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Local vendors sought for 2018 Coconino County Fair

Marking its 69th year, the Cococino County Fair is set for Aug. 31 to Sept. 3 at Fort Tuthill County Park.

Cesar Chavez awards honor Coconino County veterans and student leaders

For the fourth year in a row, the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council will host the Cesar Chavez Community Recognition Celebration.

Coconino County seeks bids for Frontiere Property operation

Coconino County Parks and Recreation is requesting proposals for use of the Frontiere Property at Rogers Lake.

Coconino County assessor explains property tax exemption programs

Until March 1, the Coconino County tax assessor’s office is accepting applications for the Widow/Widower and Disability Property Tax Exemption Programs.

Free flu shots offered at Coconino County health clinic

In response to influenza rates, the Coconino County Public Health Services District is offering free seasonal flu shots at it clinic in Flagstaff while supplies last.

Coconino Board of Supervisors names Jayne interim county manager

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors recently appointed James Jayne to serve as the county's interim manager after the current manager Cynthia Seelhammer announced her resignation.

Fox captured near Oak Creek Canyon tests positive for rabies

A fox that recently attacked a resident in Oak Creek Canyon near Sedona has tested positive for rabies by the Arizona Department of Health Services.

Arizona Department of Health Services launches 'eWIC' system

The Arizona Department of Health Services has launched its new "eWIC" system and transitioning from paper checks to cards for families in the Women, Infants and Children program.

Coconino County officials host legislative roundtable

Coconino County recently hosted a roundtable with state legislators to discuss topics such as state cost-shifts to counties, transportation funding and forest health.

Coconino schools seek to fill 3 openings on District 10 Board

The Coconino County Superintendent of Schools is now accepting applications to fill three vacant seats on the Maine Consolidated Unified School District 10 Governing Board.

Coconino County confirms Hantavirus case

The Coconino County Public Health Services District has confirmed this year’s first case of Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome coming from a traveler to the county from outside the state.

Subaru donates car for Coconino County Meals on Wheels deliveries

Subaru of America Inc. will donate a 2018 Subaru Outback for Coconino County Community Services Department’s Meals on Wheels deliveries.

Coconino board passes resolution to support DACA recipients

The Coconino County board of supervisors recently weighed in on the controversy over the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) repeal by passing a resolution in support of approximately 57,000 DACA-eligible Arizonans.

Coconino County Career Center to launch new job training initiative

The Coconino County Career Center on Oct. 19 will launch a new job training program designed to link nonstudents and unemployed young people with community businesses and career opportunities and job training.

Tour highlights benefits of sustainable building practices

The Coconino County Sustainable Building Program recently held its annual water conservation and sustainable building tour to educate the public on the benefits of building sustainably.

Coconino County Public Health Services offering flu shots

The Coconino County Public Health Services District is encouraging residents to get flu shots and is offering flu shots for $30 at its Flagstaff clinic.

Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously passes anti-hate resolution

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously passed an anti-hate resolution that the board said was prompted by the white supremacy rallies and intolerance displayed throughout the U.S. over recent weeks.

Coconino County assessor talks to seniors about property tax assistance programs

Coconino County Assessor Armando Ruiz recently presented information to help senior homeowners learn about property tax assistance and exemptions during a recent community meeting.

Coconino County awards contract for land-use study

Coconino County has awarded MAKERS Architecture & Urban Design the contract for the county’s Joint Land Use Study (JLUS), which is part of $532,700 in grant money received from the Department of Defense.

AzCourtHelp.org receives international recognition

AzCourtHelp.org has been recognized by the National Association for Court Managers (NACM) and the International Association for Court Administration (IACA) for its services and access to the public.