Continuing the great tradition of annual Navajo Nation fairs and celebrations, Yee Ha’ólníi Doo has organized a Virtual Fair Celebrating Summer Solstice on June 19-20, 2021. The Virtual Fair features a phenomenal roster of cultural and musical performances plus much more! Annual fairs on the Navajo … [Read more...] about Yee Ha’ólníi Doo Celebrating Summer Solstice with a Virtual Fair
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Preparing Horses for Evacuation in Wildfire Season
Dry, warm, windy conditions make this month prime time for Northern Arizona wildfires. As cities and forests call for fire restrictions and wildland firefighters are on high alert, Flagstaff Equine Emergency Response Network (FEERN) offers a Facebook-based communications hub for horse owners who … [Read more...] about Preparing Horses for Evacuation in Wildfire Season
Flagstaff Library Planning Summer Activities
With a return of in-person services and open doors to the public still on the horizon, the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library has begun preparing for having the public back in the building in addition to its upcoming Summer Reading Challenge, which includes both online and outdoor options … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Library Planning Summer Activities
Dr. Nancy Knows How to Heal, Inspire, Motivate
Six stories up, with a birds-eye view of Valley landmarks like Old Town Scottsdale, Papago Park and the Four Peaks on the eastern skyline, Dr. Nancy Gaines-Dillard, DNP, celebrates the launch of her latest endeavor with Arizona Hall of Fame Broadcaster Dave Pratt, Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame … [Read more...] about Dr. Nancy Knows How to Heal, Inspire, Motivate
Hopi Artist Uses Art to Heal Other Veterans
Prescott artist and U.S. Army Veteran Filmer “Fil” Kewanyama draws on the ceremonies and symbolism of his Hopi heritage to portray the ancient spiritualism guiding his people. “The majority of my work depicts and chronicles the Hopi way of life,” Kewanyama said. “What I feel and know is very … [Read more...] about Hopi Artist Uses Art to Heal Other Veterans
Cycling Miles to Capture Milestones
It was a winter of discontent, as the COVID pandemic began to peak in January, followed by the Polar Vortex storm that hovered over much of America in February, shutting down electrical grids from Texas to much of the Midwest. At this historic moment, journalist and author Michael Sean Comerford, … [Read more...] about Cycling Miles to Capture Milestones
Survey to Evaluate Broadband Capabilities for Rural Populations
A direct consequence of the shutdowns and isolation resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic has been “front and center awareness of the criticality of broadband and its significance in issues such as emergency management, education, health care and work access – and many others,” according to Teri … [Read more...] about Survey to Evaluate Broadband Capabilities for Rural Populations
Injured Burro, Aging Bull Find Sanctuary
Milagro, or Miracle, as he now is known, was rescued by volunteers after being struck in the head and shoulder by a vehicle and bleeding profusely from his ears. Animal Guardian Network (AGN) founder Carrie Singer jumped into action and rushed the Lake Pleasant-based burro to a veterinary … [Read more...] about Injured Burro, Aging Bull Find Sanctuary
Sinema-Backed Bill Supports Safer Water Systems for Tribal Communities in Arizona
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema cosponsored the bipartisan Indian Health Service Sanitation Facilities Construction Enhancement Act—legislation increasing funding for the Indian Health Service Sanitation Facilities Construction Program to construct and improve multiple critical water and … [Read more...] about Sinema-Backed Bill Supports Safer Water Systems for Tribal Communities in Arizona
Lowell Observatory Presents May 26 Lunar Eclipse Live Stream
One of the most dramatic and easily viewed celestial events—a total lunar eclipse—occurs on May 26. This will be the first one since January 2019. While it will be visible only from western North America, western South America, eastern Asia, and Australia, Lowell Observatory will make it available … [Read more...] about Lowell Observatory Presents May 26 Lunar Eclipse Live Stream