Click here for the latest NAU News Friday, Oct. 6 Washington Center honors NAU with prestigious civic engagement award The award recognizes NAU’s partnership with Northern Arizona Healthcare to reduce health disparities among Arizona’s Latino, Native American and rural populations.…
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Inside Coconino update for Oct. 6
Greetings Coconino County! I am Rashida Suminski, the Public Fiduciary Director for Coconino County. I recently joined the County on May 30, 2017, where I have the pleasure to continue my role as the Public Fiduciary…
Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project five-year anniversary celebration to be held Oct. 13
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project (FWPP) is celebrating its five-year anniversary with a special community event on Oct. 13, from 6-7 p.m. at Mother Road Brewery, located at 7 S. Mikes Pike. The FWPP was approved by city voters…
Oct. 7 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘My Fraud Prevention Strategy’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be MY FRAUD PREVENTION STRATEGY. With the help of our guests, we will address common scams and fraud (including the Equifax breach), describe con artists’ tactics, and offer a fraud…
KNAU update for Oct. 6
Click here for the latest KNAU news Thank you for your support! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – October 6th, 2017…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Oct. 5
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth October 5, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates October — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October — Page Public Library announces…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Oct. 4
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Donate Now In This Issue 2017 Livable Community Award Nominees Indigenous Circle of Flagstaff presents at Oct. 10th Council Meeting F3 Gala is just around the corner – exciting entertainment, good food, and great…
Local First ARIZONA: Free Webinar: Holiday Marketing for Rural Businesses, plus upcoming events
The Arizona Rural Development Council (AZRDC) and Local First Arizona Foundation offer a monthly webinar series, Solutions for Rural Development,stemming from discussions at the annual Rural Policy Forum. This free webinar rotates topics that address various issues and solutions surrounding the development process specifically to rural areas. Solutions For…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 3
Click here for the entire e-newsletter October 3, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Halloween Harvest & 2nd Locals’ Night Become a Foster Parent! Evening Halloween Tours End of Season Celebration Pumpkin Walk and Fall Fest Fall Festival Super…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Oct. 2
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Starting October 2nd thru February 15, 2018 Flagstaff Mall is offering a campaign called Elevate My School and Sinagua has entered as one of the schools competing to win top prize $ 3,000 dollar…
Oct. 7 — CCC to present Career & Tech Round-Up 2017
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College is hosting a free Career and Tech Round-Up on Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The curriculum includes engineering, science, technology, hospitality and other educational opportunities. “The CTE Round-Up is one of the premier events in…
Pew Research Center — Hispanics and education, Latino Employment, DACA
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 29, 2017 Hispanic dropout rate hits new low, college enrollment at new high The high school dropout rate among U.S. Hispanics fell below 10% for the first time in 2016, extending a decades-long decline. The…
NAU update for Sept. 29
Click here for the latest NAU News Friday, Sept. 29 NAU’s strengths, solutions to challenges focus of President Cheng’s speech to ABOR President Rita Cheng addressed NAU’s efforts to meet students’ needs in terms of location, educational offerings, financial help…
Sept. 30 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Finances in Order’
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject for Saturday’s radio program will be FINANCES IN ORDER. We will have a conversation on budgeting, managing credit and debt, and saving and protecting assets. If you have not seen the video ad, here…
KNAU update for Sept. 29
Click here for the latest KNAU news Thank you for your support! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – September 29th, 2017…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 28
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 28, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Sept. 28, LAUNCH Flagstaff to present ‘American Teacher’ at The Orpheum Oct., Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Oct.., Page Public Library announces upcoming events…
Supervisors pass DACA Resolution
The Coconino County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously in favor of congressional action on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program at the regular board meeting Tuesday night. DACA was an executive action that allowed children under the age…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 25
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Sonic Fundraiser Thursday, September 28, 5-8 p.m. at the 4th Street Location Prize wheel!!! bring out whole family!!!! Next PTO meeting October 11 5:30-6:30 pm Eat at Coco’s Restaurant 10% back to Sinagua tell…
Oct. 4 — Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council to meet
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council (agenda here) meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 in the Board of Supervisors meeting room. The council consists of the African American Advisory Council, the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) and…
Oct. 4 — Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) to meet
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4 at the Coconino County Administration Building, Second Floor Conference Room, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. CHAC AGENDA HERE * Time,…
NAU update for Sept. 22
Click here for the latest NAU News Friday, Sept. 22 NAU’s Personalized Learning program highlighted on PBS (VIDEO) Watch how two long-distance Lumberjacks are obtaining their degrees thanks to this highly-acclaimed competency-based program. NAU students, researchers discover way to harvest…
KNAU update for Sept. 22
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Sept. 23 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on UNCLE SAM
Dear friend, happy Friday! The subject for Saturday’s radio program will be UNCLE SAM. With the help of our guests, we will explain the different taxes we pay to the government, how this money is budgeted and spent, what is the…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 21
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 21, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Sept., Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Page Public Library announces upcoming events…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Sept. 19
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Donate Now In This Issue Flagstaff Open Space, Parks, and Recreation Meeting City Council Votes on a Resolution to Support Congress extending DACA Events Around Town YOU ARE INVITED TO THE 3rd FLAGSTAFF…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 19
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 19, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Evening Halloween Tours Camp Mourning Star Pumpkin Walk and Fall Fest Young Readers’ Fest East Flagstaff Community Library Fall 2017 Programs Halloween Harvest &…
Flagstaff Festival of Science continues with ‘Science in the Park’ on Sept. 23
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Festival of Science continues with “Science in the Park” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 23 at Wheeler Park, downtown Flagstaff. Other events on Saturday include: Joy Cone Tours: The Engineering Behind High Altitude Cooking…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 18
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Thursday Sept 21st @ Someburros 9am-9pm Cross Country Fundraiser all Day!!! 20% back to Cross Country Team!!! Come out and Support our Cross Country Team!!! Wednesday Am: Sept. 20th Need Help for…
Coconino County announces Seasonal Flu Shot appointments
COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering seasonal flu shots at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. The Centers for Disease Control and…
Sept. 24 — DACA Renewal Clinic to be held in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — Do you want help completing the DACA renewal paperwork? Come to the free DACA Renewal Clinic on September 24, 2017 at the East Flagstaff Public Library. Trained volunteers will be available to help complete DACA paperwork. Bring your social…
Sept. 27 — Sunnyside Market of Dreams to hold special information session for Flagstaff, surrounding area self-published authors, artists
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Market of Dreams will hold a special information session for Flagstaff, surrounding area self-published authors, artists for a special project from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 2532 E. 7th Ave., Flagstaff. Also, signed copies…
Flagstaff Gathers on Oct. 1 to Suggest Opportunities for Funding K-12 Education for a Successful Economic Future
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff area residents will gather to examine the complex funding process for K-12 Education in the state and give input on what could be a comprehensive plan to ensure the state supports a robust education system. At the core…
CCC gets grant for veteran tutoring services
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College veterans will be receiving additional tutoring and financial services as a result of a $10,000 grant from a nonprofit organization that serves veterans. The grant was made possible through Support Education and Employment for Vets…
Seasonal Flu Shot appointments
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering seasonal flu shots at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
NAU update for Sept. 15
Click here for the latest NAU News Friday, Sept. 15 Wildfire and invasive species driving increased size, cost of public land restoration efforts NAU and USGS researchers recently published a paper that reveals goals for land management decisions and provides new…
KNAU update for Sept. 15
Click here for the latest KNAU news Thank you for your support! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – September 15th, 2017 KNAU’s…
Sept. 16 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Latinos in Health Professions’
Dear friend, saludos! The subject of Saturday’s radio program will be LATINOS IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS. With the expertise of Dr. Adriana Perez, Dr. Martin Hernandez and three other guests we will discuss the importance of having Latino representation in health professions;…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 14
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 14, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Sept., Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Page Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Sept. 14,…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 12
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 12, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Project WET Water Audit STEM Events East Flagstaff Community Library Fall 2017 Programs Training for Parents of Children with Special Needs School’s Out, Make It…
Fourth Graders learn from community members at the Flagstaff Water Festival on September 14, 2017
FLAGSTAFF —On September 14, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., over 900 fourth graders from Flagstaff will gather at the Flagstaff Water Festival at Foxglenn Park located at 4200 E. Butler Avenue, to learn about Arizona’s water resources and…
Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council to meet in Williams on Sept. 16
WILLIAMS — The Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will meet from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 at the Williams Senior Center, 850 W. Grant Ave., Williams. The Hispanic Heritage Month Information Update will provide details on the…
NAU update for Sept. 8
Click here for the latest NAU News NAU researchers determine adverse effects of Houston flooding will be felt throughout the globe Using FEWSion, a new mapping system, the team was able to see how Hurricane Harvey will impact food and…
Sept. 9 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection radio program to focus on ‘Rights of People with Disabilities’
Dear friend, Happy Friday! Our radio program tomorrow will be on RIGHTS OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. With the help of our guests, we will explain the Americans with Disabilities Act (in the context of the Civil Rights Movement). Several guests will…
KNAU update for Sept. 8
Click here for the latest KNAU news Thank you for your support! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – September 8th, 2017…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 7
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Sept., Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Page Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Sept. 7, 14, 21, Parenting Arizona to present…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 5
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 5, 2017 Edition Check Out the Latest News Tea on the Veranda “The Aristocats” Auditions Young Readers’ Fest Parenting Arizona- Parenting Class Film Series School’s Out, Make It Count! Training for Parents of…
Sept. 8 — CCC Foundation Annual Meeting features Veteran Center ribbon-cutting ceremony
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Community College Foundation Annual Meeting, Alumni & Awards Breakfast will be Friday, Sept. 8, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Immediately following the breakfast, there will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly remodeled Veteran Center at the…
September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance Committee is seeking charitable organizations looking to participate in the annual 9/11 event in Page
PAGE — The September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance Committee is seeking charitable organizations looking to participate in the annual 9/11 event at John C. Page Memorial Park. The events an annual tribute to the 9/11 victims, survivors and those who…
Sept. 12 — Keep Flagstaff Together to meet at NAU
FLAGSTAFF — On Tuesday Sep 12 at 7 pm in room 136 Liberal Arts the local immigrant rights group Keep Flagstaff Together will give a free information session and training. This session will be a general training, describing the spectrum of…
Time to RSVP for Sept. 12 Film Screening of ‘From Place to Place’
Please Join Us For This Special Kick Off Event!! FLAGSTAFF — Film Screening of “From Place to Place” featuring Kevin Campbell. Kevin will be in Flagstaff and Page Oct 17-19 sharing his groundbreaking information. This film will help set the…
Sept. 13 — Flagstaff Police Dept. Citizens Liaison Committee to present ‘Implicit Bias’ training
FLAGSTAFF — Are You Biased? Each and every one of us has an Implicit Bias. How can we recognize those biases and improve communications between law enforcement and the community? Hear a presentation by Dr. Frederick Gooding Jr., PhD, on his “Implicit Bias” training…
Sept. 9 — FACTS Lights On Carnival relocated to Sinagua Middle School
FLAGSTAFF — Due to the possibility of bad weather, the FACTS Lights On Carnival has been relocated from Bushmaster Park to Sinagua Middle School, 3950 E Butler Ave. Carnival games, lunch, more from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Latino News Notes: Pew Research Center reports on DACA, immigrant moms, views of Trump
Click here on the entire e-newsletter September 01, 2017 DACA has shielded nearly 790,000 young unauthorized immigrants from deportation Nearly 790,000 young unauthorized immigrants have received work permits and deportation relief through the federal government’s Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program since…
Coconino County Fair kicks off Labor Day weekend
The annual Coconino County Fair is this Labor Day weekend at Ft. Tuthill County Park, Flagstaff. The four-day event features live entertainment, exhibits, livestock shows and auction, carnival rides, interactive activities for youth and adults, and over 100 food and…
KNAU update for Sept. 1
Click here for the latest KNAU news Thank you for your support! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – September 1st, 2017…
NAU update for Aug. 31
Click here for the latest NAU News Thursday, Aug. 31 NAU researchers determine adverse effects of Houston flooding will be felt throughout the globe Using FEWSion, a new mapping system, the team was able to see how Hurricane Harvey will impact…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Aug. 31
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth August 31, 2017 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Sept., Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Page Public Library announces upcoming events Sept., Tuba…
Grant helps CCC aim minority students to STEM fields
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College, in alliance with three other educational institutions, will be working to steer minority students into Science Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers. According to information from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, the National Science Foundation…
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…
CCC Adult Education program receives $1.3 million grant
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Community College Adult Education program received a three-year grant worth over $1.3 million from the State of Arizona Department of Education. “It means we’re alive, and we get to keep doing what we’re doing and more,”…