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District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Coconino County’s Resources During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Coconino County is here to support our community during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The County has several resources for our community to use during this time.

You can visit our website by clicking here to see all the resources we are providing through Coconino County.

Below are some resources offered through the County as well as our community partners.

Arizona Gives Day is Tuesday, April 7

Dear CCC community partners and friends, Arizona Gives Day is an annual day of 24-hour online giving on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. The giving has already begun – to donate now, click the link below to support the Coconino Community…

United Way of Northern Arizona Awards $50,000 Grant to Flagstaff Family Food Center

United Way of Northern Arizona has recently awarded a $50,000 grant from its COVID-19 Fund to the Flagstaff Family Food Center (FFFC), a nonprofit meeting the challenges of COVID-19 by adapting how it provides services while dramatically expanding its services to those in need.

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau — Find virtual events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Virtual 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,…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Today is Census Day 2020! Fill out the census and get counted!

Today is Census Day 2020!

Fill out the census and get counted!

Coconino County Residents Count:
Fill out the 2020 Census!

What is the 2020 Census and Why is it Important?

The census aims to collect an accurate count of our population which determines federal funding for our communities for resources like schools, hospitals, fire departments, roads, etc. The census also helps determine federal funding in times of disaster like the COVID-19 pandemic or forest fires, as well as determines the amount of seats Arizona will have in the U.S. House of Representatives.

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler weekly update

Click here for the entire e-newsletter     April 1, 2020 COVID-19 Information March 26, 2020 County Board of Supervisors issue statement to close Grand Canyon National Park March 26, 2020 County announces changes to drive-up specimen collections sites March 25,…

Coconino Coaltion for Children & Youth — Understanding How Positive Community Factors Can Prevent Substance Abuse in Youth

The Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth (CCC&Y) strives to prevent substance abuse and other negative outcomes in adulthood by understanding the effects of childhood traumatic experience and mobilizing community action. Research shows that Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, contribute to the likelihood of addiction. Sadly, however, Arizona ranks higher than the national average for children who have experienced ACEs. These can include childhood traumas such as abuse and neglect. In fact, according to the Arizona ACE Consortium, “It is estimated that nearly 70,000 children in Arizona have more than five ACEs.”

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Coconino County Counts: Take the 2020 Census!

March 31, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Contact Us Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov Coconino County Counts: Take the 2020 Census! Coconino County…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Governor Issued Stay-at-Home Order for Arizona to Combat COVID-19 Spread

March 30, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Contact Us Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov Governor Issued Stay-at-Home Order for Arizona to Combat COVID-19…

Flagstaff Family Food Center Needs Volunteers

By the Flagstaff Family Food Center The Flagstaff Family Food Center needs volunteers. Most critical needs: Emergency Food Box Program: Tue-Sat 9am-1pm Sandwich Making: Daily 10am-2pm Grab-N-Go Dinner Service: Daily 3:30-6pm Sign up at www.hotfood.volunteerhub.com or call 928-526-2211

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Caring for Yourself and During This Time

March 25, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Contact Us Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov County adopts new office & building procedures County services…

Bilingual information: Coconino County Health officials confirm first death due to COVID-19

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) confirmed the first COVID-19 related death in Coconino County. The individual was a male in his 50s with underlying health conditions. CCHHS is working to identify and contact anyone who may…

Evidence of COVID-19 community transmission in Coconino County

County also changes specimen collection site and hours Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) officials have found evidence of community transmission of COVID-19 in Coconino County. Community transmission happens when there are confirmed cases of COVID-19 and there is…

Coconino County Health and Human Services offers COVID-19 recommendations

COCONINO COUNTY — Now that positive COVID-19 cases have been identified in our community, CCHHS recommends people follow CDC recommendations for communities experiencing an increase in community transmission. Moving forward, individuals experiencing mild respiratory illness, such as a mild fever or…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News

March 16, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Coconino County Confirms 2nd Presumptive Positive COVID 19 Case These are the new numbers today for Coconino County and the State of Arizona…

Bilingual report: Presumptive positive case of COVID-19 reported in Coconino County

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) confirmed the first presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Coconino County. The test was conducted by TGen North Clinical Laboratory. The individual is from the greater Flagstaff area and is over…

KNAU update for Oct. 11 — Hydrophobic Soil, Glen Canyon Native Species, and more.

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider – October 11th, 2019 Classical Music this week Northern Arizona’s year-long celebration of the Grand Canyon Centennial continues Sunday with something very special: A live broadcast of the U.S. Army Field…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler — Court is Adjourned!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   September 25, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up!…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler — Coconino County offices closed for Labor Day

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   August 27, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up!…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for July 16 — 2019 Public Service Recognition Award Winners

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   July 16, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up!…

Coconino County confirms first flu cases of the 2018-19 season

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials announced that two cases of influenza have been confirmed in Coconino County. Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) officials announced that two cases of influenza have been confirmed…

Northern Arizona Interfaith Council update for Sept. 5

Good Morning NAIC Leaders, We are almost exactly two months away from our Midterm Elections 2018 and much must be done to ensure everyone powerfully flexes their voting muscles at the local, state, and national level. Those same muscles need to be…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 29

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   August 29, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Evening Halloween Tours Parenting Arizona- Parenting Class 2017 Grandparents Summit Kid’s Club: Birds, Bees, and Butterflies Science Saturday at Willow Bend! Family Music Classes…

Register Now for the March 30th “2017 Child Abuse Prevention Luncheon and Conference”

 Purchase 2017 Child Abuse Prevention Conference or Luncheon Tickets In recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, CCC&Y will present the 2017 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference and Luncheon — “Strengthening Ourselves, Families and Communities,” at the Little America, Flagstaff March 30th, 2017.Claire Louge, of Prevent…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 28

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 Donate to the Child Abuse Prevention Fund on your Taxes!…

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…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates ‘2016 Summertime Tardeada’

FLAGSTAFF — Even a little rain could not deter the celebrants and entertainers at the third annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklorico Festival” held Saturday, June 25 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the event…

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

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 9 Click here to see the latest newsletter. Pregnancy & Postpartum Wellness Group for Women: May 11th Next Kinship Workshop: May 12th Page Public Library…

CCC Governing Board launches presidential search

Move follows the selection of Veronica Hipolito as the CCC Interim President FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Community College District Governing Board Chair Patricia Garcia on July 8 announced that the search for CCC’s next president has begun. The CCC District Governing…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present ‘Summertime Tardeada’ on June 27 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church

FLAGSTAFF, AZ  — Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invite the public to attend its second annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada” fiesta from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 27 to celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots.…

Mercado de los Sueños getting ready for Mother’s Day

FLAGSTAFF — Children are invited to bring their piggy banks to the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to buy a unique gift for mom, organizers reported in a media release. “There are many possible gifts at a variety…

Next ‘Paint & Wine in the Pines’ to be held May 1 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center

FLAGSTAFF — The next ‘Paint & Wine in the Pines’ will be held at 6:15 p.m. Friday, May 1 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Artist Vangie Rodriguez will lead you…

CHAC to present inaugural ‘César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast’ on March 27

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will present its inaugural “César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast” from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Friday, March 27 at Tacos Los Altos Westside, 2500 S. Woodlands Village Blvd., Flagstaff. The event will honor Hispanic…

Bilingual report: Arizona Dreamers in Action to hold forum on President Obama’s executive action on immigration on Dec. 13

FLAGSTAFF — Arizona Dreamers in Action will hold a forum on President Obama’s executive action on immigration from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 at Coconino High School, 2801 Isabel St., Flagstaff. “We invite the community to attend, inform and…

Guest commentary: Babysitter or an educator?

A tour of the Kith and Kin Project in Flagstaff By Cynthia Pardo / First Things First “Hay muchas cosas que devemos a aprender, como, escuchar a nuestros hijos, involucrarlos en todo para que aprendan a desenvolverse major,” said Ms.…

‘Paint & Wine in the Pines’ beginning art class to be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center on Dec. 5

CLICK HERE TO RSVP, MAKE PAYMENT FOR DEC. 5, 2014 ART CLASS FLAGSTAFF —  The next ‘Paint & Wine in the Pines’ beginning art class @ Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday,…

November cover story: Season of giving begins in Northern Arizona

While donations, volunteers are welcomed during the holidays, officials say need must be met throughout the entire year By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ Right after Halloween thoughts start turning toward Thanksgiving, Christmas and other holidays. You can’t escape it…

‘Market on the Move’ comes to Flagstaff on May 7

FLAGSTAFF — Market on the Move, a farmer’s market-style program where community members can get up to 60 pounds of fresh produce for a $15 donation, is coming to Flagstaff from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 7 at Killip…

February cover story / Portada: A romantic time of year

February is a perfect time to think about romance, finalizing wedding plans Editor’s note: Time is running short to finalize both your plans for a romantic Valentine’s Day and be more creative as you finalize plans for your wedding. Here…

Family / Familia: Overnight accommodations for wedding guests

By Metro Editorial Services (MS) When your parents or grandparents got married, there was a good chance that their closest relatives and friends lived nearby – in the neighborhood. Attending the wedding was easy, and everyone headed home afterward. This…

Fashion / Moda: Expert tips for special-occasion hair styles

By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Special occasions and parties crop up over the course of a typical year. Be it weddings, birthday parties or anniversary galas, friends and families often gather to celebrate especially momentous events. Part of the excitement…

Technology / Tecnología: Women surpass men in tech buys

By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Though men might be more commonly associated with buying gadgets, the tech industry is not as much of a boy’s club as one may think. Aside from one consumer electronic category, women are the consumers…