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Girl dies after being swept away by flooding

Felicia Fonseca, Associated Press Writer — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:45:20 +0000

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — A 12-year-old girl died Tuesday after being swept away by floodwaters after heavy thunderstorms hit a section of northern Arizona scarred by a wildfire last month, authorities said.

The floodwaters rushed through a pair of subdivisions north of Flagstaff, forcing dozens of residents to flee their homes. The water carried large boulders, ash and other debris through the communities, knocking down fences and creating a muddy mess.

Coconino County sheriff’s officials said the girl — identified as Shaelyn Wilson — fell into a wash south of…

Wildfire forces evacuations in east Flagstaff

admin — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 23:17:53 +0000

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — A wildfire that broke out just east of downtown Flagstaff has prompted evacuations of nearby businesses and homes that might be in the fire’s patch.

Flagstaff Fire Department spokeswoman Kimberly Ott says the blaze broke out at about 1:30 p.m. Saturday behind the Little America Hotel. It quickly worked its way up the hill and could threaten homes. It is mainly burning ponderosa pine trees.

The hotel is located on Butler Avenue just east of Interstate 40.

Fire crews have called for air drops and hand…

Why I am quitting The Lumberjack

Joey Chenoweth — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 04:00:10 +0000

You know how NBC has made so many stupid decisions, everybody just laughs it off and moves on? Oh, they’re gonna fire a talk show host but then give him a better time slot in front of another talk show, even though none of their sponsors wanted this and it was destined to doom everybody involved? Oh, that’s NBC for you. What, they’re running Olympic events on tape delay even though everyone is on the Internet and knows who won already? NBC! Hey, they’re turning their funniest show, “Parks and…

Skeptic Tank: Religious freedom for Muslims

Jonny Eberle — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 21:18:20 +0000

As much as we would like to deny it, America is still a land of intolerance, hatred and bigotry. For all of our talk about all men (and women) being equal, minorities like the Muslim community still suffer from ignorance.
There has been an explosion on the blogs about the proposed construction of a mosque in Manhattan near the site where the Twin Towers once stood. After taking some time to read through several blogs, I am disgusted by their comments.

Conservative radio talk show host Michael Berry said…

250 homeless vets to get housing from HUD

admin — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 17:29:56 +0000

PHOENIX (AP) — Homeless veterans in Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff and Bisbee will get permanent housing assistance under a federal program announced this week.

The Housing and Urban Development agency says the 250 vouchers are worth $1.5 million and are part of a nationwide investment of $75 million to support homeless vets.

HUD expects a second round of funding for another 1,355 rental vouchers next month, with 400 more coming this summer.

Allocating the vouchers will be done by local housing agencies.

UPDATE: Presler defeats Haughey to win reelection

Joey Chenoweth — Wed, 19 May 2010 05:32:06 +0000

After waiting six days longer than expected, incumbent Sara Presler has now been elected to a second term as Flagstaff mayor. According to the unofficial final results from the Coconino County Recorder’s Office, Presler defeated councilmember Joe Haughey by 217 votes, collecting 49.6 percent of the votes to Haughey’s 47.81 percent.

“I felt really positive [during the delay],” Presler said. “I went right back to work the day after the election, and never took anything for granted.”

Coconino County Record Candy Owens said the the delay occurred because of some…

2010 Summer Games Preview

Shaun El-Ters — Thu, 13 May 2010 03:56:53 +0000

For the final post of the semester, I thought it would be appropriate to preview the games being released this summer. Summer typically marks a videogame drought, and is traditionally used for catching up on older games than for playing new ones. That’s not really the case this year. A handful of great new titles will ensure that those old games you haven’t gotten to yet will continue to collect dust in the back of your shelf.

Red Dead Redemption–Xbox 360, PS3–May 18–A lot of people have given this title…

NBA 2K10 Prediction: Phoenix Suns Win 2010 NBA Finals

Shaun El-Ters — Thu, 06 May 2010 05:40:57 +0000

As I write this, the Phoenix Suns just defeated San Antonio to take a 2-0 series lead in the second round of the 2010 NBA Playoffs. For those of you that aren’t familiar with the history, the fact that Phoenix is leading this series by two games—the most they have lead the Spurs by in a playoff series out of their last four meetings—is akin to Rocky getting knocked out by Apollo Creed, then getting knocked out again, then getting suspended from boxing, then getting technical K’Od, then finally exacting…

Faculty vote to condemn SB-1070

Joey Chenoweth — Wed, 05 May 2010 02:25:48 +0000

On May 3, the NAU Faculty Senate voted on a resolution condemning Arizona’s Senate Bill 1070 (SB1070), the Support Our Law Enforcement and Safe Neighborhoods Act, which gives police officers the authority to check the legality of somebody’s presence in the United States, and to arrest those who are not in the country legally. The resolution passed nearly a week after the Flagstaff City Council unanimously voted to fight the law.

The resolution reads:

“The NAU Faculty Senate condemns, in no uncertain terms, the actions of the Arizona State Legislature and…

Jacked Up Episode 21: Season 2 Finale

Wade McMillin — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:31:50 +0000

In what will be Wade McMillin’s last appearance on Jacked Up, the gang goes back in time to look at some of the best moments from JAcked Up’s 28 episodes. Join the panel for a look back on some of the greatest guests, moments and laughs. Try not to cry in this very special edition of JACKED UP!!!

Watch “Jacked Up”

Unanimous support for city council action against state’s SB1070

Danny Kohl — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:56:41 +0000

The Flagstaff city council is deciding to pursue legal action as a result of the recent SB170 immigration bill signed into law. The council held a public discussion in which citizens expressed unanimous support to file an injunction against the state. Speakers voiced concern that the bill creates a precedence that violates civil and human rights.

Scott Overton was the only council member absent from the meeting. No person in attendance spoke in favor of SB1070.

Councilmember Coral Evans stated the law is unconstitutional. She referenced the Preamble, which guarantees…

VIDEO: Pilot for “The Sex Tape”

Kristine Cannon — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:42:20 +0000

Watch “The Sex Tape” video

“The Sex Tape” was intended as a series, reintroducing a sex column to The Lumberjack, but in video form. This is the pilot episode, which suffered from internal censorship. Plans for this series include picking it back up in the fall with hosts Trevor Gould and Stormi di Silva.

Early Review: The Boondocks begins third season on a mixed-yet-solid note

Gary Sundt — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:06:32 +0000

"The jokes hit the right notes, but one can’t help but think they would have been slightly more potent had the episode come out sooner than a year and a half after the election."

Indian food at affordable cost offered at Delhi Palace

Cathy Cooksey — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 16:33:32 +0000

I cannot tell you how many times I have been in the Woodlands Village shopping area and glanced over the sign that says, “Delhi Palace Cuisine of India” in the three years I’ve lived in Flagstaff.

After I decided to give the Delhi Palace a try, I was a little concerned, due to its outside appearance, that the restaurant inside would be small. When I walked in, I was surprised to find the dining area was spacious, giving the place a welcoming feel.

Within my first 30 seconds in…

Death of Next-Gen: The Case Against PS4, Xbox 720, and Wii 2

Shaun El-Ters — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 10:28:35 +0000

For whatever reason, I often find myself thinking about the next generation of consoles. I consider new designs of the systems, unique control schemes, capabilities, and names (I’ve decided on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Wii 2, and the Sex-Box Three-Sexy. Or Xbox 720). People ask me why I don’t have things to better occupy my time, but then I tell them I am a videogame columnist and they leave me alone. Sometimes they give me loose change.

As time goes on, however, I find myself thinking about future consoles less and…