Good Day
Flagstaff
Friday, July 18th, 2025
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sheriff’s deputies stopped a vehicle on I-40 near Winona and seized 22.68 pounds of marijuana (along with two handguns) during the search. Arizona Daily Sun
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ ZenniHome closed its LeChee office this week and filed for 210 layoffs after cutting its tiny home plan from 160 to 80 units+ Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren said his administration is helping the affected workers and exploring new uses for the facility. AZ Family
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Dragon Bravo Fire, sparked by lightning on July 4, grew to over 11,000 acres after crews did not get an incident meteorologist until Monday—firefighters have since worked to contain the blaze while more than 70 structures were lost. State leaders have called for a federal review of the fire management approach as 600 firefighters continue their efforts. AZ Family
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Native radio stations serving tribal communities in Arizona warned they could lose about 60% of their funding if Congress implements a proposed $1.1 billion cut in public broadcasting, which may reduce government-funded support by roughly $954,000 for several stations. This loss would risk cutting off emergency alerts and native language programming—leaving rural areas without a vital communication lifeline. AZ Family
- ➤ Coconino County earned national recognition for ranking among the top 10 US counties under 150,000 in digital innovation during the 2025 Digital Counties Survey—its sixth straight year of success. The county received the award on July 11 at a NACo conference in Philadelphia and continues to expand cybersecurity, broadband access, and public service tools on rural and tribal lands. Flagscanner
- ➤ The City of Flagstaff announced it will propose new rates and fees for public parking in the downtown area and City Council will consider the changes at a meeting on Tuesday, September 2 at 3:00 p.m.—the first reading is then and a second reading will occur on Tuesday, September 16 at 3:00 p.m.—at City Council Chambers at 211 W. Aspen Avenue. City of Flagstaff
- ➤ City officials in Flagstaff celebrated Tuesday the full opening of the decades-long Beulah/University Realignment—featuring an extension, roundabout and pedestrian underpass beneath Milton Road. Arizona Daily Sun
- ➤ Flagstaff drivers face temporary road closures as the City’s annual road safety program begins on Monday, July 21—northbound Beulah Blvd will be closed at Forest Meadows for pavement patching ahead of an August overlay; additional roads including Kaspar Dr & Lynch Ave, Switzer Canyon Dr, San Francisco St, and Timberline Rd will have lane restrictions until July 25. Motorists should use caution and follow posted signage to avoid delays. Flagscanner
- ➤ The City of Flagstaff announced that northbound Beulah Boulevard at Forest Meadows Street will be closed from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 21 for pavement patching — southbound lanes will remain open. The city also will perform pavement and concrete work next week on Kaspar Drive and Lynch Ave from July 21 to 25, on Switzer Canyon Drive on July 22, on San Francisco Street on July 23 and 24, and on Timberline Road on July 25 as part of its Road Repair and Street Safety Program before a full pavement overlay in August. KAFF
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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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Hike to Hunt Experience
3 p.m. — Camp Raymond — Various ticket options available — Engage in a unique archery adventure through challenging terrains at Camp Raymond.
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The Altons & Thee Sinseers Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Cost not specified — Experience a vibrant fusion of soul, rock, and Latin rhythms from The Altons.
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