Category: Local

KNAU update for Sept. 30

PLEDGE DRIVE LITE ON NOW! Support the programs you love and Arizona Public Radio by going online to KNAU.org and donating now or by becoming a monthly sustaining member. We are at $116,000 of our $175,000 goal with one week left. Once we hit…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Sept. 29

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

City of Flagstaff seeking nominations for City Manager’s employee Excellence Awards

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff is accepting nominations for the City Manager’s Excellence Awards until Oct. 1, 2016. While every employee strives to provide high-quality customer service, there are some employees who exceed the expectation in service delivery and customer…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 27

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Sci Fest: Picking up STEAM: September 29th Healthy Living Workshop: September 30th Saturday Studio for Kids Starting…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Oct. 27

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

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 26

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings! The volleyball schedule is out!  Click here to see. Stay updated about Cross Country events at the website. Here is the Flagstaff Library September Calendar of events.…

NAU to present ‘Border Instrument Sounds’ on Oct. 27

FLAGSTAFF — The sound of immigration resonates in instruments made from items found at U.S. and Mexico borderlands by Mexican sound sculptor and composer Guillermo Galindo. Galindo will demonstrate the instruments and perform an original composition during the Sonic Border Horizons Concert Series…

Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ now available throughout the region

The Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ is now available in a number of locations throughout Northern Arizona. Please see our list of growing distribution locations below. Also, send an email to fmoraga@amigosnaz.com if you wish to become a distribution…

First Things First: Incorporate Art into STEM education at an early age

(CCC&Y Reminder: Flagstaff Festival of Science Begins Sept. 23) By Cynthia Pardo, First Things First Photo courtesy of First Things First Toddlers and preschoolers learn naturally by exploring and experimenting.  What appears to adults as play is really forming and…

KNAU update for Sept. 23

PLEDGE DRIVE LITE ON NOW! You can support the programs you love and Arizona Public Radio by going online to KNAU.org and donating now or becoming a monthly sustaining member and help us reach our goal of $175,000 by October 7th. For…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Sept. 22

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

NAU update for Sept. 21

NAU supports Achieve60AZ initiative to advance education across the state Phoenix Suns return to NAU for 20th anniversary training camp President Cheng discusses innovation in education during CETYS anniversary seminar NAU named top institution by Times Higher Education Regents to…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 20

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Healthy Living Workshop: September 30th 3rd Annual Star Party: September 22nd-24th Camp Mourning Star Saturday Studio for…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 20

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Gala Tickets for Sale! Buy in Advance and Save Support a Council Discussion of Transect Zoning at Tonight’s Meeting (Tues, 9/20) Only Five Days Left to Get Your Greater Buffalo Park T-Shirt! Thank You to…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 19

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings! The volleyball schedule is out!  Click here to see . Stay updated about Cross Country events at the website. Here is the Flagstaff Library September Calendar…

City of Flagstaff reports on City Council final agenda for meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 20. More City of Flagstaff news here

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for next City Council work session at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20 Click here for the final work session agenda. Other City of Flagstaff news: Nominate Someone Today for the City Manager…

In the News: FALA Volunteer Corps

FALA Volunteer Corps |  Our Mission Our group is new, and as such, most of our followers haven’t gotten an opportunity to learn WHY we exist.  In short, we love community and the arts, and believe in this school! Our…

KNAU update for Sept. 16

PLEDGE DRIVE LITE BEGINS TODAY! You can support the programs you love and Arizona Public Radio by going online to KNAU.org and donating now or becoming a monthly sustaining member and help us reach our goal of $175,000 by October 7th. For…

NAU update for Sept. 16

Engineering program earns top 50 spot in ‘U.S. News’ rankings NAU’s International Pavilion recognized for environmental excellence Governor Ducey proclaims Arizona GEAR UP Week Nominations sought for President’s Distinguished Teaching Fellows Award Spotlight: President Cheng • Harun Mehmedinovic • Northern Arizona University

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Sept. 15

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

Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Sept.14

Click here for Coconino County Job Opportunities as of Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2016 You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then…

Flowtography® Partnership with Salt River Project Allows Flagstaff to Capture Watershed Changes on Camera for the First Time

FLAGSTAFF — In Flagstaff, our water supplies are integrally linked to forest conditions. Healthy forests support healthy watersheds and allow our reservoir and aquifers to be “recharged” through rainfall and snowmelt. The City’s Utilities Division understands the importance of the forest–watershed…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 13

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter CCC&Y names new executive director Catholic Charities: Financial Foundation Workshop – Tomorrow! Cornucopia Fall Festival 3rd Annual…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 13

Click here to see the latest newsletter. New Date: Llama Hike this Sunday, 9/18, 1-3 pm Who Should Pay for the Lone Tree Traffic Interchange? Council to Discuss Tonight Get Your Greater Buffalo Park T-Shirt Today! F3 Annual Gala Tickets Now Available…

NAU President Emeritus Dr. Eugene Hughes receives CCC Distinguished Service Award

FLAGSTAFF — Northern Arizona University President Emeritus Dr. Eugene Hughes has been selected as the 2016 recipient of the prestigious Distinguished Service Award at Coconino Community College. Dr. Hughes was selected for his outstanding contribution to the mission of Coconino Community…

Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee to hold public meeting at Flagstaff High School on Sept. 14

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee will hold its next quarterly public meeting from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14 at Flagstaff High School, 400 W. Elm Ave., Flagstaff. Receive feedback from the Flagstaff Police Department on citizen…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 12

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings!  The cross country meet schedule is available here.  Volleyball and boys soccer practice will continue all week. Congratulations to the students of the month-Angela Cortes, Colin Tapia…

Flag Tech Talk to present: ‘LinkedIn Tips & Tricks’ on Sept. 21

FLAGSTAFF —  Flag Tech Talk will present a discussion on “LinkedIn Tips & Tricks” at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21 at Bookmans, Flagstaff. Presented by Joe Bodin of Reliable Web Designs. Are you taking advantage of the top professional social media network?  LinkedIn has a wealth…

KNAU update for Sept. 9

Brain Food: DNA “Fingerprint” Of Deadly Soviet Anthrax Earth Notes: The Slide Rock Orchard’s Family Legacy Newly Discovered Solar System Objects Point to ‘Planet Nine’ Judge’s Order Halts Construction On Part Of North Dakota Pipeline TGen North Develops Screening Test…

NAU update for Sept. 8

$3 million grant to support first detailed map of the nation’s food, energy and water systems NAU’s ITEP provides training for a brighter, cleaner Navajo future Navigating the new pedways on campus Get artistic at NAU’s Wall Draw XII Photography…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Sept. 8

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

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 6

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Learn Where F3 Stands on Local Ballot Measures Join Us for the Annual F3 Llama Hike on Sept. 17 Update on Regional Plan Amendments Neighborhood Liaison Position Filled  Do You Know About Our Zero Waste…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 5

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Pathways Youth Program Through the Eyes of a Child Luncheon in October Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 5

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings!  Interested in participating in a focus group for St. Mary’s Food Bank?  Participate and Receive a $20 gift card We are collecting Box Tops again.  Please…

Gina Santi Photography Images of the Month – September 2016

The Navajos (in Navajo language, Diné or Naabeehó), the second largest federally recognized tribe in the United States with 300,460 enrolled tribal members as of 2015, are Native American peoples that moved into the country’s southwestern area from the Subarctic about…

KNAU update for Sept. 2

NAU Archaeologist Jaime Awe Describes ‘Unbelievable’ Find in Belize Earth Notes: The Birdseye Expedition NAU Scientist: Mysterious Mars Streaks Aren’t Liquid Water Brain Food: First All-Electric Raft Launches On Colorado River Georgetown Will Offer An Edge In Admissions To Descendants…

NAU update for Sept. 1

NAU recognized for excellence in diversity Researcher sparks new debate with findings showing little, if any, present-day water on Mars New research suggests global warming began decades earlier NAU welcomes largest class of international students NAU annual security report available…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Sept. 1

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

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 30

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Council to Discuss Proposed Regional Plan Amendments Tomorrow (8/30) Interested in Joining the Daily Sun‘s Editorial Board? Share Our Voting Video! F3 Annual Gala Tickets Now Available – Get Yours Today!

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 30

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Back to School Night ~ August 30th Live2Lead: October 7th New Information for the TLC Support Group…

City and Northern Arizona University Announce Neighborhood Liaison

FLAGSTAFF — After a competitive national recruitment, the City of Flagstaff and Northern Arizona University have selected Karissa Morgan as the Assistant Director for Off Campus Life and Community Liaison Programs.  Karissa currently works for Arizona State University as a Senior…

Mountain Line, CCC partner in free bus pass program

FLAGSTAFF — The Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (NAIPTA) and Coconino Community College (CCC) boards of directors have entered into a one-year agreement to provide Mountain Line transit passes to all CCC students and employees. This pilot program, which…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Aug. 29

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings!  Cross country practice continues all week and volleyball make up skills will be Monday after school.  Fit kids also runs every day after school except for…

Registration is now open for Oct. 6 Transition & Seasonal Job Fair at Coconino Community College!

Registration is now open for Oct. 6 Transition & Seasonal Job Fair at Coconino Community College! CCC Community Transition & Seasonal Job Fair Thursday, October 6th, 2016 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Lone Tree Campus Commons Area Employers/Vendors are welcome…

Coconino County Health District warns against mosquito-borne illnesses

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is reminding residents and visitors to Northern Arizona to take precautions to protect themselves from mosquito-borne illnesses. The abundance of rain during monsoon season has increased mosquito activity. The CCPHSD Environmental…

City of Flagstaff reports on City Council final agenda for meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 30. More City of Flagstaff news here

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for next City Council work session at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30 Click here for the final work session agenda. Click here for the final Special Meeting (Executive Session) at 4 p.m., Tuesday,…

KNAU update for Aug. 26

Minimum Wage Initiative Qualifies For Ballot Earth Notes: The White Mountains’ Jaguar 13 Ex-Navajo Nation Lawmakers Scheduled To Be Sentenced NAU Team Finds Endangered Jumping Mouse in Arizona and New Mexico Bald Eagle Population In Arizona On The Upswing Discounts…

Welcome Back Critical Mass Flash Mob Dance Party on NAU’s Campus to be held Sept. 1

FLAGSTAFF — Join the Shimoni Campaign for City Council on Thursday September 1st for a welcome back to school Critical Mass, Flash Mob, Dance Party on Campus! We will welcome the students back with a fun bicycle ride around campus ending outside…

Four days of fun at the Coconino County Fair. Fito Olivares to perform Sept. 4

FLAGSTAFF – Experience four days of fun at the annual Coconino County Fair this Labor Day weekend. Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff, AZ will again host the Fair featuring live entertainment, exhibits, livestock shows and auction, carnival rides, interactive activities…

Flagstaff Mayor Nabours Elected GAMA Chair

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Mayor Jerry Nabours has been elected chair of the Greater Arizona Mayors Association (GAMA.) GAMA consists of 17 cities north of Phoenix from Holbrook to Lake Havasu City and includes Verde Valley, Prescott and Page. The stated…

NAU update for Aug. 25

NAU welcomes new and returning Lumberjacks New NAU visitor center opens in Prescott Valley Autopsies reveal new information about the Sverdlovsk anthrax accident Construction continues on north campus pedway, phase one complete Reminder: NAU is now tobacco-free Spotlight: Jut Wynne • Brandon…

CHAC to present 2016 College & Career Resource Fair at Killip Elementary School on Oct. 1

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will present its second annual College & Career Resource Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 at Killip Elementary School, 2300 E. 6th Ave., Flagstaff. The fair, open…