The Ebola outbreak in West Africa and deadly diseases elsewhere in the world may infect the imagination and spread fear among observers, but Flagstaff is more susceptible to an influenza epidemic from the often preventable circulation of airborne germs. Mare Schumacher, epidemiologist at the Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD), says that while an […]
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Suns Return to Flagstaff for Training Camp
The Phoenix Suns will return to Flagstaff, Ariz. for the second consecutive season when they report for training camp at Northern Arizona University from September 30 through October 4. This year marks the 18th time the City of Flagstaff has hosted the team’s training camp and the second straight year after the Suns returned in […]
Traveler in Concert at The Arboretum at Flagstaff, September 6, 2014
By Flagstaff Business News on August 27, 2014 in Business Calendar, Community Profile, Local News, Tourism
FLAGSTAFF, AZ –The Arboretum at Flagstaff and Flagstaff Arts Council announce Traveler in concert at The Arboretum. Musical performances take place under the shade of the cool pines with a view of the San Francisco Peaks, rain or shine. The concert will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2014. Traveler’s sound is […]
Oak Creek Canyon Closure Area
Coconino National Forest will be expanding the existing Slide Fire closure area for public safety on July 7 or with the onset of the monsoon pattern—whichever occurs first. The proposed expansion of the closure area will include National Forest land within Oak Creek Canyon beginning on the southern end near the Huckaby trailhead at Schnebly Hill […]
Explore Hopi – Insights into Ancient Culture
Like a young corn plant sprouting from an ancient mesa, Explore Hopi is growing, thriving and showing plenty of promise. This Hopi-owned and operated cultural tourism program’s roots spring from the Hopi Tribe’s intention to make sure Explore Hopi boosts economic development for the Hopi and Tewa people. “It was designed to help the people […]
Commemorating New National Historic Landmark
The National Park Service (NPS) today announced plans to dedicate one of the nation’s newest National Historic Landmarks, the 1956 Grand Canyon TWA-United Airlines Aviation Accident Site in Grand Canyon National Park. This site commemorates a horrific airline collision over the Grand Canyon in 1956. On Tuesday, July 8 at 10 a.m. a public dedication ceremony […]
Offroad Events Planned for Summer
Arizona Offroad Promotions is hosting an Off-Road Race for Motorcycles-ATV;s – UTV’s in St. Johns Arizona July 5, 2014, this race will take place downtown and racing loops out at Blue Hills area. Everyone is welcome to race or spectate. This is the first time ever there has been an Off-Road race at this location. […]
Hospitality Professionals Driving Tourism
Route 66 is one of the most iconic roads in the United States. Consisting of a total of 2,448 miles and covering 375 miles in the state of Arizona, the highway passes directly through downtown Flagstaff. The historic town and college community is home to shops, restaurants, art galleries, breweries and friendly hospitality from residents. […]