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YouTube video explains work of agency’s geotechnical engineers Phoenix AZ (March 3, 2013) – Before the Arizona Department of Transportation can move forward with a design to potentially repair the damaged section of US 89 south of Page, the agency needs to determine the mountain slope has stabilized after last week’s landslide. That’s where the work of the geotechnical engineers comes into play. Earlier this week, ADOT received environmental clearance and geotechnical engineers began drilling shafts to deploy equipment called inclinometers beneath the ground surface. These plastic pipes will measure slope movement at a specific location.

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Sedona AZ (March 1, 2013) – Emily Dickinson once said “I hope you love birds too. It is economical. It saves going to heaven.” Please join Keep Sedona Beautiful on Wednesday, March 13 to experience Sedona’s “heavenly” visitors with Dena Greenwood’s presentation on “Roadrunners, Quail and Other Sedona Birds” at the next Speaker Series. The evening will begin at 5:30 pm, with complimentary offerings of appetizers donated by El Rincon Restaurante Mexicano and wine provided by KSB. The presentation will begin at 5:45 pm.

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Drivers should expect a single lane restriction, reduced speed limit through work zone Prescott AZ (March 1, 2013) – An immediate major deck repair on Hell Canyon Bridge on State Route 89 (milepost 346), approximately 13 miles north of Chino Valley, will begin on Monday, March 4. After making temporary repairs to the bridge roadway surface on Jan. 19 when damage occurred, the Arizona Department of Transportation has moved swiftly to complete a more permanent repair. ADOT engineers completed a design of the repair and the State Transportation Board approved funding for the nearly $300,000 project in a special meeting…

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A single lane restriction will be in effect for the next three months during work hours Camp Verde AZ (March 1, 2013) – The Arizona Department of Transportation began a pavement improvement project this week along on a two-mile segment of eastbound State Route 260, approximately 17 miles east of Camp Verde (mileposts 235-237). Work will include repaving the roadway and installing new concrete shoulders in an effort to improve drainage in the area.

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Sedona AZ (March 1, 2013) – On February 26, 2013, the Sedona City Council reappointed Paolo Scardina to serve on the Arts & Culture Commission for a three year term. The Arts and Culture Commission acts as an advocate and resource for arts and cultural opportunities on behalf of residents, businesses, and visitors of Sedona. They recommend policy to the City Council on arts and cultural issues.

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Sedona AZ (March 1, 2013) – Mayan Grand Elder Alejandro Perez Oxlaj, Wandering Wolf – “tata”, Chief Phil Lane, Jr., Grandmother Elizabeth Araujo, all are Mayan Elders who share their knowledge and wisdom from the stage at the Sedona Performing Arts Center at the Sedona International Film Festival. Executive Producer Stephen Michael Copeland and producer Daniel Maddux are also on hand for the question and answer session following the screening. What is our future on earth, what is our past, and where are we now are all questions addressed by this highly enlightened group.

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Sedona AZ (February 28, 2013) –  Did you know –  The average number of litters a cat can produce in one year is 3. The average number of kittens in a litter is 4–6. In seven years, one female cat and her offspring can produce 420,000 cats. Only 1 in 12 of those cats will find a home. Please don’t add to the population. Spay your cat! The Humane Society of Sedona’s low cost spay/neuter clinic is available for low-income families.  You just need to fill out an application.  If you fax your application in today, you may qualify for…

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Phone hotline, email address available for inquiries Phoenix AZ (February 28, 2013) – In light of last week’s landslide that forced the closure of US 89 south of Page, the Arizona Department of Transportation has launched a range of communication tools, including a new webpage (www.azdot.gov/us89) dedicated to keeping the public informed about the status of the closure and alternate travel routes, complemented by captivating video and photos of the roadway damage on US 89.

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Cottonwood AZ (February 28, 2013) – The Old Town Center for the Arts is pleased to announce three stellar events in March. Karl Jones & Dublin Soul will present a special St. Patrick’s Eve Concert on Saturday, March 16th at 7:00 pm. ‘Guitarist of the Decade’ Adrian Legg from England appears on Tuesday, March 19th at 7:00 pm. Grammy winning CMA Vocalist of the Year, Laurie Lewis is joined by Tom Rozum for a country-bluegrass ‘encore’ concert on Friday, March 22nd at 7:30 pm. “This is the best single week of entertainment we’ve ever had at OTCA,” Co-director William Eaton…

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Sedona AZ (February 28, 2013) – March Musical Magic for Chamber Music Sedona the week of March 6th through 10th will include three unique live performances in three different community venues. THE MET: LIVE IN HDWAGNER’S PARSIFAL Saturday, March 9 at 10am The Met: Live in HD continues with Richard Wagner’s opera Parsifal, presented at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road. The Associated Press said, “A Parsifal to treasure, elevated to the highest musical level by the solemnity and sweep of Daniele Gatti’s conducting and the dedication of a dream cast of singing actors.” The…

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 (February 28, 2013) – The Sedona Heritage Museum’s spring exhibit has inspired them to host workshops on how to care for your family’s historic textiles. The second of these will be held Saturday, March 16 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Museum and will focus on special and historic clothing care. Dr. Vicki Berger will lead a how to properly clean, label and store historic clothing in your home. This workshop will cover the basics and include some take-home supplies with an opportunity for hands-on experience in storing practices. There will also be a time for ‘Show &…

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Sedona AZ (February 28, 2013) – The Sedona City Council recently appointed Lauren Browne and Jeff Miller to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Both will serve three year terms that will end on December 31, 2015. Commissioners serve as a communication link between citizens, the Parks & Recreation Department and the City Council. They are responsible for supporting the City’s goals and objectives and for providing useful, accurate, and timely information to the staff and City Council regarding public open space, trails, City parks, and recreational opportunities.

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Flagstaff AZ (February 27, 2013) – Arizona Snowbowl is experiencing a spectacular season that will carry through to Sunday, April 7, and perhaps an extra weekend as all indicators point to a strong finish. The ski resort has received 197-inches of natural snowfall and winter shows no sign of slowing down. March typically is the snowiest month of the year in Flagstaff and the historic average is 260-inches per season. Currently, Snowbowl has a substantial 66-inch snow base, one of the best in the country; and, snowmaking capabilities cover 50 percent of the terrain.

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Sedona AZ (February 27, 2013) – The Sedona – Verde Valley chapter of National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBOSVV) will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, March 14th at 11:15am at Heartline Cafe in West Sedona. Come to the lunch and enjoy guest speaker, Therese Skelly. Known as the Money Mindset Mentor, Therese will be sharing her 5 step formula designed to help you get over your fear of sales. If you are ready to get unstuck, ready to look past what you already know, and ready to open up to new ideas, you’ll love the content Therese will…

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Sedona AZ (February 27, 2013) – The “Sedona 30,” a group of dedicated local community leaders and businessmen, is 30 years old now and still going strong. (The number 30 in the name refers to its membership limit, not its age.) The group was founded in 1982 by Dave Blauert and by Bill Garland, its first president, who said its purpose was to “….work toward the betterment of the Sedona community.” And that’s exactly what the group has done–in countless ways.

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