The White Sage Fire was burning in Arizona bout 15 miles southeast of Fredonia in Coconino County and north of the Grand Canyon State Park.

When you hear the word plague, many minds jump to the Bubonic plague from the 1300s, but Will Humble of the Arizona Public Health Association says that word has a different meaning today.

An Arizona resident has died from the plague as officials were probing whether a prairie dog die-off in the area was also tied to the lethal illness.

A Coconino County resident died of pneumonic plague at Flagstaff Medical Center, the first such death since 2007. Caused by Yersinia pestis, the case is unrelated to a nearby prairie dog die-off. Health officials urge vigilance and early treatment.

Coconino County Sheriff's Office responds to 770 calls over Independence Day weekend, collaborates with other agencies, and focuses on public safety.

The review period allows for the public to go over the goals and policies while ensuring the plan reflects the community's values and vision for the future.

Arizona is a charming blend of rural and urban, which is showcased at these fun fairs. Here are the top five to attend, according to World Atlas.