Yavapai County News – Early voting begins Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Ballots will be mailed to voters requesting Automatic Ballot-by-Mail on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Be sure to sign your ballot affidavit envelope in your original handwriting. Voters may vote early in-person or vote a replacement ballot beginning Wednesday, July 3 – 26, 2024 at the: Yavapai County Recorder’s Office – 1015 Fair St., Prescott, M – F 8am – 5pm Prescott Valley across from library entrance – 7351 E Skoog Blvd, Prescott Valley, M – F 9am – 4pm Yavapai County Recorder’s Office – 10 S. 6th St., Cottonwood,…
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… some special shots I have been working on over the weekend. In the kitchen I have a wall devoted to our cats … there are two 11 x 14 watercolors of Nimbus and Q and a photo of One and it is time for a photo of Katie to go up too. The watercolors are beautiful, but only partial heads so I have redone the image of One and completed one of Katie. That is Katie above this text and immediately below is a new photo of Katie … below Katie is a portrait of one of our Bobcats and…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is taking its show on the road with its new “Movies on the Move” mobile movie truck and outdoor film experience … now heading to The Village! The next event of the summer will be Tuesday, July 9 at The Collective in the Village of Oak Creek, featuring the blockbuster big screen box office sensation “Hairspray”. Showtime will be at dusk (approximately 7:45-8:00 p.m.). Bring your lawn chairs and your family and friends and enjoy “Cinema Under the Stars” on the festival’s giant outdoor screen with state-of-the-art projection and sound! The festival’s…
Arizona News – There’s good news for drivers planning road trips over the Independence Day weekend this year. The Arizona Department of Transportation says no construction closures are scheduled on state highways from Wednesday afternoon, July 3, to Monday morning, July 8. While ADOT focuses on giving motorists a break from closures for improvement projects over the holiday weekend, drivers in turn should focus on safety when behind the wheel. Steps to take include checking your car’s tire pressure, engine fluid levels and getting adequate rest before starting out on a trip. Packing extra drinking water as part of an…
Arizona News – The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Foundation for Community & Health Advancement has opened applications for its 2024 Thiru Family Trust Momentum Maker grant. This year’s grant will tackle the epidemic of loneliness and social isolation. The grant will provide $75,000 to a project that builds social connections and community that, ultimately, improves health. Nonprofits and schools in Arizona can apply from July 1 to July 31, 2024. In 2023, Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy declared a national epidemic of loneliness and social isolation. The issue affects at least one in two adults in the US, impacting their physical, mental, and social…
Sedona,AZ — Greetings Sedona voters. My name is Donna Michaels. I am currently a member and Vice Chair of the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors representing, District 3, and I am running for re-election in 2024. My job as a Supervisor is centered on the unique challenges of managing growth and development in rural areas, like Sedona, Arizona. I work to balance economic growth with environmental preservation and affordable housing, while ensuring fair representation for all community members. My responsibilities as Supervisor include safeguarding consumers and protecting vulnerable populations, including seniors, and the viticulture industry, by emphasizing the importance of…
By Roseanne Jennings Sedona, AZ — Arizona is one of the hottest states in the country, and that’s something you’ll definitely feel in Sedona. In fact, NOAA’s citizen scientists recently mapped the city in 2023 to confirm that urban centers can be up to 20 degrees hotter than rural areas, as Sedona alone regularly experiences days where temperatures reach above 90 degrees. That makes it risky for the city’s many tourists, who may not have the same heat awareness as locals. However, it can even be more dangerous for residents, as the median age in Sedona is 60 years old. If…
Sedona, AZ — Spiritual care is an integral aspect of holistic well-being, addressing the spiritual dimension of health. It goes beyond traditional therapy to nurture the spirit, providing support and resources to help individuals find meaning, purpose, and inner peace. What is Spiritual Care? Spiritual care involves practices and support systems that help individuals connect with their inner selves and the greater universe. It is about nurturing the spirit, fostering a sense of purpose, and promoting overall well-being. Unlike conventional therapy, which primarily focuses on the mind and emotions, spiritual care encompasses the mind, body, and spirit, aiming for a…
Sedona News – The Rotary Club of Sedona Village launched the new Rotary year through the annual officer transition ceremony held at the home of Bob and Gayle Burns. Outgoing Club President Miki Dzugan recognized her leadership team and outlined numerous successful Village Rotary projects, including support for the Red Rock High School Interact Club, providing student summer camp scholarships, conducting a Veterans Raffle that raised $15,000 for veterans’ needs at the Prescott Regional Veterans Hospital, and continuing the development of the Rotary Community Garden. Chuck Marr was installed as the Club’s President for the new Rotary year. Chuck is…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theatres around the world to present the global 2024 encore of “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” showing July 7 and 10 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. In celebration of Columbia Pictures 100th anniversary, “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” returns to the big screen in theaters nationwide. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSpQ3G08k48 The epic Steven Spielberg film was nominated for nine Academy Awards, winning two Oscars for Best Cinematography and Special Achievement Award for Sound Effects Editing (for former Sedona resident, the late Frank Warner). Richard Dreyfuss stars as cable worker…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory “Everyone, deep in their hearts, is waiting for the end of the world to come.” ― Haruki Murakami, 1Q84 Is that true? Are we waiting, perhaps even hoping, silently, ever so silently that we don’t even let ourselves in on our little secret? Do we desperately struggle to stay alive, while hoping that our world ends soon? Is it a death wish unrecognized? Life is painful … and joyful … but the pain seems to return, seems to be built right in. After all, we can’t live forever. People we love leave us. If they haven’t…
Sedona, AZ — In the heart of Sedona, Kali Gajewski, co-founder of Sedona Beer Co., has crafted a unique hospitality experience, balancing the demands of a highly tourist-driven market with a strong commitment to sustainability and community. The new Basecamp location in West Sedona has been designed to cater more to the local market, offering a relaxed beer garden atmosphere. This new location not only expands Sedona Beer Co.’s footprint, from their original Uptown taproom and brewery, but also strengthens its connection with the local community, providing a welcoming space for residents and visitors alike to enjoy their craft beers.…
Beloved Resort Announces Exclusive Seasonal Rates, New Offerings & Refreshing Cocktails Sedona, Az – Nestled next to Oak Creek, Amara Resort and Spa invites guests to experience the perfect summer getaway in the heart of Red Rock Country, enhanced by seasonal discounted rates, along with new offerings and cocktails. With summer rates starting at $279/night, a 40% discount from peak season rates, guests can immerse themselves in the best that the iconic town has to offer. Located steps from Uptown Sedona, which features an eclectic mix of popular dining, shopping and art galleries, Amara’s prime location encourages exploration. Popular natural…
Optics. Optics. Optics. Who can ever forget that look on Biden’s face when he blew a fuse six minutes into the debate? It really makes no difference to the viewing public what either candidate said during the debate because everyone who saw it walks away with the image of Biden’s stunned, deer-caught-in-the-headlights, blank and bewildered look on his face. True, Biden did as good a job answering the moderators’ questions as Trump did avoiding them. He had a few good moments trading insults, jousting with the ex-president, launching a few zingers himself like when he accused Trump of having the…
… closing the week in the air with an added appreciation for what we call “Blue Holes!” A blue hole is a break in otherwise overcast skies that lets the sun pour through the hole and illuminate the earth’s surface providing beautiful shots for photographers and more than that, it provides a means for pilots to go up through the blue hole and come out on top of the cloud layers into a crystal blue sky. One fine October day, there was peak color in the stands of aspen on the San Francisco Peaks, plus a snow storm the night…