Good morning, this is your Flagstaff Local Frequency for Friday, June 20th, 2025.Flagstaff is waking up to blue skies and a busy weekend ahead as summer really gets rolling in the high country. If you’re looking for some excitement, the Beat the Heat Open is bringing fierce pickleball action to town starting today and running through Sunday at the NAU Tennis Complex. This tournament, formerly known as the Flagstaff Open, always draws players from around the region, so whether you’re a seasoned pro or just curious about the sport, stop by and enjoy the matches along with some great community energy.Music lovers and trivia buffs have something to look forward to this evening. The Toasted Owl West is hosting Name That Tune 2025 from five to eight tonight. Teams of four will compete for prizes while testing their music trivia knowledge, all for a good cause. Proceeds benefit Flagstaff Shelter Services, helping support our neighbors in need. Plus, every team gets its own table and a Pizzicletta pizza on the house, so it’s a win all around. Spots are limited, but even if you’re not competing, it’s a lively way to kick off your weekend.On the civic front, City Hall and other municipal facilities have reopened this morning after Juneteenth closures earlier in the week. If you have any city business, plan ahead and expect normal hours today.For those heading outdoors, the Basin Fire northwest of Flagstaff is now 54 percent contained after several days of hard work from fire crews. The fire, caused by lightning and spanning over nine thousand acres, is no longer growing rapidly and resources are starting to demobilize. Officials are optimistic that this kind of managed fire will reduce the risk of larger blazes in future seasons, but remember, the area closure remains in effect for safety, so check local alerts before planning any hiking or camping out that way.Looking ahead, mark your calendar for the Arizona Water Reuse Symposium coming up in July at the High Country Conference Center. It promises to bring together experts and community members for important discussions on sustainable water use, a topic that’s always front and center for northern Arizona.That’s the latest from around town—sports, music, fire updates, and a peek at what’s on the horizon. This has been Flagstaff Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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