The US Forest Service, National Park Service, Coconino County, and City of Flagstaff Announce the availability of the Draft Walnut Canyon Special Study and Public Open House Flagstaff AZ (May 10, 2013) -The U.S. Forest Service (USFS), National Park Service (NPS), Coconino County, and City of Flagstaff are pleased to announce the availability of the Draft Walnut Canyon Special Study. The document is available on the project website (http://www.walnutcanyonstudy.org). The website also allows for public comments to be entered. Comments will be accepted through July 10, 2013.
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Cornville AZ (May 9, 2013) – This is an update from yesterday’s head on collision on Cornville Road (see preliminary information below). The driver of the gold sedan has been identified as Hakim Amin, 72 years of age, from Cottonwood. Amin had been airlifted to Flagstaff Medical Center following the crash. He was later transported to the Barrow Institute in Phoenix and passed away around 7:15 PM last night. Exact cause of death is under investigation by the Maricopa County Medical Examiner. His twin children, a 9 year old boy and girl, both survived. The 9 year old boy suffered a…
Flagstaff AZ (May 9, 2013) – Many developed campgrounds that have been closed for the winter across Coconino National Forest have reopened and listed below by district: Red Rock Ranger District Along the Highway 89A corridor of Oak Creek Canyon: Cave Springs Manzanita Pine Flat East (partially open during dry season) and West campgrounds
Sedona AZ (May 8, 2013) – Over 200 students from Big Park School participated in a Bike Rodeo presented by the Sedona Fire District on Friday, May 3, 2013, from 8:00 am to noon. The Rodeo is a bicycle-riding course designed with general hazards faced by most bicycle riders. It stresses safety and is designed to teach students what to look for when riding their bicycles.
Cottonwood AZ (May 8, 2013) – Two of Arizona’s finest musicians take the stage at Old Town Center for the Arts, on Friday, May 17th at 7:30 pm. Arizona Blues Hall of Famers Hans Olson and Stefan George will showcase a unique combination of old blues, classic country, radical folk music and original songs in this one night only event.
One-hour closures expected on I-17 in both directions between midnight and 3 a.m. Verde Valley AZ (May 8, 2013) – Motorists traveling on Interstate 17 south of Camp Verde late Thursday night into early Friday morning, May 9-10, need to plan ahead and allow extra travel time due to overnight construction on a climbing lane project, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. Overnight work will require two, one-hour closures in both directions of I-17 as crews prepare for blasting rock cuts along the highway.
Cyclist With Most Miles Gets Winery Tour, Lunch; City Managers, Mayors Will Prepare Meals Together at Food Banks In Cottonwood, Sedona Verde Valley AZ (May 8, 2013) – Cottonwood City Manager Doug Bartosh and Sedona City Manager Tim Ernster have thrown down the gauntlet….kinda. Well…it wasn’t actually a gauntlet (whatever that is). And, no one really threw anything…up or down. The truth is, these two guys really like each other, so let’s call it what it is: a friendly challenge to see who can ride the most miles in the upcoming Bike MS: Ride the Vortex – Sedona Verde Valley,…
Cornville AZ (May 8, 2013) – On May, 1, 2013, 66-year-old John Cousin, a person subject to sex offender registration, violated his registration requirement and was arrested in the 1100 block of S. Page Springs Road, Cornville. In 1981, Cousin was convicted of Child Molestation in Yavapai County Superior Court. During a recent investigation by the YCSO Sex Offender detective, she noted that Cousin had failed to properly complete the sex offender registration form acknowledging his legal requirements.
Sedona AZ (May 8, 2013) – Shortly after 1:00 pm on Saturday, May 4, 2013, Sedona Fire District (SFD) crews responded to a reported injured hiker on the Wilson Mountain Trail. SFD emergency crews responded from SFD fire station #5 in Oak Creek Canyon and SFD fire station #4 in Uptown Sedona to the Wilson Mountain Trailhead at Midgley Bridge.
(May 7, 2013) The reason it is taking the Jodi Arias jury so long to come to a verdict is there is so much conviction on the part of the juror’s themselves on what they believe happened the day Travis got killed. They are not willing to bend their principles. There is a faction that wants her dead and a faction that has reasonable doubt that are willing to stand by what they believe is right, no matter the pressure. Those seeking the death penalty will settle for nothing less than Murder 1. The “beyond–reasonable-doubters “will not agree to anything…
Jerome AZ (May 7, 2013) – Jerome hosts the 48th Annual Historic Home and Building Tour on May 18th and 19th in the mile high town. This year, visitors will be invited into two iconic homes that most visitors have longed to see. Stunning views and impeccable renovations are the hallmarks of The Honeymoon Cottage, out by The Jerome State Park and The Powder Box Church, nestled into tall Italian cypress trees. Interesting history will be revealed about these charming homes. Hidden on East Avenue and Holley Street are two surprises, one an authentic 1921 cottage, lovingly renovated by a…
Brunch and golf makes for a perfect Mother’s Day gift Sedona AZ (May 7, 2013) – Sedona Golf Resort announces Mother’s Day Brunch, and Moms may also play complimentary golf that day, Sunday, May 12, when accompanied by any applicable paying guests. Sedona Golf Resort – Juniper Bar & Grille35 Ridge Trail Drive, Sedona, AZ 86351877-733-6630, www.sedonagolfresort.com Moms Play Free After 9:30 on 5/12/13 Mother’s Day Brunch: $29.95 per person (includes complementary Mimosa). Children 8 -12 are half price (7 and under are free). Click here to view menu 9am, 10am, 11am, 12pm and 1pm seatings available Call for reservations:…
Offers Assistive Gardening Options, Heirloom Plants and Custom Garden Features to the Verde Valley Camp Verde AZ (May 6, 2013) – Maggie Merkes and Jim Counter are committed to helping elderly and/or disabled gardeners maintain their ability to be self-sufficient. The new Grow Green Garden Center at Ruby Road Resale Mall offers unique raised bed planters which have stood the test of time. “This design is over 100 years old.” They have been busily building these planters that allow gardeners to have a “Salad in a Box”.
Sedona AZ (May 6, 2013) – Shortly before midnight, Friday, May 3, 2013, Sedona Fire District (SFD) fire station #3 crews were alerted to the sound of a vehicle accident outside their fire station. The crew at station #3 ran down the stairs and found the car into one of the fire apparatus bays. Like true professionals, they immediately began to provide medical care to the lone driver and then monitor the safety of the structure and the damage to the fire engine.
Masks and Ritual at the Sedona Public Library Sedona AZ (May 6, 2013) – The Sedona Public Library will host “The Body Reclamation Project Performance” on Sunday May 19th. There will be one showing at 1:00 PM, doors open at 12:30 PM. A follow up, day-long mask making workshop will be held the following Saturday, May 25th. Workshop details on request. “The Body Reclamation Project” is a culmination of over 15 years experimentation and exploration by performance artist and mask maker Pash Galbavy. It is part improvisation, storytelling, movement, dance, mask-art, myth, and personal and collective healing ritual.