Kayenta Township

10/23/2026

Sandbags Available for Kayenta Chapter Residents - 10/23/2026.

The Kayenta Chapter House has both filled and unfilled sandbags available for Kayenta Chapter residents affected by recent floodwaters.

Residents may visit the Kayenta Chapter House Office to receive sandbags. For more information, please contact the Kayenta Chapter House at (928) 697-5520. Office is open M-F, from 8am-5pm.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Navajo County for providing the sandbags, Kayenta Township for filling the bags with sand, and the Kayenta Chapter House for coordinating distribution to residents in need.

Stay safe and continue to take precautions in flood-affected areas.

10/23/2026

10/23/2026

Kayenta Township Community Hallowheels Bike Party

Kayenta Township, in partnership with Little Bellas, invites community members and families to participate in the upcoming Hallowheels Bike Party on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Kayenta Recreation Park.

This Halloween-themed event will feature bike games, a pump track, a costume contest, and other activities for participants to enjoy. The event provides an opportunity for families to spend time outdoors, participate in recreational activities, and connect with the community.

Participants are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes. Bikes and costumes will be available to borrow while supplies last.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Kayenta Recreation Park

Pre-registration is encouraged. Participants can register online using the link below or by scanning the QR code provided on the event flyer.

Registration Link:
https://littlebellas.regfox.com/little-bellas-registration-kayenta-hallowheels

Kayenta Township encourages community members to take part in this event and enjoy an evening of outdoor recreation.

10/23/2026

10/22/2026

Kayenta Township extends its sincere appreciation to all first responders who assisted with emergency response efforts in Dennehotso, Arizona, on October 22, 2026.

Thank you to the Kayenta Township Fire Department, Navajo Police Department, Navajo EMS, Navajo Fire, Navajo Rangers, Navajo Department of Emergency Management, Arizona Department of Public Safety, and the many Dennehotso community members, families, and volunteers who provided support, assistance, and care during this flooding.

Your dedication, teamwork, and commitment to the safety and well-being of our communities are deeply appreciated.

Please comment below if there are any responders, volunteers, or organizations we did not mention.

10/22/2026

The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) team extends its sincere thanks to the Kayenta community members who attended the SNAP Resource Fair from October 20-22, 2026.

Thank you for making the event a success!

10/22/2026

MVHS Mustangs Volleyball vs Tuba City Warriors rescheduled to October 24, 2026.

UPDATED GAME SCHEDULE!

The Tuba City game has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 24!

🕒 Game Times: 2PM, 3PM & 4PM

🏆 We will honor our Hall of Fame inductees before the varsity game!

Come out and support our Mustangs!

GO MUSTANGS!

10/22/2026

Kayenta Unified School District has canceled school for Friday, October 23, 2026.

10/22/2026

𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘: 𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘

OCTOBER 22, 2026 | NAVAJO NATION

Heavy rainfall and flooding continue to impact Navajo Nation communities, damaging roads and threatening public safety.

The Nygren Administration is coordinating with all 110 Chapters, NDEM, Navajo Police, NDOT, Community Health Representatives and emergency responders to assist affected families.

𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗦

🚨 N21 – Kaibeto to Bodaway/Gap: CLOSED due to a washed-out road and culvert.

🚨 N8027 – Hardrock: Sections washed out. Avoid this route.

🚨 Dennehotso Loop Road (N6461/N6460): Floodwaters have overtopped the roadway. Emergency responders are on scene.

⚠️ Oljato Main Road: Roadway damaged by rainfall. Electricity has been restored following utility repairs.

🌪️ Tornado Watch: Portions of eastern Arizona and western New Mexico until 9 p.m. MDT. Monitor official weather updates.

𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘

All 110 Chapters are being directed to assess community needs and coordinate available shelter, food, drinking water, transportation and wellness checks.

Residents affected by flooding should contact their local Chapter House for assistance.

📞 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER

• Call Center: (505) 422-6597
• Planning Line: (505) 422-6902
• Forms: ndem.navajo-nsn.gov/forms

President Buu Nygren urges residents to avoid flooded roads, check on elders and neighbors, and follow emergency instructions.

Never cross floodwaters. Turn around, don’t drown.

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