Arizona News – A mechanical thinning project along Snowbowl Road, the latest effort to reduce the risk of unwanted wildfire and restore Coconino National Forest lands to a resilient condition, will begin tomorrow. As part of an ongoing project to reduce hazardous fuels along Snowbowl Road (Forest Road 516), contract crews will resume the cutting of small-diameter pine and fir trees, which will then be hauled to specific locations along Freidlein Prairie Road (Forest Road 522). Some wood will be made available for public gathering via free use permits, and other wood will be arranged for future pile burning. “These mechanical thinning operations are…
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Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Join or Die” showing Aug. 17-21 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKgQr6fhbxE “Join or Die” is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis. Flanked by influential fans and scholars…
Verde Valley News – The Camp Verde Community Library is excited to introduce “Exploring the Arts,” a creative arts program specially designed for children aged 5 to 8. Starting August 15th, this 12-week program will be held every Thursday at 10:00 AM in the Founders Room, providing a unique opportunity for young minds to engage with art in a fun and educational setting. “Exploring the Arts” invites young participants to delve into the world of art by studying famous works and creating their own artistic interpretations. Each week, children will explore different renowned artists and art styles, followed by hands-on…
By Tommy Acosta Sedona Az — The United States military is presently experiencing an unanticipated shortage of enlistees. From 1980 till now there has been a 58 percent decline in enlistments into the three branches: Army, Navy and Airforce. An alarm bell is ringing as it becomes ever more difficult to fill the ranks to maintain a combat ready force to meet the current world-military challenges America is now facing. Some reports say that the Covid pandemic, a decline in the health of potential enlistees, and drug use in the youth contribute to the decline but the real reason is…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory Every of us has a religion, or two 😉, it’s just that we call them by different names. The things we sanctify, the places we shine our focus upon, are our religions. It could be a God with power over heaven and earth, a way of being, or what we believe to be the right way to show up. It could also be an idea of autonomy, of individual responsibility, of winning at the game of capitalism. The west is keen on that one, at least the idea of it. In fact, it’s the most popular…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “The Secret Art of Human Flight” showing Aug. 16-22 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. “The Secret Art of Human Flight” was an Official Selection of the Tribeca Film Festival. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgllsUTlZfc A widower attempts to overcome his grief by embarking on an absurd, but personal journey with an eccentric guru who claims to have unlocked the power to fly. After the sudden death of his wife, children’s book author Ben Grady (Grant Rosenmeyer) goes through an extreme mourning process, alienating himself from his sister…
Sedona News – Sedona Sister Cities Association is excited to announce that Sedona Mayor Scott Jablow has received an invitation from Mayor Adam Kostrzab of Jaslo, Poland, to establish a sister city relationship. Mayor Jablow responded with enthusiasm, expressing Sedona’s strong interest in fostering international goodwill, cultural exchange, and mutual growth between the two cities. The invitation from Mayor Kostrzab highlighted Jaslo’s unique history and vibrant community. “We have been inspired by Sedona’s stunning red rock formations, its thriving arts scene, and its commitment to preserving natural landscapes,” Kostrzab wrote. “We admire not only Sedona’s physical beauty but also the…
Verde Valley News – The Camp Verde Community Library is excited to announce a new series of educational and fun-filled events in collaboration with the Science Vortex. The “All About Water” Children’s STEAM Series is set to engage young minds with a variety of hands-on activities focused on the fascinating world of water. This series is designed for children aged 7 to 12 and will take place every Tuesday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the library. The series kicks off on Tuesday, August 13th with “Water Olympics.” Young participants will explore the unique properties of water through a…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “War Game” showing Aug. 16-22 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. A real-life political thriller set on January 6, 2025, “War Game” imagines a nation-wide insurrection in which members of the US military defect to support the losing Presidential candidate, while the winning candidate and his advisors war game the crisis in the White House situation room. The film follows a bipartisan group of US defense, intelligence, and elected policymakers spanning five presidential administrations as they participate in an unscripted role-play exercise. Portraying…
Yavapai County News – MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization with a focus on stopping youth drug use before it starts, continues the MATFORCE Messages virtual learning series with newly scheduled presentations. This virtual learning series covers a range of topics presented by subject matter experts with a focus on building healthier communities. Presentations are held virtually on Thursdays from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. August’s presentation, “Trauma 101,” presented by Kimberly Gregory, focuses on the science of the brain and the brain’s response to trauma, specifically childhood trauma. Participants will learn about the parts of the brain and their functions,…
… more from the trip to the plateau on Tuesday with the shot of our friendly carnivore Osprey above making it away from the nest with a fistful of fish he grabbed on the way out of the nest … it had already started raining and thus the darkened sky. Guess the fish looks pretty good although not quite as neat a butchering job as we humans do before placing fish fillets in the meat racks at the store. Still, considering that he only has his talons and beak to the work, pretty nice job! The Grebe in the photo…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Close to You” showing Aug. 16-22 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEg_vaaMe_U Sam (Academy Award-nominee Elliot Page) moved to Toronto from his small town on Lake Ontario, Canada and finally decides to return home to visit his family for his dad’s birthday. On his journey, he has a chance encounter with a friend from high school (Hillary Baack) that sparks old feelings. It is on this trip where Sam can finally confront long-buried feelings, his relationship with his family, a first love that…
Sedona News – Join the Sedona Camera Club for a virtual presentation by professional photographer Greg Holden. The meeting starts at 6:00 pm on Monday, August 26, 2024 Christ Lutheran Church, 25 Chapel Road, Sedona. Doors open at 5:30. Holden is a photographer from Longmont, Colorado, who uses his photography to share with others how he sees the world. He enjoys creative photos of little scenes often overlooked by others rather than postcard landscapes. Although he won’t pass by a chance to photograph a beautiful landscape or a tranquil sunset, he’d rather be exploring abandoned places and capturing the details…
Verde Valley News – The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Yavapai College is excited to announce that registration for the Fall 1 term is now open! Classes start on August 26 at YC campuses in Sedona, the Verde Valley, Prescott, and online. Explore a wide range of subjects, from art and history to tech skills and well-being. Connect with fellow lifelong learners in a supportive community. Visit www.yc.edu/olli to browse the catalog and register online or call 928-649-4275. OLLI is tailored for adults aged 50 and older, offering academic, not-for-credit programs designed to inspire curiosity and personal growth. Led…
Camp Verde News – On August 6th, 2024, at approximately 2121 hours a traffic stop was conducted on a Ford Pickup along State Route 260 in Camp Verde for a minor equipment violation. During the traffic stop, the Deputy noticed nervous behavior by the driver, later identified as Robert Morley of Phoenix. The Deputy then asked for consent to search his vehicle. Robert granted consent but made a statement of knowing he was going to jail because there was something illegal in the vehicle. Robert then advised that he had Gamma – hydroxybutyrate (GHB) also known as the date rape…