Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Good morning, Flagstaff. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pine Canyon donated used lifting machines and fitness equipment worth over $400,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Flagstaff — a contribution that expands the club’s workout options for local youth. Arizona Daily Sun
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Flagstaff Fire Department responded to a downed power line in the 10 block of Birch Ave—APS was also on scene as crews worked to assess potential hazards. Flagscanner
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On August 30th at 8:55 a.m., Flagstaff Police — assisted by State Troopers — responded to Country Club and I-40 after a driver in a white minivan reported his window was shot out in a road rage incident. Flagscanner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flagstaff officials are asking for input on updates to the Engineering Design Standards — email comments to [email protected] by Sept. 5. Arizona Daily Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On August 29, the Snowflake Lobos beat the Coconino Panthers 28-23 at Cromer Stadium after both teams traded scores and officials let a late touchdown stand + the Panthers will host St. Mary’s on Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. KAFF
- ➤ NAU cross country teams took first place in both men's and women's races at the George Kyte Classic held Aug. 30 at Buffalo Park. Alumnus Ryan Raff led the men's race with a time of 22:12.8 and six Lumberjacks finished in the women's top 10—both teams earned a score of 15 and will next compete at the Gans Creek Classic on Sept. 26 in Columbia, Missouri. KAFF
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Zach Rushing Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — The Museum Club — $50.00 – $57.00 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Zach Rushing as part of the Not So Rich & Famous Comedy Tour.
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Flagstaff Sky Peaks Mountain Runs
7:00 a.m. — Arizona Snowbowl — Registration required — Experience breathtaking mountain running with stunning views and varied terrain in the heart of Flagstaff.
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