Friday, April 18th, 2025
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Flagstaff detective was injured in a crash on Butler Ave—authorities are investigating the incident. Flagscanner
- ➤ Today at 6:43 p.m., Flagstaff Police saw a white Honda sedan—possibly stolen and linked to multiple incidents—flee on Lockett; later an officer spotted it moving slowly before it was seen driving wrong way near Butler on Fourth St with reports that it hit vehicles, and supervisors ordered officers not to pursue it. Flagscanner
- ➤ Suspects in a Flagstaff sting operation were arraigned this week—each pleading not guilty to grand jury indictments—and will face further court actions. Arizona Daily Sun
- ➤ The Flagstaff Police Department is asking for community help with a convicted sex offender, Raymond Desmond (ID: 1590647) who has been notified under Arizona Revised Statute (13-3825) and is not actively sought at this time. Flagscanner
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Coconino High School students are performing The Little Mermaid Jr.—10th grader Ava Rios said the talented cast shows a welcome comeback that everyone should see. Arizona Daily Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Ruben Gallego visited Mayan Winds today to discuss tariffs that are causing uncertainty for local businesses and a slowing economy — owner Jeronimo Vasquez expressed concern about long-term deals amid market changes. He will host a town hall meeting tomorrow to hear directly from veterans — continuing his visit in Flagstaff. KAFF
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Flagstaff home prices climbed this March as the median sale price reached $675,000 (up from $625,000 at the same point last year) and the figures mark the latest update on the local market (based on recent sales data). Arizona Daily Sun
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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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Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
~ Theodore Roosevelt
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