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Flagstaff
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Canyon’s North Rim will partially reopen this year with popular spots opening on May 15 if weather permits — park officials said the phased reopening follows last year’s Dragon Bravo Fire that burned 145,000 acres, and more reopening details will be announced by April 1. AZ Family
- ➤ Grand Canyon National Park will reopen parts of the North Rim including the North Kaibab Trail on May 15 (weather permitting) as officials review winter impacts from the Dragon Bravo Fire; more details will be shared by April 1 to help local visitors plan their trips. KAFF
- ➤ Arizona is reviewing a proposal by Rep. Gail Griffin to use cloud seeding to boost snowfall near Flagstaff, though the plan faces hurdles in the state legislature. Arizona Daily Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Uri Farkas, Northern Arizona's athletic director, stepped down on Tuesday less than a year after his full-time appointment to focus on his physical and mental health and his family (he had been interim appointed on June 30 after serving as deputy since 2018). AZ Family
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Golden K-Pop Party
1:30-3 p.m. — Flagstaff Mall — Free entry — K-Pop enthusiasts gather for an energizing celebration at the mall.
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An Evening with Yachtley Crew
7-10 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Cost info not available — Groove to the smooth sounds of Yacht Rock with Yächtley Crëw as they deliver an unforgettable night of music.
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Hi I'm Ghost Concert
8-10 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live music from Hi I'm Ghost featuring #Sospook and LVNKY.
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AJ Lee & Blue Summit Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — Yucca North — Ticket info available — Experience the dynamic and technically impressive sounds of AJ Lee & Blue Summit, an award-winning band on the rise in the roots music scene.
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Valentine's Day Culinary Experience at Atria 2026
4:30-9:30 p.m. — Atria — $180 per person — Celebrate love with a special 4-course prix fixe menu and elevate your dining experience.
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2026 GORE-TEX Kahtoola Uphill Race
5-9 p.m. — Fremont Restaurant & Bar — Registration fees apply — Join a thrilling mountain race that supports youth environmental education in Northern Arizona.
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