Governor Jan Brewer has issued a proclamation declaring September 17-23, 2011, “Constitution Week” in remembrance of the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787. “The U.S. Constitution was groundbreaking. It not only established a new government but – more importantly – it set forth the very … [Read more...] about Constituion Week Being Recognized in AZ
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Volunteers Needed at Schultz Fire Burn Area
Volunteers are needed to help fill sandbags for the Schultz Flood area. Beginning today, the United Way of Northern Arizona staff will be at the Silver Saddle gas station on the corner of 89A and Silver Saddle Road to help in the process. Volunteers are needed for the next several … [Read more...] about Volunteers Needed at Schultz Fire Burn Area
Orpheum Presenting Dar Williams and Joan Osborne
The Orpheum Theater presents an evening with Dar Williams and Joan Osborne Wednesday, September 21, 2011. Dar Williams and Joan Osborne, two of the most acclaimed female recording artists of the last two decades, are joining forces for a two-week co-headlining tour this fall. Although they both … [Read more...] about Orpheum Presenting Dar Williams and Joan Osborne
Green Energy Generators Reducing Wildlife Collisions
Almost everyone wants to see more renewable power generation, but the compromise between conservationists and power companies can be an uneasy one. Just recently, a prairie dog colony was evicted from a site in East Flagstaff, while turbines at the pending wind power generation site near Williams … [Read more...] about Green Energy Generators Reducing Wildlife Collisions
Community Remembering 911
The greater Northern Arizona community gathered at Flagstaff City Hall today to commemorate 911. The National Day of Service events started with an effort led by Northern Arizona University's Civic Service Institute. Volunteers from the Institute, Americorps, NAU, and many community members placed … [Read more...] about Community Remembering 911
CCC Celebrating 20 Years
Officials and community members helped kick off today's year long celebration of CCC, and its many roles in Northern Arizona. A ceremony held on the Lone Tree campus today, celebrated the college's many accomplishments, and speakers talked about the future of the institution. CCC President Leah … [Read more...] about CCC Celebrating 20 Years
Camping Restrictions In Place Near Snowbowl
To provide for greater public safety and property protection, the Coconino National Forest is implementing a restriction on overnight camping in the Snowbowl Road, Snowbowl and Leroux Springs area. Camping is still allowed at designated dispersed campsites along Forest Road 522/Freidlein Prairie … [Read more...] about Camping Restrictions In Place Near Snowbowl
Catching Your Breath with COPD Awareness
A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that while three of the leading causes of death were on the decline, only chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) increased. These new findings mean that COPD moved into the number three spot for leading … [Read more...] about Catching Your Breath with COPD Awareness
Rural Arizona Seeking Autonomy in Redistricting
The political landscape of Northern Arizona could change drastically as soon as November of this year, when the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission (IRC) announces its final plans for the redrawing of both Arizona’s legislative districts and U.S. Congressional district boundaries. And to … [Read more...] about Rural Arizona Seeking Autonomy in Redistricting
NAU Football Players Visit Young Hospital Patients
Are you guys real football players? Matt Myers and Scott McKeever got that greeting upon arriving at Phoenix Children’s Hospital Thursday from a kid who was about to receive a heart transplant this week. “I have never seen one in real life,” said the kid. It was a touching moment for the … [Read more...] about NAU Football Players Visit Young Hospital Patients