Sedona News – Have you ever wondered if the Bible’s tale of Noah is true? The evidence is overwhelming that it is true. In Dr. Robert E. Farrell’s enlightening presentation, we delve into the fascinating world of ancient flood narratives, bridging science, history, and mythology. Dr Farrell presents at Sedona MUFON on Sunday, May 26 at 3:00 p.m. at The Global Center for Christ Consciousness, Sedona, AZ. 86336. Key Points of Exploration: Sir Leonard Wooley’s Revelation: Dr. Farrell dissects Sir Leonard Wooley’s groundbreaking discovery, which dispelled any lingering doubts about the existence of a momentous deluge akin to the one…
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Camp Verde News – Artists from Camp Verde will showcase a variety of works in a debut exhibit opening April 15 at Camp Verde Community Library. All are members of the new Camp Verde Artists Group, coordinated by founder Mary Rush. “I am honored and happy to coordinate this exhibit at the library for the newly formed Camp Verde Artists Group. We were only one month old when I scheduled the exhibition with the library. Now, at almost four months, we have gone through various stages of growth. We are becoming a solidified advocate for our art and the extended…
Verde Valley News – MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization focused on stopping youth drug use before it starts, has partnered again this year with local law enforcement agencies to host medication takeback events throughout Yavapai County. Since 2008 over 43,500 pounds of medication have been collected and properly disposed of through Dump the Drugs events and drop box locations throughout Yavapai County. Takeback events are a convenient way for community members to dispose of expired or unwanted medications. The events will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the following locations: Prescott Valley…
Sedona News – The Sedona Police Department Cadets placed in two competition events thus far in 2024! On January 13 and 14, 2024, the Sedona Police Department (SPD) Cadets travelled to the Chandler Tactical Competition to compete with 51 other teams in events including Narcotics lab raid, high risk vehicle stops, crisis negotiations, terrorist takeover, bike rodeo, pistol shoot, and sniper challenge. There were also several walk-up events, which included wilderness marksman, ax throwing, vertical assault, obstacle course and VIRTA shoot. The Cadet team walked away with first place in the wilderness marksman event. On March 9, 2024, Cadets attended…
By Dr. William Noonan, Sedona Resident Save The Cultural Park Committee Today we turned in over 1000 signatures, well over the 597 minimum needed for a referendum to let the residents decide if a homeless car park should be allowed at Cultural Park. We are very confident that after the city and county finish their verification process, we will have more than enough valid signatures to qualify for the November Ballot. We are grateful for the amazing and passionate residents of Sedona who are united on this issue and signed our referendum petition. This is a remarkable achievement considering this…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world to present the global premiere of “The Hopeful” showing April 17 and 18 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. William Miller’s faith is in ruins. After miraculously surviving a fierce battle in the War of 1812, Miller questions why God spared him. His search for wisdom leads to an astonishing prophecy — the world is going to end. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nopg-zixbc “The Hopeful” unfolds as a story of a man burdened with the knowledge of Christ’s return. Miller’s message resonates with some — even as it…
Sedona News – The Sedona Westerners Hiking Club raised a record-breaking $37,000 in 2024 for the Sedona Red Rock Trail Fund (SRRTF). Fueled by a $10,000 incentive match from an anonymous donor, more than 60 members made donations totaling $35,110 during the February campaign. Adding the Westerners’ yearly Trail Keeper, the club brought in a grand total of $37,110 for Red Rock trail maintenance and enhancement. Dick Williams, SRRTF board member and chair of the philanthropy committee, revealed the results at the Westerners’ March 14th meeting. This year’s collection was more than double that was raised in 2023 and triple…
… and it is Monday and another fantastic day is underway … spent most of the day working on the Knot Yacht … with up to six or more trips down to Lake Pleasant or other lakes it takes a lot of jolting and after seven years of this travel a few rivets have been doing a little leaking so today was the fix it day. A few YouTube videos on how to tighten the rivets and was out to buy a few tools deemed necessary (actually all tools are necessary whether or not you have a use for them)…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world to present the global premiere of “Irena’s Vow” showing April 15 and 16 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Through the eyes of a strong-willed woman comes the remarkable true story of Irena Gut and the triumphs of the human spirit over devastating tragedy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Muqb5YfLMLY Nineteen-year-old Irena is promoted to housekeeper in the home of a highly respected Nazi officer when she finds out that the Jewish ghetto is about to be liquidated. Determined to help the Jewish workers, she decides to shelter them…
Sedona News – Join the Sedona Camera Club for a presentation by professional photographer Matt Beaty. The meeting starts at 6:30 pm on Monday, April 29, 2024, at the Mary D. Fisher Theater, 2030 W. State Route 89A, Suite B-2, Sedona. Doors open at 6:00 pm. A Platinum/Palladium printmaker, Matt owns and operates Hidden Light LLC in Flagstaff, Arizona. Having pioneered a technique to make some of the world’s largest pt/pd prints, up to eight feet long, Beaty enjoys pushing what is possible in alternative process printmaking. His clients include photographers represented in galleries around the world. Matt will focus…
Verde Valley News – The Yavapai Reentry Project (YRP), a project of MATFORCE, works with formerly incarcerated individuals to overcome the barriers often faced when returning to the community from incarceration. A common barrier is access to a computer to apply for jobs and get an education. To help YRP participants overcome this common barrier, YRP is accepting donations for used laptops. Community members can help by donating new or gently used laptops, including broken laptops as well. For community members’ convenience, donations can be accepted two ways. MATFORCE | 8056 E. Valley Road, Suite B, Prescott Valley Drop off laptops…
Sedona News – The Rotary Club of Sedona Village is thrilled to announce the winners of the “Choose Your Adventure” online Raffle, marking the successful conclusion of a dynamic fundraising endeavor. Members gathered for a joyous winner reveal party, highlighting the excitement surrounding the event. Participants from across the United States, along with local Rotarians and sponsors, contributed to the $21,000 success of the Raffle. Eight lucky winners were randomly selected via computer, each claiming fantastic prizes generously donated by Village Rotarians and sponsors. The winners and their prizes include: • Larry Tebelak: Weekend in Beautiful San Juan Island, Washington…
Sedona News – Keep Sedona Beautiful will hold its next Preserving the Wonder Speaker Series event on Wednesday, April 17 at 5:00 pm. During this panel discussion, you’ll learn how a group of residents, businesses, environmental organizations, ranching permitees, recreation-related non-governmental organizations, recreation user groups and law enforcement collaborated to arrive at a set of proposed strategies to address what Keep Sedona Beautiful calls “The OHV Crisis”. These proposed strategies address environmental damage, excessive noise, disruption to the community and safety issues. The Greater Sedona Recreation Collaborative was formed in an effort to respond to concerns voiced by local residents.…
Conflicted: Reflections on Politics and Personal Freedoms: A Thought-Provoking PerspectiveBy Tommy Acosta Sedona, AZ—Recently, a friend asked me about my political affiliation. I’ve never labeled myself as belonging to one party or another but rather as a political scientist studying how people are manipulated. I do not consider myself a capitalist, socialist, communist, anarchist, populist, libertarian, vegetarian, Liberal, Conservative, Republican, Democrat, or any of those identifications, but rather a political “actualist” who sees through the curtains most political parties cast. I see myself as an individualist who thinks for himself. But I do know the kind of party or affiliation…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory It is natural to want others to agree with us. Being validated, especially when we weren’t as children, or yesterday for that matter, offers a power boost unlike any other. When someone says, ‘Yes, you are right,’ or ‘Wow, you are smart,’ it reinforces our sense of self. That sounds pretty good, even necessary, when we aren’t certain of who we are. … and even though we put on a damn good show, most of us aren’t. The need to be agreed with, to be approved of, and to hide it when we aren’t, is an…