Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
Good morning, Flagstaff.
Flagstaff will host a public meeting to get community input on the design of its new Sunnyside community center.
The meeting will start today at 5:30 p.m.
Firefighters battled the Corral Fire about 2.5 miles east of Mormon Lake and 24 miles southeast of Flagstaff on Memorial Day after the blaze was reported around 6:30 a.m.—it started at 20 acres before growing to a few hundred acres as a Hotshot crew, four fire engines, and a water tender worked to contain it on a steep, rocky slope.
Joy Cone Flagstaff completed its first warehouse expansion and is now ready to show off the new space—Joe Pozar, the general manager, said it was fun to present the facility.
Flagstaff Unified School District will provide free meals for kids through the Summer Food Service Program starting June 2 at six school sites—this service will continue through the summer.
Fire crews fought the Corral Fire — first spotted near Mormon Lake on Monday morning in Coconino National Forest southeast of Flagstaff — and estimated it at 30 acres by noon; they conducted firing operations to keep the blaze contained, and no structures were threatened.
Emergency crews responded to a fire near Townsend Winona Rd and Rope Rd when a single burning tree grew to cover a quarter acre of grass.
Traffic has been shut down and officials monitor the moderate spread—no immediate threats have been reported.
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.
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.
Charity Golf Tournament
7:30 AM - 5 PM — Continental Golf Club — $150 — Play golf for a good cause supporting local children's health initiatives.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fun at the Fort Summer Camp - Week 3
9 AM – 4 PM — Fort Tuthill County Park — Cost varies — Blast off into a week of intergalactic adventure with Space Explorers for ages 8-15.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Flagstaff.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.