Category: Local

Coffee with District 4 Supervisor Mandy Metzger at Continental Country Club on Sept. 12

FLAGSTAFF — On Monday, September 12, 7:30 – 9:00 A.M., Mandy will be holding coffee for you at the Club House in Continental Country Club – 2nd floor Ponderosa meeting room. Mandy’s guest will be LTC (ret) Andrew Griffin, Administrator at…

Sunnyside Neighborhood Association announces 14th annual ‘La Joya de Sunnyside Fiesta de Independencia’ on Sept. 18

FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association Inc. has announced  14th annual “La Joya de Sunnyside Fiesta de Independencia” from noon to 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18 at the Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños, 2532 E. 7th Ave.,…

KNAU update for Aug. 12

Flagstaff Demonstrators Protest Police Violence Against Native Americans NASA Says Methane ‘Hot Spot’ Caused by Natural Gas Production Corporation Commission Rejects Probe Of Outside Influence Arizona Mayor Refuses Invite Written In English And Spanish Kaibab Officials Seeking Public Comments on…

Candidate Accountability Session to be held in Flagstaff on Sept. 12

FLAGSTAFF — A “Candidate Accountability Session” will be held at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12 at the Cline Library at Northern Arizona University. The event will be presented by the Northern Arizona Interfaith Council, Northern Arizona Institutions for Community Leadership,…

City of Flagstaff reports on City Council final agenda for meeting on Tuesday, Aug.16. More City of Flagstaff news here

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for next City Council meeting at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16 Click here for the final agenda. Other City of Flagstaff news: Sign Code Revisions

NAU update for Aug. 11

Northern Arizona University update for Aug. 11: Agreement strengthens NAU ties with Tohono O’odham Nation NAU ranked No. 1 in the nation for social media engagement in higher education Unlocking the mysteries of plant root function, from Alaska to South…

Supervisors approve funding for local food bank

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors approved $10,000 in Community Grant funding for St. Mary’s Food Bank in Flagstaff. St. Mary’s Food Bank will use the funds to provide food for people in need of assistance. $10,000 will…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Aug. 11

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates August, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events August, Page Public Library announces upcoming events August, Tuba City Library announces upcoming events August 5-7, Flagstaff Teacher Supply Drive to be held…

Governor and County work to promote child safety

Office of Highway Safety partners with Public Health Services District Injury Prevention Program on child passenger safety FLAGSTAFF – Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) Injury Prevention Program has enjoyed a successful partnership with the Arizona Governor’s Office of…

AmigosNAZ to publish Hispanic Heritage Month Special Edition

  FLAGSTAFF — AmigosNAZ is accepting advertising orders and local community news for its Hispanic Heritage Month Special Edition. While many think of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 through Oct. 15) as a time to attend cultural celebrations, it is also…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 9

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 9 Click here to see the latest newsletter 2016 Voting Records Coming Soon Preparing your child for kindergarten success starts early Family Game Day Thunder…

Flagstaff STEM City guest blog — Upward Bound at NAU

STEM City Stories Guest Blog by Karin Wadsack, Project Director, Northern Arizona University Northern Arizona University’s Dynamic and Active Systems Lab (DASL) in the department of mechanical engineering partnered with the NAU Upward Bound summer program to engage high school students in university…

CCC ITV classes at Fredonia library

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College Interactive Television classes are now available at the Fredonia Public Library. “The library now gives residents of Fredonia access to a variety of classes available at Coconino Community College,” said Jim Hunter, Director of CCC’s Page…

Latino Outdoors in Flagstaff holds outdoor events like recent Sunset Crater Volcano Solar & Star Party

FLAGSTAFF — Latino Outdoors in Flagstaff has been busy promoting its efforts to get Latinos off the couch and into the great outdoors. The organization was scheduled to hold a free Sunset Crater Volcano Solar & Star Party on Aug. 6 where…

City of Flagstaff Requesting For and Against Arguments to Proposed Election Questions

FLAGSTAFF — August 10, 2016 is the deadline to submit for and against arguments to the proposed election questions on propositions 411, 412, 413 and 414. Prior to the November 8, 2016 Election, each household with a registered voter will receive…

KNAU update for Aug. 5

Carbon Offsets Could Help Fund Forest Restoration in Northern Arizona Arizona’s Largest Health Care System Reports 2 Cyber-Attacks Earth Notes: For Parking, There’s No Free Pass ‘Killing the Colorado’ Doc Examines the Human Causes Behind the Western Water Crisis U.S.…

Suddenlink / Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce still seeking volunteers for the Teacher Supply Drive

By the Flagstaff Unified School District • Flagstaff STEM CITY • Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce Suddenlink / Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce are looking for volunteers for the Teacher Supply Drive. Sign up for a time August 5th and 6th between 11 am and…

NAU update for Aug. 3

Northern Arizona University update for Aug. 3: Flinn Foundation funding allows researchers to follow pathways to community health U.S. patent issued for Valley Fever detection technology developed by NAU and TGen Spotlight: NAU’s Whitham receives Frances B. McAllister Award for…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 2

Click here to see the latest newsletter. F3 Candidate Forum a Great Success! Miss the Forum? Check Out Our Election Website with Information on the Candidates Meet Candidates for NAU “Community Liaison” Position – Thursday, 8/4 Participate in High Occupancy Housing Conversation…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 2

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 2 Click here to see the latest newsletter Arizona @ Work August Calendar Movies on the Square: Zootopia (August 6th) Individuals In Need of Dental…

Award Presented to Janet Regner, Coconino County’s director of Community Services

COCONINO COUNTY — Janet Regner, Community Service Director for Coconino County, was one of four individuals statewide who received the 2016 Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Award, presented each year to public servants who have worked tirelessly to serve the public interest. Zimmerman, Gabrielle…

NAU to present lecture ‘Sentimental Song, Vulnerability, and the Social Construction of Later Life in Older Hispanic Immigrants in Los Angeles’ on Sept. 15

FLAGSTAFF — NAU will present the free lecture “Sentimental Song, Vulnerability, and the Social Construction of Later Life in Older Hispanic Immigrants in Los Angeles” with NAU Latin American Studies expert Dr. Leon Felipe Garcia Corona at 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept.…

Radio Sunnyside announces schedule for week of Aug. 15

FLAGSTAFF — Radio Sunnyside (KSZN-LP 101.5 FM) to present “Soul y Jazz de Bario “from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18, with “Septimo Millenio con Gabriel Rodriguez” scheduled for 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19. Radio Sunnyside will then present “La…

Community Invited to Meet the Final Candidates for the Assistant Director for Off Campus Life and Community Liaison Programs on Aug. 4

FLAGSTAFF — Meet the finalists for the Assistant Director for Off Campus Life and Community Liaison Programs, also known as the “Neighborhood Liaison,” on August 4, 2016. The meet and greet will be held at the High Country Conference Center (201…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Aug. 1

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Aug. 1. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings!  We are getting geared up for another fantastic school year!  Are you ready?  Registration begins this week-8th grade is on Tuesday, August 2nd,…

Flagstaff Communicators presents ‘Your Digital Presence’ with Sublime Dzine on Aug. 11

R.S.V.P. Today for “Your Digital Presence — From SEO to Social Media and Everything in Between” with Nick Allen of Sublime Dzine Digital Design Flagstaff Communicators luncheon presentation Thursday, August 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Oakmont, 2380 N. Oakmont Dr.…

Pre-Screening of Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños Documentary to be held on Aug. 11

FLAGSTAFF —The pre-screening of the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños documentary to be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11 at the Market of Dreams, 2532 E.7th Ave., Flagstaff. The event also includes the presentation of…

Consulado Móvil en Prescott el 20 de agosto

PRESCOTT — The Mexican Consulate in Phoenix will present its next Consulado Móvil from9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 at Sacred Heart Parish, 131 Summit Ave., Prescott in the gym. Visit http://consulmex.sre.gob.mx/phoenix/ for more information.

KNAU update for July 29

Two Meteor Showers Will Dazzle August Sky Earth Notes: After a Fire, Chain Saws? NASA Developing New Emergency Fire Shelters New Grand Canyon Superintendent Aims to Create Safe, Transparent Working Environment ‘Nose-y’ Bacteria Could Yield A New Way To Fight…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for July 28

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates July, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events July, Page Public Library announces upcoming events Through August 29, Free ‘Lowell Observatory Camps for Kids…

Final reminder: Friends of Flagstaff’s Future to Hold City Council Candidate Forum on July 28

FLAGSTAFF — Friends of Flagstaff’s Future will hold a City Council Candidate Forum at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 28 at Flagstaff High School. The forum’s unique roundtable format, in which candidates rotate among tables of participants, allows members of the public to…

Secretary of State Presents Grants to Tuba City, Flagstaff Public Libraries on July 28

FLAGSTAFF — Secretary of State Michele Reagan is presenting Tuba City Public Library District officials with a $38,254 grant to encourage community engagement.  In June 2016, Reagan also presented the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library with grants totaling $19,330. Through a successful partnership between…

CCC District Governing Board wants to expand job programs

FLAGSTAFF — The District Governing Board of Coconino Community College has plans to expand education and job training programs that lead to better jobs for local high school graduates, workers and veterans transitioning to civilian life. District Governing Board Chairwoman Patricia…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 26

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 26 Click here to see the latest newsletter Children’s Music and Arts Festival Ice Cream Skate – July 30th Movies on the Square: Despicable Me (July…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future to Hold City Council Candidate Forum on July 28

FLAGSTAFF — Friends of Flagstaff’s Future will hold a City Council Candidate Forum on July 28 at 6 pm at Flagstaff High School. The forum’s unique roundtable format, in which candidates rotate among tables of participants, allows members of the public…

Flagstaff Fire Chief Receives Chief Bob Weber Lifetime Achievement Award

FLAGSTAFF — City of Flagstaff Fire Chief Mark Gaillard accepted the 2016 Chief Bob Weber Lifetime Achievement Award at the Arizona Fire Chiefs Association (AFCA) leadership conference on July 12, 2016. The award recognizes individuals who have dedicated their life to…

KNAU update for July 22

Brain Food: Engineering Students Design Mobility Solutions For Kids Earth Notes: Long Time Editor Peter Friederici To Step Down U.S. Senate Bill Aims to Halt International Sale of Native American Objects Stand At The Edge Of A Geological Time An…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for July 21

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates July, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events July, Page Public Library announces upcoming events Through August 29, Free ‘Lowell Observatory Camps for Kids…

City of Flagstaff Requesting For and Against Arguments to Proposed Election Questions

FLAGSTAFF — Prior to the November 8, 2016 Election, each household with a registered voter will receive an informational pamphlet that includes arguments for and against proposed questions that have a local impact. Any person interested in submitting an argument is…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 19

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 19 Click here to see the latest newsletter Expect More Arizona: Support Education By Making Your Voice Heard How the Every Student Succeeds Act will…

City Sales Tax Payments Continue to Remit Through the City of Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff continues to process City sales tax returns and tax licenses until further notice. This notification affects businesses covered by the Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) licensing and reporting through the City of Flagstaff. In June 2016,…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for July 14

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates July, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events July, Page Public Library announces upcoming events July 16, Flagstaff Back-to-School & Community Health Fair July…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 12

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 12 Click here to see the latest newsletter Suddenlink / Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce seeking volunteers for the Teacher Supply Drive Movies on the…

Flagstaff Sunnyside Neighborhood Longevity Project Survey

Dear Resident, Organizational Partner or Supporter. After working in Sunnyside for several years, to create a safer and more prosperous community, the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff, Inc. (Sunnyside Neighborhood Association) have made steps to launch a new program, the Sunnyside…

City of Flagstaff Maintains High Credit Rating and Set to Issue Bonds for City Projects. More City of Flagstaff news here

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has received updated credit ratings from S&P Global and Moody’s Investor Services. Our General Obligation Debt which is backed by secondary property tax collections received an AA-rating with an outlook of Stable from S&P and…

KNAU update for July 8

Deadly Case Of Rabbit Fever Confirmed In Coconino County Earth Notes: The Southwest’s Stamp on 100 Years of the National Park Service, Part 6 Archaeologists Test Satellite Monitoring Technology to Combat Looting at Ancient Sites Borrowers Rejoice: A Treasury Benchmark…

Girls on the Run Seeking Coaches

Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona is looking for Coaches!! Are you passionate about healthy living, empowering girls to be their best, brightest selves, and giving back to your community?! If so, Coaching for Girls on the Run might…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for July 7

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates July, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events July, Page Public Library announces upcoming events July 16, Flagstaff Back-to-School & Community Health Fair July…

City of Flagstaff: Open Space Program Receives Governor’s Archaeology Advisory Commission Award

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff’s Open Space Program accepted the 2016 Governor’s Archaeology Advisory Commission (GAAC) Award on June 10, 2016. The Award in Public Archaeology, categorized in Government Agency, praises the program for the work done to protect,…

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

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 5 Click here to see the latest newsletter Climb to Conquer Cancer Clay for Kids: July 6th Women’s Qigoing Class: July 7th Movies on the…

KNAU update for July 1

Brain Food: Prehistoric Bison Kill Sites Earth Notes: The Southwest’s Stamp on 100 Years of the National Park Service, Part 5 Officials with the Navajo Nation and the State of Arizona Sign Veterans’ Services Agreement Tom Krimigis: Ambassador to the…

Tardeada’s Mariachi Mass returns to Flagstaff

  FLAGSTAFF — The spirits soared in keeping with the inspiring voices and music when Mariachi Sol Azteca from Tucson performed a Mariachi Mass on Sunday, June 26 at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church in Flagstaff. Presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the group…