FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – The City of Flagstaff and Eagle Mountain Construction, along with the Arizona Department of Transportation, are set to install new traffic signal poles at the intersection of Milton Road and University Drive on Tuesday, February 11, and Wednesday, February 12. To safely install these poles, the intersection of Milton Road and University […]
“The Wedge” slip lane closure to begin Wednesday, Feb. 12
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz –The City of Flagstaff and contractor, Eagle Mountain Construction, continue working on the Spruce Wash Suite of Projects. Starting Wednesday, February 12, the slip lane from East Linda Vista Drive onto West Cedar Avenue will be closed to all traffic. This closure is necessary for crews to install new concrete and drainage improvements. […]
Lone Tree Corridor improvements construction starting February 18
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – The Lone Tree Corridor Project will begin construction on Tuesday, Feb. 18. Work will include: Removal and replacement of roadway, sidewalk, curb/gutter, medians, and Flagstaff Urban Trail System (FUTS) facilities. Widening of Lone Tree Road. Installation of fully protected traffic intersections that provide safety and separation between bicycle use, pedestrian use, and […]
Attorney’s Office Launches Online Program to Assist Those with Past Marijuana Convictions
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The Coconino County Attorney’s Office is proud to announce the launch of a new online process to help people clear their criminal records by expunging eligible marijuana convictions. Under Arizona Proposition 207, which legalized recreational marijuana use in Arizona, individuals convicted of certain marijuana offenses may have those convictions expunged. The County […]
Flagstaff underscores the importance of grant funding for local communities
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – Communities like Flagstaff thrive when resources are allocated to initiatives that support their unique needs, and grant dollars play a vital role in this process. The City of Flagstaff currently has over 107 active state and federal grants, totaling a minimum of $203M in grant dollars over multiple years. In a given […]
Coconino National Forest fire managers pivot to pile burns following Monday snow Smoke impact expected along Interstate 17, other areas around Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz., Jan. 28, 2025 — Coconino National Forest fire managers plan to continue pile burning this week following Monday’s snowstorm. Firefighters will ignite piles located in three different areas of the Flagstaff Ranger District this week, and smoke is expected to be widely visible during burning. The Coconino National Forest uses the Coconino NF […]
Seeing smoke? Willard Springs Green Waste Burn in Progress
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) has ignited the annual green waste burn at the Willard Springs Green Waste Site, which is located about 15 miles south of Flagstaff at Exit 326 on the west side of I-17. The burn is necessary to reduce the existing stockpile of pine needles, tree trimmings, and […]
RED FLAG WARNING
In partnership with the National Weather Service Red Flag Warning issued January 24 at 1:09PM MST until January 25 at 6:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ MST Fri Jan 24 2025/ …RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 6 PM MST SATURDAY DUE TO STRONG WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE MOGOLLON […]
Excavation to begin for the Wedge Detention Basin Project
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz – The City of Flagstaff and contractor, Eagle Mountain Construction, are set to begin excavation operations for The Wedge Detention Basin Project. These excavation operations will take place within the area of the construction yard, which will shrink as excavation continues. These excavation operations are the first part of detention basin construction, with […]
NORTH STAR TASK FORCE LAUNCHES TO COMBAT HUMAN TRAFFICKING IN NORTHERN ARIZONA
FLAGSTAFF, AZ – In recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the North Star Task Force: Survivor-Informed Trafficking Awareness and Response is proud to announce its official launch, uniting key agencies and survivor-centered leadership to combat human trafficking in Northern Arizona. Comprised of the Coconino County Attorney’s Office, Flagstaff Police Department, Coconino County Sheriff’s Office, NAU […]
Coconino County Approves $12 Million to Construct Final Post-Wildfire Flood Mitigation System in Pipeline Fire Flood Area
FLAGSTAFF, AZ – On Tuesday January 14, the Coconino County Flood Control District (District) Board of Directors approved investing about $12 million in a set of projects in support of post-wildfire flood mitigation in the Government Tank Flood Corridor, the ninth and final flood corridor to be mitigated by the District in response to the […]