How did the Flagstaff Pinecone Drop become an Arizona tradition?
Valley 101 explores Arizona's pineconey new years tradition
Valley 101 · The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com
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Show Notes
It's that time of year when every state kicks off the new year with its own "ball" drop.
North Carolina has the pickle drop. Florida has the shrimp drop. Arizona is no different.
The pinecone drop has been an annual tradition in Flagstaff since 1999, but why a pinecone?
Valley 101 investigates this unique tradition with the help of its founder, Sam Green. Find out why the pinecone is the staple of Northern Arizona's new year, why it's lasted so long and how a trash can scandal changed the celebration.
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Guests: Sam Green
Host: Bill Goodykoontz
Producer: Amanda Luberto
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