City of Flagstaff Fire Department officials remind residents that an approaching cold front could wreak havoc on plumbing. Because temperatures are expected to drop into single digits early Thursday, residents and property owners should prepare buildings. Sprinkler pipes, riser rooms and domestic … [Read more...] about Single Digit Temperatures Coming
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County Retrofit Cutting Down on Energy Use
The Coconino County Administration Building is not only a more comfortable place to do business, but also more energy efficient following a recent retrofit of its climate-control system. “Fans ran all the time and were loud,” recalls county project coordinator Christina Flynn. “We … [Read more...] about County Retrofit Cutting Down on Energy Use
Flagstaff Man Reaches Notable Achievement
A newly designated hospital corpsman recently became the 10,000th Navy graduate of the Basic Medical Technician Corpsman Program (BMTCP). Hospitalman Jordan Hakes is among the one-third of approximately 30,000 of today's Navy hospital corpsmen who are graduates of the Joint Base San Antonio … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Man Reaches Notable Achievement
Snowbowl is Open
Arizona Snowbowl is opening at the perfect time for you to shed your turkey feast off on the mountain this weekend. With early season snow on the ground, and an expert snowmaking crew hard at work for the past two weeks, Snowbowl management says they are enthusiastic for the opening. Lifts that … [Read more...] about Snowbowl is Open
Winter Sidewalk Ordinance in Effect
With another weather system approaching Northern Arizona, city officials remind residents and business owners of snow-related city ordinances. Flagstaff received significant snow during last week, which was followed by complaints regarding snow-covered sidewalks. Ordinance updates this year … [Read more...] about Winter Sidewalk Ordinance in Effect
Kirkpatrick Honoring Code Talkers
U.S. Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick, D-Ariz., will joined tribal leaders, military leaders and colleagues at a ceremony in the U.S. Capitol to present Native American code talkers with the Congressional Gold Medal. Tribes from across the country were honored, including the Hopi, White Mountain … [Read more...] about Kirkpatrick Honoring Code Talkers
Metzger Serving as VP -County Supervisors Assoc.
Coconino County Supervisor Mandy Metzger was elected by her colleagues as the first vice president of the County Supervisors Association (CSA), at the November 21, 2013, meeting of the CSA Board of Directors. "This is a tremendous honor," Supervisor Metzger said. "I am grateful for the … [Read more...] about Metzger Serving as VP -County Supervisors Assoc.
NAU Students Protesting Uranium Mining
Students Speak Out About Exclusion from 27-year-old Environmental Review Process - Demand a new Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Grand Canyon Area Uranium Mine NAU Against Uranium, a volunteer group made of Northern Arizona University students, organized the event “Youth Speak in Defense … [Read more...] about NAU Students Protesting Uranium Mining
Snowbowl Celebrating the Snow
It’s snowing at Arizona Snowbowl! As the first big early-season snowstorm moves through the region, Snowbowl staff members are watching with great anticipation and preparing for the projected First Day, White Friday, Nov. 29. “This storm is reported to be full of moisture and has the ability to … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Celebrating the Snow
Emmy Awards Recognize NAU TV Education Excellence
Northern Arizona University students and faculty took a walk on the red carpet at the Rocky Mountain Emmy Gala last month, where they picked up multiple student Emmys and even a lifetime achievement award. Every year, the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences – the same organization … [Read more...] about Emmy Awards Recognize NAU TV Education Excellence