Good morning, this is your Flagstaff Local Frequency for today.
Around town, the big health headline is at Flagstaff Medical Center, where Northern Arizona Healthcare has just added a new psychiatrist, Dr. Emily Mammenga, to the Behavioral Health Department. That means more capacity for local mental health care at a time when demand has been high, especially for families navigating stress, addiction, or seasonal depression.
City operations are shifting into holiday mode, so keep in mind that Flagstaff City Hall and most non essential city facilities are closed this afternoon and through the holiday. If you need to handle permits, utility questions, or other in person business, you will want to head online or wait until offices reopen, but essential services like police, fire, and winter road crews are still on duty.
If you are looking to get outside today, Arizona Snowbowl is in full holiday swing. Santa on the Slopes is back, with the big guy cruising the mountain from mid morning into early afternoon, grabbing photos with kids and taking a few runs between visits. It is a fun excuse to get some turns in, and also a reminder to plan ahead for mountain traffic, carpool if you can, and give yourself extra time on Snowbowl Road.
For an evening under truly dark skies, Lowell Observatory is offering its Legends of the Winter Sky program, blending storytelling with stargazing. You can listen to tales about how different cultures imagined the constellations, then step outside to see Orion, Taurus, and the winter Milky Way from one of the best astro spots in the country. It is a great option if you have family in town and want something educational that still feels magical.
If you prefer something a bit more low key indoors, Oeno Wine Lounge is hosting December tastings, with flights for both casual sippers and more serious wine club members. It is a relaxed way to wind down and support a local business, especially if you are still hunting for a last minute host gift.
There are also ongoing efforts across the region to expand school based mental health services, with new grants flowing into Coconino County schools to put more counselors and support staff on campus. Over time, that should mean kids can access help sooner and families spend less time on waitlists.
However you spend the day, from the slopes to the sky to a quiet glass of wine downtown, take it slow, watch for icy spots on side streets, and keep an eye out for visitors who may not be used to mountain driving.
This has been Flagstaff Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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