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Thursday, August 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.

CRIME NEWS

  • A man was arrested after shooting at a train near the 500 block of East Route 66 east of downtown Flagstaff at around 5:15 p.m.  Arizona Daily Sun

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • EmberSafe — a new Flagstaff nonprofit — is raising $2 million for its RedFlag Defense project to boost wildfire-detection tech that will help protect local communities.  Arizona Daily Sun
  • Parts of the North Kaibab Ranger District will reopen tomorrow after a complete closure due to the White Sage and Dragon Bravo fires while the Tusayan Ranger District enters Stage 2 fire restrictions. The U.S. Forest Service warns of remaining hazards and states that Forest Roads 247, 248, 248A and 279A will stay closed—prompting caution among visitors.  KAFF
  • A Northern Arizona University researcher was awarded an NSF grant for a citizen science project + the project will measure environmental change in Antarctica over the past 70 years.  Arizona Daily Sun

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Legends of New Country: Wallen & Wilson

    6-11 p.m. — Pepsi Amphitheater — $32-$55 — Experience a night of back-to-back musical tributes to Morgan Wallen and Lainey Wilson.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • Jason Bonham Concert

    7:00-8:30 p.m. — Pepsi Amphitheater — Check local listings for cost — Rock out with Jason Bonham, son of Led Zeppelin's legendary drummer John Bonham, at the Pepsi Amphitheater.

    Tue, 8/12/25

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  • Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art

    April 30 - October 26 — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Free entry — Explore artistic interpretations of the Colorado Plateau and reflect on nature's beauty and conservation.

    Wed, 8/13/25

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  • Mother Road Classic Car Show

    Showcase of classic cars — Time TBA — Wheeler Park — Supports local charities — Celebrate the legacy of Route 66 with stunning vehicles and community spirit.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • Ruta Verbena Concert

    8-10 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Tickets available online and at box office — Enjoy a vibrant night of danceable Latin music from Tucson's own Ruta Verbena.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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  • Groovin' in the Aspens

    8 AM – 2 PM — Fort Valley Trailhead — Registration fees apply — Experience a scenic 6K/10K/20K trail run through Arizona's stunning landscapes.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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  • Plateau Perspectives: Nature Through Art

    April 30 - October 26 — The Arboretum at Flagstaff — Free entry — Explore vibrant art installations that celebrate the ecology and beauty of the Colorado Plateau.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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  • 2025 Climb to Conquer Cancer

    6 AM – 12 PM — Arizona Snowbowl — Not specified — Unite with the community to support the American Cancer Society's mission to save lives.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The grass is greener where you water it.

~ Neil Barringham

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