Good Day
Flagstaff
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Flagstaff police and EMS responded on May 2 to a car hitting a pedestrian at Route 66 and Verde— the injured pedestrian remains alert and is receiving care. Flagscanner
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local entrepreneur Jay Jones and his company TechGenie won $30,000 at the Innovate Green Pitch Competition on April 12 at the Moonshot Campus in Flagstaff for their patent-pending vertical food-growing system—designed to use 90% less water than traditional methods—and will use the funds to purchase machinery for scaling production. Flagscanner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials scheduled pavement repairs on Sawmill Road with full overnight closures from 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 6 to 6 a.m. Wednesday, May 7 and from 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 7 to 6 a.m. Thursday, May 8—motorists must use detour routes on Seville Ln, Barrow Ave, Cambridge Ln, and Kensington Dr. A portion of Barrow Ave will serve as a staging area from May 5 to May 8. City of Flagstaff
- ➤ The EPA pulled a $1M grant from Flagstaff that funded wildfire resilience hubs, emergency supplies and clean air systems, forcing cuts to education programs and four jobs as the busy fire season nears. City officials are appealing the decision and expect an answer in up to 6 months. AZ Family
- ➤ FUSD added two new electric buses during Bus Driver Appreciation Day Tuesday even as it faced a driver staffing shortage, and a ribbon cutting ceremony marked their introduction. Arizona Daily Sun
- ➤ Coconino County Emergency Management debuted its new mobile incident command unit this past weekend — a rugged trailer with full communications equipment designed to coordinate emergency responses more effectively. Arizona Daily Sun
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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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Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2025
4-8 p.m. — Buffalo Park — Registration fee required — Kids from Pre-K to 8th grade can participate in a fun running program promoting health and fitness.
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Bear Jaw & Waterline Hike
10 AM – 3 PM — Abineau & Bear Jaw Loop Trail — Donation-based — Challenge yourself on a scenic hike with fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
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Bird Walk at The Arboretum
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Pre-registration required — Explore the diverse birdlife with guided insights from Dr. Celia Holm.
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Fun at the Fort Summer Camp - Week 1
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Fort Tuthill County Park — Registration required — Explore the wonders of nature with fellow adventurers aged 8-15 during this engaging summer camp.
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