Good morning, Flagstaff.

Bill Cheney’s chess initiative has guided Flagstaff students for two decades from school clubs to national competitions.

The program now helps students prepare for SuperNationals—showing its strong role in the local community.

The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office said they received several reports of new scams from residents + they will investigate the cases to protect the community.

Governor Katie Hobbs visited Northern Arizona Healthcare’s Flagstaff campus Thursday—meeting with medical staff to discuss how proposed Medicaid cuts may reduce patient care statewide.

NAH President Dave Cheney warned that if another $20 million is lost, services for more than 700,000 people could face cutbacks.

Flagstaff’s congressional representative Rep. Eli Crane introduced a bill that will support cleanup of abandoned hardrock mines in the West—this effort includes uranium mines on the Navajo Nation.

Governor Katie Hobbs yesterday appointed Charles Doughty to the Coconino County Superior Court—he replaces retired Judge Elaine Fridlund-Horne.

Doughty led the legal team at DNA-People’s Legal Services since 2020 and also worked at the Attorney General’s Office and the County Public Defender’s Office.

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.

Spooky Stories: Flagstaff's Haunted Musical Tour

Evening — Gandy Dancer Sitting Park — Free for young children — Experience a unique walking ghost tour with live musical performances and spooky tales of Flagstaff's history.

Beat the Heat Open Pickleball Tournament

9 AM - 4 PM — NAU Tennis Center — $70 entry — Join in for a fun weekend of competitive pickleball with skill and age divisions.

Flagstaff Beer Festival

1-5 p.m. — Fort Tuthill County Park — From $12.51 — Raise a glass for non-profits while enjoying craft beers from various breweries.

Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Wilderness Explorers II

Campers take their wilderness skills to the next level — All week — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Additional cost applies — A hands-on adventure in outdoor challenges and fire safety.

Downtown Flagstaff Geology Rocks Tour

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Downtown Flagstaff — $15 for members, $20 for non-members — Embark on a fascinating walking tour exploring the geology and architecture of downtown Flagstaff.

Gong Live at The Orpheum Theater

8-11 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Tickets available — Immerse yourself in the dynamic journey of Gong, a band with a rich history and captivating performances.

Essential Oils Workshop

10 AM – 1 PM — ASIS Massage Education - Flagstaff — Tuition applies — Explore the versatility and benefits of essential oils in this informative workshop.