Sedona AZ (May 1, 2014) – Spring in Arizona brings a splash of wildflowers, leaves on trees and brilliant new growth at this month’s Spring Awakening exhibit at Sedona Arts Center. Enjoy the innovative work of Karl Williams (ceramic), thoughtful paintings of Cheryl Wale (Acrylic) along the flowing work of both Linda Sherman (Watercolor) and C.E. Norton (Oil). Join them for their opening reception Friday May 2, 2014 from 5 to 8 p.m. where you can mingle with the artists, art lovers and art collectors.
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Sedona AZ (May 1, 2014) – The streets in Sedona will be striped starting Thursday, May 1 through Saturday, May 10, 2014, barring weather conditions and material delays. Most of the work will be performed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., but there will be some work done starting at 6:00 p.m. and continuing until dawn. The striping will consist of 4” white edge lines, 4” double yellow centerlines and 8” turn lane white striping. The project areas include City streets and portions of SR 89A and SR 179 along existing bike lane improved areas. Traffic Safety…
Sedona AZ (April 30, 2014) – Terry Goddard is running for the office of Secretary of State in Arizona. His is a name familiar to many in the state of Arizona. For eight years he was the State Attorney General, four times Mayor of Phoenix, and the son of a former Arizona Governor. Terry believes ballot security is safe with digital equipment. On the voting irregularity in other states, he says “It’s extremely troublesome.”
Sedona AZ (April 30, 2014) – The Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley (MHCVV) formed in September 2013 to address mental health issues in our communities has completed a 32-page Mental Health Resources Guide in collaboration with NAMI Sedona and the Verde Valley Guidance Clinic to help people obtain information on mental health and other related resources in Sedona/Verde Valley communities.
Prescott AZ (April 30, 2014) – The Yavapai Reentry Program (YRP) will be hosting another Community Coach training on May 23, 2014 from 9:30 AM-3:30 PM at the Community Counts office in Prescott. The program started in July 2011 and began delivering direct services in January of 2012. Since then the program has assisted nearly 75 individuals returning to Yavapai County from state prison facilities. Many participants have young children and experience an array of obstacles as they seek to find employment, complete education programs and transition back into the community. Research, and experience, has shown that Community Coaches can…
Public restroom facility being installed at tourist hot spot aims at E. coli mitigation Sedona AZ (April 30, 2014) – Midgley Bridge visitors finally have no reason to step behind the bushes in the very near future. Creek-side recreators will be able to enjoy the newest toilet the Oak Creek Corridor has seen since the construction of the public toilets at Indian Gardens by OCWC in 2007.
Sedona AZ (April 30, 2014) – On Saturday, May 3rd, the public is encouraged to attend an event of astronomical proportions! From 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., telescopes will be set up providing an opportunity for visitors to experience solar gazing. Then, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the theater, Astronomers of Verde Valley deliver a presentation on astronomy. Finally, from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., telescopes will be available for stargazing.
Sedona AZ (April 30, 2014) – Sedona’s arts and cultural community is coming together like never before with 11 days of festivals, arts-fusion events and world class talent during Sedona Arts Week, May 28 to June 8.
Verde Valley AZ (April 30, 2014) – RIMROCK – Vandalism – On April 23, 2014, YCSO deputies were called to the 4300 block of Cliffside Trail, Rimrock, regarding a vandalism complaint. A property management company representative told deputies that suspect(s) unknown forcibly entered the unoccupied home damaging every wall and surface in every room with heavy paint splatter. Inside the house, deputies found indication of marijuana use along with a few handbags, blankets, and liquor. Deputies did obtain some physical evidence for processing, but as of now there are no significant leads. It appeared, based on the condition of the paint,…
Sedona AZ (April 29, 2014) – During May, Pop Up Sedona Gallery features two fine artists who work in two very different three dimensional mediums. Luke Metz works in ceramics and Richard Barnwell works in metal arts. Both of these artists will be present during the Pop Up’s First Friday’s reception (May 2, 5-8 PM) to show their work and chat with visitors and fans. The public is cordially invited to attend and get to know these two masters.
Sedona AZ (April 29, 2014) – The Sedona Fire District (SFD) and the U.S. Forest Service are joining together to offer Sedona area residents an opportunity to dispose of their yard waste and combustible vegetation. SFD Fire Station #4, located at 391 Forest Road in Uptown Sedona, will be accepting yard waste Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 16th, 17th and 18th, 2014 from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Participation is open to all Sedona Fire District residents.
Cornville AZ (April 29, 2014) – Harry’s Hideaway Restaurant in Cornville is going to give away a Whole Roasted Chicken dinner to the first 100 veterans or current members of the Armed Forces that show up at 11:30am on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 17th when they open for lunch. Because they are such a small restaurant, they will run out! But they will pass out vouchers to those that don’t get a Chicken Dinner on this day. This is just Harry’s Hideaway’s way of saying thanks to the people who have sacrificed so much for our country. Harry’s Hideaway…
Verde Valley AZ (April 29, 2014) – On April 22 and 23, 2014, the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office joined with several other agencies to combat Human Trafficking in Yavapai County. YCSO along with Prescott PD, Prescott Valley PD, Cottonwood PD, Department of Public Safety, Department of Homeland Security/ICE, GITEM, Partners Against Narcotics Trafficking (PANT) and Tempe PD, conducted an operation to target the buyers of child prostitutes. Human Trafficking is the second most prolific crime in the world, second only to narcotics trafficking in terms of revenue generated. The victims of human trafficking are often teenaged girls who, for various…
Sedona AZ (April 28, 2014) – The Sedona – Verde Valley NAWBO Chapter honors outstanding local women business owners featuring incredible speakers and an exclusive gourmet catered luncheon.
Sedona AZ (April 26, 2014) – Sedona author and photographer, Suzanne Clementz, will debut her new Sedona book – Discover the Wonders of Sedona – at The Well Red Coyote bookstore on Saturday, May 3, at 1:00 pm.