Category: News

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — City Council rejects harmful last minute changes to Flagstaff’s Final Regional Plan

by Community Contributor • October 15, 2025 • Comments Off

F3 is happy to report that on October 9 City Council unanimously chose to reject two Conditions of Approval that would have had negative impacts on the Core Priorities of the Regional Plan and render the Plan out of compliance with Flagstaff’s 2021 Carbon Neutrality Plan.

Your action in response to F3’s October 5th Action Alert resulted in the City receiving 80 letters of concern from the public about these two issues! Many thanks to NAZCCA and Dara Marks Marino for sending alerts to their contacts as well.

Culture Connection AZ announces Fall Festivities

by AmigosNAZ.com • October 15, 2025 • Comments Off

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New Art Classes and Workshops at Sedona Arts Center

by Community Contributor • October 15, 2025 • Comments Off

From ceramics and painting to photography, encaustics, and more — our upcoming classes and workshops offer something for every artist. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to expand your skills, join us in the studio or online and be part of Sedona’s creative community.

The NAU Review — What does your tattoo say about you?

by Community Contributor • October 15, 2025 • Comments Off

How to think about ink

From ritual to rebellion, tattooing has been used across cultures and centuries to mark identity, tell stories and challenge norms. An anthropology class at NAU uses social science to think through what tattoos say about us and the worlds we come from.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Happenings 10/13/25

by Community Contributor • October 13, 2025 • Comments Off

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Coconino County Treasurer Sarah Benatar warns of fraudulent payment sites

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — With the arrival of 2025 Tax Notices, the Coconino County Treasurer’s Office is warning residents about the potential for fraudulent websites that falsely claim to accept property tax payments.

Residents should be on the alert for sites that don’t end in .gov, require unusual forms of payment like gift cards or wire transfers or that charge additional processing fees.

“We want to ensure that taxpayers know the only safe and secure way to pay their property taxes is directly through the County’s official channels,” said, Sarah Benatar, Coconino County Treasurer. “Using these channels can prevent financial loss and identity theft.”

American Red Cross celebrates launch of its Los Donates (The Donors) campaign with event on Sept. 18 at NAU

by AmigosNAZ.com • September 26, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — While nearly 60 percent of Hispanics have blood type O, the most needed blood type for emergencies and transfusions, less than 1% currently donate in Arizona, according to officials from the American Red Cross. To improve that percentage, and save lives, the organization brought its Los Donates (The Donors) campaign to Northern Arizona.

A ceremony celebrating the event was held on Thursday, Sept. 18 at the International Pavilion at Northern Arizona, featuring a variety of community leaders touting the need to increase blood donations by local Hispanics.

The event was held just outside a room where more than 75 NAU student, faculty and staff had signed up for the campus-wide blood drive. An additional 76 were scheduled to donate blood on Friday.

City of Flagstaff celebrates 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — At last week’s Council meeting, Mayor Becky Daggett proclaimed September 15 to October 15, 2025 as National Hispanic Heritage Month in Flagstaff. This month celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic, Latino, and Latinx communities, integral to Flagstaff’s past, present, and future.

Discover Flagstaff — Science Day & Open House at the Museum of Northern Arizona on Sept. 27

by Community Contributor • September 26, 2025 • Comments Off

Join us at the Museum for Science Day. FREE admission all day! 10 a.m. Free.

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Grand Canyon National Park announces partial reopening of North Rim on Oct. 1 Following Dragon Bravo Fire

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2025 • Comments Off

The partial reopening will include Highway 67 to the W1 road, (approximately at mile marker 11), and the Cape Royal Road, providing access to both Point Imperial and Cape Royal. Additionally, Fire Point and Swamp Ridge will reopen. These areas will be open daily from official sunrise to official sunset. No overnight use is permitted on the North Rim with the exception of Swamp Point and Fire Point. Open areas will remain accessible through Nov. 30, 2025, or until the first major snowfall, whichever occurs first.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: September 22-26, 2025

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2025 • Comments Off

In 2024, 4.9 million visitors to Grand Canyon National Park spent an estimated $905 million in local gateway regions while visiting the park. These expenditures supported a total of 8,780 jobs, $393 million in labor income, $698 million in value added, and $1.1 billion in economic output in local gateway economies surrounding Grand Canyon National Park.

Flagstaff Festival of Science — The Festival of Science – Thursday Offerings!

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2025 • Comments Off

Just a snapshot of Thurs, September 25th:

Check out this presentation offered both in person and online! ” Following the Sun and Moon on a Petroglyph Calendar Panel” explores a unique site where shadow lines and light daggers interacting with certain petroglyph elements mark significant cultural events in the Hopi calendar. Attend in person at the East Flagstaff Community Library, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Attendee favorite, “The Flagstaff Star Party” returns for 3 nights, starting today! Enjoy twilight talks–short, engaging presentations by astronomers who share fascinating facts about the night sky and look through powerful telescopes! 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. at Buffalo Park.

Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECoNA) — Canada-Arizona Relations: Opportunities despite tensions

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2025 • Comments Off

Earlier this month, R. Glenn Williamson, founder and CEO of the Canada Arizona Business Council (CABC), spoke to the ECoNA Advisory Council about the unique relationship between Arizona and Canada and the pressures it is currently facing.

For northern Arizona, the relationship is significant. Canadian companies employ more than 300 people in Coconino, Navajo, and Yavapai counties, with another 2,600 jobs impacted by exports to Canada.

Statewide, Canada remains Arizona’s largest foreign direct investor. Additionally, an estimated 1 million Canadians visit the state each year, while about 100,000 Canadian “snowbirds” live in Arizona for part of the year. Combined, they contribute $2.4 billion to the local economy.

That impact is impressive – but not without pressure

The NAU Review — Quantum science—it’s a little quarky

by Community Contributor • September 25, 2025 • Comments Off

parking an interest in quantum science

Gravity makes sense: You drop a pencil, it falls. Quantum is harder to grasp: When you’re looking at the smallest particles in the universe, the same rules just don’t apply and what you find is … confusing. But quantum technologies are the future, and the U.S. workforce is woefully underprepared to fill that need. The SparCQS team, housed within ¡MIRA!, is working to change that in fun ways.

Coalition joins partners at 2025 Science in the Park. More events to come

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2025 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

FLAGSTAFF — From geology to rocket science and everything in between, young people had a wide variety of hand-on activities to enjoy and learn from at the 2025 Snook Science in the Park presented on Sept. 20 by the Flagstaff Festival of Science.

More than 50 exhibitor booths crowded Wheeler Park in downtown Flagstaff as children had a wide variety of activities to choose from.

Some of them ranged from Arizona Science Center, Arizona State Parks and Trails, CCC&Y, Coconino Community College, the Coconino Astronomical Society, Coconino High School’s CocoNuts Robotics, Flagstaff Fire Dept., Flagstaff Model Railroad Club, Momentum Aerial, the Museum of Northern Arizona, Northern Arizona University, Tynkertopia, to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — Councilmember Aslan makes a call for NAH to build in place

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2025 • Comments Off

When voters in Flagstaff resoundingly rejected Proposition 480, they did more than simply block a development plan. They issued a clear, community-wide statement: we want our hospital to stay where it is. The Northern Arizona Healthcare(NAH) proposal to abandon the long-established Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC) campus and build an entirely new facility on the outskirts of town was not what this community wanted. And it still isn’t.

Flagstaff Mayor Becky Daggett issues statement addressing fatal collision

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2025 • Comments Off

“The life of one of our community members tragically ended last Saturday and my heart goes out to everyone this individual personally touched. Several members of city and police leadership and I met with family and friends to express our heartfelt sorrow and share our condolences. I was touched by their expressions of love for this individual. I know I speak for the entire city council as I convey our sympathies for this tragic loss.” – Flagstaff Mayor Becky Daggett

Sedona Arts Center — The Ceramics Department at SAC

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2025 • Comments Off

Discover the joy of working with clay at Sedona Arts Center!
Our ceramics program welcomes all levels to explore, experiment, and create in a supportive community. With guidance from studio manager Ben Roti, instructors Lolo Howe and John Post, plus visiting guest artists, you’ll gain hands-on experience in both traditional and contemporary techniques. Join us for a class or workshop and see where your creativity takes you!

City of Flagstaff — Fourth-Lockett Roundabout project complete!

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Arizona Department of Transportation, City of Flagstaff and FANN Contracting are proud to announce the completion of the Fourth-Lockett Roundabout Project. With the project finished, the roundabout is now open to both pedestrian and vehicular traffic! Please be patient as you and your fellow motorists and pedestrians get used to the new roundabout, and follow the marked signage and striping to get to your destination. Please remain alert as crews install final fencing and perform clean-up operations over the next few weeks.

Kaibab National Forest prepares for prescribed fires

by Community Contributor • September 24, 2025 • Comments Off

WILLIAMS — The Kaibab National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations this October, pending all required approvals. We estimate this work to continue through the fall season as weather conditions allow. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from wildfires.

Prescribed fires planned for the area include:

Blue Stem Project-Tusayan RD- 7,030 acres of broadcast burning.
Kendrick Project- Williams RD- 6,653 acres of broadcast burning.
Marteen Project- Williams RD- 504 acres of broadcast burning.
Pine Flat Project- Williams RD- 4,302 acres of broadcast burning.
Moonset Pit-Williams RD- 1 acre- Parks area natural debris pit pile burn.

The NAU Review — Relive a tree-rific Family Weekend at NAU!

by Community Contributor • September 23, 2025 • Comments Off

Building bikes for local children, a fun-filled block party and casino night and a record-making football game that included a Hail Mary pass in the final seconds of the first half—Lumberjacks know how to do Family Weekend right! NAU Social was out over the weekend to capture all the fun.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Happenings 9/22/25

by Community Contributor • September 22, 2025 • Comments Off

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Museum of Northern Arizona — 2025 Virtual Auction

by Community Contributor • September 22, 2025 • Comments Off

Our 2025 Virtual Auction to benefit the Museum of Northern Arizona is now open! This year’s auction includes exclusive experiences with MNA experts and beautiful, authentic jewelry and accessories.

View the auction online here! All bidding for this auction will take place online. If you are in need help or have any questions, please contact us at development@musnaz.org or call 928-774-5211 x 285. This auction will be open until Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 12:00 pm.

Sedona Arts Center — New Art Workshops and Classes Starting Soon!

by Community Contributor • September 22, 2025 • Comments Off

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
at SAC
✨ Spark your creativity with upcoming classes and workshops at Sedona Arts Center! From ceramics and painting to photography, encaustics, and more, there’s something for every artist and learner — whether you’re beginning a new journey or expanding your practice. Join us in the studio or online, connect with fellow creatives, and be part of a vibrant community in the heart of Sedona.

Sunnyside Neighborhood Association celebrates 22nd annual Fiesta de Independencia Celebration at Flagstaff Mall. See celebrations nationwide

by Community Contributor • September 19, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — From the festive performances of folklorico dancers to the moving traditional El Grito de Dolores read by the Mexican Consul from Phoenix, Flagstaff joined cities across the nation in celebrating Mexican Independence Day when the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association presented its 22nd annual Fiesta de Independencia Celebration at a new venue, the Flagstaff Mall on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025.

Officials attending the event included Jorge Mendoza Yescas, Cónsul General de Mexico, Flagstaff Mayor Becky Daggett, Coconino County District 2 Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez, and Coral Evans representing the office U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly. Other officials in attended included Flagstaff City Councilmember Anthony Garcia.

Serving as presenters and organizers were Alejandra Esparza Marin and Kimberly Robinson.

Ballet Folklorico de Colores — Flagstaff presented their always inspiring dance performance.

The event also featured, about a dozen arts and crafts and informational vendors, concluding with the traditional smashing of the candy-filled of the piñata for children.

Also see, celebration of Mexican Independence Day nationwide

2025 Celebración De NAU brings students, faculty, staff and community together for festive Hispanic Heritage Month event

by Community Contributor • September 19, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — In what has become an annual festive celebration to mark the start of Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month, the Northern Arizona University community gathered for an evening of fun, food and information during the 2025 Celebración De NAU held on Sept. 16, 2025 at the spacious DuBois Ballroom in south campus.

Presented by the Office of Inclusion, C3, Campus Living and the Center for Inclusive Excellence and Access, organizers said the event allowed students to have some fun and also gain information and contacts from a variety of campus and community groups such as Chicanos Por La CAUSA, the Hispanic/Latine Leadership Program, Kappa Delta Chi, the Latine Student Union, the NAU Dept. of Astronomy and Planetary Sciences, NAU Counseling Services, the NAU Society of Professional Engineers and the NAU Spanish Club.

See upcoming Hispanic Heritage Month events here

by AmigosNAZ.com • September 19, 2025 • Comments Off

• NAU Office of Inclusion announces September calendar of events on Sept. 16, 19, 24, 26
• More details to come — NAU Hispanic Heritage Month Football game to feature halftime performance by NAU’s Mariachi Los Madereros on Sept. 26
• NAU Hispanic/Latine Heritage Month Tailgate Party to be held at Walkup Skydome on Oct. 4
• Coconino Community College to present course on ‘Exploring Flagstaff’s Latino Heritage and Community’ with Eva Barraza on Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30

NAU’s Latine Student Union seeking participants for ‘Noche de Nuestra Cultura’ in November

by Community Contributor • September 19, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — NAU’s Latine Student Union is seeking participants for ‘Noche de Nuestra Cultura’ in November.

We are trying to create the first annual culture night at NAU that will promote our culture through dance and musical performances…WE NEED YOUR HELP!

Flagstaff Festival of Science — The popular Snook’s Science in the Park takes Place Sept. 20 in Flagstaff

by Community Contributor • September 19, 2025 • Comments Off

On Saturday, Sept. 20th, join the Festival of Science at Wheeler Park in downtown Flagstaff and engage with over 50 booths with interactive learning for the whole family! Some of the activities you will get to do include:

Practice using prehistoric technologies

Meet live birds of prey

Safely view sun spots through a solar telescope

Build a wildlife crossing prototype

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: Sept. 15-19, 2025

by Community Contributor • September 19, 2025 • Comments Off

On Friday, September 12, Grand Canyon National Park hosted a naturalization ceremony at Mather Amphitheater, where 29 individuals from 13 countries officially became U.S. citizens. New citizens hailed from Brazil, Canada, India, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Mexico, the Philippines, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam.

The ceremony featured a presentation of colors by the Air Force ROTC Honor Guard from Northern Arizona University, the National Anthem performed by Audrey Stone, and music by the A-Train Sound. U.S. Magistrate Judge Camille D. Bibles presided, with U.S. District Court Deputy Clerk Christina Davison administering the Oath of Allegiance.

The NAU Review — Pics from the pros

by Community Contributor • September 19, 2025 • Comments Off

Faculty behind the lens

What do NAU’s photography faculty do when they’re not teaching? Make art, of course! The new exhibit “Here, Together” showcases these Lumberjacks’ visual storytelling skills, with a wide array of captivating photojournalism, portraiture, landscapes and adventure shots. The exhibit is open to the public through Sept. 30.

Lane closures scheduled on N Highway 89 in Flagstaff, additional road maintenance work continues throughout town

by Community Contributor • September 19, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — As part of the City’s annual Road Repair and Street Safety (RRSS) program, lane closures are scheduled on N Highway 89 between N Country Club Dr and old Rte 66 for overlay removal and pavement marking. The work is schedule to take place from Monday, Sept. 29 – Wednesday, Oct. 1 between the hours of 5 a.m. – 5 p.m. Drivers in the area should expect delays.

Flagstaff Festival of Science at CCA!

by Community Contributor • September 18, 2025 • Comments Off

The Flagstaff Festival of Science brings our community together each year to explore and celebrate discovery. This year, Coconino Center for the Arts is proud to host three events highlighting the connections between science, art, and storytelling.

On Thursday, September 25, join us for an afternoon and evening of hands-on learning, conversations, and performances. From building your own pinhole camera to exploring women’s contributions in STEAM and the Grand Canyon, there’s something for all ages and interests.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — A heavenly setting sparks a successful 2025 CCC&Y Conference

by Community Contributor • September 17, 2025 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

FLAGSTAFF — With a setting that gazed toward the stars, the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth successfully presented its 2025 CCC&Y Conference on Sept. 9, 2025 at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff.

Guest speaker Iyo Affo launched the conference with a morning presentation with her discussion on “Cohere. Connect. Conduct,” combining storytelling, science, spoken word and systems change to promote transformation within organizations and communities.

Affo, a Culturalist and Trauma Specialist, draws on personal experiences, neuroscience and the power of collective healing to talk about how self-healing communities and systems change can be the foundation for lasting transformation.

Attendees had powerful responses to the speakers and the event.

“I loved Iya’s ability to tell stories, share data, and engage with the audience. I appreciate her sharing things about her personal journey and how she connected with the audience. She was inspiring!” said one attendee.

Flagstaff City Council continues to protect water resources

by Community Contributor • September 17, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City Council of Flagstaff voted unanimously on Sept. 16, 2025 to authorize the City Attorney to take all actions necessary to ensure that the City’s regional water resource at Red Gap Ranch is not impaired by helium exploration operations, including if necessary the filing of a new suit. The City is unaware of active helium exploration near Red Gap Ranch at this time and the City will continue to protect its vital resources if needed.

Sedona Arts Center — Out of the Fire: Student Ceramic Exhibition, more news

by Community Contributor • September 17, 2025 • Comments Off

Celebrate the creativity of Sedona Arts Center’s ceramics students in Out of the Fire, a dynamic exhibition and sale featuring dozens of original works. Produced during classes, workshops, and open studios, the show highlights the incredible range of talent emerging from SAC’s ceramics department — from striking sculptural forms to elegant dinnerware and functional pieces.

Join us for a special artist reception on Friday, September 19, 4–6 p.m., held in conjunction with Celebrate Sedona. The afternoon will include music, artist demonstrations, food, wine, and beer. Both the exhibition and reception are free and open to the public, with complimentary parking available behind the Art Barn.

Coconino Center for the Arts — FORE! 2026 Call for Artists

by Community Contributor • September 17, 2025 • Comments Off

FORE! returns to Coconino Center for the Arts in January 2026, and we’re inviting artists and community organizations to design sculptural art greens for this miniature golf installation and benefit supporting CCA exhibitions and programming.

Selected participants receive a $500 honorarium, turf, and a hole cup to create a safe, durable, and imaginative par 3–4 green (3–9 yards from tee to cup) that can be easily assembled in the gallery. Designs should be creative and functional.

Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra’s Season 76 opens on SEPTEMBER 26 — Reserve your seat today

by Community Contributor • September 17, 2025 • Comments Off

You are cordially invited to celebrate the opening of Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra’s 76th Season with our first concert, Fanfares and Fireworks, on Friday, September 26 at 7:30 PM in Ardrey Memorial Auditorium. FSO launches the season with a program brimming with excitement, featuring music of breathtaking power and dazzling virtuosity.

Purchase tickets here or by clicking the button below.

Theatrikos Theater Co. — Help Us Cross the Finish Line — Your Gift Will Be DOUBLED!

by Community Contributor • September 17, 2025 • Comments Off

At Theatrikos Theatre Company, we believe theatre is more than performance; it’s a catalyst for creativity, confidence, and community. And now, we’re one step away from building something extraordinary for Flagstaff.

This year, we launched a $30,000 capital campaign to transform a commercial building into a state-of-the-art rehearsal and education studio; a vibrant, dedicated space for year-round theatre education. We’ve raised $22,000 so far, and now we have thrilling news:

An anonymous donor has stepped forward to MATCH every dollar donated; up to our final $8,000!

Sedona Arts Center — Sign up for an art class today!

by Community Contributor • September 16, 2025 • Comments Off

park your creativity with upcoming classes and workshops at Sedona Arts Center! From ceramics and painting to photography, encaustics, and more, there’s something for every artist and learner — whether you’re beginning a new journey or expanding your practice. Join us in the studio or online, connect with fellow creatives, and be part of a vibrant community in the heart of Sedona.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library — Weekly Happenings 9/15/25

by Community Contributor • September 15, 2025 • Comments Off

View this email in your browser September 15th – 20th, 2025 Special Events Adult & All-Ages Events Youth Events Book Clubs Technology Help To request a reasonable accommodation for any type of disability, please call 928-213-2330 (Downtown Library) or 928-213-2348…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces honors District 2 Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez for his long support of local Hispanic community

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces honored District 2 Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez for his long support of local Hispanic community during a ceremony held on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025 at Mayan Winds Coffee Emporium.

Vasquez was presented with an award signifying all the “Barrios de Flagstaff.” The award was created by long-time Nuestras Raíces Armando Gonzales.

Discover Flagstaff — Pickin’ in the Pines (Sept. 12-14) and more events

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

Pickin’ in the Pines
Pepsi Amphitheater

Join us for 3 days of music, jamming, camping, workshops, band contest, community dance, kids activities and more in the cool pines of Flagstaff, AZ. 9 a.m.

High Country Humane urgent plea — Please consider adopting your next pet, becoming a pet foster, volunteering at the shelter or making a donation to help support local pets looking for a home

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — This year, our animal welfare partner High Country Humane has seen three times the number of cruelty and neglect cases at their shelter compared to all of last year. These animals arrive broken, hungry, traumatized and in need.

City of Flagstaff Beautification – Arts & Sciences news and opportunities

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

Flagstaff Festival of Science Webinar
Public Fruit Orchards: Celebrating Abundance

United Way of Northern Arizona — Annual Campaign Begins!

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

The underlying belief embodied by the supporters of United Way of Northern Arizona is that strong communities are built when we come together to learn, share, and act.

We had a chance to do just that recently at the kickoff breakfast for our Annual Campaign to raise $1.2 million.

Donations to the Annual Campaign will help ensure all who live in Coconino, Navajo, and Apache counties can thrive.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: Sept. 8-12, 2025

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

Significant progress continues on the Dragon Bravo Fire, which is now 86% contained at 145,504 acres with 617 personnel assigned.

Today at 6 a.m., the Kaibab National Forest reopened approximately 96,000 acres of national forest lands on the North Kaibab Ranger District. This step was made possible thanks to extensive suppression repair work, including hazard tree removal and safety improvements along roads and trails. While more areas are now accessible, several roads remain closed. For the latest road status, maps, and closure information, visit the Kaibab National Forest Alerts page.

City of Flagstaff announces minimum wage for 2026

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — On January 1, 2026, the minimum wage in the City of Flagstaff will increase to $18.35 for all workers. There will no longer be a lower minimum wage for tipped employees.

BNSF to close Angell Road railroad crossing for maintenance

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway (BNSF) will temporarily close the railroad crossing at Angell Road from next Tuesday, September 16 through Wednesday, September 17 for maintenance work to ensure safe travel for both motorists and trains.

The crossing is located approximately six miles east of Winona.

The two-day closure will be in effect at 4 a.m. Tuesday until 5 p.m. Wednesday; however, this schedule is subject to change due to weather or other unforeseen factors.

During the closure period, drivers north of the tracks should plan to detour west along Forest Road 415 for approximately four miles to reach the Porter Ranch Road railroad crossing.

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) news updates for September 2025

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) news updates for September 2025

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes news updates for September 2025

by Community Contributor • September 12, 2025 • Comments Off

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Coalition celebrates successful 2025 Conference. More details to come

by Community Contributor • September 11, 2025 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

FLAGSTAFF — An amazing setting complemented two fantastic speakers when the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth presented its CCC&Y 2025 Conference on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at Lowell Observatory.

Guest speaker Iyo Affo kicked off the morning presentation with her talk “Cohere. Connect. Conduct,” skillfully weaving together storytelling, science, spoken word and systems change to promote transformation within organizations and communities.

She was followed with an afternoon presentation by Dr. Sandra Solano, who combined science with human emotions and taking care of oneself during her presentation “From Within to the World: Harnessing Heart Coherence for Healing and Systematic Empowerment.”

This is just a preview of the photos and the information on the conference that will be posted next week on our website and newsletter. Until then, thank you to all our speakers, our sponsors and all those who planned for, presented and attended our CCC&Y 2025 Conference. Very much appreciated.

The NAU Review — What’s on your plate?

by Community Contributor • September 11, 2025 • Comments Off

The science behind every bite

The 36th Flagstaff Festival of Science promises to be a tasty treat. This year’s theme is Harvesting Knowledge, with talks, workshops, tours and other experiences uncovering traditional food science and its relevance to the environment, community health and culture. Here’s a list of some of the events at NAU.

Coconino Center for the Arts — Sponsor a Seat, Share Your Love for the Arts!

by Community Contributor • September 11, 2025 • Comments Off

There’s still time to be part of the Coconino Center for the Arts’ Theater Seating Fundraiser! Each seat sponsorship includes a personalized plaque on the seat of your choice — a meaningful way to honor a loved one, celebrate a milestone, or show your love for the arts in Flagstaff.

Your gift goes further right now: thanks to a generous matching donation from a former Creative Flagstaff board member and their spouse, every contribution is doubled to help us reach our goal!

Special thank you to All Awards, Flagstaff’s local awards shop, for generously donating the plaques in-kind.

Forest Service reopens more lands near Dragon Bravo Fire

by Community Contributor • September 10, 2025 • Comments Off

FREDONIA — Starting Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, the public will have access to another 96,000 acres of national forest lands on the North Kaibab Ranger District as the Forest Service further reduces the White Sage & Dragon Bravo Fires Temporary Closure. Crews on the Dragon Bravo Fire continue to make significant progress on suppression repair work, enabling the Forest Service to reopen more areas without compromising public safety or fire operations. Approximately 82% of the North Kaibab Ranger District will be open to the public.

Bilingual report — Gina Santi Photography — Image of the Month September 2025

by Community Contributor • September 8, 2025 • Comments Off

Chromatic colors in bubbles create a mesmerizing effect when light interacts with the thin film of soap, producing a spectrum of colors due to light interference and diffraction and splitting into its individual colors. As the bubble moves or changes shape, the iridescent spectrum of colors shift and transform due to the changing thickness of the soapy film, creating a dynamic and spell-binding result. As in the case of this image, a simple bubble against the blue sky can be used to create visually striking art and design pieces.

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — Upcoming Fall Community Events of Interest

by Community Contributor • September 8, 2025 • Comments Off

Check Out These Great Fall
Community Programs & Events

Art classes and workshops at Sedona Arts Center

by Community Contributor • September 8, 2025 • Comments Off

Discover something new, deepen your creative practice, or reignite your artistic passion with one of our upcoming workshops at Sedona Arts Center. Here are just a few exciting classes you can sign up for now—and you’ll find our full lineup of workshops and events online at SedonaArtsCenter.org. Join us in the studio and be part of a vibrant community of artists and learners in the heart of Sedona.

Flagstaff Commuiversity — September programs Are About to Begin!

by Community Contributor • September 8, 2025 • Comments Off

Banners and flags play an important role in the visual culture of social movements. Learn techniques for constructing a banner and create banners for our community parade repository. Under the guidance of two fabric artists, participants will learn to design and create beautiful parade banners.

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