Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Flagstaff police arrested two individuals after a road rage incident led to gunfire downtown—only one shot was fired from a small-caliber firearm. Arizona Daily Sun
- ➤ The Flagstaff Police Department is asking residents to be aware of convicted sex offender Richard Ballard Jahns III, as required by Arizona law — they stated he is not wanted at this time. Flagscanner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state of Arizona allocated $4M to Flagstaff in its FY2026 budget to help build a new wildland fire training facility — a project funded by the state — that will serve as the base for the fire department’s Wildfire Management Division. City officials said the facility will offer year-round scenario-based training for local and regional fire personnel — a step that improves coordination with municipal, state and federal agencies — and boost wildfire response. Flagscanner
- ➤ Coconino County supports Grand Canyon National Park as the Dragon Bravo Fire closed the North Rim early and the White Sage Fire near Jacobs Lake prompted evacuations—officials and first responders have worked to manage road closures while local residents and businesses face economic challenges. Local leaders say the fires' impact is affecting jobs and critical infrastructure in the region. Flagscanner
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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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Joe C. Montoya Community & Senior Center Open House
10 AM – 2 PM — Joe C. Montoya Community & Senior Center — Free entry — Celebrate Parks and Recreation Month by exploring community offerings and activities.
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Adventure Challenge Summer Camp - Week 8
9 AM – 4 PM — Fort Tuthill County Park — Cost info not provided — Dive into an adventure-packed week of teamwork and challenges for ages 8-15.
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Grand Canyon Series - Slopestyle Competition
All day — Arizona Snowbowl — Registration fee required — Compete in snowboarding and freeskiing amidst the breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon.
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