Category: News

April 24 — CCC to present ‘Palette to Palate,’ 18th Annual Coconino Community College Foundation Fundraiser

FLAGSTAFF — “Palette to Palate,” the 18th Annual Coconino Community College Foundation Fundraiser in support of the CCC Fine Arts Department and student success will be held from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 24 at Coconino Community College Lone Tree Campus Commons, 2800…

May 12 through July 28 — Next 12-week Basic Business Empowerment class to be held in Flagstaff

Individual Development Accounts (IDA) matching grants for business, college education also available FLAGSTAFF — The next Coconino County Community Services’ (CCCS) 12-week (36-hour) Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) will be presented from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday evenings through May 12 through…

Through July 21 — Internet-based Summer ’20 BBE business plan training & grant opportunity

Since 2007 Coconino County has been assisting eligible county residents with its Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) training (www.coconino.az.gov/bbe) and Individual Development Accounts (IDA) match saving grants (www.coconino.az.gov/ida) opportunity. The 9-week, summer 2020 BBE training is scheduled to be held 6-9pm, Tuesdays, May 26th through July 21st only online via a 9-week Zoom Web-based video conferencing format.

Aug. 29 — Museum of Northern Arizona — Invitation to the Gala To Go

Join us for the 14th Annual Gala “To Go”
The Gala To Go can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home, or you can reserve a time for a VIP visit to the museum. Either way, you will have access to performances, special talks by museum experts, and an online auction.
Find details and buy tickets at musnaz.org/gala

Sept. 29 — Join us for the NACOG Economic Recovery Summit

Clearly COVID-19 will have a significant economic impact on Northern Arizona for years to come. NACOG EDC will host a Economic Recovery Summit with regional leaders to discuss what investments, economic development actions, and partnerships with the State and Federal leaders we can create now to mitigate the economic damage and accelerate the recovery.

Through Sept. 29 — Internet-based Summer ’20 BBE business plan training & grant opportunity (Session 2)

FLAGSTAFF — Since 2007 Coconino County has been assisting eligible county residents with its Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) training (www.coconino.az.gov/bbe<http://www.coconino.az.gov/bbe>) and Individual Development Accounts (IDA) match saving grants (www.coconino.az.gov/ida<http://www.coconino.az.gov/ida>) opportunity. The 9-week, summer 2020 BBE training (session 2) is scheduled…

Oct. 22 — A virtual evening with Chilean folk musician, activist Nano Stern to be presented by NAU Latin American Studies, Martin-Springer Institute, University of Arizona Latin American Studies

A virtual evening with Chilean folk musician, activist Nano Stern to be presented by NAU Latin American Studies, Martin-Springer Institute, University of Arizona Latin American Studies at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 on Zoom.

Nano is an incredible singer songwriter / multi-instrumentalist. Joan Baez who has shared the stage with Nano, describes him as perhaps, “the best Chilean singer-songwriter of his generation, with his lyrics, melodies, message, humor and heart.”

Oct. 22 — City of Flagstaff to host Proposition 436 virtual Town Hall

The city of Flagstaff will host a virtual Town Hall on Oct. 22, 2020 to answer constituent questions on Proposition 436. Proposition 436 is ballot measure that will allow the city to continue collecting a 1% general Transaction Privilege Tax (sales tax). The current 1% general transaction privilege tax (sales tax) rate that was first adopted in 1964 and is currently set to expire in November 2024.

Nov. 17 — Register Today: “Soundscapes” Featuring the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra – Online Virtual Series Offered by CCC Community Education

Do you love classical music?
If so, you can gain a new perspective of classic orchestral music at “Soundscapes”, a special non-credit virtual series open to the public and offered by Coconino Community College Community Education in partnership with the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra.

Nov. 17 — CCC to present ‘My STEM Journey from the Deserts of Arizona to the Deserts of Mars’

Listen to Aaron’s story as a NASA Mechanical Engineer who contributed to the missions to the planet Mars. Yazzie served as a surface operations downlink chair for the Mars Science Laboratory “Curiosity” Rover after landing in 2012.

He delivered flight hardware to Mars on board the InSight Lander Mission in 2018. Currently, his second set of flight hardware is aboard the Mars 2020 “Perseverance” Rover.

Nov. 30, Dec. 1 — CCC to present Student & Workforce Housing Community Kick-Off Virtual Meetings

Would you or someone you know like to share your ideas and provide feedback to help make a new housing project in Page, Arizona a success?

If so, please join Coconino Community College, Genterra Enterprises and Todd & Associates to learn more about a public-private partnership bringing student and workforce housing to CCC in Page.

Dec. 2 — Coconino Community College will present Comet Talks — ‘Preserve & Protect: Archeology’s Role in National Parks’

Join presenter Amy Schott, PhD – Lead Archeologist at the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area & Rainbow Bridge National Monument in an exploration of diverse sites throughout Northern Arizona. At the conclusion of this talk, you’ll gain a greater understanding of the delicate balance between preservation and public enjoyment.

Dec. 3 — CCC Community Education to present ‘Let’s Cook,” an interactive cooking class

Looking for something interesting and fun to do after Thanksgiving?

If so, why not join CCC Community Education for an interactive cooking class?

Let’s Cook! Holiday Treats That Make You Happy & Healthy with Chris Kalinich of Plant 2 Platter and Coconino Community College Community Education.

Through Jan. 3 — Coconino Community College will be closed for Winter Break

Happy holidays Coconino Community College partners and friends,

Coconino Community College will be closed for Winter Break.

CCC Winter Break:

Wednesday, December 23, 2020 – Sunday, January 3, 2021

CCC will reopen on its regular schedule Monday, January 4, 2021.

District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta invited to walk with the Women’s Suffragist float in the 131st Rose Bowl Parade

Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 County Community News and Updates Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Tis’ the Season to be Jolly! As we begin to wrap presents and prepare for the holidays, I realize that…

Downtown Flagstaff glows with 2019 Holiday Parade of Lights

Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 AmigosNAZ.com FLAGSTAFF — Dozens of local businesses, nonprofit organizations, schools, public safety and other agencies took part in the 2019 Vora Financial Holiday Parade of Lights, held Dec. 14 in downtown Flagstaff. Joining the…

Coconino County offices closed for winter holidays

COCONINO COUNTY — All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2019 and Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 for the Christmas and New Year holidays. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed, Dispatch, Patrol…

City of Flagstaff announces holiday closures

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff city administrative offices (including City Hall at 211 W. Aspen Ave.) will be closed at noon on Dec. 24, all-day Dec. 25, 2019 and Jan. 1, 2020 for the Christmas and New Year holidays. City recreational facilities may…

License plates, registration tabs other documents will only be available through the mail starting January 2020

The new year will usher in a new way for customers to get license plates, registration tabs and many documents such as vehicle titles. Beginning in January, customers will receive these items through the U.S. Mail and will no longer be able…

Sedona Arts Center — Winter Workshop Sale 10% off December 19, 2019 – January 6, 2020

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   The School of the Arts at Sedona Arts Center Winter Workshop Sale! 10% Discount on all Scheduled Workshops The School of the Arts at Sedona Arts Center Winter Workshop Sale! 10% discount on…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau — Experience all your favorite holiday events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights Discover Flagstaff publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and storefronts,…

U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for Dec. 18 — Strengthening our national defense, lowering drug costs, and growing Arizona’s economy

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU Dear Friend, Last week was a historic one in the House of Representatives. We came together as a legislative body…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Dec. 18 — CCC&Y awarded Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Council contract for Coconino County

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019 Connections Spotlight CCC&Y awarded Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Council contract for Coconino County  COCONINO COUNTY — CCC&Y was recently awarded the Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Council contract for…

New career programs announced at CCC

FLAGSTAFF —Three new Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs will be rolling out at Coconino Community College next year. The programs, Marine Maintenance Technician, Cyber Security and Veterinary Technician, were approved during the Dec. 10, 2019, meeting of the CCC…

Flagstaff Minimum Wage ordinance

FLAGSTAFF —Starting Jan. 1, 2020, the hourly minimum wage in the city of Flagstaff will increase to $13 per hour. This increase is in accordance with Proposition 414 which was passed by voters in the Nov. 2016 election and amended…

CCC marks 24 years of financial reporting excellence

FLAGSTAFF — For the 24th year in a row, Coconino Community College has received recognition for its financial responsibility to the public. CCC received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. The award…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau — Experience holidays, lights, and theatre with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights Discover Flagstaff publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and storefronts,…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Dec. 11 — CCC&Y to launch ‘Prevention Spotlight’ in 2020. Seeking partner submissions

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019Connections Spotlight CCC&Y to launch ‘Prevention Spotlight’ in 2020. Seeking partner submissions (Editor’s note: In January 2020, the Coconino Coaltion for Children & Youth will launch a new Prevention…

U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for Dec. 10 — Should Medicare be allowed to negotiate with drug companies?

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU Dear Friend, The skyrocketing cost of prescription drugs has become a crisis in this country, and is forcing many Arizona…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update — Oceanography Club Fundraiser at Wildflower (Dec. 10)

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook This Week’s Announcements Oceanography Club Fundraiser at Wildflower Tuesday Dec 10th • 4 – 8pm Proceeds support their club trip to California December 11 Media Center Opening & Parent Informational 6pm – 8pm December 13…

District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta — Annual Christmas Party and Crafts at Riordan Mansion State Historic Park (Dec. 7)

Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 County Community News and Updates Here are a few Holiday events happening around town to help you get into the Holiday Spirit. Visit our Website Annual Christmas Party and Crafts at…

Attracting students to policing, emergency services

FLAGSTAFF — The high school students listened intently to the 9-1-1 call. The woman told the dispatcher that her baby wasn’t breathing. The dispatcher, calmly, walked the mother through the steps of cardio-pulmonary resuscitation until emergency crews could arrive. “We are all…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau — Experience holidays, performances, and music with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…

KNAU update for Dec. 6 — Happy Holidays from Classical KNAU

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider – December 6th, 2019 Happy Holidays from Classical KNAU Monday starts one of our favorite Arizona Public Radio traditions: Special holiday programming in a world of genres. Storytelling, music and more. From…

Flagstaff Arts Council News & Events: December 2019

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   DECEMBER NEWS & EVENTS Stay up to date with events and opportunities from the Flagstaff Arts Council and our organizational partners! Art Market This Weekend! Saturday, 10a-5p & Sunday, 12p-4p Free to attend!…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Dec. 4 — Louge to take reins as Prevent Child Abuse Arizona director

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2019 Connections Spotlight  Louge to take reins as Prevent Child Abuse Arizona director Rebecca “Becky” Ruffner is about to start a new chapter in her life. As she…