Good Day
Flagstaff
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Flagstaff Police Department is asking residents for help with a community notification for convicted sex offender Archie Paul Begay — the department confirms he is not wanted at this time. Flagscanner
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality announced its statewide Arizona Water Keepers campaign in partnership with Leave No Trace to promote responsible recreation by urging visitors to bring a trash bag, check for algal blooms, plan for waste disposal, and stay on marked trails. The agency noted its work near Oak Creek reduced E. coli levels by 54 percent over five years (a success it hopes to expand statewide). KAFF
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Department of Transportation and City of Flagstaff announced that parts of Cedar Avenue will be fully closed from May 27 to August 4 for two projects. One project will shut down the Cedar Avenue/Lockett Road intersection for a new roundabout and the other will close the stretch between Grandview Drive and Monte Vista Drive—detour routes will be available for drivers, pedestrians, and bus riders—while Linda Vista Drive stays open. City of Flagstaff
- ➤ Coconino County offices, Health services and courts will be closed on May 26 for Memorial Day while an Animal Services officer is available from 7 a.m. — 5:30 p.m. and parks remain open — with reminders for fire safety. Flagscanner
- ➤ The City of Flagstaff announced that two sections of Cedar Avenue will be fully closed from May 27 through August 4 due to major construction projects aimed at improving safety and flood control. The Fourth/Lockett Roundabout Project will replace the signalized intersection at Fourth Street and Cedar Ave—Lockett Road while the Spruce Wash Flood Mitigation Project will build a new storm drain between Grandview Drive and Monte Vista Drive. KAFF
- ➤ The Coconino County Manager’s office warned Flagstaff residents about a scam email that falsely charges an application review fee for a Conditional Use Permit—legitimate County messages come only from an @coconino.az.gov address. Residents who received this email are urged to call Community Development at 928-679-8850. Flagscanner
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ About a quarter of North Leroux Street’s 100 block is being demolished while local officials review a concept plan for a new hotel from a neighboring parcel + updates are expected as plans develop. Arizona Daily Sun
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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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Charity Golf Tournament
7:30 AM - 5 PM — Continental Golf Club — $150 — Play golf for a good cause supporting local children's health initiatives.
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Flagstaff Pro Rodeo
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Fort Tuthill County Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of rodeo competitions in the heart of Flagstaff.
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Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Pollinator Power
9 a.m. — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Registration required — Buzz into the world of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators with hands-on activities and crafts.
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Ryan Bingham Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Pepsi Amphitheater — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience the unique blend of music from the award-winning musician and Yellowstone star Ryan Bingham.
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Arizona Relocation Adventures in Flagstaff
5:30 p.m. — 103 W Birch Ave, Flagstaff, AZ — Ticket prices vary — Explore neighborhoods and meet locals during this engaging real estate adventure.
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Iconic Birds of Northern Arizona Talk
Time TBA — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Free entry — Explore the beauty of Northern Arizona's avian life with author Margaret Dyekman.
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Pollinator Festival
10 AM – 2 PM — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Included with admission — Celebrate pollinators with workshops, activities, and a plant sale for the whole family.
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