Good morning, Flagstaff.

Flagstaff health leaders say work done during the COVID time helps build plans for future outbreaks—such as better ways to test and treat illness.

New efforts will start in coming months—plans made to keep Flagstaff residents safe.

Flagstaff Medical Center is treating fewer patients who are critically ill with COVID now that the pandemic marks its five-year anniversary (local healthcare workers reported a decline) and current patient data shows a drop in severe cases (reflecting a noticeable change in treatment needs).

Researchers in Flagstaff are continuing to study COVID-19 five years after it first reached Coconino County on March 16th, 2020—focusing on how the virus affects people over time.

The study builds on early research that began soon after the virus arrived.

NAU men's and women's basketball teams are headed to postseason tournaments; the men will play in the College Basketball Invitational Tournament in Daytona Beach on Sunday—while the women's team will face the Arizona Wildcats in the Women’s Basketball Invitational Tournament at McKale Center on Thursday night—bringing key matchups to the courts.

Monthly Ales with the Arb: A Scientific Discussion

Gather at Mother Road Brewing Company for a monthly event featuring discussions on biological sciences, with a focus this month on Flagstaff and the Peaks presented by Professor John Vankat.

Steep Canyon Rangers Concert

Steep Canyon Rangers, renowned for their Carolina sound, will perform at The Orpheum Theater as they promote their new album, Morning Shift.

OLD 97's Live Concert

The Old 97's will perform at The Orpheum Theater, showcasing their unique blend of alt-country and power-pop music.

Learning to Create the Art of Enlightenment: Drawing the Face of a Buddha (International Kadampa Retreat Center)

Everyone is welcome. No drawing experience or ability is required to have a meaningful experience on this course. All materials included!

Learning to Create the Art of Enlightenment: Drawing the Face of a Buddha (International Kadampa Retreat Center)

Everyone is welcome. No drawing experience or ability is required to have a meaningful experience on this course. All materials included!

28th Annual Mountain Spelling Bee

5 p.m. — Coconino Community College — Dinner and drinks available — Celebrate literacy with a fun-filled spelling bee competition and community activities.

Dàimh Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Sinagua Middle School — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of traditional Scottish music with Dàimh in Flagstaff.

2025 Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival: Environmental Session

8-10 p.m. — Beaver Street Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate environmental conservation through inspiring films and creative solutions to global waste issues.

Moonshine Bandits Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Yucca North — Cost info not provided — Experience the lively sounds of the Moonshine Bandits, a dynamic West Coast band.