Good Day
Flagstaff
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities in northern Arizona are searching for 2-year-old Boden Allen who walked away from his guardians near Agave Way and Jolly Road in Seligman on Monday—he was last seen wearing a blue tank top and pajama pants as over 40 volunteers, deputies and DPS troopers conducted an overnight search. AZ Family
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Teacher of the Year finalists were chosen from 24 nominees across Coconino County—Flagstaff students will benefit from expanded learning opportunities through these educators. The nominees were recognized for their commitment to innovative teaching practices in our community. Arizona Daily Sun
- ➤ FUSD shared updated plans for increasing employee recruitment and retention during a recent meeting where district leaders reviewed nine trends and goals that will guide their approach over the next five years — the plan aims to address staffing challenges. Arizona Daily Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Emergency crews—trained responders—are managing a wildland fire assignment on Interstate 40 east of Flagstaff. Officials said more details will be provided as the situation develops. Flagscanner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Coconino County is selling surplus property through an online auction — open until Friday, April 25. Interested buyers can place bids — using GovDeals.com. Arizona Daily Sun
- ➤ Gov. Katie Hobbs signed the Arizona Healthy Schools Act on Monday that bans third-party ultraprocessed food sales from schools in federally funded meal programs—this measure addresses childhood obesity and will go into effect for the 2026-27 school year. KAFF
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Coconino vs Flagstaff Softball Game
4 p.m. — Coconino High School — Free entry — Catch the exciting varsity softball matchup between local rivals Coconino and Flagstaff.
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Facilitation Lab Flagstaff
2-4 p.m. — Moonshot — Free entry — Enhance your facilitation skills in a supportive and interactive environment with hands-on practice and valuable feedback.
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Whitey Morgan and the 78's Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — The Museum Club — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience the gritty honky-tonk sounds of Whitey Morgan from Flint, Michigan.
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Midland Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Pepsi Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the Grammy-nominated country group Midland live in Flagstaff.
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Spring Color Fun Dash
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Findlay Toyota Flagstaff — Registration details apply — Celebrate spring with a colorful fun dash and activities for all ages.
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Sierra Ferrell Live
7-9 p.m. — Pepsi Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the beautifully strange magic of roots music's rising star on her Shoot For The Moon Tour.
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Los Lonely Boys and Steel Pulse Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Pepsi Amphitheater — Tickets from $67 — Enjoy an evening of vibrant music with Los Lonely Boys and Steel Pulse in Flagstaff.
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Yo La Tengo Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — $38 — Last-minute concert tickets available for an evening of music with Yo La Tengo in Flagstaff.
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Mother's Day Painting Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Historic Brewing Barrel House — $35 — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting session while enjoying a drink.
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Palmer Squares Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Yucca North — Cost info not provided — Experience the energetic hip hop vibes of Chicago's Palmer Squares.
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