The Coconino County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing Sept. 17 to gather feedback from residents on proposed amendments to the County's zoning ordinances. The amendments that the Board will consider include multiple less-substantive changes and updates to the County's zoning … [Read more...] about County Seeking Input on Zoning Changes
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Flagstaff Getting $2 Million-NAU $250,000
U.S. Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick, D-Ariz., is pleased to announce two major grants for District One: a $2 million transportation grant for the Flagstaff Pulliam Airport, and a nearly $250,000 science grant for Northern Arizona University. The Flagstaff Pulliam Airport will receive a $2 million U.S. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Getting $2 Million-NAU $250,000
ADOT Monitoring Roads Because of Rain
Flash floods are possible throughout the region because of heavy rainfall through Wednesday. The Arizona Department of Transportation plans to monitor roads which could flood. Pumps along Valley freeways have been working hard to clear a tremendous amount of rainfall that fell during a short … [Read more...] about ADOT Monitoring Roads Because of Rain
Non-Profits Joining Forces to Feed Hungry
Flagstaff Family Food Center and Northern Arizona Food Bank, two non-profit agencies, have merged and will now operate under one umbrella and one name. The new agency, called Flagstaff Family Food Center: Food Bank and Kitchen (FFFC-FB&K), will continue to serve hot meals, facilitate the … [Read more...] about Non-Profits Joining Forces to Feed Hungry
Museum Celebrating 85 Year Anniversary
The Museum of Northern Arizona (MNA) is celebrating 85 years of inspiring a love for the Colorado Plateau with 2 special events. Free admission today, Friday, September 6, 2013. Tomorrow: Learn about Hopi Silver Overlay At 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, the museum presents “A History of Hopi … [Read more...] about Museum Celebrating 85 Year Anniversary
Phoenix Suns Training in Flagstaff
The Phoenix Suns make their return to Flagstaff, Ariz. for the first time since 2004 when they report for training camp at Northern Arizona University from September 30 through October 5. This year marks the 21st time the City of Flagstaff has hosted the team's training camp. Phoenix first used … [Read more...] about Phoenix Suns Training in Flagstaff
NAU Embracing the New World Currency
In our increasingly globalized economy, people are calling education the new world currency. This idea plays well into numerous efforts at Northern Arizona University including the China Initiatives, which is increasing global education, research and exchange through partnerships with Chinese … [Read more...] about NAU Embracing the New World Currency
Raising Money for Fallen Hotshots
Guardian Air, a division of Flagstaff Medical Center and Verde Valley Medical Center, flew in to present a $10,000 check at the Granite Mountain Hotshot Crew Fundraiser and Golf Tournament in Prescott to benefit the families of the firefighters that lost their lives battling the Yarnell Hill Fire. … [Read more...] about Raising Money for Fallen Hotshots
Scheduling Services for Legendary Businessman
Jim Babbitt has been a well-known face, name and businessman in Flagstaff for many decades. The 89 year old Babbitt died Thursday in Sun City. He bought Babbitt Motor Company in 1965, which was renamed Jim Babbitt Ford. He served three years as a fighter pilot in Europe. Services for … [Read more...] about Scheduling Services for Legendary Businessman
Firewood Applications Available
Northern Arizona Food Bank (NAFB) has been helping low income families, seniors, and disabled individuals with free firewood during the winter months. There are many families in Northern Arizona who are living without plumbing and electricity. These people depend on firewood for their heating and … [Read more...] about Firewood Applications Available