Park for trail work Coconino County Parks and Recreation is hosting National Trails Day, where volunteers will help expand the Fort Tuthill Trail System. Volunteer work begins at 8:30 a.m. and concludes…

Through July 31 — Next 12-week Basic Business Empowerment class to be held in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Community Services’ (CCCS) 12-week (36-hour) Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) training is offered for Coconino County residents 18-years of age and older.  Its purpose is to assist those who want to start, improve, and/or expand a micro-business — five or fewer…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 30

A BIG thank you to everyone who helped make the teacher luncheon a big success: Thank you volunteers! Billie McGraw, Karen Flores, Northern Arizona Heroes Club, Vonessa Merrill, Angie Napier, Jackie Fisk-Glazer, Jenn Kolodinsky, Mr. Hensley, Candyce Martinez Thank you food providers!…

NAU update for April 27

Click here for the latest NAU news   Friday, April 27 NAU zooarchaeologist studies animal-human interaction from American West to Central America (VIDEO) Anthropology lecturer Chrissina Burke studies animal bones found at archaeological sites to study the relationships between animals and…

Retiring CCC professors receive emeritus status

FLAGSTAFF — Two retiring professors at Coconino Community College, with nearly 50 years of service to the College, received the honor of Professor Emeritus Monday. Monica Baker and David Bowman were honored with plaques during the April 23 meeting of the…

KNAU update for April 27

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for April 26

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth April 26, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April — Page Public Library announces…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 26

Click here for more information In This Issue Seeking Volunteers for F3 Candidate Forum Donate Now Seeking Volunteers for F3 Candidate Forum Yes, we are at it again!  We are planning for our 2018 Flagstaff City Council and Mayoral Forum and…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for April 26

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 storefronts,…

Arizona Teacher’s Walk-out: LAUNCH Flagstaff Issues Statement for World-Class Education Funding. See related stories here

FLAGSTAFF — The mission of LAUNCH Flagstaff is to advance world-class education for every child in Flagstaff from cradle through their career. We accept our shared responsibility in reaching this goal. The following partners of LAUNCH Flagstaff support our children by…

Jay Smith named County Forest Restoration Director

COCONINO COUNTY — Interim County Manager James Jayne has announced the appointment of Jay Smith as the Coconino County Forest Restoration Director. The Board of Supervisors approved the appointment on April 24. The Forest Restoration Director will look at both…

County tests Emergency Notification System

In preparation for wildfire season, Coconino County Emergency Management will be conducting a test of the emergency notification system between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 28. During the test, residents should receive a test message that will…

City of Flagstaff enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff will enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions effective April 27, 2018 at 8 a.m. Stage One restrictions include the following: No permits are issued for open burning within the city. Use of charcoal barbecue grills…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 24

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   April 24, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Understanding and Influencing the Social Determinants of Health Workshop Afterschool STEM Grants Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona Launches New Camp Program Meet…

NEW Nonstop service to Flagstaff/Grand Canyon, Arizona (FLG)

FLAGSTAFF — American Airlines adds seasonal nonstop service to Flagstaff Airport beginning May 2018. Starting May 5, 2018 American Airlines will fly a 70-seat jet aircraft from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) into Flagstaff every Saturday.  The aircraft will include a…

Sedona Arts Center update for April 22

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Friday, Saturday and  Sunday an exciting self-guided tour is free and is open to the public. Roam through artists studios from 10 AM -5 PM Friday and Saturday and from Noon –…

NAU update for April 20

Click here for the latest NAU news Friday, April 20 NAU Class of 2018 President’s Prize, Gold Axe, Distinguished Senior winners honored for their service, dedication President Rita Cheng highlighted the students’ passion and commitment to their education and community at…

KNAU update for April 20

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for April 19

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth April 19, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April — Page Public Library announces…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for April 18

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Thanks to all of you who joined us recently for our Annual Meeting and Recognition event. We celebrated that this year’s campaign has netted more than $1.3 million so far. (If you haven’t…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for April 18

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…

County enacts Stage 1 fire restrictions below the Mogollon Rim

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors enacted the Wildfire Defense Ordinance Stage 1 fire restrictions, for Coconino County, below the Mogollon Rim, during the regular board meeting Tuesday night. Restrictions go into effect Friday, April 20 and…

City of Flagstaff notified of cancellation of Greentree hotel airport development

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff was notified by Greentree Hospitality Group, Inc. that they are cancelling the Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) for 32 acres of Highway Commercial property at the corner of Pulliam Drive and John Wesley Powell Boulevard. The…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 17

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   April 17, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona Launches New Camp Program 5th Annual Killip Kindness Run Afterschool STEM Grants Foster Youth Education Liaison Job…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 16. ‘F3 Needs YOU at Council on Tuesday!’

Click here for more information In This Issue We Need YOU at Council Tomorrow Night! Attainable Workforce Housing Bond Moves Forward to 2018 Ballot! Donate Now We Need YOU at Council Tomorrow Night! A message from Sandra Lubarsky  Keep Flagstaff Together This…

Arizona approved to build Veteran Home in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) State Home Construction Grant Program has approved funding for the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services to build a new Arizona State Veteran Home in Flagstaff. The Flagstaff facility will contain 80…

Coconino County, region celebrates expanded ‘Week of the Young Child’ now through April 30

Coconino County and the region celebrates an expanded “Week of the Young Child” with a variety of early child events. The Week of the Young Child™ is an annual celebration initiated by the National Association for the Education of Young…

NAU update for April 13

Click here for the latest NAU news   Friday, April 13 President Cheng issues statement on recent DACA ruling by the Arizona Supreme Court “Like many of our faculty, staff and students, I am concerned this recent ruling prevents DACA students…

Flagstaff Mayor’s Water Challenge

FLAGSTAFF — Mayor Coral Evans is asking YOU to take the pledge to conserve water at MyWaterPledge.com. Last year Flagstaff WON the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. Help us defend our title and celebrate Water Awareness month at mywaterpledge.com More Water Awareness Month…

KNAU update for April 13

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CCC scholarship recipient has passion for business

FLAGSTAFF — He’s a two-time cancer survivor, and his mother has survived her own bout with cancer. That’s why Coconino Community College student Paul Bearchell, who is also in the CCC2NAU program, isn’t wasting any time working toward his associate degree…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for April12

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth April 12, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April — Page Public Library announces…

Sedona Art Center update for April 12

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Reception Friday, April 13 from 5:00 – 7:30pm As part of its 60th Anniversary celebrations the Arts Center presents an exhibition tribute to Sedona’s Legacy Artists with a show of portraits painted, carved…

Celebrate Spring in Flagstaff with Flagstaff 365 Happenings update of April 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 storefronts,…

Reminder of City of Flagstaff ordinance banning texting while driving and biking

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff and Flagstaff Police Department want to remind the community of City Ordinance 9-01-001-0013 that was approved in July 2014 and prohibits texting or typing while driving a car or riding a bike. Ordinance 9-01-001-0013…

Coconino County Jail District Board of Directors desire federal judicial decision. See related stories

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Jail District Board of Directors are named defendants in a pending suit filed by Guillermo Tenorio-Serrano. The Board of Directors view this case as an opportunity to seek a ruling on whether 4th and 14th Amendments of the U.S…

County urges people to sign up for emergency notifications

FLAGSTAFF — Following the Copley Fire, which occurred April 8, County officials are encouraging all residents to sign-up to receive emergency notifications at coconino.az.gov/ready. Emergency Notifications have proven to save lives. The fire started in the area of North Copley Dr.,…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 10

Click here for the entire e-newsletter April 10, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – ASIST STEAM Second Saturday: Amazing Arthropods Page Public Library Children’s Event Calendar Teacher Salary Webinar Afterschool STEM Grants Week…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 9

Click here for more information In This Issue The City of Flagstaff Climate Team Has New Information and Events Attainable Housing on the Agenda Tomorrow! The Bail and Bond Fund “Red for Ed” Petition Seeks Support for Local Teachers Meet Our New…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 9

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   ATTENTION PARENTS!!! We need a PTO Treasurer and a President for the upcoming 2018-2019 School Year. Please email smsmustangspto@gmail.com if interested. **No School April 23rd and 24th** April 25th we need help stuffing envelopes 8am-10am in…

KNAU update for April 6

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NAU update for April 6

Click here for the latest KNAU news   Friday, April 6 NAU makes history with three students chosen as Goldwater Scholars Biology students Austin Dikeman and Shelby Hutton and mechanical engineering student Dan Rivera were among the 211 students nationwide selected…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for April 5

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth April 5, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April — Page Public Library announces upcoming…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 3

Click here for more information     In This Issue It’s time for attainable housing in Flagstaff! Arizona Gives Day is TODAY – help us keep working for Flagstaff!  Donate Now  Attainable Housing will be on the Council Agenda on April 10th!…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 3

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   April 3, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News April Events for Flagstaff Library Field of Hope Child Care Basics for Youth 5th Annual Killip Kindness Run FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 2

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Fundraiser, mark your calendars for April 5th and May 3rd 5-8pm Lots of fun, come spin the prize wheel and support Sinagua (4th st)      if you are interested in following: fusd newletter ~ here is link: www.fusd1.org/domain/1819…