Good morning, Flagstaff.

Red Feather Development Group received a donation of off road tires that will support its work in repairing and weatherizing homes (helping families on the reservation).

Flagstaff’s iconic Great Pinecone Drop (started in 1999 at the Weatherford Hotel) ranked No. 7 on USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards list as one of the nation’s best New Year's Eve drops, with more than 10,000 people gathering at Aspen Avenue and Leroux Street.

Gov. Hobbs and Flagstaff leaders officially opened The Lantern transitional housing on Tuesday, adding 130 beds to support over 400 daily guests at Flagstaff Shelter Services (which offers wrap-around programs to help residents move into permanent housing) amid ongoing measures to ease local housing challenges.

The Northern Arizona Red Cross chapter is seeking local organizations to host blood drives and community members to serve as blood donor ambassadors in Flagstaff.

They note (every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood) as part of their effort to boost the life-saving supply.

A Winter's Eve with David Arkenstone & Friends

7:30-9 p.m. — Coconino Center For the Arts — Ticket pricing TBD — Experience a magical holiday evening of music with GRAMMY®-nominated composer David Arkenstone and his friends.

Friends and Family Tennis Tournament

Dec 13-14 — NAU Tennis Center — $30 — Participate in a fun doubles competition with awards for winners and creative costumes.

Noon Year's Eve

6-7 p.m. — Weatherford Hotel — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with Fido featuring crafts, music, and family-friendly activities.