Category: Youth

The Flagstaff Festival of Science announces ‘Driven by Curiosity’

by Community Contributor • March 4, 2026 • Comments Off

The Flagstaff Festival of Science proudly announces its 2026 theme, “Driven by Curiosity,” celebrating the exploration and innovation that propel discovery and shape our world. The 10-day festival will run September 25 – October 4, 2026, bringing together scientists, educators, students, and lifelong learners for engaging programs across Flagstaff and beyond.

The Festival will open on September 25 with the W. L. Gore & Associates Keynote Presentation in NAU’s Ardrey Auditorium by technology leader Kirk Dunsavage, whose talk explores the intersection of science, engineering, and the human spirit of exploration.

Coconino Center for the Arts — Gallery Exhibition Opening (March 7), FREE Event, Artist Opportunities, and More!

by Community Contributor • March 4, 2026 • Comments Off

March 7-28, 2026
Youth Arts Exhibition Opening Reception March 7, 4-8 pm
Youth Talent Showcase CCA Theater March 7, 5-7 pm

This year’s exhibition features a record number of 510 pieces by over 300 regional youth artists!!

Coconino Center for the Arts’ 2026 Youth Arts Exhibition invites local youth artists from Coconino County and the regional community to exhibit their recent artwork at CCA. The exhibition is open to and inclusive of all artwork submissions by youth artists, Pre-K to 12th grade, that reflect the theme From Ordinary to Extraordinary.

The NAU Review — March agenda: Learn to write, make a delicious treat + sign your kids up for summer camp

by Community Contributor • March 4, 2026 • Comments Off

From first cue to final bow, Jacks take the lead

Students in NAU’s theater program don’t just perform—they also produce. Every theater production runs entirely on student power, with Lumberjacks stepping into the spotlight, building sets, programming lights, mixing sound, patching costumes, promoting shows and managing the chaos. It’s all about teamwork, community and hands-on learning.

2026 Coconino County Teacher of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year finalists announced

by Community Contributor • March 3, 2026 • Comments Off

Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Mango-Paget proudly recognizes these exceptional teachers for their passion, innovation and unwavering commitment to students and their communities.

The winners will be revealed at the 13th Annual Coconino County Teacher of the Year Awards on Thursday, April 9 at 5 p.m. at the High Country Conference Center in Flagstaff — an evening dedicated to celebrating the educators who make a lasting difference in the lives of Coconino County students.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library — Library Weekly Newsletter 3/2/2026

by Community Contributor • March 2, 2026 • Comments Off

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Discover Flagstaff — Your Weekend Plans are Here!

by Community Contributor • February 27, 2026 • Comments Off

Friday-Sunday, Feb. 28-March 1

The Dumbwaiter and Los Vendidos

The Studio Theater

The one act play highlights the use of fear and a sense of unease to create humor. Various times.

Learn More

The NAU Review — The search for new species

by Community Contributor • February 26, 2026 • Comments Off

VIDEO: The canoe bug hypothesis
Jut Wynne, assistant research professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, set sail on a 1,700-nautical-mile voyage across the South Pacific in search of new species of invertebrates that could help timestamp the movements of early Polynesians across the islands. Watch his journey and find out what he discovered.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — 2026 Summer camp program information compiled by CCC&Y. See our listings

by Community Contributor • February 25, 2026 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

COCONINO COUNTY — While summer seems far away, it’s time for families to start checking out potential summer camp programs in Coconino County.

The following is a listing compiled by CCC&Y. Contact individual programs for more information on their 2026 summer camps.

Please check with individual organizations to confirm times, dates, other information. Please visit the links below to see if registration is still available. Registration deadlines may have already passed for some programs.

If your organization would like to be added to this listing, please send an email to frank@coconinokids.org

Sign up for an art class or workshop at Sedona Art Center today!

by Community Contributor • February 25, 2026 • Comments Off

Art Classes and Workshops
at Sedona Arts Center …and Online!
At Sedona Arts Center, creativity is meant to be experienced. Our classes and workshops — from iPhoneography and oil painting to sculpting, stained glass, ceramics, and pottery for teens and beginners — are designed to be welcoming, hands-on, and inspiring. Whether you’re exploring something new or building on existing skills, you’ll learn from working artists in a supportive environment that values curiosity, craft, and creative joy — all in the heart of Sedona.

2026 Summer Camps open for enrollment!

by Community Contributor • February 25, 2026 • Comments Off

Get ready to set the stage for an unforgettable summer! Theatrikos Education is thrilled to announce our 2026 Summer Camp season, a vibrant lineup designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and foster lifelong friendships. From the magic of fairytale storytelling and the high energy of Broadway hits to the technical artistry of makeup and puppetry, there is a spotlight waiting for every young performer in Flagstaff. Whether your student is a seasoned regular or stepping onto the stage for the first time, join us for a season of growth, collaboration, and theatrical wonder!

Water conservation measures implemented on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park

by Community Contributor • February 24, 2026 • Comments Off

GRAND CANYON, Ariz. — Effective immediately, Grand Canyon National Park is implementing water conservation measures on the South Rim following a power outage that impacted the SCADA system at the Havasupai Gardens pumphouse. As a result, water is currently unable to be pumped to the South Rim.

All park residents and visitors are required to conserve and reduce water usage wherever possible in homes, hotel rooms and campgrounds.

Water conservation measures include:

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Newsletter 2/23/2026

by Community Contributor • February 24, 2026 • Comments Off

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Supporting a local cultural treasure — Ballet Folklorico de Colores — Flagstaff

by Community Contributor • February 23, 2026 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Community members and organizations are being asked to rally to support local cultural icon — Ballet Folklorico de Colores — Flagstaff.

The organization has launched a fundraising campaign after it reported it may lose more than $13,000 in funds due to the bankruptcy of the Oakland-based fundraising platform Flipcause Inc.

“Storms don’t break real teams. They reveal them,” the Ballet Folklorico reported on its Facebook page.

“We want to be real with you all about where we are right now.”

Flipcause has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with more than 3,000 nonprofit organizations owed more than $29 million.

Also see:

• State of California Dept. of Justice — Funds Being Held by Flipcause? You Are Not Alone: Attorney General Bonta Announces Guidance for Affected Nonprofit Organizations
• Oakland Voices — Flipcause files bankruptcy, owing $29 million to nonprofits across country

Discover Flagstaff — Your Weekend Plans are Here!

by Community Contributor • February 20, 2026 • Comments Off

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.

The NAU Review — Get paid to run like a girl + see how NAU profs are mapping roads

by Community Contributor • February 20, 2026 • Comments Off

VIDEO: Run like a girl

Looking to swing your axe of service this year? Local nonprofit organization Girls on the Run is looking for coaches who can help teach perseverance, inner and outer strength and the joy of physical activity to girls in third through eighth grade. Watch a video to learn more about Girls on the Run, then visit NAU’s Axe of Service website to get involved.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: February 16-20, 2026

by Community Contributor • February 20, 2026 • Comments Off

Winter Weather Update for Residents and Employees

Hello, winter! Yesterday’s winter storm brought 3-4 inches of fresh snow to the South Rim. As of this afternoon,Desert View Drive remains closed due to icy road conditions and is likely to remain closed for the remainder of the day on Feb. 19 due to incoming predicted snowfall. As of this morning, admin travel for Desert View Drive has been lifted—however, roads remain icy and snow-packed. For the latest road status updates, call the park roads line at 928-638-7496.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Your membership, donations support the work of CCC&Y

by Community Contributor • February 18, 2026 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

COCONINO COUNTY — We imagine a world where every person lives in peace and is supported by a thriving, resilient community.
The purpose of CCC&Y is bold and your help is needed.

When you become a member of CCC&Y, your financial contribution helps cultivate and strengthen well-informed communities by providing education and resources, bringing stakeholders together, building new systems of communication and more.

Each week, the Coalition produces a weekly newsletter where we share partner news and events in our blog section and links to community resource meetings.

Creative Flagstaff — Get Excited! Viola Award Finalists Inside! Event to be held April 25

by Community Contributor • February 17, 2026 • Comments Off

Join us for a night of celebration, reflection, and school-spirit–level pride as we honor the individuals and organizations who have helped shape our community and move it forward. Think: a reunion with purpose, a celebration of growth, and a reminder of just how far we’ve come—together.

United Way of Northern Arizona — Give Books Today for Love of Reading Month

by Community Contributor • February 17, 2026 • Comments Off

February is ‘Love of Reading’ month, and it’s a celebration that is close to our hearts here at United Way of Northern Arizona. Literacy is key to our work supporting early childhood development and – fueled by your generosity – we help instill that love of reading every day.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Newsletter 2/16/2026: Check It Out!

by Community Contributor • February 17, 2026 • Comments Off

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The NAU Review — A family of Lumberjacks + a Hollywood alum returns to NAU

by Community Contributor • February 17, 2026 • Comments Off

For the Dorsey 5, being a Lumberjack is in their blood. From 2017 to 2023, Justin, Brandon, Brittni, Khalil and Tommie have graduated from NAU, creating a legacy of excellence—three were student-athletes (Khalil is now a cornerback for the Detroit Lions), and Brittni earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Learn how they’re continuing that legacy as alums.

Sign up for an art class or workshop at Sedona Art Center today!

by Community Contributor • February 17, 2026 • Comments Off

At Sedona Arts Center, creativity is meant to be experienced. Our classes and workshops — from iPhoneography and oil painting to sculpting, stained glass, ceramics, and pottery for teens and beginners — are designed to be welcoming, hands-on, and inspiring. Whether you’re exploring something new or building on existing skills, you’ll learn from working artists in a supportive environment that values curiosity, craft, and creative joy — all in the heart of Sedona.

County Superintendent of Schools announces 2026 County Spelling Bee winner and runners-up

by Community Contributor • February 13, 2026 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Office proudly celebrates the outstanding young scholars who competed in the 2026 Coconino County Spelling Bee, an inspiring showcase of academic excellence, perseverance and the power of learning.

Cheryl Mango-Paget, Coconino County Superintendent of Schools, is thrilled to announce this year’s champions:

• First Place: Erin Ebers, Mount Elden Middle School

• Second Place: Tyla Hoffa, Maine Consolidated Schools

• Third Place: Saneela Mirza, DeMiguel Elementary School

Discover Flagstaff — I Heart Pluto Festival from Feb. 12-26

by Community Contributor • February 13, 2026 • Comments Off

I Heart Pluto Festival
Various Locations

As part of the centennial celebration of Route 66, this year’s event centers around the connection between Pluto and Route 66, as well as the 20th anniversary of Pluto’s reclassification. Various Times.

Museum of Northern Arizona — Reminder: February at the Museum

by Community Contributor • February 13, 2026 • Comments Off

Dear Museum Friends,

As we move into the new year, I’d like to share why becoming a member of the Museum of Northern Arizona means a deeper connection to the Colorado Plateau you love, as well as belonging to a community of people who share that interest.

Members enjoy all that MNA has to offer with free year-round general admission to the Museum, early access to exhibitions and events, invitations to member-only experiences, and discounts on select programs and in the Museum Gift Shop. Some membership levels also include reciprocal admission to cultural institutions across the U.S. and Canada through the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association—an especially valuable perk for frequent travelers and museum lovers.

Coconino Center for the Arts — VALENTINE’S WEEKEND! We’ve got your covered :) More upcoming events

by Community Contributor • February 13, 2026 • Comments Off

Friday, February 13, 7:30 pm

Over the course of his thirty-year career, Nolan McKelvey has covered nearly every corner of the country and traversed all roads of Americana. From the pavement of alt-country, to the dusty trails of bluegrass, to the gravel roads of classic-country, to the interstate highway of rock-n-roll.

Joining him for this intimate performance is Jesse Valenzuela, founding member of Gin Blossoms. For more than three decades, Jesse has provided the multi-platinum group with hit songs (“Til I Hear It From You,” “Follow You Down,” “Mrs. Rita”), masterful guitar playing and exquisite harmony singing.

Kaibab National Forest announces seasonal hiring for upcoming recreation season

by Community Contributor • February 13, 2026 • Comments Off

WILLIAMS — The Kaibab National Forest will be hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is encouraging local residents to apply.

“Our seasonal employees are the backbone of summer operations—keeping our campgrounds, trails and recreation sites open, safe and welcoming for visitors,” said Kaibab National Forest Supervisor Nicole Branton. “These positions offer meaningful work, hands-on experience and the chance to support public lands close to home.

Flagstaff Communiversity — Upcoming Programs: Register Now for Programs On Tyranny & On Teaching

by Community Contributor • February 13, 2026 • Comments Off

Teaching High School in a Time of Polycrisis
begins Feb. 22nd

“How Tyranny Works”
begins March 1st

“Surveillance, Privacy, & Democracy
begins March 31st

Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower
begins April 4th

Theatrikos Theater Co. — Clue Is Almost Here. Do Not Miss the Mayhem!

by Community Contributor • February 13, 2026 • Comments Off

The Countdown to Clue Has Begun
In just days, our stage will be filled with colorful suspects, outrageous twists, and one very unfortunate dinner party. Rehearsals have been a whirlwind of impeccable comic timing and bold character work. The energy in the room is infectious, and this cast is delivering performances that are both wildly funny and impressively precise.

STEM City Flagstaff — Nominate NOW for a 2026 STEMMY Recognize a great student (or business or other) And award them $500!!

by Community Contributor • February 12, 2026 • Comments Off

STEM City is now accepting nominations for the STEMMY Awards, honoring individuals and organizations who help STEM thrive in Flagstaff. From innovative classrooms and inspiring students to dedicated teachers, businesses, and community partners, the STEMMY Awards shine a spotlight on the people who make STEM possible in Flagstaff. Help us celebrate the changemakers who spark curiosity, creativity, and connection through STEM—submit a nomination today!

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Vendor registration open for ‘Full STEAM Ahead!’ Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair on April 11 in Flagstaff

by Community Contributor • February 11, 2026 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — Registration is open for community partners to table at the “Full STEAM Ahead!” Flagstaff Early Childhood Fair from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11, 2026 at W. F. Killip Elementary School.

In celebration of the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s “Week of the Young Child,” https://www.azaeyc.org/connect/woyc/, we invite you to participate in the fair.

Please click here to complete this application to participate as a vendor. Each vendor must provide an interactive activity related to S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math). Vendors set up at 8:30 a.m.

Applications are due by 03/30/26. You may direct any questions to kfarretta@azhs.gov We look forward to your participation in this community event.

February at the Museum of Northern Arizona

by Community Contributor • February 10, 2026 • Comments Off

Coconino Center for the Arts — Creative Camps Summer 2026

by Community Contributor • February 10, 2026 • Comments Off

Get ready to create and explore with Flagstaff’s premier arts educators at Coconino Center for the Arts!

CCA is thrilled to offer Creative Camps, a way for children ages 5-11 to immerse themselves in the arts, with professional arts educators guiding their experience.

2026 Camp Season

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Weekly Newsletter 2/9/2026: Check It Out!

by Community Contributor • February 9, 2026 • Comments Off

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Sign up for an art class or workshop at Sedona Arts Center today!

by Community Contributor • February 9, 2026 • Comments Off

Art Classes and Workshops
at Sedona Arts Center …and Online!

Coconino County Parks & Recreation — Recreation Catalog, See What’s New

by Community Contributor • February 9, 2026 • Comments Off

Recreation Program Catalog

The 2026 Recreation Program Catalog (January – June) is now online! Register for upcoming programs and sessions. There are various classes listed including beginner and intermediate archery clinics, culinary classes, disc golf clinics, and the popular youth summer camp, Fun at the Fort.

A Perfect Valentine’s Day at Coconino County Center for the Arts

by Community Contributor • February 9, 2026 • Comments Off

It’s the final week of FORE! open play, with tee times wrapping up on February 14th at 5:30 pm. Play your tee time, then keep the date night going with live music from Mama’s Broke at 7:30 pm: a unique folk duo that interweaves age-old musical forms and traditions with original modern compositions.

Check out the exhibition, get a little competitive with FORE! and end the night with live music! Save your spots below.

Bilingual report — Redemption Counseling Center providing bilingual counseling services in Flagstaff

by Community Contributor • February 6, 2026 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Redemption Counseling Center has announced it is providing bilingual counseling services at 3009 N. West St. Flagstaff.

“At RCC, we are committed to making therapeutic help accessible to all,” said Brianna Snow, LAC. “Our team of Spanish speaking therapists are qualified to work with individuals, couples and families, of all ages. We also have a voucher program available at the moment to help ease any financial barriers.”

Discover Flagstaff — 10th Annual Flagstaff Chocolate Walk, other events

by Community Contributor • February 6, 2026 • Comments Off

Saturday, February 7
10th Annual Flagstaff Chocolate Walk
Flagstaff Vistor Center

Join us in Downtown Flagstaff for a delicious afternoon of chocolate, shopping, and community fun! 11 a.m.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: February 2-6, 2026

by Community Contributor • February 6, 2026 • Comments Off

Park Moves to Stage 1 Water Restrictions

Good news! Grand Canyon National Park has moved to Stage 1 water restrictions after improved reservoir tank levels. While this shift allows for normal operations, conserving water is still important. All employees, residents, and visitors are asked to continue using water wisely.

Theatrikos Theater Co. — Announcing the 2026 National Theatre Live Series at Theatrikos

by Community Contributor • February 6, 2026 • Comments Off

We are proud to announce the 2026 National Theatre Live Series at Theatrikos, featuring a powerful lineup of acclaimed productions recorded live from London’s National Theatre and shared with our community here in Flagstaff. These screenings invite audiences to experience extraordinary performances and timeless stories in a setting designed for connection, conversation, and shared discovery.

February News at Sedona Arts Center

by Community Contributor • February 6, 2026 • Comments Off

We have so much going on this month, I am going to jump right in….

First, Vision + Sound: An African American Experience opens TONIGHT, Friday, February 6 at Celebrate Sedona from 4-6PM. Since the weather will be GREAT, we will be outside. The band, Just Common, is performing and artist, Isse Maloi, is demonstrating. As usual, we will have beer, wine and water for sale as well as some light hors d’oeuvres to munch on.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — CCC&Y Feb. 4, 2026 Update

by Community Contributor • February 4, 2026 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

COCONINO COUNTY — As another busy year begins, it may be a 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 Youth45-minute webinar or our free Bullying and Cyberbullying one-hour webinar

Our growing library of on-demand webinars are also designed to help you gain the tools you need to learn about trauma-informed care, tips to help strengthen family protective factors, examine the effects of historical trauma and adverse childhood experiences.

United Way of Northern Arizona — This February, Show Your LOVE of Community!

by Community Contributor • February 3, 2026 • Comments Off

United Way of Northern Arizona invites you to celebrate your Love of Community and be part of our special campaign throughout February to strengthen the place we all call home.

February is a month overflowing with love. There’s Valentine’s Day, of course, but it’s also national Love of Reading Month, and on February 17th, you can celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day.

That makes this the perfect time for heart-centered folks to show their love and create lasting local impact by giving to United Way of Northern Arizona. Love of Community is about each of us playing a part in supporting youth, building stronger families, healthier communities, and a more resilient region.

Every dollar donated stays right here in northern Arizona. Whether you’re giving for the first time or renewing your commitment to our community, now is the time to show that United is the Way to make a difference for our friends and neighbors in Coconino, Navajo, and Apache counties.

City of Flagstaff Beautification – Arts & Sciences news and opportunities

by Community Contributor • February 3, 2026 • Comments Off

The City of Flagstaff announces a public art opportunity for artists, graphic designers, and illustrators to create a design for the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library Bookmobile. This project is an opportunity to enhance the visual landscape by using the bookmobile as a canvas for meaningful and relevant visual expression. Artists are encouraged to use a variety of media, including digital imagery, painting, drawing, photography, collage, etc. to develop their proposed designs that will be transferred to vinyl wraps. The artist whose design proposal is chosen will each receive a payment of $4,000.

Application Deadline: February 24, 2026, 5:00 pm (Arizona Time)

The NAU Review — Women take the field

by Community Contributor • February 3, 2026 • Comments Off

For National Girls and Women in Sport Day on Feb. 4, hear from student-athletes across NAU Athletics about the first time they picked up a ball or club or laced on running shoes, their best moments wearing blue and gold and how their athletic careers are helping prepare them for their professional careers, in their sport or in an office.

Coconino County Adopts Regional Plan

by Community Contributor • February 3, 2026 • Comments Off

The Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the plan with one condition: an update to the Future Growth Illustration, which involved changes to the land use designations for four areas within Coconino County jurisdiction.
Click here for more detail on the changes to the map.

Check out these art classes and workshops at Sedona Arts Center

by Community Contributor • February 3, 2026 • Comments Off

Coconino Center for the Arts — NightVisions: AMBER Call for Entry and Other Opportunities

by Community Contributor • February 3, 2026 • Comments Off

NightVisions: AMBER is an international juried art exhibition that seeks to explore and celebrate our deep connections with the night. In its 9th iteration for 2026, this long-standing collaboration between Coconino Center for the Arts and the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition celebrates the 25th anniversary of Flagstaff’s designation as the world’s first International Dark Sky City. This special anniversary-year exhibition expands upon the established NightVisions: Cultural Interpretations of the Night Sky concept with a focused thematic exploration of amber lighting, aligning with the critical role that amber spectrum lighting plays in Flagstaff’s dark-sky conservation.

School Superintendent to host 2026 Spelling Bee

by Community Contributor • February 2, 2026 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — Words will take center stage as Coconino County School Superintendent Cheryl Mango-Paget hosts the 2026 Coconino County Spelling Bee, a countywide academic showcase celebrating student excellence, preparation, and poise.

The competition will take place Saturday, Feb. 7, beginning at 10 a.m. at Flagstaff High School’s Cromer Auditorium.

National shutdown planned for Jan. 30 in opposition to ICE crackdown in Minnesota. See Flagstaff response here. Next protest event scheduled for Jan. 31 in Flagstaff

by Community Contributor • January 30, 2026 • Comments Off

Courtesy MosaicNAZ.org

FLAGSTAFF — A national shutdown is planned for Friday, Jan. 30 as part of the growing opposition to the ICE crackdown operation in Minneapolis, Minn. Under the banner of”No Work, No School. No Shopping. Stop Funding Ice,” organizers hope the action will convince the Trump administration to end their operation in Minneapolis.

“The people of the Twin Cities have shown the way for the whole country – to stop ICE’s reign of terror, we need to SHUT IT DOWN,” the organization reported on its website.

Protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) intensified during the past few weeks following the shooting deaths of ICE watchers Renee Nicole Good on Jan. 7 and Alex Pretti on Jan. 24.

Another protest against ICE and surveillance cameras is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31 near Flagstaff City Hall.

The NAU Review — The future of nursing in Arizona + a new film partnership

by Community Contributor • January 30, 2026 • Comments Off

In Arizona, Native Americans represent 5.3% of the population but just 1.1% of registered nurses. Charmaine Begay is determined to change that. A first-generation student from Crystal, New Mexico, Begay is pursuing her bachelor’s degree in nursing through NAU’s American Indian Nursing Program and helping shape a future in which Indigenous communities get care from providers who understand their culture and values.

Discover Flagstaff — SNOWHAUS: Winter DJ Showcase Arizona Snowbowl on Jan 31 and more information

by Community Contributor • January 30, 2026 • Comments Off

Saturday, January 31
SNOWHAUS: Winter DJ Showcase
Arizona Snowbowl

A full day of high-elevation house music at Arizona Snowbowl featuring Polar Bears, Carrie Keller, Ekonovah, and Rich Dietz! 11 a.m.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: January 26-30, 2026

by Community Contributor • January 30, 2026 • Comments Off

Phantom Ranch has reopened following the successful repair of multiple breaks along the Transcanyon Waterline, and water service has now been restored to Phantom Ranch, Bright Angel Campground, Boat Beach, and the Delta restrooms. Park water utilities crews completed repairs near Manzanita Rest Area and the mule corral near Phantom Ranch, allowing the system to be repressurized and inner canyon operations to resume.

On the South Rim, water tanks are slowly refilling as the system stabilizes. Grand Canyon National Park remains under Stage 2 water restrictions, and residents are encouraged to continue reducing water use wherever possible to support system recovery. Utilities staff will continue monitoring the waterline and system pressures as operations return to normal.

Grand Canyon National Park (GRCA) issues statement o water system standards

by Community Contributor • January 30, 2026 • Comments Off

The Grand Canyon National Park (GRCA) water system violated drinking water standards over the past year. Even though these were not emergencies, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened and what we did to correct these situations.

GRCA is required to monitor our drinking water for specific contaminants on a regular basis. Results of regular monitoring are an indicator of whether our drinking water meets health standards. During August 2024 and the 2nd quarter of 2025 GRCA did not complete all monitoring or testing for Total Coliform, Chlorine, and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), and therefore cannot be sure of the quality of our drinking water during that time.

Volunteers sought for 2026 Coconino County Point-in-time Count

by Community Contributor • January 30, 2026 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — Volunteers are needed for the 2026 Coconino County Point-in-time Count.

Click here to apply.

Point-in-time counts are important because they establish the dimensions of the problem of homelessness and help policymakers and program administrators track progress toward the goal of ending homelessness. The first of these counts was conducted in January 2005. Meaning that we have data for every Continuum of Care for the last twenty years.

High school students in Flagstaff take to streets to protest ICE crackdown in America

by Community Contributor • January 29, 2026 • Comments Off

Also see:

• AZ Daily Sun — Gallery: Students walk out of Flagstaff High School and Coconino High School in protest of ICE actions
• Great Circle Media — Flagstaff students organize walkout to protest ICE

FLAGSTAFF — More than 150 Flagstaff High School students took to the streets and protested in front of the Flagstaff City Hall as part of a citywide-protest by youth against the nationwide ICE crackdown during protests on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026.

Protests were also reported by students at Coconino High School and Mount Eldon Middle School.

Protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) intensified during the past few weeks following the shooting deaths of ICE watchers Renee Nicole Good on Jan. 7 and Alex Pretti on Jan. 24.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Join us for our next Prevention Council Zoom meeting on Feb. 5 to share your story

by Community Contributor • January 28, 2026 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

COCONINO COUNTY — Please join CCC&Y for its next Prevention Council Zoom meeting at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5. Our meetings provide our coalition partners with the opportunity to share the latest news about their projects that support children, youth and their families in Northern Arizona.

The Council meets the first Thursday of the month.

Want to be a guest speaker at our next meeting? Send an email to CCC&Y Executive Director Virginia Watahomigie at coalition coalition@coconinokids.org to be placed on the agenda or to receive a Zoom link to our next meeting.

Coconino County Elections Department recognizes Help America Vote Day to inspire civic engagement

by Community Contributor • January 28, 2026 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — As the 2026 election season is underway, the Coconino County Elections Department is recognizing Help America Vote Day on Jan. 27. Help America Vote Day aims to inspire greater civic engagement and volunteerism, and help ensure safe,…

Grand Canyon National Park plans adaptive reopening of North Rim in summer 2026

by Community Contributor • January 28, 2026 • Comments Off

GRAND CANYON, Ariz. — Grand Canyon National Park is preparing an adaptive approach for the seasonal reopening of the North Rim, evaluating potential impacts from winter weather to park infrastructure after the Dragon Bravo Fire. The park aims to open popular points of interest, including the North Kaibab Trail, on May 15, weather and conditions permitting.

Park officials emphasize that the guiding principle for the upcoming season is: “We will open what we can, where we can, when we can.” This approach prioritizes visitor safety, resource protection, and operational readiness. Park officials are aware of the challenges of local communities, businesses and our visitors in planning for the 2026 season and are committed to providing specific details about the 2026 North Rim season no later than April 1, 2026.

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