Category: News

Latino News Notes: American Immigration Council

New Immigration Court Directive Could Weaken Due Process The Trump administration released a memorandum this week–effective immediately–which orders the Department of Justice Executive Office for Immigration Review (which manages the immigration courts) to prioritize deportation hearings for certain groups, including…

KNAU update for Feb. 3

Earth Notes: Controlling Kochia in the West Study: Managed Wildfires a Mixed Success for Ponderosa Pine Forests Application Period Set For GC River Trip Permits Arizona Sends Out 580,000 Incorrect Tax Forms Satellites Reveal Shrinking Water, Bare Shorelines in Lower…

NAU update for Feb. 2

NAU president invites Lumberjack community to celebrate Black History Month San Manuel Band of Mission Indians donates $1 million to NAU NAU scientist uses remote sensing technologies to detect groundwater in drought-stricken East Africa NAU Athletics honors girls and women…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 2

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates February, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events February, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events February, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District Health…

March 3 — The 5th Annual STEM Awards

You are Invited! The red carpet will unroll for the STEMmy’s on Friday, March 3rd at the Museum of Northern Arizona from 5 – 7 pm. Appetizers will be served. Last year’s STEM Teacher of the Year, Ted Komada, will reprise his inspirational “SciTalk” from the Festival of Science; Awards will…

March 6 — 4th Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration to be held at NAU Skydome

By Flagstaff STEM City FLAGSTAFF — The 4th Annual Flagstaff Community STEM Celebration will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 6 at the Northern Arizona University J. Walkup Skydome. This event is a Celebration of all things STEM in Flagstaff! All…

Feb. 14 — Information event at NAU to focus on bill to restrict on campus living students ability from registering to vote

FLAGSTAFF — An information event at NAU to focus on bill to restrict on campus living students ability from registering to vote will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the NAU University Union. “Our Rep. Bob…

City of Flagstaff reports on agenda for Flagstaff City Council meeting on Feb. 7

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for Flagstaff City Council meeting at 4:30 and 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 7. City Council Regular Meeting More City of Flagstaff News: City Council Minimum Wage Special Meeting Scheduled Tuesday,…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 31

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 Federal Child Abuse Numbers Climb Again Can Understanding…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 31

Click here for the latest newsletter. Take Action: Tell City Council You Support a Resolution Against the DAPL (Discussion Today, 1/31) Get Involved: “We Are Them and They Are Us: Taking the High Road to Social Change” Workshop, 2/15 Social Justice…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 30

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, The PTO will be having a Chipotle fundraiser night onWednesday, February 1st from 5:00-9:00 P.M.  Bring your family and friends and support our school as 50%…

KNAU update for Jan. 27

Earth Notes: Western Explorer Almon Thompson Heavy Snow Creates High Avalanche Danger on the San Francisco Peaks Elevated Uranium Levels Near Grand Canyon Likely Due To Natural Source Brain Food: Mass Extinction Theory Lacks Support Mary Tyler Moore: On Her…

NAU update for Jan. 27

NAU researcher discovers key to fighting autism may lie not in the mind, but in the gut  New online tool provides clear pathway for NAU transfer students NAU’s unique study abroad program wins international award NAU Lyric Theatre presents ‘Dido…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 26

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District…

LULAC Statement on New Executive Orders on Border Wall and Sanctuary Cities

WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Trump (on Jan. 25) signed two controversial executive orders regarding the construction of a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border and penalties for sanctuary cities. The proposed wall would extend along the southern border and would cost as…

Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Jan. 25

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. 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 clicking “Apply”. You may also…

Seminars help CCC students apply for scholarships

FLAGSTAFF — It’s time for Coconino Community College future and current students to apply for scholarships for the 2017-18 academic year, and to get students ready, there will be two seminars to help. Learn about scholarship opportunities at CCC from Financial…

FUSD Governing Board meeting canceled for Jan. 24, district schools closed Jan. 25

FLAGSTAFF — Due to current road conditions the Flagstaff Unified School District Governing Board Meeting scheduled for tonight, January 24, 2017 is rescheduled for Tuesday January 31, 2017. Because of drifting snow, ice and impassable roadways & walkways, all FUSD schools…

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

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 Save the Date! Child Abuse Prevention Conference! Holiday Star Fest…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 23

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, On February 1-13th, the Oceanography Club will be selling Valentine’s Day Pops during lunch and after school.  Parents and students can also pre-order…

Winter storms: CCC District Governing Board swearing-in ceremony canceled. City, County take precautions

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Community College District Governing Board swearing-in ceremony planned for 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, on the Lone Tree Campus, has been canceled because of the possibility of heavy snow later. #CCC will be rescheduling the event and will send a…

Coconino County: Backcountry Avalanche Potential Awareness

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and the Coconino National Forest are warning backcountry mountain travelers to be alert for potential avalanche hazards on the San Francisco Peaks.  The existing snowpack, recent wind events, and a large amount of…

Winter Exposure: Risks and Awareness — Do Something

FLAGSTAFF — When temperatures drop significantly below normal, staying warm and safe can be a challenge and during the cold winter months people are susceptible to exposure to the elements. City Manager, Josh Copley said “one exposure death is too many in…

‘Understanding this Moment: An Inauguration Day Teach-In’ at NAU, other events on Jan. 20

FLAGSTAFF — “Understanding this Moment: An Inauguration Day Teach-In” to be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20 at Northern Arizona University, Havasupai Room A/B. Presented by NAU’s College of Arts & Lecture, “Examine the Past, Imagine the Future —…

NAU update for Jan. 20

Lumberjack love: NAU student-athletes work with area elementary school children Faculty perspective: “Why I wanted to teach at NAU” Stay in the know for snow Spotlight: President Rita Cheng and Daniel Palm • Alexandra A. Carpino • Science and Health Building • Army ROTC program • Bill Carter • James…

KNAU update for Jan. 20

Earth Notes: Climate Modeling EPA Won’t Pay Gold King Mine Spill Claims Scott Thybony Commentary: ‘Stone Woman’ Heavy Snow and Dangerous Driving Conditions Expected in Northern Arizona For Many People, Medical Care Works Best When It’s Incremental Current News Stories

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 19

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events   Education Spotlight 6 ways…

Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Jan. 18

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. 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 clicking “Apply”. You may also…

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

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 Community, Kindness in the New Year Crazy 8s Club…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 17

Click here for the latest newsletter. Council Discussion of Minimum Wage this Tuesday, 1/17 Report on Transect Zoning Discussion Your Input Needed: Greater Buffalo Park Improvements Save the Date: Social Justice Committee Meeting 1/26 Workshop – “We are Them and They…

NAU update for Jan. 12

NAU invites public to join MLK day festivities Spring events blossom at NAU College of Arts and Letters NAU collaboration earns grant to provide care for substance abuse patients Spotlight: Joanne Keene • Hospitality Management • Margot Saltonstall • Eric O’Connell • Flower Darby NAU NEWS

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 12

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events   Education Spotlight   FUSD January…

Flagstaff City Hall Closed Monday, January 16

FLAGSTAFF — City Hall offices at 211 W. Aspen Ave. will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 16, 2017. City Hall offices will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 17 with regular hours of 8:00 a.m.…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 10

Click here for the latest newsletter. Transect Zoning Discussion at City Council Tonight (Tuesday, 1/10) Save the Date: Social Justice Committee Meeting 1/26 Workshop – “We are Them and They are Us: Taking the High Road to Social Change” (2/15)…

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

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 CCC&Y to keep you informed during 2017 legislative session Arizona…

City of Flagstaff reports on agenda for Flagstaff City Council meetings on Jan. 10

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for Flagstaff City Council meetings on Tuesday, Jan. 10. City Council Retreat at 2 p.m. City Council Special Meeting (Executive Session) at 4 p.m. City Council Work Session at 6 p.m. More…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 9

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings, Do you have any old gaming stations like Playstations, Nintendos, or Wiis that you’re looking to get rid of?  PTO would happily take any donations for…

Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee to hold next public meeting on Jan. 11

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee will hold its next quarterly public meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11 at The Flagstaff Aquaplex, 1702 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff. Marianne Sullivan, Senior Assistant City Attorney with the Flagstaff City Attorney’s Office,…

Flagstaff Communicators to ring in the New Year with gathering on Jan. 12

Happy New Year! Let’s get to work! Join us for our first lunch/mixer of 2017 at  Thursday, January 12th from 11:15 to 1:00pm Join the Flagstaff Communicators and take advantage of great business networking and referral opportunities. Flagstaff Communicators lunch…

Feb. 9 — Flagstaff Communicators to present ‘Building Relationships: Making the most of your networking and generating referrals’

Flagstaff Communicators will present “Building Relationships: Making the most of your networking and generating referrals.”   Join us next Thursday at      Thursday, February 9th from 11:15 to 1:00pm   Don’t miss Maximizing your Networking and Referrals with Sharon Tewksbury-Bloom.…

Feb. 17 — CCC to host guest ceramics artist

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College will host a guest ceramics artist who will give a free public presentation and lecture on Friday, Feb. 17. Joseph Bennion is a distinguished potter who will be traveling from Spring City, Utah to visit CCC.…

KNAU update for Jan. 6

Navajo Generating Station’s Owners Weigh Options Earth Notes: The Epic Migrations of Snow Geese ADOT: Snow Play Led To Traffic Problems In Flagstaff Area Citizen Scientists Invited To Document Biodiversity on Kaibab National Forest The Next Generation Of Farmers Is…

Basic Business Empowerment class begins Jan. 10

Coconino County Community Services will offer entrepreneur classes starting Jan.10, 2017 to assist future small business owners. The Community Services Basic Business Empowerment Program is a training program to help emerging entrepreneurs start new ventures and provide growth tools for…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 5

Click here to see the latest newsletter.     Upcoming Dates December, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events December, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events     Education Spotlight…

City of Flagstaff announces bulky trash collection schedule for 2017

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff announces a redesigned schedule for bulky trash collection beginning in our 2017 New Year. The City of Flagstaff’s bulky collection service is highly utilized and valued throughout our collection system, with 2016 marking the highest total curbside…

Coconino County announces job opportunities as of Jan. 4

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. 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 clicking “Apply”. You may also…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Jan. 4

Click here for the latest newsletter. F3 Opposes Efforts to Weaken Proposition 414 Social Justice Committee Meeting Report Council Slated to Discuss Transect Zoning on January 10 City Commission Openings – Water, Planning & Zoning Save the Date: An Evening with Tess…

City of Flagstaff: Rio de Flag Project Receives Reauthorization Funds of $102.9 Million

FLAGSTAFF — On December 10, 2016, the Rio de Flag Flood Control project received $102 million in reauthorization funds from the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 (WRDA 2000.) This new $102.9 million reauthorization for the project was recently sent to…

City of Flagstaff reports on agenda for Flagstaff City Council retreat on Jan. 3, 5

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for next Flagstaff City Council retreat at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3 and 9 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 5. More City of Flagstaff News: Flagstaff Winter Snowplay Map Winter Parking Ordinance Prohibits…

Feb. 8 — Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff and City of Flagstaff Invites Community to Indigenous Forum on “Our Elders”

FLAGSTAFF — On Wednesday, February 8th, the third Indigenous Community Forum will be held at Flagstaff High School Common Area.  This will be a unique opportunity to learn about the hopes, concerns, and needs of Indigenous elders who live, work, and…

Feb. 4 — Build Bridges, Not Walls! A Rally for Compassionate Immigration Policies

FLAGSTAFF — The Immigration Awareness Series invites you to “Build Bridges, Not Walls! A Rally for Compassionate Immigration Policies.” In the politically divisive atmosphere in our state and nation, immigrants, both documented and undocumented, are bearing the brunt of nationalistic…

Local First Arizona Celebrates Buy Local Month

Local First Arizona (LFA) is reminding Arizonans about the impact they can make through Buy Local Month, LFA’s annual holiday campaign running from Black Friday (November 25, 2015) through January 1, 2017. Through the campaign, LFA aims to inform Arizonans…

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

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates December, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events December, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Education Spotlight   Expect More Arizona:…