What the heck happened? It was supposed to be an ambush but instead she ambushed them. After the final bell, Bret looked like he got hit in the side of the head by a Mike Tyson left hook, stunned into another dimension where he had never been before. Kamala came in like Ali, dancing, prancing, and floating like a bee as she turned every opportunity into a chance to demean Trump. No matter how hard Bret tried, he could not block the onslaught. She stood right up to him and went nose-to-nose. The tougher Bret got, the more confident and…
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… continuing with more birds in action. Above is a drake mallard that has just completed the first efforts of entering into flight with an explosive kick with his webbed feet and at the same time a dramatic slap of his wings into the water to propel himself as much as ten feet into the air and many wing beats follow that. Although Mallards are ubiquitous they remain one of the most beautiful ducks and successful survivors … I remember one lone greenhead that passed Corky and I when we were returning from the Grand Canyon, we were at about ten thousand…
Sedona News – In honor and an early celebration of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), “Coco” returns to the big screen in Sedona on Wednesday, Oct. 30. The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the return one-show-only engagement at 4 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rvr68u6k5sI Feel free to dress in costume — if you wish — and come enjoy the festivities of Dia de los Muertos with this special screening with Day of the Dead treats, food and fun — all included in the ticket price! Prizes will be given for…
Arizona News – Working with partner agencies and benefiting from public input, the Arizona Department of Transportation has completed a five-year update of the strategic plan for enhancing safety on all public roadways. The data-driven Strategic Highway Safety Plan for 2025-2029 establishes statewide goals, objectives and key emphasis areas that allow highway safety programs and partners to align goals and leverage resources for engineering, education, enforcement and emergency medical services. The plan also focuses on the responsibility all Arizonans have to help reduce life-altering crashes on local roads and state highways. The effort included public meetings and benefited from thousands…
Sedona News – A brand new live theater production is coming to the Sedona Heritage Museum! From the creative team of Dev Ross and Shondra Jepperson comes “The Dead Quilters Society,” a new musical dramedy. It debuts at the Sedona Heritage Museum on November 1, 2, and 3. Each performance will be preceded by a wine and cheese reception at 4 pm, and the show will begin at 4:30 pm. The reception and performance will take place in the Sedona Heritage Museum’s Apple Shed. “The Dead Quilters Society” tells the real stories of five women from Sedona’s history, and explores…
Arizona News – The Coconino National Forest is now accepting applicants for next April’s Women in Wildland Fire training camp. Women in Wildland Fire camp participants will gain a greater understanding of the challenges and responsibilities of wildland firefighting in a supportive and educational environment. Upon completion of the program, participants will receive the beginning qualifications needed to start a career in wildfire, whether it be as a firefighter or a supporting role. The program consists of a combination of online and field training. During online training modules, participants will learn about topics such as wildland fire behavior, firefighting strategy and safety,…
Sedona News – Just in time for Halloween: “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” — the outrageous cultural phenomenon that has been a hit with movie lovers for nearly four decades — returns to the big screen in Sedona on Friday, Oct. 25. The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the return one-night-only engagement at 7 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEBQ3haBi3c Feel free to dress in costume — if you wish — and come dance, sing along and do the time warp with other Rocky Horror fans! Relive Richard O’Brien’s sinfully twisted salute to horror,…
Sedona News – In celebration of Sedona’s rich connection to nature and the cosmos, the city’s most luxurious hotel and the only Two Key MICHELIN hotel in Arizona, Ambiente, a Landscape Hotel, announced today the launch of new lunar-inspired wellness, dining and adventure offerings designed to align guests with the moon’s natural rhythms amongst the mountain town’s breathtaking red rock backdrop. One of only eight destinations to earn the prestigious designation as an International Dark Sky Community – a rare sustainability accomplishment awarded based on a community’s night-sky ordinances and light pollution efforts – Sedona’s clear skies allow for unrestricted views that rival…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Notice to Quit” showing Oct. 25-31 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon and Mary D. Fisher Theatres. The feature directorial debut of Simon Hacker, “Notice to Quit” is a heartfelt comedy-drama that features Michael Zegen (known for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) in his first leading role and features an unforgettable performance by comedic legend Robert Klein. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJ5Gdp7gL94 Zegen stars as Andy Singer, a resilient yet struggling New York City rental agent ironically caught in the midst of his own eviction crisis. As his world begins…
Arizona News – The Coconino National Forest plans to conduct the following prescribed burn project, beginning tomorrow for the next two days. UBC 2 (Upper Beaver Creek) Project Dates: Oct. 16-17 Location: 16 miles southeast of Munds Park, near Stoneman Lake. Size: 500 acres. Type of burn: Initial entry, broadcast burn. Initial entry burns mean fire has not been on the landscape any time recently, which results in a buildup of forest fuels such as pinecones, pine needles, dead and down trees, etc. This will result in thicker smoke when compared to a maintenance burn due to the density of forest fuels being burned. Broadcast…
Sedona News – Acclaimed Sedona artist Pamela DeLay will showcase her latest work at Yavapai College’s Sedona Center throughout November and December. The public is invited to a free opening reception, Tuesday, November 12, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., at the YC Sedona Center, 4215 Arts Village Drive. DeLay’s artwork is deeply inspired by her love for the outdoors, a passion that blossomed after her move to Arizona. “By addressing my own human role through my art, I am forced to pay attention to my footprint on this living soil, and to visually emphasize the fragile beauty of clear skies…
… the Sedona Airport had their annual airport festivities on Saturday with lots of great aircraft to look at, a few warbirds from Chino and great cars. I got there late in the day as I wanted to get shots of the warbirds and in particular the P-40 Warhawk taking off and the photo above is one of many I got of them taking off. The P-40 is a very cool aircraft which first came off the assembly line in 1938 and other iterations followed … when production ended in 1944, 13,738 of them had been produced. Below is a natural warbird cruising and…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Carville: Winning is Everything, Stupid” showing Oct. 25-31 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hy84j7Niga4 From masterminding Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential win to his insurgent role in the 2024 race, Democratic strategist James Carville has been one of the most influential forces in modern political history. The “Ragin’ Cajun” looks back at his unlikely career and 30-year marriage to Republican consultant Mary Matalin. Featuring interviews with Bill Clinton, George Stephanopoulos and more. “A punchy portrait of a political provocateur.” — The Hollywood Reporter “Carville:…
Verde Valley News – The Yavapai College Foundation is pleased to announce Nicole Kennedy as its new Chief Development Officer. Kennedy, who was selected through an extensive national search process, is a Yavapai College alumna and longtime resident of Yavapai County. She has previously served as the Chief Executive Officer and Vice President of Development for the Boys & Girls Club of Central Arizona. “I am excited to welcome Nicole to our team to lead our Foundation. She is a visionary leader with a proven track record of excellence, and we are excited to have her lead our Foundation in…
Sedona News – The city of Sedona seeks applicants for one vacant seat on the Planning and Zoning Commission. This voluntary body, established by city council, consists of seven citizens appointed to play a critical role in the city’s planning process. The commission serves as the city council’s advisor on land use, growth and development issues. Commission duties include making recommendations to the city council on Community Plan updates, Land Development Code amendments, property zone changes and subdivision applications. In addition, the commission makes the final decision on conditional use permits and development review applications. Applicants must reside in the…