Saturday, July 5th, 2025
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At 12:55 p.m. on July 4, Ponderosa FD and EMS responded to an accident on eastbound I-40 at milepost (186) where a black SUV crashed in the median about 4 miles west of Flagstaff. Flagscanner
- ➤ At 8:40 a.m., DPS and EMS responded to a report of a single-vehicle accident on Interstate 40 eastbound to Interstate 17 Southbound — one person suffered serious injuries and is being transported to FMC trauma center. Flagscanner
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Closet of Flagstaff now operates as an independent thrift store—offering quality secondhand merchandise with a fresh retail approach. The store aims to redefine local thrift shopping while continuing to serve Flagstaff residents. Arizona Daily Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At 8:54 a.m., Flagstaff Police forced entry at a home on W University Heights Dr during a welfare check after finding the resident unresponsive (policy prohibits additional details) (officials have not released more information). Flagscanner
- ➤ Flagstaff Police responded to a physical altercation involving a security guard at Harbor Freight Tools on E Route 66 (at 2:16 p.m. on July 4). Flagscanner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flagstaff city manager Greg Clifton, who has served for six years, will retire in August — the city announced his planned retirement on July 1. Arizona Daily Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Coconino County is advising residents to take preventative measures to lower the risk of measles—a highly contagious viral illness that spreads through the air by coughing or sneezing. Arizona Daily Sun
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Eco Explorers Summer Camp - Creature Camp
Campers will explore wildlife habitats and meet live animals — July 7-11 — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — $ — Discover the secrets of animal adaptations through fun activities and guided nature hikes.
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Beginner Archery Clinic in Flagstaff
9 AM – 12 PM — Fort Tuthill County Park — $29 Adults, $18 Youth — Discover the fundamentals of archery with expert guidance and hands-on fun.
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Eco Explorers Summer Camp: Weird Plant Science
All week long — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Cost information not provided — Discover the strange secrets of plant life through hands-on experiments and exploration.
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311 Live in Concert with Badflower
7-11 p.m. — Pepsi Amphitheater — Tickets required — Rock out to 311 as they bring their unique sound to Flagstaff's Pepsi Amphitheater with special guests Badflower.
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Escape to Coconino Festival
July 18-19 — Pepsi Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Immerse in a unique blend of bass music and the beauty of nature in Flagstaff's scenic venue.
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Arizona Highland Celtic Festival
9 a.m. to 7 p.m. — Fort Tuthill County Park — $5-$30 — Celebrate Scottish and Irish culture with live music, whiskey tastings, and family-friendly activities.
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Arizona Highland Celtic Festival
All day — Fort Tuthill County Park — Free entry — Celebrate Celtic and Scottish traditions with cultural stories and community connections.
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Fun at the Fort Summer Camp - Week 7
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Fort Tuthill County Park — Pricing not specified — Dive into a week of sports and team-building activities for ages 8-15.
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Zero Balancing I Course
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Elevated Education of Northern Arizona — $795; discounts available — Learn the foundational techniques and principles of Zero Balancing in a hands-on workshop experience.
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The SoapGirls Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Tickets available — Experience the audacious Rock and Roll energy of The SoapGirls.
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