Senator John McCain is in Northern Arizona today, visiting with the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce in addition to a trip to Grand Canyon National Park. U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ) brought together officials from federal and state agencies, sportsmen’s and conservation organizations, for a … [Read more...] about McCain Visiting Northern Arizona
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Forest Officials Managing Fire in Northern AZ.
The Cooper Fire on the North Kaibab Ranger District has continued to spread naturally and is now at 50 acres in size. Throughout the past few days, fire managers have been encouraged by the reduction in existing forest ground litter and tree stand densities. Located within the existing Jacob Ryan … [Read more...] about Forest Officials Managing Fire in Northern AZ.
Northern Arizona Food Bank Toy Drive Successful
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Toy Bank, the Northern Arizona Food Bank joined the Toys Across America movement, providing toys and games to kids in need in all 50 states.In Flagstaff, a crowd of kids showed up and enjoyed receiving new toys and games. The Toy Bank is a … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Food Bank Toy Drive Successful
Saturday Fundraiser for Wildland Firefighter’s Foundation
There’s that saying “it takes a village…” and in this case, that saying rings true here in Northern Arizona, a very tight knit community who supports each other in hard times. A group of individuals from the Flagstaff community made it their mission this past June to raise funds to directly support … [Read more...] about Saturday Fundraiser for Wildland Firefighter’s Foundation
Road Construction Season in Full Swing
Flagstaff's construction season is in full swing, creating delays throughout the city. ADOT crews also are busy with numerous projects along I-17 between Northern Arizona and Phoenix. City officials are reporting Beaver Street at Route 66 will be reopened Monday, as BNSF finish … [Read more...] about Road Construction Season in Full Swing
Meeting Tonight to Address Flooding in East Flagstaff
Coconino County Sheriff Bill Pribil and District 4 Supervisor Mandy Metzger would like to invite residents of the Doney Park community to attend the monthly Neighborhood Watch meeting tonight. The meeting will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Cromer School, located at 7150 E. Silver Saddle … [Read more...] about Meeting Tonight to Address Flooding in East Flagstaff
Supai Residents Evacuating
Update August 2nd. This Red Cross Shelter has been closed, due to lack of participation by evacuees. The American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter is mobilizing this afternoon to open a shelter for residents of Supai Village in the Grand Canyon. Approximately 500 members of the … [Read more...] about Supai Residents Evacuating
County Fair Deadlines Approaching
The 64th Annual Coconino County Fair is fast approaching and the County Parks and Recreation Department has booked an array of music, food and family friendly activities fit for everyone. The Fair runs Aug. 30 to Sept. 2 at Fort Tuthill County Park at 2446 Fort Tuthill Loop off of Interstate 17 … [Read more...] about County Fair Deadlines Approaching
Native American Group Helping Forest
The Kaibab National Forest recently teamed with an organization from the Alamo Navajo Indian Reservation to complete a fuels reduction and habitat improvement project on the forest’s Tusayan Ranger District while providing employment opportunities for Alamo community members. The project, which … [Read more...] about Native American Group Helping Forest
More Flooding Possible in the Region
City of Flagstaff officials are making sandbags available for people to fill up, and sandbags remain available at the Silver Saddle store in Doney Park. Heavy summer rains have saturated the ground and caused localized flooding. Many homeowners throughout the region are reporting flooding and mud … [Read more...] about More Flooding Possible in the Region