State management is expected to allow for private investment and businesses to begin locating in and around the camp for the first time following a feasibility study by Coconino County. The process to get the land transferred to the state has taken nearly five years, starting with former Sen. John McCain. This year, Sen. Martha McSally led the effort on the Senate side to include the language addressing Camp Navajo in the bill. Economic development at Camp Navajo clears hurdle after inclusion in defense bill The promise of economic development at Camp Navajo saw its most significant step forward aft…Virtual County FairLike numerous events throughout the community this year, the 2020 Coconino County Fair took place in a virtual format. Images of community submissions were submitted in advance, entertainment as streamed online and county staff created a virtual vendor marketplace and community connections area for virtual attendees to share recipes, gardening advice and to vote for the fine arts award winners.

Source: Daily Sun December 18, 2020 12:33 UTC