Governor Doug Ducey today announced the Arizona Department of Economic Security will be launching a new Emergency Rental Assistance Program to provide financial assistance and housing stability. “We want to make sure renters in Arizona have the resources and support they need,” said Governor Ducey. “The rental assistance program will keep families and those in need in their homes and help them get back on their feet as we overcome the effects of the pandemic. We will continue to work closely … [Read more...] about Governor Ducey Announces Rental Assistance Program
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ACF and Donors Distribute Record $183 Million in 2020 Grants, Scholarships, and Loans
The Arizona Community Foundation and its donors are pleased to announce grant, scholarship, and loan distributions for the calendar year. Between January 1 and December 31, 2020, a record total of $183,125,928 was awarded from funds of the Arizona Community Foundation and its six statewide Affiliates in Cochise, Flagstaff, the Gila Valley, Sedona, Yavapai County, and Yuma. Over $94 million of the year’s total was dedicated to supporting 7,173 small businesses and nonprofit organizations … [Read more...] about ACF and Donors Distribute Record $183 Million in 2020 Grants, Scholarships, and Loans
Regional Residents Discuss Protecting Dark Skies
The value of the dark skies resource and what can be done to make sure the region’s exceptional dark skies aren’t diluted by light pollution were topics addressed by local leaders and national dark sky experts in two visioning sessions hosted by the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition (FDSC) via Zoom and facilitated by Arizona Town Hall President and CEO Tara Jackson and volunteer Chair-elect Evelyn Casuga. Retired U.S. Naval Observatory astronomer and Coalition member Chris Luginbuhl noted the … [Read more...] about Regional Residents Discuss Protecting Dark Skies
Warehouse of Dreams
It is hard to stop a good idea, even with obstacles such as months of coronavirus fears, a flagging economy and a wayward car in December that smashed into the corner of the warehouse that houses The Flagstaff Makerspace Coco-op on West Kaibab Lane. Opening in July of last year, the co-operative venture honors the makerspace ideal: Enter with an idea, learn to make it, make knowledgeable and curious friends. In recent years, makerspaces have cropped up across the country to provide places … [Read more...] about Warehouse of Dreams
Arizona Encouraging Families to Invest in Education with Tax Deductible Contributions
The State of Arizona is encouraging families to save for post-high school education expenses with tax-deductible donations. Arizona taxpayers can deposit into AZ529 educational savings plans set up for their children, grandchildren or friends and receive tax deductions. “My passion has been to help families across the entire state in every zip code. This is a wonderful opportunity to start saving early. When the student is ready to go off after high school, there is money for education,” said … [Read more...] about Arizona Encouraging Families to Invest in Education with Tax Deductible Contributions
ADHS Opens New Appointments At State-Run Phoenix Municipal Stadium
The Arizona Department of Health Services is opening up registration for 21,000 more appointments for the COVID-19 vaccine starting tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 9 a.m. This is part of the state’s ongoing work to speed up the pace of vaccine distribution. These additional appointments will be available to prioritized Arizonans at the new state-run vaccination site at Arizona State University’s Phoenix Municipal Stadium. These 21,000 appointments are now available thanks to vaccine supply … [Read more...] about ADHS Opens New Appointments At State-Run Phoenix Municipal Stadium
Vaccine Providing Hope Despite Slow Rollout
Three messages from healthcare professionals and Coconino County officials are loud and clear: the rollout of vaccines is providing great hope for getting COVID-19 under control; frustration exists with a lack of available doses; and, masking, social distancing and hand washing are all still very important actions to maintain. “We now have an effective tool in our hands to combat against the spread of COVID-19,” said Northern Arizona Healthcare Chief Quality Officer Dr. John Mougin. “We are … [Read more...] about Vaccine Providing Hope Despite Slow Rollout
Fort Tuthill County Park Closed to All Without Vaccine Appointment or Flagstaff Snow Park Ticket
Fort Tuthill is closed effectively immediately to the general public with the exception of those who have a scheduled vaccine appointment, a valid Flagstaff Snow Park ticket, or official on Luke Air Force Base. The public traffic today for those wishing to use the park for non-ticketed snow play is severely disrupting vaccine administration and traffic flow. Those without a vaccine appointment, a valid Snow Park ticket, or business on the Air Force Base will not be allowed to enter the … [Read more...] about Fort Tuthill County Park Closed to All Without Vaccine Appointment or Flagstaff Snow Park Ticket
Northern Arizona Organizations Invited to Attend Grant Application Workshops
Organizations serving residents of Tuba City, Page/Lake Powell, and Williams are invited to attend a grant application workshop hosted by the Arizona Community Foundation of Flagstaff. The grant application workshops will equip organizations with helpful knowledge in preparing for the annual competitive grant cycle. Attendance is highly encouraged for any organization wishing to apply for grants in 2021. Topics to be discussed include an overview of the new ACF online grants center, grant … [Read more...] about Northern Arizona Organizations Invited to Attend Grant Application Workshops
Lowell Observatory Presents 2NDAnnual I Heart Pluto Festival
Lowell Observatory is pleased to present a celebration 91 years in the making: the 2nd Annual I Heart Pluto Festival. Retired NASA astronauts Nicole Stott and Ron Garan and New Horizons scientists Dr. Alan Stern and Dr. Will Grundy headline the event. This free, all-virtual celebration runs from February 13-18 and features a variety of talks, tours, an art show, and a ham radio event. The festival falls on the anniversary of Clyde Tombaugh’s February 18, 1930 discovery of Pluto at Lowell … [Read more...] about Lowell Observatory Presents 2NDAnnual I Heart Pluto Festival
