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Valle del Sol’s Hispanic Leadership Institute in Phoenix Congratulates HLI Alumni who are now elected officials for the State of Arizona

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PHOENIX — Valle del Sol Community Health’s Hispanic Leadership Institute in Phoenix, and a local official, congratulated HLI Alumni who are now elected officials for the State of Arizona.

Ruth Eaton, former chair and current member of the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) extended her congratulations to the HLI Alumni on their accomplishments this fall.

“Being one of the first HLI graduates many years ago, I am very proud of HLI’s achievements and statewide expansion in Arizona,” Eaton said. “HLI opens the path for Hispanic Leadership.”

HLI stated on its Facebook page:

“These alumni are true examples of leadership and have actively stepped up to serve their communities. ¡Felicidades!,” 

They include:

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District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler Named to National Disaster Reform Task Force

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COCONINO COUNTY — Lena Fowler, Coconino County Supervisor, District 5 has been named to a newly formed National Association of Counties (NACo) Intergovernmental Disaster Reform Task Force.

This presidentially appointed group of 28 county leaders is tasked with modernizing federal disaster policies, strengthening intergovernmental partnerships geared towards disaster resiliency and enhancing local disaster mitigation, response and recovery capacities.

“As the Coconino County Supervisor for District 5, I offer extensive expertise in disaster management, particularly in response to wildfires and floods in Northern Arizona,” said Fowler. “My leadership during significant events, including the Schultz Fire, has been instrumental in orchestrating complex recovery efforts in collaboration with local, tribal, state, and federal agencies while advocating for the development of resilient infrastructure. My in-depth understanding of the region’s unique geography, combined with my commitment to the welfare of our diverse communities, ensures a proactive and inclusive strategy for disaster preparedness and response.”

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City of Flagstaff Beautification, Arts & Sciences — Exciting Opportunity to Serve on a Public Art Panel!

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We’re excited to share a great opportunity for community members to get involved with Flagstaff’s public art scene! The City of Flagstaff Beautification, Arts & Sciences program is looking for passionate individuals to serve as panelists for upcoming public art projects. We’d really appreciate it if you could help spread the word to your constituents, staff, volunteers, or anyone in your community who might be interested in participating.

We’re looking for people from all backgrounds—art experience isn’t required! Panelists will evaluate artists, artist proposals, or engage in discussions about projects. The time commitment varies, depending on the project, but participation is virtual making it easy to take part from anywhere.

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Discover Flagstaff — Fall Events and More with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

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Saturday, November 23
The Brothers Reed, Coconino Center for the Arts

With their comedic brotherly banter, impeccable harmonic expression, and widely varying influences, a Brothers Reed performance will have you reflecting on lost lives and lovers, laughing hysterically and leaving completely entertained. 7:30 p.m.

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Creative Flagstaff Announces the 17th Annual Viola Awards (April 26, 2025)

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FLAGSTAFF — Creative Flagstaff is pleased to announce the 17th Annual Viola Awards on April 26, 2025, at the Orpheum Theater in downtown Flagstaff. Honoring a legacy of excellence in arts, science and culture in Flagstaff, we are reveling in 17 years with Dancing Queens! Look forward to a spectacular evening of dazzling performance to celebrate artistic excellence in our community.

The Viola Awards celebrate achievements in the arts, science, and culture akin to the Oscars of Flagstaff. Each year, the community gathers to applaud the achievements of our local creative community, with over hundreds in attendance. The event was founded in 2009 to honor Viola Babbitt and her dedication as a founding member of Flagstaff’s creative community. The Viola Awards event is sponsored annually by the Babbitt Brothers Foundation and other institutions that value arts and culture.

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Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: Nov. 18-22, 2024

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Key Updates to the 2024 Superintendent’s Compendium for Grand Canyon National Park

What is the Compendium?
The Superintendent’s Compendium is a vital document that outlines the specific regulations and policies governing Grand Canyon National Park. It serves as a supplement to federal regulations, allowing park management to address unique local conditions and issues. The Compendium is updated every year to ensure the park’s rules remain current and effective.

Key Updates for 2024:

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Grand Canyon National Park Receives NHTSA Grant Funding from Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety

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Park Rangers receive new equipment for Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety, Speed enforcement, and DUI enforcement.    GRAND CANYON, AZ. — Grand Canyon National Park (GRCA) has been awarded National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) grants through the Arizona Governor’s Office…

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Flagstaff Youth Riders (FLYRS) — Thank You for an Amazing 2024!

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As the year draws to a close, we can’t help but reflect on the incredible journey we’ve experienced. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who supported FLYRS, helping us serve more youth than ever before. It’s been a year of learning, growth, and, above all, the pure joy of cycling outdoors.

Time and again, we’ve seen the profound impact this sport has on young riders. From conquering challenges to instilling  a love for nature, our youth riders are developing essential life skills like teamwork, resilience, and determination.

Here’s some testimonials from FLYRS parents: 

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City of Flagstaff — Notices sent to customers with water service lines with unknown material; no lead lines identified to date

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FLAGSTAFF— Per Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) requirements, the City has been conducting an inventory of the location and material type of all city water service lines. City customers with service lines of unknown material received a mailed notice this week from the City of Flagstaff with steps to help determine the material in the water service line. A map hosted by ADEQ detailing the material of known service lines is now also available to view on 120wateraudit.com

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Flagstaff STEM City — Volunteer Opportunity – The CocoNuts Need Your Help!

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Greetings STEM Fans, 

The CocoNuts Robotics Team from Coconino High School, the 2024 HALL OF FAME TEAM from the FIRST World Championships, needs your help to recruit judges for our upcoming FIRST Robotics Tournaments. 

Every year, the CocoNuts run, sponsor and support over 15 robotics tournaments for thousands of students across the state. Additionally, the CocoNuts were named the 2024 STEM City Community Partner of the Year because of our tireless efforts to bring STEM to Flagstaff and Northern Arizona, including the RezBotics initiative, which has resulted in over 20 new robotics teams on the Navajo Nation! 

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Sedona Arts Center — Discover New Art Classes in Sedona

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Pastels: A Crash Course
with Nori Thorne
November 22: Friday

Are you drawn to the beauty and versatility of pastel but don’t know where to start?  This crash course is for you. We will have pastel demonstrations, exercises, and plenty of at-easel encouragement in Pastels:  A Crash Course.  Learn how to block in a design, underpaint using a wet wash, experiment with a variety of pastel surfaces and materials.  With an emphasis on achieving correct values, colors, and shapes you will create an exciting floral still life and leave the workshop with skills to begin your pastel journey.

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Theatrikos Theatre Co. — Stage Buddies: Hunchback of Notre Dame and Theatre Camp

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Hunchback Enrollment

Coming up in December

Theatrikids Educational Theatre Program:

The Stage Buddies program, now in its tenth year, brings the classic Hunchback of Notre Dame to the Theatrikos stage for six performances in February. In this abilities-inclusive program, actors with disabilities age 15-18 are paired with experienced middle and high school actors to share a role in the play.

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Coconino County Provides Superior Court and Health Services in Page on Dec.5

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PAGE — The Superior Court in Coconino County and Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) are hosting an event at the Page Justice Facility, 547 Vista Ave., in Page, Arizona on Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This event provides residents of Page and neighboring areas with the opportunity to receive important services without traveling to Flagstaff. Registration is not required.

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Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECoNA) — Happy Women’s Entrepreneurship Day (Nov. 20)

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As we celebrate Women’s Entrepreneurship Day today, we are reminded of the incredible strides women have made in business and entrepreneurship – and of the significant challenges that remain.

According to Wells Fargo’s inaugural Impact of Women-Owned Businesses, which was released earlier this year, women own more than 14 million businesses in the United States (about 39% of all companies), employing more than 12.2 million people and generating $2.7 trillion in annual revenue. In non-employer businesses, Arizona has a higher share of women-owned businesses than the United States as a whole.

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — CCC&Y System Change Symposium, free webinars having impact far and wide

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COCONINO COUNTY —  While the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s virtual “System Change Symposium” presentation on Oct. 22, 23 benefitted the more than 200 attendees in Northern Arizona and statewide, one attendee has been using lessons learned from the Symposium, and about CCC&Y’s free webinars in general, to share with a coalition of service provider agencies and others in Alaska.

“I was so excited.” to learn about the Symposium on Facebook,” said Rikki McKay, community coordinator, for the Alaska Department of Health | Division of Public Health, Healthy & Equitable Communities. “It’s so relevant to the work I’m doing.”

McKay said she has shared the information she learned at the Symposium with fellow students in her “Introduction to Social Work” class as well as with the 15 or so members of a coalition of service providers in Alaska. “A lot of people” are learning about the Symposium and the Coalition,” she said. “It has gained appreciation far and wide.”

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Flagstaff residents encouraged to sign up for new trash and recycling notification platform

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FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff’s Solid Waste Section is excited to announce the launch of a new customer notification platform aimed at enhancing service transparency and ensuring residents have timely email updates on trash and recycle collection services. Through this user-friendly platform, residents can expect improved communication regarding service delays, collection schedules, holiday pickup changes, and holiday closures.

Residents interested in receiving these email updates are encouraged to subscribe to receive the most up-to-date information directly to their inbox, ensuring uninterrupted service throughout the year. Visit www.bit.ly/trashandrecycling to sign up.

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The NAU Review — Preparing a new generation of storytellers

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Every year, an Indigenous Youth Media Workshop at NAU gives high schoolers a chance to master multimedia broadcast journalism skills and hone their storytelling prowess. The free, immersive media production boot camp equips future Indigenous journalists with the skills they’ll need to raise awareness of the topics and issues that matter most to their communities. Watch this year’s cohort of teens work with NAU faculty to produce a high-quality newscast in just 11 days.

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The 2024 Flagstaff Festival of Science is calling for board member applicants! Deadline Nov. 30th!

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Have you wondered what it is like to plan the Festival of Science ensuring science is accessible to all? Would you be interested in contributing to the success of a thriving non-profit organization? Do you have skills or experience in event management, fundraising, governance, marketing or finance?

We are looking for individuals like YOU to share your passion of STEAM and science education. The Festival of Science is an established organization dedicated to community engagement and learning. Consider joining our team for a 2-year term and make an impact in your community!

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Guest contribution — American Immigration Council: Biden has 64 days left in office to protect vulnerable immigrants

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The federal government currently lacks the resources to fulfill Trump’s pledge of mass deportations in the first months of his presidency, but ICE?can and will act?quickly to target immigrants for arrests. However, before that begins, President Biden has two months left in office to take decisive action to protect people at risk under Trump’s indiscriminate immigration enforcement plans.

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Coconino High School students celebrate el Día de los Muertos with third annual shoebox ofrenda competition

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FLAGSTAFF — Spanish language and English learning students at Coconino High School celebrated el Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead with their third annual shoebox ofrenda competition. The winners were selected this week with students and others voting throughout the month.

“The Dead of the Dead Mini altar contest is a competition where students create beautiful and meaningful altars using a shoe box,” said said teacher Francy Solarte. “They can pay tribute to a family member, pet, or person who has contributed to society. They also write an altar dedication in Spanish and their home language. This is an interdisciplinary project between Spanish classes and English Language Learners classes.

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Ballet Folkorico de Colores de Flagstaff celebrates “¡Mueve el Esqueleto¡” performance at the Orpheum Theater

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FLAGSTAFF — The beauty and magic of el Día de los Muertos through folkloric dances from the regions of El Estado de México- Concheros (Aztec dances), Oaxaca, Puebla, Jalisco and Veracruz was presented at the Orpheum Theater on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024 by Flagstaff’s own award-winning Ballet Folklórico de Colores during its “¡Mueve el Esqueleto¡” celebration.

The fundraiser also included an authentic altar/ofrenda presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to remember our loved ones who have passed on.

Traditional Mexican food for El Día de los Muertos was also available for purchase.

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Local partners gearing up to Stuff the Bus to benefit Flagstaff Family Food Center

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COCONINO COUNTY — The City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, and Mountain Line are once again partnering for a Stuff the Bus event on Sunday, November 17 to benefit the Flagstaff Family Food Center (FFFC). 

This year’s event will be at the Safeway store located at 1201 S. Plaza Way in Flagstaff from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The public is invited to bring non-perishable food donations for a Thanksgiving meal, and FFFC staff and volunteers will be on-hand to accept monetary donations. Additionally, the partners set a goal to stuff the bus with 300 turkeys to help our neighbors in need. 

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Xicanx Institute for Teaching & Organizing (XITO) in Tucson announces upcoming Seattle Winter Institute on Feb. 14-16, 2025

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We know that many members of our community are feeling a sense of fear and even despair at what the future holds with the shift in administration. It is critical that we support one another and not lose focus of the work at hand to dismantle the systems that have been in place regardless of the current political administration, and that our ancestors have fought and resisted for generations before us. As part of the national Ethnic Studies collective, XITO will continue the critical on-the-ground organizing we’ve been engaged in for years and applying the lessons learned from the past.

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Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: Nov. 11-15, 2024

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Winter Preparedness: Best Practices for Power Outages

Winter in Grand Canyon Village brings its own set of challenges, including the possibility of power outages due to inclement weather. It’s important to be prepared for a variety of winter-related situations to ensure the safety and well-being of you, your family, and your neighbors.

What to Do During a Power Outage

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Lane closure on Butler Ave between Leroux St and San Francisco St to begin Nov. 18

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A portion of east-bound Butler Ave will be closed and motorists in the area should expect short delays. Two Mountain Line bus stops near Butler Ave and San Francsico St will be temporarily relocated one block east near Butler Ave and WC Riles St. Signage in the area will direct transit riders to the temporary stop locations as well as pedestrian access. Construction activities will remove landscaping and furnishings on the north and south side of Butler Ave between Leroux St and San Francisco St.

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United Way of Northern Arizona — Summit Society Profile: Lucinda Andreani

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Coconino County Deputy Manager Lucinda Andreani, a long-time member of the Summit Society of United Way of Northern Arizona (UWNA), embodies the spirit of giving and community involvement.

Born in California, she has been active in community affairs throughout her life, whether it was helping launch a local chapter of the National Organization for Women or participating in environmental cleanups.

Her journey with United Way began when she was working for the California utility company PG&E, which promoted workplace giving to their local United Ways and provided matching grants for donations. Lucinda was always in the top tier of donors.

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Post-Election Updates from Coconino County Elections

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COCONINO COUNTY — The Final Unofficial election results for November 5, 2024, are available. Coconino County voters cast 70,993 ballots. The voter turnout is 78.29%, which is on track to be higher than the state average.

The results will be final after the Board of Supervisors canvass the election on Tuesday November 19, 2024 at 1:15 p.m.

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Grand Canyon National Park Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Campground Fee Increase

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GRAND CANYON, AZ.— Grand Canyon National Park is seeking the public’s input on a proposed increase for frontcountry camping fees. This increase would begin April 1, 2025.

Grand Canyon National Park (GRCA) collects campground fees from visitors for overnight stays. GRCA is seeking public comment on proposed fee increases for standard tent and RV sites at Mather, Desert View and North Rim campgrounds. The current camping fees have remained unchanged for the past 20 years.

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — CCC&Y offers families a variety of free webinars

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COCONINO COUNTY —  As the hectic holiday season rapidly approaches, the Coconino Coaltion for Children & Youth wants to remind everyone that we have a variety of free webinar training programs on our website to help parents and families at home during the upcoming holiday school vacations.

Our growing library of on-demand webinars is designed to help you gain the tools you need to learn about trauma-informed care, tips to help strengthen family protective factors, examine the effects of historical trauma and adverse childhood experiences, address issues such as bullying and the support to adults and youth through the use of mindfulness practices.

Click on the image above to get a quick look at the various free programs we offer, or get more details below:

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Sedona Arts Center — Call to Artists for Earth and Fire: A Ceramics Exhibition

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 25, 2024
Ceramics and ceramics education has been a cornerstone of the Sedona Arts Center since it was founded over 65 years ago. As part of our Elements series this season, we invite all ceramic artists to submit work for consideration for Earth and Fire.

The exhibit will be held in the Special Exhibitions Gallery at Sedona Arts Center from January 3-31, 2025.

Deadline to submit: November 25, 2024
Notification to Artists: December 6, 2024
Opening Reception: January 3, 2025, 4-6pm

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Community holds ‘Celebration of Life for Michael L. ‘Miguel’ Vasquez PhD

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FLAGSTAFF — Northern Arizona University administrators, colleagues, former students, local political and nonprofit organization leaders, family and friends gathered to present a “Celebration of Life” in honor of Michael L. ‘Miguel’ Vasquez PhD on Sunday, Nov. 3 at the Dubois Center at Northern Arizona University.

The celebration, with an audience number well over 125 individuals, was the first of two events honor Vasquez, who died on Oct. 6.

During the two-hour event at NAU, speakers honored the life of Vasquez, remembering him an associate professor joining the small NAU ethnic faculty, going on to becoming a full professor and teaching a minimum of 12,000 students over 32 years at the university.

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United for Progress: LULAC Vision for a Stronger Latino Future

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As the oldest Latino civil rights organization in the nation, LULAC stands firmly committed to uplifting and empowering the Latino community across America—working to strengthen economic and educational opportunities and to protect our civil rights.

For nearly a century, LULAC has been here, side by side with the communities we serve, tirelessly working toward a future that fulfills the dreams of our families and honors the sacrifices of those who came before us. Now, as we look to the horizon, we welcome the opportunity to work with President Donald J. Trump, Vice President-elect J.D. Vance, all of last night’s elected officials, and the incoming Administration. Together, we are called to build a future that holds space for all our stories, our voices, and our dreams.

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City of Flagstaff facilities closed (on Nov. 11) in observance of Veterans Day

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FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff City Hall offices at 211 W. Aspen Ave. will be closed on Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. City Hall will reopen on Nov. 12.

City of Flagstaff facilities that are also closed on Nov. 11 include:

East Flagstaff Community Library (3000 N. Fourth St.)
Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library (300 W. Aspen Ave.)
Hal Jensen Recreation Center (2403 N. Izabel St.)
Joe C. Montoya Community and Senior Center (245 N. Thorpe Rd.)

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Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECoNA) — A Time of Change and Expansion at Lowell Observatory

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(On Nov. 8), the leadership of this 130 year old institution will transfer from Executive Director Dr. Jeffrey Hall to Dr. Amanda Bosh, currently the observatory’s chief operating officer. The following weekend, Lowell will celebrate the grand opening of its $53 million Marley Foundation Astronomy Discovery Center (ADC).

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Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: Nov. 4-8, 2024

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Monday, November 11: Free Admission to National Parks

In honor of Veterans Day, Grand Canyon National Park and all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone on Monday, November 11. Please note that this fee-free designation does not apply to camping, reservations, tours, or lodging.

Thanks to all our veterans in the park and in our community for your service to the nation!

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United Way of Northern Arizona — Developing a Teen Center Solution in Holbrook

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Last year, United Way of Northern Arizona was a partner in a project to help teens in Navajo County survey their peers about current mental health issues facing youth in northeast Arizona.

One of the items to emerge from that survey was that teens in the area were eager for a space to call their own – a teen center.

Now Grow Arizona Workforce Network is pursuing a plan that would establish a facility to not only provide a safe and supportive environment for teens, but to develop the region’s future workforce.

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Pile burns planned along Snowbowl Road (Nov. 8)

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FLAGSTAFF — Fire managers with the Coconino National Forest plan to burn piles of slash along Snowbowl Road tomorrow to reduce hazardous forest fuels.

For the latest information at any time of the day, details and updates about all prescribed burn projects can be found on the Coconino NF Prescribed Burn Projects Inciweb page, which is updated any time new information is available

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Join us for our next Prevention Council Zoom meeting on Nov. 7 to share your story

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By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

COCONINO COUNTY —

Please join CCC&Y for its next Prevention Council Zoom meeting at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. Our meetings provide our coalition partners with the opportunity to share the latest news about their projects that support children, youth and their families in Northern Arizona.

The guest speaker for this week is Jason D. Gillette, CEO of the Guild Health Group

The Council meets the first Thursday of the month.

Want to be a guest speaker at our next meeting? Send an email to CCC&Y Executive Director Virginia Watahomigie at coalition@coconinokids.org​​​​​​​ to be placed on the agenda.

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Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — Coffee with F3’s Executive Director on Nov. 5

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Join me on the first Wednesday of each month from 9:00-10:00 am at a local coffee shop. Tomorrow, I’ll be at Mayan Winds Coffee Emporium located in the Greenlaw Village Shopping Center, 2144 N Fourth St.

There’s a lot to talk about! This month we can discuss local election results, the Draft Regional Plan and your chance to provide comments as well as attend multiple city-led thematic workshops scheduled next week, zoning code amendments, and F3’s newly announced program, “The Flagstaff Economy for the Good Project.”

Looking forward to talking with you!

Michele James

Executive Director

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Traffic control on Milton Road to be removed (Nov. 8) until spring 2025

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On Friday, Nov. 8, the existing traffic control along Milton Road will be removed and north and southbound lanes will be re-opened until spring 2025. Additionally, eastbound access onto University Drive via Milton Road will be re-opened. Please keep in mind that traffic control along Milton Road, University Avenue and University Drive will return in spring 2025 so crews can perform asphalt paving and concrete installation operations to finish out the remainder of the project.   

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The NAU Review — It’s not like a regular class, it’s a cool class. Plus, make some vegan mac ‘n’ cheese tonight + hear from NAU veterans

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 New names for two Indigenous campus hubs

After a nine-month process involving community forums, surveys and meetings, NAU unveiled its renamed Office of Native American and Indigenous Advancement and Center for Native American and Indigenous Futures on Friday, Nov. 1. The office and center will continue to welcome Native American and Indigenous communities across all NAU campuses, bringing a sense of opportunity, kinship and hope.

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Timeline for Release of Nov 5 General Election Results

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COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Elections Department shares the Election Results release schedule so voters can understand what the tabulation process entails for the General Election on November 5, 2024.

All elections results are preliminary and not official until they are canvased by the County Board of Supervisors in mid-November.

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Coconino County — Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5

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COCONINO COUNTY — Let’s prepare for Election Day! The Coconino County Elections Department encourages all voters to make a plan and vote at the General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.

Remember – this is a historically large ballot with high voter turnout expected. Plan ahead and bring your Sample Ballot to help speed up the voting process. Ballot information can be found at this site.

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Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces says ‘Thank You’ to everyone who supported and attended the 21st Annual Anniversary of Celebraciones de la Gente on Oct. 26-27, 2024 at the Museum of Northern Arizona

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FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces this week offered a big THANK YOU to everyone who supported and attended the 21th anniversary annual Celebraciones de la Gente — Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead festival at the Museum of Northern Arizona on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 26 and 27.

Celebraciones cultural performances included Mariachi Rubor, a celebrated all-female ensemble, Ballet Folklorico de Colores of Flagstaff, local favorite Alena Chavez and NAU Banda Latino de Caribe. Children and families participated in hands-on activities such as decorating sugar skulls and face painting. Arts and crafts vendors featured art, handmade goods and cultural treasures.

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Upcoming Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead events in Sedona, Phoenix

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ARIZONA — Immerse yourself in the large-scale installations and vignettes throughout Tlaquepaque to commemorate Mexico’s Dia De Los Muertos.

Remember loved ones and celebrate their lives with altars showcasing Mexican culture and heritage. A two day event with special performances on November 2, 2024.

Check back to find a detailed schedule of events including decorating sugar skulls, musical entertainment and dance performances.

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CCC Community Education — November-December classes: Your Financial Plan & Comet Talks

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Pillars of Your Financial Education

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 13, 20
5:45 to 7:15 p.m.

Improve your financial education with clear and practical information on the pillars of a financial plan: saving, preserving, transferring.

Financial – Learn more and register!

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Discover Flagstaff — Stories of Place: Wupatki NM Centennial Commemoration, Wupatki National Monument on Nov. 3 and more events

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Join the National Park Service as it highlights the significance of the people, cultures, plants, animals, rocks, fossils, and historic buildings within the monument reflecting on the past 100 years as a national monument. 12 p.m.

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Coconino National Forest to sell limited number of Christmas tree permits

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FLAGSTAFF — Coconino National Forest will begin selling a limited number of Christmas tree permits online starting Nov. 14 at 8 a.m., and permit owners will be allowed to begin cutting Nov. 15 through Dec. 31.

A total of 1,300 permits will be available for purchase on the Coconino NF Christmas tree permit site online through Recreation.gov, which also lists details about designated cutting areas, maps, dates, and types of trees that may be cut.

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November at the Museum of Northern Arizona

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Dear Museum Friends,

As we enter November, I’m filled with gratitude for our community – MNA members, donors, partners, volunteers, board members, and staff whose dedication and passion fuel our mission. Together, we’re able to shine a light on the remarkable treasures of the Colorado Plateau, ensuring they remain accessible to all.

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Pile burn west of Flagstaff planned for (Nov. 1)

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FLAGSTAFF — With predicted moisture in the next couple of days, fire managers with the Coconino National Forest are planning on conducting pile burns 4 miles west of Flagstaff, south of Interstate 40 along Naval Observatory Road.

Smoke will be visible to those in Flagstaff and motorists along I-40 and may impact areas of Flagstaff Ranch.

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