FLAGSTAFF — NO DREAM DEFERRED will present a “Deferred Action Application Drive” on Saturday, Sept. 28 at Killip Elementary School, 2300 E. 6th Ave., Flagstaff. Held in collaboration with Arizona DREAMers in Action. Contact 810-373-2691 if you have questions about…
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Our Lady of Guadalupe community family photo scanning day to be held Sept. 29
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, in cooperation with other community groups, will present a “Community Historic Family Photo Scanning Day” from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cultural Center — “The Basement,” 224…
Ballet Folklórico de Colores to present folklorico dance groups from Oaxaca on Sept. 19
FLAGSTAFF — Ballet Folklórico de Colores — Flagstaff will present a free* dance performance by Grupo Folklorico de Oaxaca Asociación Civil, directora Teresa Ochoa, and Compañía de Danza Regional de Puebla, director Jorge Armando Castenada, from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday,…
Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) to hold special meeting on Sept. 18
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold a special meeting to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 at the under renovation Our Lady of Guadalupe Cultural Center — “The Basement,” 224 So.…
Reminder: Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces fundraiser all day at Someburros! on Sept. 16
Have a great meal and support a good cause For every meal purchased through 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 16, Someburros! will donate 20 percent of the proceeds to the Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces Heritage Fund for use in the renovation of…
CollegeAmerica Fall Resource Fair draws crowd
Click on the image to see a slideshow from the CollegeAmerica Fall Resource Fair AmigosNAZ staff report FLAGSTAFF — The first impression that something was going on at the CollegeAmerica campus on east Route 66 were the two radio remote…
Route 66 Days returns to Flagstaff (Part 1)
Click on the image to see a slideshow of 50 photographs taken during the 9th annual Route 66 Days Charity Car Show. AmigosNAZ staff report FLAGSTAFF — The website of the www.route66carclub.com club said “Rain or Shine,” the 9th annual Route 66 Days Charity…
Route 66 Days returns to Flagstaff (Part 2)
Click on the image to see a slideshow of 50 photographs taken during the 9th annual Route 66 Days Charity Car Show. AmigosNAZ staff report FLAGSTAFF — The website of the www.route66carclub.com club said “Rain or Shine,” the 9th annual Route 66…
Al Hurricane entertains the crowd at the 2013 Coconino County Fair
Click on the image to see a slideshow from the performance. Hover over each image to see a description. By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ With half the band stuck in a major traffic jam on Interstate 40 near Holbrook,…
September Cover Story / Portada: Bringing a historic legacy back to life
Renovation begins at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cultural Center — ‘The Basement’ By Star Hunter / AmigosNAZ It started out as a casual comment during a meeting: “The Father wants to see if the group wanted to help renovate the…
Commentary / Comentario: Starting school off right
By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ It was Aug. 21, nearly one month after the start of school and the annual W.F. Killip Elementary School open house was in full swing in the Sunnyside neighborhood of Flagstaff. It seemed like…
Local / Locales
Following a thorough review and input from community stakeholders, the Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) will continue to offer dental clinic services for the public, Coconino County officials reported in a media release. The CCPHSD Dental Clinic offers…
Commentary / Comentario: Dealing with floods; back-to-school issues
By Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta / Coconino County District 2 Supervisor Coconino Flood Mitigation: It’s a sunny day in Flagstaff and the soft crunching of sand is heard along with the humming of truck engines and the chatter of volunteers at…
Travel / Viajes: Spain pilgrimage draws seekers
By Stacey Wittig / Vagabonding Chica – Travel Writer Discovery is what I love most about traveling. When I have a tentative agenda, I have time to stumble upon new places. Once on foreign soil, I seek out events or…
Health / Salud: Help make your child’s school healthier
Por Metro Editorial Services (MS) Because children spend most of their time in classrooms, schools are an ideal setting for healthy behaviors to be taught and modeled. Therefore, parents are speaking up and getting involved in an effort to improve…
Technology / Tecnología: How to cut costs on data plans
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) There have been a number of must-have trends throughout history. While in years past the hottest commodity was the in-demand toy or gaming system, today people cannot seem to get enough of their technological gadgets,…
Food / Cocina: How to disinfect water in the case of an emergency
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) When a weather emergency occurs, the effects can prove devastating. Natural disasters like hurricanes have turned cities upside down, floods have caused the deaths of thousands and snowstorms have shut communities down for days. A…
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates culture with picnic / dance
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces presented its annual “Hispanic Pioneer Reunion” on Aug. 24, 2013 at Fort Tuthill County Park, following by a dance featuring Tejano Music Award nominees Grupo XS at the American Legion in Flagstaff. Click on the image to see…
Cover Story / Portada: Sunnyside continues to build a strong community
Organizers say much work remains to keep area heading in right direction By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ Maybe it’s a case that success breeds complacency — that the hard work has already been done and there is no urgency…
Commentary / Comentario: Youth and our future
By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ We must provide all young people with the tools they need to succeed in school along with career opportunities so they can become a key part of the region’s vibrant economy. Part one of…
Local / Locales
The Coconino County Public Health Services District will host Back to School Vaccination Clinics from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 7 and 14 at the Coconino Public Health Services District, 2625 No. King St., Flagstaff. All required vaccinations for…
Commentary / Comentario: Time to enjoy upcoming summer events
By Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta / Coconino County District 2 Supervisor Make sure to make the most of your summer by going out and enjoying what our county has to offer! Here are some fun and healthy events for all ages.…
Travel / Viajes: Extend your summer
By Stacey Wittig / Vagabonding Chica – Travel Writer When the long-anticipated Cars Land opened in June 2012 at Disney California Adventure Park, avid fans waited six to seven hours to experience new, exciting rides at the 12-acre theme land.…
Health / Salud: Too much of a good thing?
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Millions of people regularly take one or more vitamin supplements daily. Many perceive vitamins as the way to combat nutritional deficiency from a poor or inadequate diet. With so many in the population leading busy…
Technology / Tecnología: Simple ways to soundproof a home
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Advancements in technology have made it easier than ever before for homeowners to create a mini movie theater in the comfort of their own homes. The affordability of home-theater systems and big-screen televisions, once deemed…
Finance / Finanzas: Home improvements eligible for tax breaks or rebates
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Homeowners often look to make improvements to their homes to improve aesthetics, save money or make their homes more energy efficient. What they may not know is that certain home improvements may qualify them for manufacturer…
Food / Cocina: Enjoy dairy for good health
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) To some people, dairy’s reputation for contributing to high cholesterol and weight gain is a misconception that’s hard to let go of. But dairy’s detractors should know the right dairy products enjoyed in moderation can…
Cover Story / Portada: Area food providers working to feed region’s need
Feeding the hungry remains a year-round challenge for many groups By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ Holiday canned food drives, free turkey dinners and other events during the winter months are how most people see the issue of hunger in America. Make…
Commentary / Comentario: Hispanics + education = ?
By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ Less than half (47 percent) of Coconino County students were ready for kindergarten, according to the “Coconino Community Education Report 2013” released in May by the United Way of Northern Arizona and a host…
Local / Locales
Expect More Arizona recently visited Flagstaff during its Expect More Excellence Tour to present Spotlight Awards to the Flagstaff Arts and Literacy Academy and to Read On Flagstaff, a collaborative literacy project supported by the United Way of Northern Arizona…
Commentary / Comentario: Seeking to diversify representation
Editor’s note: This profile serves as a introduction to Second District Supervisor Elizabeth “Liz” Archuleta, who will be writing a regular column on issues and events impacting the local Latino community. By Martin Montes de Oca / Guest contributor When…
Travel / Viajes: ‘Gucci’ camping on the Inca Trail
By Stacey Wittig / Vagabonding Chica – Travel Writer The remote ruins of Machu Picchu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Peru, can be reached by train. However, the hardy – may I add fool-hardy? – prefer the road less…
Health / Salud: Living with fibromyalgia
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Few look forward to getting older, and that is largely because of the toll the aging process can take on the human body. While certain conditions may be largely associated with the senior population, middle-age…
Technology / Tecnología: Beware buying medicines online
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) The Internet has made it possible for consumers to buy just about anything without ever leaving their homes. Whether looking for a pizza or a car, consumers can find whatever they need with a few…
Finance / Finanzas: Simple ways to improve fuel economy
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) The economy might be slowly recovering, but saving money is still foremost on the minds of many people. Men and women have looked to save money in a variety of ways, including at the gas…
Food / Cocina: Beef cuts made easy
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Millions of people enjoy meals centered around beef. There are several different cuts of beef and having so many different offerings available at the meat market can make it confusing to the average consumer. It’s…
AmigosNAZ’s cover story featured on Latina Lista
Latina Lista — The Smart News Source, has featured AmigosNAZ on its website. The June cover story, “Latinos to play important role in Arizona’s future,” was highlighted on Latina Lista’s website on June 17. Latina Lista is published by Marisa Treviño, president…
Bilingual report: Latinos to play important role in state’s future
Improving student achievement, developing new leaders will be key to Arizona’s success By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ A vibrant Arizona of the future will require a strong investment in the state’s educational system. But party politics and a focus on…
Bilingual report: CHAC invites you every month starting July 1
By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ While we have recently enjoyed a month of significant cultural events (such as Flagstaff’s Fiesta de Mayo, NAU’s Hispanic Convocation), issues that affect the Hispanic community in the region remain with us all year…
Local / Locales
Killip Elementary School and its principal, Joe Gutierrez, received the NAU Social and Behavioral Sciences Community Partners organization and individual awards from Miguel Vasquez of the NAU Anthropology Dept., and Luis Fernandez, director of the NAU Sustainable Communities Program, for…
Health / Salud: Glaucoma does not always exhibit symptoms
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) As the human body ages, certain things might not work as well as they used to. Though no two individuals are the same, there are certain things people expect to deal with as they age.…
Technology / Tecnología: Preserve digital photos, family memories
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) The advent of digital photo technology has revolutionized the way most people take photos. Although there are many advantages ti digital photography, the potential for digital images to disappear in a moment makes preserving them…
Travel / Viajes: Off the beaten path: Discovering Tubac
By Stacey Wittig / Vagabonding Chica – Travel Writer Tubac, Arizona was established by the King of Spain as a presidio in 1752, thirty years before the Santa Barbara Royal Presidio. Tubac, the first European settlement in Arizona, is known…
Finance / Finanzas: Is a wedding loan for you?
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Engaged couples about to take a trip down the aisle are increasingly choosing to pay for the wedding themselves. Where it used to be tradition for the bride’s parents to handle the bill for the…
Food / Cocina: Look to Latin cooking to improve health
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) There has been much interest in Mediterranean cuisine and its possible medical benefits. However, individuals who prefer the spice and flair of Latin dishes may also be better for it with respect to their health. There…
Flagstaff honors veterans, active service members with Armed Forces Day Parade
Flagstaff recognized Armed Forces Day on May 18, 2013 with a parade in downtown Flagstaff, Northern Arizona. The parade was followed by the Veterans Stand Down at American Legion Post 3 and the Armed Forces Day Military & Veterans Expo…
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, others recognize Armed Forces Day
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces presented its Hispanic veterans information table at Wheeler Park. Flagstaff celebrated Armed Forces Day on May 18, 2013 with a parade in downtown Flagstaff, the Northern Arizona Veterans Stand Down at American Legion Post 3 and the Armed…
Sunnyside Neighborhood Association celebrates 18th annual Fiesta de Mayo in Flagstaff
The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association celebrated its 18th annual Fiesta de Mayo on May 11-12 at Ponderosa Park in Flagstaff. The event featured a variety of musical entertainment, from folklorico performances to rock, conjunto, a car show, food, arts and crafts…
NAU students celebrate with 2013 Hispanic Convocation / Graduación Hispana
Northern Arizona University presented its annual Hispanic Convocation / Graduación Hispana on May 9, 2013. Click on the image to see a slideshow from the celebration. Hover over each image to see a description.
Sedona’s Tlaquepaque celebrates Cinco de Mayo with entertainment, chili cook-off
Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village in Sedona celebrated Cinco de May with entertainment and the Great Sedona Chili Cook-off on May 4, 2013, with proceeds to benefit the Rotary Club of Sedona’s many service programs. Click on the image to…
Dancing Across Borders fundraiser for No More Deaths
They danced the night away to benefit those who need help. The 6th annual “Dancing Across Borders” fundraiser, to benefit No More Deaths, was held Saturday, April 27 at Transzend Studio in Flagstaff. Click on the image to see a…
Bilingual report: Month of May brings wealth of cultural events to NAZ region
Fiesta de Mayo, graduation, parades among activities By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ While Madison Avenue continues to push Cinco de Mayo as a time to let loose and party until you drop, members of local organizations are busy planning…
Bilingual commentary: Cinco de Mayo. Not Cinco de Drinko
Editor’s note: As the Cinco de Mayo holiday approaches, here’s a recent column I wrote about the ongoing war betwen cultural identity vesus American marketing. By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ A cultural battle is being waged on the streets…
Local / Locales
The contentious, and at times faceless and obsure, immigration debate was brought home to an audience of more than 100 people at Northern Arizona University with a family in tears coping with an uncertain future. As they await an immigration…
Health / Salud: What to do when beginning an exercise regimen
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Though it’s noble to want to lose weight and improve health, regardless of what time of year it is, there are precautions men and women should take before beginning a new exercise regimen. • Visit…
Health / Salud: U.S. Hispanics open up about oral health care
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Unlike years past, the public now has a wealth of information regarding the importance of oral care at their disposal. However, one demographic group may still be lacking in basic oral health knowledge and access…
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…
Finance / Finanzas: Live comfortably on a budget
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Seniors are one of the fastest-growing segments of the population, as medical advancements have increased life expectancies considerably. Many Baby Boomers have entered retirement age and are joining the ranks of other seniors on fixed…
Home / Casa: Factors that might hurt a home’s value
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Nowadays, homeowners looking to sell their homes know it’s not as easy to do as it might have been a few years ago. A struggling economy has made it difficult for many homeowners to sell…
Food / Cocina: Soup for Cinco de Mayo
By Metro Editorial Services (MS) Though Americans enjoy celebrating Cinco de Mayo, in Mexico the holiday is primarily limited to the state of Puebla. It was in Puebla where General Ignacio Zaragoza led a heavily outnumbered militia to an unlikely…