Category: Local

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 19

Click here for the latest newsletter.     In This Issue Get Involved Tory’s Going-Away Party & F3 Annual Meeting, May 20 The Hub Hearing in Superior Court, April 21 Social Justice Committee meeting CANCELED for April Invasive Weed Removal at…

Ceremonies abound in early May at CCC

FLAGSTAFF — As April zooms past, Coconino Community College is gearing up for the busiest time of the spring semester. The month of May is when the spring semester wraps up and CCC hosts three ceremonies to recognize its students…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 18

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair Beauty and the Beast –…

Coconino County Teacher of the Year finalists announced

The office of the Coconino County Superintendent of Schools has announced the 2017 Teacher of the Year finalists. “The three Teacher of the Year finalists are Angela Buzan of Coconino High School, Jillian Worssam of Sinagua Middle School, and Sara…

NAU update for April 14

NAU nursing students save lives in Guatemala Assistant clinical professor Dorothy Dunn and her cohort of students have been traveling to Santa Maria de Jesús since 2013, where upwards of 500 people flock each year in hopes of receiving treatment.…

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…

City of Flagstaff reports on draft agenda for Flagstaff City Council meeting on April 18. Please note location change

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for upcoming Flagstaff City Council meeting. Please note, meeting location has been changed to Coconino County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff.   April 18, 2017 City…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for April 13

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents 2017 Summer Youth Camps CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April, Page Public Library announces upcoming events April, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events April 28, Deadline…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for April 11

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Scenic Chairlift Rides at Arizona Snowbowl Finding Dory Family Movie…

Flagstaff Unified School District seeking Governing Board applicants

Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Risha VanderWey is seeking applicants for appointment to the Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board. Effective April 12, one seat will become vacant due to the resignation of Kim Khatibi. Applicants must be Arizona registered…

Community leader, students and local ‘Rosie the Riveters’ honored at Third Annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Celebration

  FLAGSTAFF — Elected officials and members of the the public attended in record numbers to honor a community leader, students and local “Rosie the Riveters” during the Third Annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast presented by the Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council…

City of Flagstaff reports on agenda for Flagstaff City Council work session on April 11. Please note location change

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for upcoming Flagstaff City Council meeting. Please note, meeting location has been changed to Coconino County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff.   April 11, 2017 City…

Coconino County launches updated website

Coconino County updated its website, www.coconino.az.gov, this week. The new site kept the same information and functionality users appreciated from the previous site while upgrading the look, feel and mobile accessibility. At the direction of the Board of Supervisors, the…

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…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for April 6

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates March, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events March, Tuba City Public Library announces…

NAU update for April 6

Click here for NAU NEWS   NAU researcher leads effort to quantify economic value of biodiversity Ecologist Bruce Hungate’s team created a model that lays out how much money society saves through diverse ecosystems that provide clean air and water along…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 4

Click here for the latest newsletter.   In This Issue Support F3’s Social Justice Work on Arizona Gives Day Tomorrow, 4/4 Get Involved Nominations Being Accepted for F3 Social Justice Advocate Award Join the Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation

City of Flagstaff reports on agenda for Flagstaff City Council meeting on April 4. Please note location change

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for upcoming Flagstaff City Council meeting. Please note, meeting location has been changed to Coconino County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff.   April 4, 2017  City…

April 12 — Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee to hold quarterly community meeting

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee will hold its next quarterly public meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 12 at The Flagstaff Aquaplex, 1702 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff. Marianne Sullivan, Senior Assistant City Attorney with the Flagstaff City Attorney’s Office,…

Sunnyside Market of Dreams to present next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ on April 26

FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños will present its next ‘Farm Fresh Produce’ event from 2 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 26 at 2304 N. 3rd St., Flagstaff. The market is partnering with the Church for the Nations — Flagstaff…

April 14 — Robert Neustadt to present ‘Sabbatical Talk — Border Voices / Voces fronterizas’

FLAGSTAFF — Robert Neustadt, professor of Spanish and Director of NAU Latin American Studies, will present the “Sabbatical Talk — Border Voices / Voces fronterizas” at 4 p.m. Friday, April 14 at LA-136. The play is in English with some phrases…

April 15 — FALA’s 20th Anniversary Fundraiser Extravaganza: Good Time, Great Cause

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Arts and Leadership Academy hosts FALA’s 20th Anniversary Fundraiser Extravaganza on April 15th from 6-9pm at Coconino Center for the Arts, 2300 N. Fort Valley Road. Tickets are $25 and are available through the FALA office or…

Public invited to take bike, bus surveys

City of Flagstaff:    If a bike share system were to be implemented, where would you like to see the bike share hubs*? Please suggest up to 5 potential bike share hub locations by placing pins on the following map. While you…

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.…

FUSD has hired a new Human Resources Director

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board unanimously approved the employment contract for Dawn Anderson as the FUSD Human Resources Director.  Her employment will begin April 17, 2017. Ms. Anderson brings over 15 years of experience in the…

NAU update for March 30

Click here for NAU NEWS Past successes, future possibilities the focus at NAU campus forum President Cheng talked about the university’s success and the goals she and her administration have laid out for the future in front of faculty, staff…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for March 28

Click here for the latest newsletter.   In This Issue Take Action Comment on the Regional Transportation Plan Draft (deadline tomorrow, 3/28) Support F3 on Arizona Gives Day! Schedule Your Donation Today Get Informed Council Votes to Amend Prop 414

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for March 28

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Foster Parent Orientation Full STEAM Ahead! Diabetes Gourmet Tasting and…

NAU update for March 24

    NAU becomes international leader in STEM education The Center for Science Teaching and Learning hosted its first international visitors—with hopes of expanding STEM curriculum world-wide. NAU study finds drought-quenching bacteria protect plants from climate stress The study, led…

Recycling Comes to Downtown Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Have you ever wished you could recycle while out and about in downtown Flagstaff? Well, now you can! The City of Flagstaff has begun installing new recycling and trash bins throughout downtown. Over the next month the City will…

KNAU update for March 24

Current News Stories   Thank You For Your Amazing Support Of Public Media! Thank you for helping make our Spring Pledge Drive Lite a success!!! You showed us that KNAU and Public Radio matter to YOU! You can still show your…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 23

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates March, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events March, Tuba City Public Library announces…

State-of-the-art child mannequin helps CCC students learn

FLAGSTAFF — A new simulator mannequin has joined the Coconino Community College team to help students in the health professions get important hands-on training. The mannequin, a pediatric version of Trauma HAL nicknamed “Little Johnnie,” blinks his eyes, talks and…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for March 21

COCONINO COUNTY— Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Magician Eric Giliam Finding Dory – Family Movie Night Scenic…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for March 21

Click here for the latest newsletter.   In This Issue Get Informed Tonight: Final Vote on Prop 414 Amendment (3/21) Tonight: Rezoning Schultz Creek Trailhead as Open Space Get Involved: Social Justice Committee Meeting this Thursday 3/23 Mary Sojourner Reading to Benefit…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for March 20

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Welcome Back Sinagua Families!!!!! If you have things you would like to add to the newsletter, please e-mail us at smsmustangspto@gmail.com. Next Popems with Popham March 24th…

As Arizonans Move Their Money to Local Banks, Local Market Share of Deposits Rises by Nearly 25%

FLAGSTAFF — There is a new mantra in money management, and it’s “Move Your Money.” Arizona businesses and individuals are joining the trend in transferring their savings and financing to locally headquartered banks and institutions that are rooted in the…

KNAU update for March 17

Current News Stories Tell Congress KNAU Matters to You! The President’s FY 18 budget proposes eliminating federal funding for public media. KNAU relies on this essential federal seed money to provide you with the highest quality noncommercial programming and community…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 16

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates March, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events March, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events March, Tuba City Public Library announces…

Community leader, students and local ‘Rosie the Riveters’ to be honored at Third Annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Celebration in Flagstaff on March 31

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will present its Third Annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Friday, March 31, at American Legion Post 3, 204 W. Birch Ave., Flagstaff. The event will…

April 2 — State Budget hearing concerning education, children to be held in Flagstaff

State Budget Town Hall and Budget hearings concerning education, children to be held March 25 and April 2 in Flagstaff. Arizona Schools Now is hosting a community budget hearing to let everyday Arizonans weigh in on education funding at 1:30 p.m.…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 30

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates April, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events April, Page Public Library announces upcoming events April, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events April 2 — State Budget hearing concerning…

March 30 — County Supervisor hosts “Grappling with Gridlock” Community Forum

COCONINO COUNTY — “Grappling with Gridlock,” from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday, March 30, 2017 at the Museum of Northern Arizona’s Branigar-Chase Auditorium. Participation is limited to the first 100 people who register online at https://gridlock.eventbrite.com. Doors open at 5:30…

March 31 — Time to RSVP for Third Annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Celebration in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will present its third annual César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Friday, March 31, at American Legion Post 3, 204 W. Birch Ave., Flagstaff. The event…