Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Catholic Charities and Flagstaff Shelter Services are planning the first summer Point-in-Time Count for Coconino County, marking the second local PIT this year.
The count will take place outside the January national schedule—helping agencies update local data.
The Flagstaff Family Food Center will host its second annual Anti Hunger Summit on Sept.
4 — an event focused on addressing hunger in the local community.
The Flagstaff Fire Department reported that Captain-Paramedic Paul Sanders died at his home after 13 years of service—he was known for his dedication, compassion, and humor, and the department asks for privacy for his family at this time.
🚧 Accidents
The Flagstaff Fire Department and EMS responded at 10:06 a.m. today to a home on Blizzard Way where a person was trapped under a vehicle — further details are not yet available.
🚨 Crime
At 8:53 a.m. today, Flagstaff police responded to a fight at Ponderosa Park on First Street—officers tasered one individual and detained another.
On August 23, Flagstaff Police and EMS responded to a homeless shelter on E.
Huntington Dr at 11:17 a.m. for an assault in progress.
On August 23, 2025, Flagstaff Police responded at 12:04 p.m. to 120 North Beaver St where they found a transient sleeping in an unoccupied suite — the officers secured the scene without further incident.
On August 23, 2025, at 5:32 PM—Flagstaff Police responded to the Frances Short Pond parking lot when two severely intoxicated males caused a disturbance.
🎉 Flagstaff Events
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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.
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.
Durand Jones Live
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Durand Jones & The Indications on their Flowers Tour 2025.
Welcome Back to the Plains Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Pepsi Amphitheater — No entry fee provided — Experience Wyatt Flores' heartfelt songs that blend regret and hope as you travel to new beginnings.
Red Cross Blood Donation Campaign
8-10 a.m. — International Pavilion — Free for donors — Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a blood drive featuring mariachi music and community connections.
2025 Flagstaff Festival of Science Opening Event
7-8:30 p.m. — Northern Arizona University Ardrey Auditorium — Free entry — Kick off a 10-day celebration of science with keynote speaker Mariah Gladstone on Indigenous food systems and sustainability.
Harvesting Knowledge Through Yoga
45 minutes — YogaSix Flagstaff — Reservations required — Experience a full sensory yoga practice while exploring the connection between ancient techniques and modern science.
Flagstaff Festival of Science: Telescope Viewing
10 AM – 12 PM — Northern Arizona University — Free entry — Explore the wonders of the night sky through the 20" Barry Lutz Telescope.
Festival of Science: Downtown Geology Tour
1-2 p.m. — Downtown Flagstaff — Free entry — Explore local geology with expert guidance from a celebrated geologist on this informative walking tour.
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