Sedona AZ (May 23, 2013) – Travelers on the State Route 89A near Sedona will soon pass newly painted traffic light structures on SR 89A between Airport and Upper Red Rock Loop roads, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. Drivers should use caution while the following restrictions are in place: SR 89A will be narrowed to one lane in both directions at times between Airport and Upper Red Rock Loop roads from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Tuesday through Friday, May 28-31. For more information, email http:projects@azdot.gov or call the ADOT project hotline at 1.855.712.8530. Visit http://www.facebook.com/azdot or http://www.azdot.gov…
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DPS plans to be especially vigilant on the highway system throughout the state this weekend Phoenix AZ (May 23, 2013) – In 2012, five people were killed in four separate crashes on our state highways during Memorial Day weekend. Three of the four fatal crashes involved alcohol. DPS encourages drivers to remain sober during their travels so that everyone can enjoy this holiday weekend. A total of 212 crashes occurred during the 2012 Memorial Day weekend with 85 people being injured. DPS will be monitoring our state highways in an effort to reduce these numbers.
Sedona City Manager Anxious for Another Shot Next Year Verde Valley AZ (May 23, 2013) – Despite battling some tough winds on Highway 89A, “the tortuous hills of Sedona and the brutal rays from the vortex,” Cottonwood City Manager Doug Bartosh managed to cycle about 25 miles more than Sedona City Manager Tim Ernster during last weekend’s Bike MS: Ride the Vortex – Sedona Verde Valley, a two-day, cycling event featuring options for all riders with routes ranging from 30 to 100 miles. Bartosh covered 75 miles and Ernster managed about 50 alongside more than 700 riders who cycled through…
Sedona AZ (May 23, 2013) – The Sedona Heritage Museum is proud to be the first retail outlet in Sedona to offer copies of the new dvd, “Aerial Sedona: A Breathtaking Journey”, in their Museum Shop. The new show by film maker Richard Ruehs of Red Rock TV16 was made in partnership with Arizona Helicopter Adventures. The video was shot totally from the vantage point of a helicopter, and includes stunning footage of Sedona and surrounding areas. Shot over several months and during all four of Sedona’s beautiful seasons, this video takes viewers places they can only see from the…
Sedona AZ (May 23, 2013) – Each year Rotary International has sponsored Group Study Exchanges with young professionals from nations around the world. This month the Rotary Clubs of Sedona hosted a team from Bremen, Germany. While in Sedona the German team enjoyed sightseeing and hiking in the Red Rocks while meeting with Rotarians and local business leaders in similar lines of business.
Verde Valley AZ (May 23, 2013) – Humans have shaped the Verde Valley in a variety of ways since they first set foot 10,000 years ago. But it wasn’t until the 19th century, after man had developed the tools by which to expand his footprint on the landscape, that the valley saw wholesale changes. Those changes began with the cattle industry, were followed by the mining industry, and continue to this day as more and more of us discover the valley’s beauty. In a talk entitled,“Human Folly and Its Impact on the Verde Valley,” Camp Verde Economic Development Director Steve…
Sedona AZ (May 23, 2013) – The City of Sedona will begin the process of overlaying several roads within the city starting on Tuesday, June 4, 2013. The roads to be overlaid include Shadowrock Drive, Shadow Circle, Soldiers Pass Road, Pinion Shadows Circle, Rim Shadows Drive, Rim Shadows Circle, Canyon Shadows Drive, Roadrunner Drive, Cardinal Lane, Sinagua Drive, Hopi Drive and Kayenta Court.from the intersection with St. John Vianney Lane to Rim Shadows Drive. The expected completion date is Friday, June 14. Work hours will be 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Residents should expect minor traffic delays with re-routing of…
Special film screening and Q&A kick off Bluegrass Festival celebration Sedona AZ (May 23, 2013) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with Chamber Music Sedona to kick off the 7th annual Sedona Bluegrass Festival celebration by presenting “Grateful Dawg” on the big screen on Wednesday, June 5. There will be one show at 7:00 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre. “We’re delighted to work with Patrick on this project,” said Bluegrass Festival director Bert Harclerode. “When we signed David as this year’s headliner, Grateful Dawg was the perfect fit as we combined efforts.”
Sedona AZ (May 23, 2013) – The Red Rock Visitor Center will feature a live snakes display on Saturday (May 25) and Sunday (May 26) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Red Rock Ranger District and Arizona Natural History Association invite the public to learn more about native snakes at this display while Arizona Game & Fish volunteers are on hand to educate the public on the important roles snakes play in the environment. The Red Rock Visitor Center is on Highway 179, one mile south of the Village of Oak Creek. For more information, please call the Red…
Sedona AZ (May 22, 2013) – The City of Sedona has scheduled a pavement preservation project to take place from Tuesday, May 28 through Saturday, June 1, 2013, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Workers will be on site to direct traffic in the affected areas.
Jerome AZ (May 22, 2013) – Warm, easy nights of June in Jerome will set the perfect mood to welcome art lovers as they stroll the lovely galleries and studios that circle the town from the Old Jerome High School to Made in Jerome Pottery and The Lincoln Gallery. This first Saturday Art Walk on June 1st will continue to delight the growing group of regulars as well as lucky newcomers to this wonderful evening. The festivities start at 5:00PM throughout the town with a free shuttle running until 8:00PM. With 20 open galleries and studios, there is plenty to…
Sedona AZ (May 22, 2013) – The Sedona Heritage Museum recently completed the third phase of a multi-year program to digitize approximately 14,000+ photo images taken by long-time Sedona writer and photographer, Elizabeth Rigby. This project was made possible with a grant from the Arizona Historical Records Advisory Board (AHRAB) and matching funds from the Museum’s Board.
Sedona AZ (May 22, 2013) – As fire danger increases fire restrictions become effective throughout the Sedona Fire District, Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 8:00 am. These restrictions include all open fires and campfires. Fireworks and other pyrotechnic displays are expressly prohibited. Other types of outdoor fires banned are those that produce open flames such as lamp oil in tiki lamps. The ban also prohibits the outdoor use of equipment that generates open flames or a spark.
Flagstaff AZ (May 22, 2013) – The Bull Pen area, located about 10 miles east of Camp Verde off Forest Road 215, will be closed temporarily beginning Thursday (May 23) due to a large number of trees that pose a hazard to the public. “Forest Service personnel have discovered hanging dead limbs and hazardous trees in areas frequently used by visitors for camping,” said Heather Provencio, district ranger for the Red Rock Ranger District. “We take the safety of the public seriously and the closure will last until the Forest Service can complete a formal risk assessment, mitigate the hazard…
Acclaimed play from the U.K. debuts on big screen at Mary D. Fisher Theatre Sedona AZ (May 22, 2013) – The National Theatre of London returns to Sedona on Monday, June 3 when the Sedona International Film Festival hosts the big screen premiere of the acclaimed British stage production “This House” — an award-winning new play by James Graham. There will be two shows: 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre.