Thursday, April 24th, 2025
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pedestrian was hit by a train in Flagstaff—local authorities are investigating the incident. Flagscanner
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Flagstaff Police notifies residents that convicted sex offender Gary Silva lives in our community as required by state law—he is not currently sought by police. Flagscanner
- ➤ Flagstaff Police Department is asking residents to help complete a community notification under Arizona Revised Statute 13-3825 regarding Joseph Glen Defoe, a convicted sex offender identified as Offender 26328590—he is not wanted by the department at this time. Flagscanner
- ➤ Flagstaff Police ask residents to help complete a community notification about Julio Dorsett, a convicted sex offender required by state law—he is not sought by the department at this time. Flagscanner
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Photographer Jake Bacon, who has captured Flagstaff life for over 30 years, will share his storytelling at Orpheum. The event will highlight his work and give the community a closer look at his visual journey. Arizona Daily Sun
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former campaign members celebrated the installation of a new plaque — marking the successful ballot initiative that protected McMillan Mesa Natural Area in Flagstaff. Arizona Daily Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ This morning, Coconino County District 2 Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez spoke on the Jeff Kennedy Show about federal funding delays that forced the county to cover flood mitigation and forest thinning expenses for a dangerous fire season — he warned that delays on projects at Bill Williams Mountain and in the upper Rio De Flag could affect fire safety and the local lumber industry. KAFF
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Kyle McCain and Camron Howell are building an 18‐hole putting course that will open in Flagstaff this summer. The facility is set to offer visitors fun surprises—adding a fresh local recreational option. Arizona Daily Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Flagstaff beach volleyball beat Valley Christian 4 to 1 in the first round of the Division II state tournament at Flagstaff Athletic Club—East on Monday and now advances to the quarterfinals. Arizona Daily Sun
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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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Pinyons and Pines 2025
6:00 a.m. — Flagstaff Bicycle Revolution — Entry fee required — Tackle a challenging self-supported bikepacking race through Northern Arizona's stunning landscapes.
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Engelbert Humperdinck Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of timeless music from the legendary Engelbert Humperdinck.
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