… the quiet and hidden neighbors that live among us and are seldom seen, but because of the time I spend on the deck I have a twenty year collection of photos of them … our resident population of Bobcats! I have been privileged to spend hours every year in close proximity to them as they enter our yard or cruise by on the edge of the arroyo on the golf course. Both of the photos in tonight’s email were shot in our backyard … but only with a camera:-) These beautiful creatures and I get along very well and I…
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Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Sedona premiere of “All Happy Families”, showing Dec. 27-Jan. 2 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIh8dabCeoY The Landrys gather for the weekend to fix up their family home in Chicago. Graham really wishes his life was in a better place, especially since he’s reconnected with his college crush, Dana. Sue is looking forward to the next chapter in her life when an incident at her retirement party forces her to question things, including her marriage to complacent Roy. Then, Will, the television star blows in. What starts…
Verde Valley News – Along with the physical and mental demands of the YC Fire Academy, fall 2024 class graduation speaker Austin Fradette said the journey demanded from him and his 17 classmates to know the truth: “Do you want this?” The answer from the group of cadets celebrating their successful completion of the 16-week academy on Dec. 14: a resounding “yes.” “That’s what I thought,” Austin replied, then continued his graduation speech. “The fire service is tough, it’s taxing and you work your butt off. Sleepless nights and never-ending calls. Your interactions with people are during their worst moments.…
Verde Valley News – Kim Carlton, Physician Assistant (PA-C) at the Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) Cottonwood primary care office, has been named NAH’s 2024 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year in Verde Valley. She is recognized for her positive attitude, respect for colleagues and the skilled, compassionate care she provides to her patients. Advanced Practice Providers (APP) are an essential part of any patient’s care team, as they work seamlessly with physicians and other members of the care team to ensure that each patient receives the best care possible. This is the sixth year NAH is recognizing APPs. The recipients…
Arizona News – The Coconino National Forest and partners will discontinue the sale of the Grand Annual Pass on Dec. 31, 2024, to simplify pass requirements across the forest, but existing Grand Annual Passes sold through the end of 2024 will be honored at all fee sites through 2025. ExplorUS, in coordination with the Coconino National Forest, is excited to announce the launch of the new annual Sedona Pass. The annual pass will be sold for $50 starting in January 2025, and will provide visitor access for one vehicle and up to five people per pass to the following day-use…
Sedona News – Judy McBride will be the next speaker in the Sedona Heritage Museum’s Sedona Stories speaker program on Thursday, January 9, at 10 am in the historic Apple Shed. Her program, about the history of nearby Rimrock Ranch, is called “Rimrock Ranch…From Dudes to Mobsters.” McBride, owner of Rimrock Ranch from 1974 to 2019, will share historical facts, colorful stories, photos, and film clips about the guest ranch built by Virginia Finnie, Russell Boardman, and Romaine Lowdermilk on 265 acres in 1928. For the times, the 14-bedroom main house built on a prominent knoll was quite luxurious and…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Sedona premiere of “The Piano Lesson”, showing Dec. 27-Jan. 2 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cZwjt0pjt8w A battle is brewing in the Charles Household. At the center stands a prized heirloom piano tearing two siblings apart. On one side, a brother (John David Washington) plans to build the family fortune by selling it. On the other, a sister (Danielle Deadwyler) will go to any lengths to hold onto the sole vestige of the family’s heritage. Their uncle (Samuel L. Jackson) tries to mediate, but even he can’t…
Verde Valley News – Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) announced that Sireesha Nallu, MD, has joined the NAH primary care office in Cottonwood. She is accepting patients now. Dr. Nallu joins an established primary care team in Cottonwood, including James Arthur, MD, who has been with NAH for over 30 years, physician assistants and a nurse practitioner who all help families and the community stay healthy. “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Nallu to our Cottonwood primary care team,” said Northern Arizona Healthcare Medical Group President Pasquale Bernardi, MD. “We believe in the importance of delivering primary care to the communities we serve,…
Sedona News – The Sedona Heritage Museum will offer a new tour program in the new year. Starting in January, at 3:30 pm on the second Wednesday of every month the Museum will offer a Museum tour guided by Executive Director Nate Meyers. The first tour will be held on January 8. The tour will include all of the buildings on the Museum’s Jordan Historical Park campus, as well as a behind the scenes look at how the Museum preserves artifacts and archival materials that aren’t on exhibit. “I’m excited about this new tour program,” said Meyers. “I think guests…
Arizona News – Arizona Department of Transportation detectives’ expertise in investigating identity theft and safeguarding personal information cleared a driver’s record after another person gave his name when arrested for driving under the influence. After the constituent contacted ADOT Fraud Hotline in October, detectives with ADOT’s Office of Inspector General looked into the case and, using an arrest photo and facial-recognition technology, determined that another person, Orlando Garcia, had stolen the constituent’s identity and given it to authorities when pulled over for DUI in September 2024. Detectives then collaborated with the Phoenix Police Department, which arrested Garcia for aggravated DUI and identity…
Verde Valley News – It was a semester for milestones for the Yavapai College Nursing Program, illuminated at a traditional pinning ceremony on Dec. 13 that saw 52 future RNs receive the rewards of their hard work and the first Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree-earners honored. The future RNs were joined onstage by loved ones of all ages bestowing the well-earned pins and posing for celebratory photos. The six of a total of 19 BSN graduates who participated in the ceremony also were joined by family and presented with a medallion commemorating their continuing education. The ceremony also featured…
Sedona News – Thursday December 12th SAVCO held it’s annual Christmas Gala at the Juniper Grille at the Sedona Golf Resort to celebrate 2024 SAVCO achievements and to recognize seven area Non-Profits with small grants. Over sixty-five guests were in attendance. Gordie Garvey and Dave Fanning were congratulated for their many years (2018-2024) of planning and conducting the SAVCO Annual Golf Tournament which is held each fall at the Oak Creek Country Club and welcomed Gigi Rock as the Golf coordinator for 2025. Outgoing CO-Vice Presidents Sam Skaggs and Mark Cary were thanked for their two years of service in that…
… a little of this and a little of that … thoughts are scattered and so are the images for tonight. Above is a shot I took of a Bobcat earlier this year as he sat and posed on the tee box behind our home. I haven’t seen one for a while, but know they are in the neighborhood. The squirrels have been fattening up in my bird feeder and the Bobcats love to dine on them … we feed the whole food chain! Below is a female Cardinal I shot in a friends back yard and I think in many ways…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Sedona premiere of “The Return”, showing Dec. 27-Jan. 2 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOQQ45ddYdk After 20 years away, Odysseus (Academy Award nominee Ralph Fiennes) washes up on the shores of Ithaca, haggard and unrecognizable. The King has returned from the Trojan War, but much has changed in his kingdom. His beloved wife Penelope (Academy Award winner Juliette Binoche) is a prisoner in her own home, hounded by suitors vying to be king. Their son Telemachus faces death at the hands of these suitors, who see…
Verde Valley News – Ten new Yavapai College-trained paramedics have added life-saving skills to their credentials, advancing in their roles for first-responder agencies in our communities. The 10 men and women celebrated their accomplishment with loved ones, YC Faculty and staff during a graduation ceremony earlier this month. In her congratulatory remarks, YC President Dr. Lisa Rhine told the paramedic grads she is inspired by their dedication, perseverance and hard work. “Graduates, you have chosen a path that demands courage, resilience and an unwavering commitment to serving others. I have no doubt that you will rise to meet these demands…