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Coconino County — Which 4th of July Parade are you attending?
COCONINO COUNTY — Saturday, July 4 will be a busy day of celebration in Coconino County! There are five Independence Day parades taking place in Flagstaff, Page, Munds Park, Parks and Williams.
Click here for more information from Coconino County
Click here for more information on the Page 4th of July Parade from the City of Page
Coconino Center for the Arts — First Friday ArtWalk!
Flagstaff’s First Friday ArtWalk is a monthly celebration of creativity that brings downtown to life.
Join us for the next First Friday on July 3, starting at 5 pm, for a western-themed ArtWalk and a celebration of Flagstaff’s local artists!
The 2026 ArtWalk season is generously underwritten by Dapper Dre, supporting Car-Free First Fridays with traffic closures on Aspen St. for art and performance activations.
Get the latest news updates from U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) including — ‘Gallego Talks Tourism, Water, and More in Page’
Get the latest news updates from U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) including ‘Kelly, Colleagues Demand Answers as Trump Further Delays Toxic Chemical Cleanups at Arizona Military Sites’
Get the latest news updates from Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes including ‘Attorney General Mayes Secures Stipulation Halting Conversion of Surprise Facility Into ICE Detention Center’
Click below for the latest news updates from the:
Office Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes
Get the latest news updates from the Office of the Governor Katie Hobbs including — ‘Governor Katie Hobbs Legislative Action Update’
Areas of Kachina Village, Forest Highlands, and Pine Del will be downgraded from “SET” (Pre-evacuation) to “READY” status
The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the areas of Kachina Village, Forest Highlands, and Pine Del will be downgraded from “SET” (Pre-evacuation) to “READY” status. The zones for these areas are 90, 91, 92, 93, 94, 96, 97, 98, and 99.
While conditions have improved to allow this adjustment, residents will continue to see smoke and fire activity for the foreseeable future.
The decision to downgrade to “SET” status was made in conjunction with the Forest Service’s Critical Incident Management Team. While conditions have improved to allow this adjustment, residents will continue to see smoke and fire activity for the foreseeable future
Willard Springs Green Waste Site temporarily closed to support Pocket Fire Operations
FLAGSTAFF — The Willard Springs Green Waste Site has been temporarily closed for public safety to support aerial firefighting operations for the Pocket Fire.
The site is being used as a staging area for fire suppression materials that support aerial firefighting efforts.
City of Flagstaff announces 4th of July closures
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff City Hall offices at 211 W. Aspen Ave. will be closed on Friday, July 3 in honor of the Fourth of July holiday. City Hall offices will reopen Monday, July 6 from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
City of Flagstaff facilities that are also closed on July 3 include:
East Flagstaff Community Library (3000 N. Fourth St.)
Downtown Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library (300 W. Aspen Ave.)
Joe C. Montoya Community and Senior Center (245 N. Thorpe Rd.)
Hal Jensen Recreation Center (2403 N Izabel Street)
Cinder Lake Landfill and Hazardous Products Center (6770 E Landfill Rd.)
Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) (1800 E Butler Ave.)
Citizens Cemetery (1300 S San Francisco St.)
Independence Day closures for Coconino County
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County’s Administrative Center, County Manager’s Office, County Attorney’s Office, Coconino County Superior Court and Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) office and clinic will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day.
Willard Springs Green Waste Site Closed July 4 for Independence Day
The site will reopen on Friday, July 10, and return to its regular schedule, offering free green waste-only disposal on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. The last load of green waste will be accepted through the gate at 4:30 p.m. each operating day.
Asphalt paving scheduled in neighborhoods throughout Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – As work continues on the City’s annual Road Repair and Street Safety project, asphalt removal and paving is scheduled in neighborhoods throughout the City in late June and July. Residents on the streets listed below should be prepared for delays and use caution when traveling through the work areas due to the presence of heavy equipment and workers. The City’s contractors will coordinate directly with impacted residents on driveway access and other potential impacts.
County areas in and around Coconino National Forest move to Stage 2 fire restrictions
COCONINO COUNTY — After consultation with the United States Forest Service (USFS), areas of Coconino County within the boundaries of the Coconino National Forest will move to Stage 2 fire restrictions effective Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 8 a.m.
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest remains in Stage 2 and all other areas of the County will remain in Stage 1 fire restrictions.
This decision, according to Coconino County’s Wildfire Defense Ordinance, applies to all private property within, and adjacent to, the boundaries of the Coconino National Forest.
City of Flagstaff to enter Stage 2 Fire Restrictions on June 30
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – The City of Flagstaff will enter Stage 2 Fire Restrictions at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30.
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions include the following new restrictions:
The use of fire pits and other open flame devices without an on/off switch is prohibited.
The use of charcoal and wood-fired BBQs are prohibited throughout the city, including at private residences and campgrounds.
The use of propane, gas, and pellet BBQs/ smokers with an on-off switch are still allowed throughout the city.
Community attends in-person, online briefing of Pocket Fire (Update — Coconino County has activated a Call Center for the Pocket Fire)
Coconino County has activated a Call Center for the Pocket Fire. If you have questions about the fire, shelters or evacuation stages please call 928-679-8525.
If you need information about the APS Public Safety Power Shutoff, call 800-253-9405. — Coconino County
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06-29-26 Latest update on Pocket Fire: Highlights: Despite Red Flag conditions, firefighters held fire growth to a minimum. Ground crews and aircraft were employed to expand and reinforce contingency lines at strategic locations around the fire — USDA
(Also check:
Inciweb: inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/azcof-pocket-fire
Watch Duty: https://app.watchduty.org/
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — Upcoming Events of Interest (July 2, 3, 16-17)
Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Newsletter 6/29/2026: Check It Out!
APS Public Safety Power Shutoff anticipated in the Flagstaff area Saturday, June 27
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – The City of Flagstaff has been informed that unless there is substantial improvement in weather predictions, Arizona Public Service (APS) will initiate a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in parts of the Flagstaff area Saturday, June 27 as early as 10 a.m. Some areas in Flagstaff will lose power during this PSPS event. Customers who are impacted have been directly notified by APS.
The following resources are available for impacted residents:
Grand Canyon National Park (GRCA) — APS Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff Resources
Arizona Public Service (APS) has announced the potential for a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) due to forecasted critical fire weather conditions. While no outage has been confirmed at this time, Grand Canyon National Park and APS are providing community resources to help residents prepare should a PSPS be implemented.
As conditions change, we will send more alerts and information on updated resources.
Grand Canyon National Park implements Stage 2 Fire Restrictions June 26, 2026
GRAND CANYON, AZ: Grand Canyon National Park will implement Stage 2 Fire Restrictions for the South Rim and Inner Canyon beginning June 26, 12:00 PM due to forecasted critical fire weather conditions.
The North Rim remains under Stage 2 Fire Restrictions that took effect on May 15, 2026, at the start of the summer operating season following the 2025 Dragon Bravo Fire. Those restrictions remain unchanged.
With this action, Stage 2 Fire Restrictions will be in effect throughout Grand Canyon National Park.
City of Flagstaff requests arguments for and against proposed election questions
FLAGSTAFF — Prior to the November 3, 2026 election, each household with a registered voter will receive an informational pamphlet that includes arguments for and against proposed questions that have a local impact. Any person interested in submitting an argument is required to do so before 5 p.m., Arizona time on Aug. 5, 2026.
The questions are as follows:
Board of Supervisors approves budget for fiscal year 2027
“Knowing that there is uncertainty in the economy and some federal funding is at risk, the FY26 budget outlook remains cautious,” Coconino County Manager Andy Bertelsen said. “Each year we strive to deliver the best services to Coconino County residents while working within our financial means. With this fiscal year 2027 budget, I believe we have reached that balance.”
APS may initiate Public Safety Power Shutoff in the Flagstaff area Saturday, June 27
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has been informed that Arizona Public Service (APS) may initiate a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in parts of the Flagstaff area Saturday, June 27 as early as 9 a.m. Some areas on the east side of Flagstaff may lose power during this PSPS event. Customers who are impacted have been directly notified by APS. If your home is impacted, you should begin preparing for 12-24 hours without power.
County areas in and around Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest move to Stage 2 fire restrictions
COCONINO COUNTY — After consultation with the United States Forest Service (USFS), areas of Coconino County within the boundaries of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest will move to Stage 2 fire restrictions effective Friday, June 26, 2026, at 8 a.m. All other areas of the County will remain in Stage 1 fire restrictions.
Grand Canyon National Park — APS Public Safety Power Shutoff, Saturday, June 27
Due to critical fire weather, APS will implement a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) beginning Saturday, June 27 at 9:00 a.m. The outage is expected to last approximately 24 hours and will affect the South Rim, Desert View, and Inner Canyon areas.
Coconino County launches ‘Coconino Forward’ dashboard
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County has a new public-facing performance dashboard designed to provide residents with transparent, real-time insight into the County’s progress toward achieving the Board of Supervisors’ strategic plan, entitled Coconino Forward: Where Vision Meets Action.
In March 2025, the Board of Supervisors approved an updated mission, vision, values and a five-year strategic plan following an extensive strategic planning process. The plan established priorities in six key areas: Public Lands/Cultural and Natural Resources; Organizational/Fiscal Health; Economic Development/Vitality; Community Vitality/Arts/Culture; Public Safety/Emergency Preparedness; and Health and Human Services/Public Health.
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — Council Candidates Answer F3’s Questionnaire
In July, Flagstaff voters will narrow the field of City Council candidates in a Primary Election on July 21.
To assist voters in choosing candidates, F3 developed a Questionnaire for the City Council candidates. We are pleased that all candidates provided answers to our questions.
If you’re registered to vote within the City of Flagstaff, you may select three city council candidates from the seven named on the ballot. The goal of the Primary Election for City Council is to narrow the field of candidates down to the maximum of six who will be listed on the General Election ballot in November.
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth June 24, 2026 Update — CCC&Y’s free webinars provide parents the resources they need for the busy Summer vacation season
By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth
COCONINO COUNTY — With the Summer vacation season here, this is good time to take a deep breath, take care of yourself and find some ways to ease the stress for your children.
To help, Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth wants to remind everyone that we have a variety of free webinar training programs on our website.
Want to take a moment to take care of yourself? Visit our free Mindfulness (for adults) one-hour webinar.
Your child may also benefit from our free Mindfulness for Youth 45-minute webinar
READ MORE
The NAU Review — The future of healthcare: NAU’s Barrow Institute interns + 2 new health certificates
Making a difference on the job
Four NAU undergrads were selected for prestigious 10-week internships at the Barrow Neurological Institute, where they’ll work alongside neurological disorder, speech pathology and occupational therapy professionals in real-world medical settings. Learn more about how Mandi Bluth, Noah Verdugo, Stefan Muñoz and Wyatt Peterson landed their coveted spots at Barrow and what they’re up to at the institute this summer.
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — Support needed to prohibit source of income discrimination in housing
F3 encourages you to submit written or verbal comments to City Council by 3:00 pm this Tuesday, June 23 in support of the adoption of a proposal (Agenda Item #7) to make it illegal for landlords to reject prospective tenants based on how they legally pay their rent.
Email written comments to: publiccomment@flagstaffaz.gov. Verbal comments may be made in person or online at the City Hall Council Chambers during discussion of Agenda Item #7. Comments are limited to a maximum length of 3 minutes.
Grand Canyon National Park to lift summer trail closures for Transcanyon Waterline Replacement Project
GRAND CANYON, Ariz. – Grand Canyon National Park will
lift trail closures related to the Transcanyon Waterline Replacement Project at 7 a.m. Friday, June 26, five days ahead of
schedule.
The closures are being lifted following the completion of reconstruction work on the River Trail, which was damaged by a rockfall during work associated with the Transcanyon Waterline Replacement Project. The rockfall required additional geologic hazard assessments, new design features and engineering work before the trail could be rebuilt and this portion of the project could be completed.
City of Flagstaff Beautification – Arts Sciences — Call to Artists: Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition
AmigosNAZ.com Editor’s Note: Also see our story, visit this year’s new exhibit
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The City of Flagstaff seeks proposals for large-scale, three-dimensional (3D) artworks for the 2027/2028 Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition. The exhibition features five sculptures, existing or newly created, that reflect diverse cultural expressions including Indigenous, Black, and Latinx art. Selected artworks can advance essential perspectives and narratives and will invite interaction, conversation, and appreciation.
Note: Applications will be accepted exclusively through OpenGov. Artists must register on OpenGov before submitting an application.
Application Deadline: July 31, 2026, 5 pm (Arizona Time)
Image: Eniadé: She is Crowned by Anjola Ayodele
Discover Flagstaff — Happs-y Pride! Your Weekend Events are Here! Also, Flagstaff Piano Festival and Juneteenth Street Festival
Discover Flagstaff publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. “Flag Happs” is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and storefronts, and also available at the Flagstaff Visitor Center. Below are some highlights of the week.
Flagstaff City Council adds two public safety questions to November ballot
FLAGSTAFF — During the June 16 Council Meeting, the Flagstaff City Council called a Special Election for Nov. 3, 2026 to present two questions to voters. On the ballot, residents will consider two questions related to public safety services; one to increase the local Transaction Privilege Tax (sales tax) by 0.5% to enhance public safety services, and the other to authorize a $40M bond to invest in public safety infrastructure and equipment.
Coconino County expanding Stage 1 fire restrictions
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County will expand fire restrictions in coordination with the Kaibab National Forest. Stage 1 restrictions will take effect on Thursday, June 11, at 8 a.m. for all unincorporated areas within the boundaries of the Kaibab National Forest. All other areas of the County will remain in Stage 1 fire restrictions.
During Stage 1 restrictions igniting, building, maintaining or using a fire fueled by combustible materials such as wood, charcoal, briquettes and/or coal is strictly prohibited, except within a developed site. Smoking is also prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or a developed site. The use of tracer or incendiary rounds of ammunition or explosive targets is also strictly prohibited.
City of Flagstaff announces Juneteenth National Independence Day closures
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff City Hall offices at 211 W. Aspen Ave. will be closed on Friday, June 19 in honor of Juneteenth National Independence Day. City Hall offices will reopen on Monday, June 22 at 8 a.m.
City of Flagstaff facilities that are also closed on Juneteenth include:
East Flagstaff Community Library (3000 N. Fourth St.)
Downtown Flagstaff Library (300 W. Aspen Ave.)
Hal Jensen Recreation Center (2403 N. Izabel St.)
Joe C. Montoya Community and Senior Center (245 N. Thorpe Rd.)
Cinder Lake Landfill and Hazardous Products Center (6770 E Landfill Rd.)
Recycling Center (1800 E Butler Ave.)
Firefighters responding to remote lightning fire south of Sedona
FLAGSTAFF — Firefighters are responding to the lightning-caused Mundy Fire, located in remote terrain about 5 miles south of Sedona.
Resources responding to the roughly quarter-acre incident include a helicopter, two engines and miscellaneous overhead.
Firefighters are responding to the Mundy Fire with a direct extinguishment strategy, and a goal of confining the Mundy Fire to as small a perimeter as possible as quickly as possible.
Stage 2 fire restrictions on North Kaibab Ranger District to begin Thursday, June 18
FREDONIA — Due to increased fire danger and for public safety, the Kaibab National Forest will implement Stage 2 fire restrictions on the North Kaibab Ranger District beginning 6 a.m. Thursday, June 18.
Stage 2 fire restrictions prohibit the following:
Building, maintaining, or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire, including charcoal, coal, and briquettes, even in developed recreation sites. This includes smudge pots, pellet grills, and wood stoves. The only exception is using a stove or grill that is solely fueled by pressurized liquid petroleum or pressurized liquid petroleum gas (LPG) fuels.
Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Newsletter 6/15/2026: Check It Out!
Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: June 8-12, 2026
As part of Grand Canyon National Park’s Conservation K-9 Pilot Project, wildlife staff are asking employees and residents to report any elk observed within designated wildlife exclusion zones.
The five designated exclusion zones are:
El Tovar Complex
Grand Canyon Visitor Center
Maswik Lodge
Mather Campground Services Area
Grand Canyon School
Greater Flagstaff Region seeks public input for its Community Wildfire Protection Plan Update
FLAGSTAFF — There will be a virtual public meeting on Thursday June 25, from 6 – 7 p.m. to solicit public input for the Greater Flagstaff Region Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) update. Attendees should register online in advance. The CWPP is a community-driven planning effort that will assess wildfire risk across the Greater Flagstaff Region and identify strategies to improve wildfire preparedness, mitigation, response coordination, and recovery.
Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECoNA) — Introducing Our Executive Committee
For an organization like ECoNA, having a strong Executive Committee with a wide breadth of experience and a passion for our region’s economic future is absolutely critical.
Which is why I’m so honored to announce our recently elected Executive Committee. Its members come from both the public and private sectors, and together they have decades of experience in health care, education, tourism, and community development.
The NAU Review — The curious case of a tiny cactus + explore NAU’s Story Lab
Can you find the paradine plains cactus in the above photo? Don’t feel bad if not—it’s small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, but it plays an important role in the Four Corners region’s ecosystem. In the wake of the White Sage Fire, NAU ecologist Clare Aslan is measuring the succulent’s resilience over a three-year period. Her findings could help ecologists and policymakers everywhere understand when to do boots-on-the-ground restoration work and when to let nature recover on its own.
Coconino County Elections Department Logic and Accuracy Test of voting equipment on June 15
COCONINO COUNTY — In accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S. §16-449), the Coconino County Elections Department will conduct Logic and Accuracy (L&A) Tests on ballots, tabulation equipment and accessible voting equipment to be used for the July 21, 2026 Primary Election.
The L&A Test will begin at 8 a.m. on June 15, 2026 at the Coconino County Elections Center, 1300 W. University Avenue, Suite 180, Flagstaff, Arizona 86001. Testing will continue until all testing is completed. The first test will be conducted by the Arizona Secretary of State on federal and statewide contests, followed by the Coconino County test on local contests.
New program helps homeowners go solar, lower energy bills
COCONINO COUNTY — As part of our sustainability initiative, Coconino County announces Switch Together, a group buying program for solar installations. Switch Together uses a group buying model to help residents save money on home solar installations. The most recent auction secured a discount of 17 percent, which translates to an average discount of $5,200. The program is supported in partnership with nonprofit Solar United Neighbors. Switch Together makes rooftop solar installations more affordable, while also offering solar education through online resources and in-person events.
Discover Parks and Recreation Summer Adventures with Our June 2026 Newsletter
Spots still open for Summer Camp weeks! Fun at the Fort is blasting off with fun themes each week, and we have room for new recruits. Find an open week to join the adventures.
Grand Canyon National Park seeks public input (through June 23) on Wooden Ballast Bridge Replacement Project
“Maintaining safe and reliable transportation infrastructure is essential to preserving access to Grand Canyon National Park,” said Superintendent Ed Keable. “This project would replace an aging culvert that has supported rail service to the South Rim for nearly a century, helping ensure the continued operation of the Grand Canyon Railway while reducing the risk of future infrastructure failures.”
City of Flagstaff — Fourth, Lockett and Cedar Roundabout to close on Friday, June 19 for final striping
During this closure, extensive vehicle and pedestrian detour routes will be in place (as shown in the maps below). Please follow the marked signage to get to your destination. We recommend seeking an alternate route to bypass the closure and give yourself extra time to commute. We appreciate your support, patience and understanding while we work to improve our City’s infrastructure. For questions and additional project information, call the project hotline at (928) 255-5153.
National Park Service (NPS) — 2025 Grand Canyon Drinking Water Quality Report now available
The Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), also called the annual drinking water quality report, is a document that community water systems are required to deliver to their customers each year under the Safe Drinking Water Act. It summarizes the quality of the water delivered over the previous calendar year, including the source of the water, the levels of any detected contaminants compared to federal standards, and any violations that occurred.
The report gives consumers clear, accessible information about what is in their tap water and how it measures up to EPA safety standards, so you can make informed decisions and understand any potential risks. It also holds water systems accountable by putting monitoring results and compliance status in front of the people they serve.
Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Newsletter 6/8/2026: Check It Out!
City of Flagstaff transitioning from residential curbside glass collection to drop-off locations
FLAGSTAFF — On July 1, the City of Flagstaff will be transitioning from the residential curbside glass collection program to a drop-off model. Six drop-off locations are now available City-wide for residents to deposit glass products to be recycled. This change is being implemented to optimize collection operations and improve operational efficiency. There are no changes for commercial customers at this time.
Glass drop off bins are located at:
City of Flagstaff Beautification Arts & Sciences — News and opportunities
The Beautification, Arts & Sciences Program is seeking a collaborative and detail-oriented professional to manage public art collections, beautification assets, and community-focused public art projects throughout the City. This position oversees project development and maintenance, coordinates with internal and external partners, conducts community outreach, and supports program initiatives through project management, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills, along with experience managing projects of varying scope and complexity.
Application Deadline: June 21, 2026, 10 pm (Arizona Time)
Businesses — Get involved in the 77th Coconino County Fair
COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Fair is Labor Day weekend, September 4 – 7 at Fort Tuthill County Park, and the community is invited to participate in this annual event.
The Fair Book is available online and is the resource guide for placing entries into the County Fair. Whether community members are interested in showing off prized vegetables or flowers from their garden, or perhaps a new sewing project, the Fair Book has hundreds of exhibits to choose from. Last year, there were over 750 exhibitors who submitted over 2,300 entries, a showcase for the County.
National Park Service approves plan to modernize water system serving the North Rim and Inner Canyon at Grand Canyon National Park
GRAND CANYON, Ariz. – The National Park Service (NPS) approved a plan today to upgrade the water system that supplies and delivers water between the North Rim developed area and Cottonwood Campground in Grand Canyon National Park. The current water system is old, often breaks down, and requires frequent repairs in difficult and sometimes hazardous conditions.
NPS Intermountain Regional Director Bert Frost signed a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the North Rim and Roaring Springs Water System Improvements project. This work is part of a project to rehabilitate the North Rim and Roaring Springs Utility Systems funded by the Great American Outdoors Act Legacy Restoration Fund.
Grand Canyon National Park launches Conservation K-9 pilot project to reduce human-wildlife conflicts
GRAND CANYON, Ariz. — Grand Canyon National Park is welcoming a new, four-legged member to the park’s wildlife management team. “Blue,” a trained Conservation K-9, will work alongside park wildlife staff to help reduce human-wildlife conflicts in busy areas on the South Rim.
The Conservation K-9 Pilot Project, now in its first year of a 3-year pilot, uses dogs to encourage animals who are habituated to humans, such as Grand Canyon’s elk and bighorn sheep, to avoid developed areas where interactions with visitors can be unsafe to both visitors and wildlife.
Art for Life: Exploring Creative Aging in Flagstaff on June 11
FLAGSTAFF — Join the Arizona Commission on the Arts and Creative Flagstaff on Tuesday June 11, 2026 from 4-6pm for an interactive session about Creative Aging, an exciting national movement to advance understanding of the vital relationship between creative expression and healthy aging.
Creative engagement through the arts is fundamental to the human experience and deeply linked to enhanced health and well-being. Older adults who engage in the arts experience better overall health, enjoy a higher quality of life, and are more active in their communities. Together we will dive into the why and how of providing high quality creative programming for adults across the aging spectrum
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth June 3, 2026 Update
COCONINO COUNTY — Time is running short for families to start checking out potential summer camp programs in Coconino County and Northern Arizona.
The following is a listing compiled by CCC&Y. Contact individual programs for more information on their 2026 summer camps.
City of Flagstaff — Pedestrian Improvements to Begin along Soliere Avenue
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – Starting the week of June 1, the City of Flagstaff, in partnership with Mountain Line and their contractor, Kinney Construction Services, will begin pedestrian crossing improvements in multiple locations along Soliere Avenue. These improvements are part of the “First Mile, Last Mile Initiative” which aims to add safe pedestrian infrastructure near Mountain Line bus stops throughout the City. Most of these crossings will feature a pedestrian refuge median, meaning pedestrians will only need to cross one lane of traffic at a time.
New program launches to help Flagstaff homeowners go solar, lower energy bills
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The City of Flagstaff has launched the Northern Arizona Switch Together Co-op, a group-buying program for solar installations that has secured a 17% discount, translating to an average price reduction of $5,200. Homeowners and small businesses may also add-on battery storage and electric vehicle chargers.
“The City of Flagstaff is helping households and small businesses lower their energy bills by going solar,” said City of Flagstaff Mayor Becky Daggett. “By making the ‘Switch Together,’ neighbors can leverage the power of bulk buying for discounts on solar installations, battery storage, and EV chargers.”