Managing this fire to allow it to consume hazardous forest fuels such as pine needles, cones, and dead wood, which will help create a buffer in an area that is typically susceptible to the direction of catastrophic wildfires during traditional southwest winds. In the long run, the treatment this fire provides will help protect residents, the surrounding community, powerlines, and the airport.
Also stop by the Coconino County booth near the fair’s north entrance to learn more about the county’s Diversity Councils (African Diaspora Advisory Council, the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) and the Indigenous Peoples Advisory Council).
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff’s Ballet Folklorico de Colores, The Outlaw Mariachi, Emotion Tropical and La Brazza Norteña will perform during the the 75th annual Coconino County Fair at Fort Tuthill, Flagstaff.
The Coconino County Fair will be held Labor Day weekend starting 10 a.m. Friday Aug. 30 through 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2, 2024.
Entertainment on the Main Stage on Friday, Aug. 30 includes:
8:00 PM – The Outlaw Mariachi (Website | Facebook | Instagram)
Performances on the Main Stage on Sunday, Sept. 1 include:
10:45 AM – Flagstaff’s Ballet Folklorico de Colores (Website | Facebook)
6:00 PM – Emocion Tropical (Facebook)
8:00 PM – La Brazza Norteña (Instagram | Facebook)
Coconino County has been notified by the United States Forest Service that the hauling of uranium ore from Pinyon Plain Mine near Grand Canyon National Park to White Mesa Mill in Utah began this morning.
The haul route begins south on SR 64 to Williams, heads east on Interstate 40 through Flagstaff, then north on US 89 to Tuba City, and then northeast on US 160. A map with the route indicated by the red and purple lines is attached.
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino National Forest fire managers will begin preparing this summer for the upcoming Timberline prescribed burn project adjacent to the Timberline community northeast of Flagstaff, which burn will be conducted at later dates between mid-October and mid-November.
Residents will begin to see dozers and personnel working in the forest around the prescribed burn area throughout the summer as they prepare the landscape for a safe and successful burn.
This 1,730-acre project is important as it will remove forest fuels in strategic areas, helping mitigate and protect the Timberline-Fernwood and surrounding communities from future extreme wildfires.
FLAGSTAFF — A new fuels reduction project, slated to begin next week, will work to protect communities northeast of Flagstaff from future catastrophic wildfire while restoring forest land to a healthier condition.
The Coconino National Forest’s Flagstaff Ranger District (FRD) will begin work on the Timberline Wupatki Trails Hazardous Fuels Reduction project Monday.
“We’re looking forward to adding another layer of risk reduction to the Timberline and Wupatki Trails communities by proactively taking this initiative,” said District Ranger Matt McGrath. “This project is just one small part of our overall commitment to Wildfire Crisis Strategy work.”
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino National Forest fire managers will begin conducting the Mint West prescribed burn project this weekend to help protect communities from catastrophic wildfires and improve the health of the forest.
The Mint West project is slated to begin Saturday, May 18 and is located 25 miles south of Flagstaff. Smoke impacts may occur along Lake Mary Road and in the Mormon Lake Village area.
Plans for prescribed burns often change quickly since they are dependent upon weather conditions and wind predictions. Details and updates about all prescribed burns can be found at inciweb.wildfire.gov. Planned prescribed burn projects will always be canceled if weather conditions – such as temperature, wind and humidity – do not meet the criteria outlined in the burn plan.
FLAGSTAFF — Join the Comprehensive Plan Update Open House! Drop-in, Get Involved, Stay Informed from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 30 at the Thomas Auditorium, 2500 N. Fort Valley Road, Flagstaff.
Review what we’ve heard from county communities and the results of our community engagement efforts, provide feedback, enjoy refreshments, enter a raffle drawing!
FLAGSTAFF — In recognition of November as Native American Heritage Month, the City of Flagstaff and the the Office of Indigenous Initiatives will present a viewing of “Out There: Crimes of the Paranormal, the Shape-Shifting Defense,” at noon Thursday, Nov. 21 at the Flagstaff Aquaplex.
The episode features the murder of Sarah Saganitso, Navajo, in Flagstaff and reveals a continued fight for justice for Missing & Murdered Indigenous People.
We will have a family member of the late Ms. Saganitso and support relatives who will be available for Q & A.
FLAGSTAFF — A prescribed burn will be conducted by the Flagstaff Fire Department on Observatory Mesa on Wednesday, Nov. 15. The burn will target approximately 168 acres. Resources on scene will include two type 6 engines, one type 3 engine, two utility task vehicles with water pumps, the Bear Jaw Wildland Crew and the Flagstaff Fire Department Wildland Crew.
Residents and visitors can expect smoke to be visible in the area. Smoke is expected to drift in a north/ northeast direction during the day over the Coconino Estates neighborhood and the area north of the hospital. At night, smoke is expected to settle in and around Thorpe Park. The Observatory Mesa FUTS trail will be closed between Road 515 and Road 515A. Recreators should avoid the area.
Come celebrate Juneteenth with a variety of events in Flagstaff.
The Juneteenth celebration commemorates the day Texas slaves learned of the Emancipation Proclamation, granting them freedom. Juneteenth today, celebrates African American freedom and achievement, while encouraging continuous self-development and respect for all cultures.
Events begin with the 2nd Annual Southside Community Association’s “Lived Black Experience Project” Juneteenth Community Awards at 5 p.m. Friday, June 16, 2023 at the Doubletree by Hilton, 1175 W. Route 66, Flagstaff. Ticket sales have ended.
The annual Celebrate Juneteenth event with music performances, food, games and vendors will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 17 at the Flagstaff Murdoch Center, 203 E. Brannen Ave., Flagstaff.
The Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta County Park in Flagstaff has won both the Crescordia Award for Environmental Education and Communication and the Award of Distinction for Art in Public Places at the Arizona Forward Gala on April 29th.
The Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta County Park provides gardens, watchable wildlife, education, and multicultural art to the Sawmill neighborhood community and beyond. Elizabeth Archuleta was instrumental in creating the park to honor the community and the sawmill worker heritage in the area. Ms. Archuleta was the first Latina elected to the Board of Supervisors and served as District 2 Supervisor for 25 years. The site was officially dedicated as a Coconino County Park on June 20, 2003, originally as Sawmill Multicultural Art and Nature County Park. Coconino County Parks and Recreation honored Archuleta’s commitment to our community by renaming the former Sawmill County Park in her honor in August of 2022.
The Flagstaff annual Cinco de Mayo celebration will be held from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, May 5 at the American Legion — Mark A Moore Post 3, 204 W. Birch Ave., Flagstaff.
Hosted by the Auxiliary and Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the event includes a dinner ($12) from 5 to 6:30 p.m., and the dance from 7 to 11 p.m.
Coconino County’s Administrative Offices at 219 E. Cherry Ave. and the County Attorney’s Office at 110 E. Cherry Ave. will be closed in observance of the Veterans Day holiday Friday, November 11, 2022. Offices will return to regular operation on Monday.
Full Park, parking lot, ramada, restroom closure at Buffalo Park on Tuesday, September 13, and Wednesday, September 14 as construction activities occur for the Arizona State Parks Grant for the Buffalo Park Trail Accessibility project.
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. We depend on the many generous contributions of time, blood, and money from the American public to support our lifesaving services and programs.
At the Red Cross, there is no such thing as a small disaster. In every single case it is the Red Cross’ mission to help people affected by disaster meet their emergency needs that include shelter, food, clothing, and health and mental health services. As a paid staff member, you will support our loyal Red Cross disaster volunteers who serve selflessly to provide a bridge of assistance until individuals and families can resume a normal life.
Community members are preventing type 2 diabetes together with the FREE PreventT2 lifestyle change program offered by North Country HealthCare. Guided by a trained lifestyle coach, groups of participants are learning the skills they need to make lasting changes such as losing a modest amount of weight, being more physically active, and managing stress.
The Jay Lively Activity Center, which is the City’s ice rink, will begin a tiered reopening on Oct. 12 at 12 p.m. The center will only open to the following groups: Flagstaff Avalanche High School Hockey, Flagstaff Figure Skating Club, Flagstaff Youth Hockey Association, and Just for Fun Hockey Club, based on rental agreements and ice time reservations. During the first tier of reopening, the ice arena will not be open to the general public.
Flagstaff’s Mayor Coral Evans is joining mayors across the country in challenging their residents to conserve water, energy and other natural resources on behalf of their city through a series of informative, easy-to-use pledges online by taking part in the annual Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. Residents are encouraged to pledge online at mywaterpledge.com.
The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for an extended closure of the Fourth Street bridge over Interstate 40 from 8 p.m. Friday, July 17, to 5 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, as work continues on the bridge replacement project.
Pedestrians, bicyclists and emergency vehicles will have access across Fourth Street during the 17-day closure.
During the extended closure of Fourth Street, the following traffic restrictions on I-40 also will be in place:
At Home with The Orpheum Theaterpresents the first streaming concert broadcast live on Facebook through the Orpheum’s page with Flagstaff band, Tow’rs on Saturday, May 2, 2020 at 8:00 p.m.
The first episode of At Home with The Orpheum Theater is made possible by Discover Flagstaff and generous contributions. This series of live streaming concerts will be produced on the Orpheum Theater stage in downtown Flagstaff.
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff will start a 60-day public review of the draft Southside Community Plan on Dec. 6, 2019. A community plan is used to inform future public projects, rezoning cases, and updates to codes and regulations. Nothing presented in the…
FLAGSTAFF — Switzer Canyon and Turquoise Roundabout construction: Location: Switzer Canyon Drive Date: June 17, 2019 through July 8, 2019 Details: Traffic re-routing on Switzer Canyon Drive will start June 17, 2019 to complete construction of a roundabout at the intersection…
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Municipal Courthouse that will be open to the public on May 30 at 10:30. The facility is set to open spring 2020. The new, three-story, $19.5…
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff and the Flagstaff Biking Organization will host a Savvy Cyclist class on May 22 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at the Flagstaff City Hall (211 West Aspen Ave.) The course will cover the basics…
FLAGSTAFF — In an effort to decrease Flagstaff’s recycling contamination rates, city staff and trained volunteers will begin inspecting the contents of residents’ recycling bins. On the days of recycling service, residents may see staff or volunteers looking in neighborhood recycling…
FLAGSTAFF — Residents of the city of Flagstaff can dispose of fresh-cut Christmas trees by utilizing the city’s treecycling program. While fresh-cut trees have a short life-span during the holiday season, the treecycling program chips them, uses them as mulch at…
Photos by Frank X. Moraga ©2018 AmigosNAZ.com FLAGSTAFF — From the annual Holiday Parade of Lights to performances of the Nutcracker Ballet, the holiday season has arrived in Flagstaff and elsewhere in Northern Arizona. The celebration began early on…
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff has partnered with Flagstaff Shelter Services to provide emergency winter overflow shelter bed capacity. The overflow capacity opened Oct. 16. “One exposure death is too many. We are committed to providing resources and awareness to…
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 5, 2018 Resource Library for Educators Did you know that the Coconino County Education Service Agency (CCESA) has a resource library for educators? Educators are able to check-out professional reading materials, science equipment, STEM…
FLAGSTAFF — Latino Outdoors presents “Lava River Cave Hike,” 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, meeting at the lava river cave parking area. Join Latino Outdoors and the Flagstaff Festival of Science for a guided hike in the lava river cave! Educational:…
Lights on! Celebrate Out-of-School Time at this free family carnival! Events: Climbing wall Carnival games Prize drawing every hour Free pizza 11:30am – 1pm Kiddie caboose trackless train When: Saturday, Sept 8, 2018 10am – 2pm Where: Bushmaster Park 3150 N Alta…
County Superintendent of Schools seeks Arguments ‘For’ and ‘Against’ questions On Tuesday, November 6, 2018, Coconino County voters within the Flagstaff Unified School District #1 (FUSD) will consider an override and special bond election, and those living in Grand Canyon…
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff’s Office of Labor Standards will be hosting community trainings on minimum wage standards. Trainings will focus on tipped employee regulations or records retention as it pertains to the Flagstaff minimum wage law. Trainings will be…
FLAGSTAFF — Please share these important winter travel and safety reminders: Be prepared:Travel with cold weather necessities including plenty of gas in the tank, fully charged cell phone, supply of drinking water, flashlight, and extra batteries. Be sure to pack…
FLAGSTAFF — You are invited to join us at the Market of Dreams the third Friday of each month from 5pm to 8pm for an evening of local Art, Music and Food. Te invitamos al Mercado de Los Sueños el tercer viernes de cada mes de 5pm-8pm para una velada de arte local, música y comida. Featured artist on Jan. 19 is the…
FLAGSTAFF — Attend the Flagstaff City Council Skate at the Station ribbon cutting event on Friday, December 8, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. located at the Flagstaff Visitor Center (One E. Route 66.) Flagstaff’s newest holiday attraction, Skate at the Station, is in the heart of…
Please join Coconino County Parks & Recreation for the Historic Fort Tuthill Quad Dedication at 10a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 15 at Fort Tuthill County Park. The dedication will celebrate the renovation of the Historic Quad, a site that served as…
Special Market on the Move! Two days this week! Wednesday from 2pm to 5pm and Saturday from 10am to 2pm! At the Market of Dreams, 2532 E. 7th Ave. 60 pounds of fresh, in-season produce for $15! ¡ mercado especial…
By Frank X. Moraga • AmigosNAZ It’s Cinco de Mayo weekend and folks are getting ready to celebrate and recognize the holiday in their own way. For some, the holiday is just another reason to head to the local bar and…
FLAGSTAFF — New adaptive playground equipment will be installed at Thorpe Park (191 N. Thorpe Rd.) from May 15 to June 26, 2017. This will be the first playground in the City of Flagstaff with a unitary surface (rubberized) that allows for…
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced the City Council agenda for upcoming Flagstaff City Council meeting. Please note, meeting location has been changed to Coconino County Board of Supervisors Chamber, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff. May 2, 2017 6…
PHOENIX — Consulado General de México en Phoenix Eventos: (29 de abril — Consulado Móvil / Flagstaff)
FLAGSTAFF — The next Indigenous Community Forum will focus on Police & Criminal Justice from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 5 at Flagstaff High School, in the Common Area. Organizers report this will be an opportunity for dialog and collaboration.…
FLAGSTAFF — Looking for holiday gifts? Support the Market of Dreams with this fantastic pottery – limited time only! A local pottery artisan has donated a collection of handcrafted, one of a kind pottery to the Market of Dreams as a…
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff is proud to announce the Grand Opening of the Outdoor Fitness Area at Bushmaster Park. As part of the Bushmaster Park expansion, the City has completed the installation of an ADA accessible outdoor fitness area…
Everyone is invited to a leather-working class for beginners. You will leave with something you make on Saturday, April 9 from noon until 3 p.m. at the Market of Dreams, 2532 E. 7th Avenue, Flagstaff. This hands-on class is for…
FLAGSTAFF — Raices: Afro-Mexican Identities Across Borders to present “Gilberto Guitierrez of Son Jarocho group Mono Blanco” April 1, 2 in Flagstaff. Son Jarocho is a participatory music and dance practice native to the state of Veracruz, Mexico that blends indigenous Mexican, African…
— Friends of Flagstaff’s Future FLAGSTAFF — The City Council will hear the first public comment on the The Hub, a massive, dormitory-style student housing project proposed for the Mikes Pike/Phoenix Avenue area, starting Tuesday, 2/23 at 6 pm. F3 is opposed…
FLAGSTAFF — The Market of Dreams / Mercado de Sueños Market of Dreams will present its “Festival of Dreams” featuring live music, local artisans, crafters and food vendors from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21 at 2532 E. 7th…
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños has announced its February calendar of business classes, workshops and community events. Click here to see the entire calendar.
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Community Liaison Committee will hold first community gathering at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10 at the Murdoch Center, 203 E. Brannen Ave., Flagstaff. The event will allow the community to: Meet the volunteer members…
FLAGSTAFF — The community honored Day of the Dead / Día de los Muertos with a procession in downtown Flagstaff to the Shrine at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Nov. 2, 2015. The Arizona Daily Sun estimated that…
FLAGSTAFF — Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona has plans to work with Sunnyside residents for years to come. “Our aim is to support residents toward goals for their families and community,” the organization reported in a media release. “We invite…
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…
FLAGSTAFF — Community Radio station KSZN-Flagstaff 101.5 FM, Radio Sunnyside is selecting and training program hosts, organizers reported in a media release. The station is tentatively scheduled to go on the air in late May, organizers reported in a Facebook post.…
FLAGSTAFF — Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona will conduct block observations in the Sunnyside neighborhood of Flagstaff on Saturday, April 25, the organization reported in a media release. “We will be taking notes solely on the physical aspects of each…
From AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — Organizers report that the Market on the Move event scheduled for Wednesday, April 15 has been canceled. The event was canceled because the group was not able to secure enough produce. The May event are…
FLAGSTAFF — The NAU Immigration Awareness Series will present “An Evening with Margaret Regan” at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 2 in Liberal Arts 120, Building 18. Regan will read from her new book, Detained and Deported: Stories of Immigrant Families under…
Community members also urged to sign petition supporting DREAMers AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — The Northern Arizona Interfaith Council has signed a petition asking the Board of Regents to allow DREAMers to pay in-state tuition, the organization reported in a media…
