… much of today was spent in the company of friends and good conversation … a good question was posed … “how and when did we meet?” I honestly did not know, the real important event is that we did meet and a new friendship began. Life is like that and as we live people enter our lives and leave … celebrate the entry and continuation and savor the richness that others bring into our lives … it lingers even after they are gone. Whilst on the deck this evening, friends walked by and I asked them what they would…
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Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the award-winning documentary “Who We Are: A Chronicle of Racism in America” showing June 24-30 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. Jeffery Robinson had one of the best educations in America. He went to Marquette University and Harvard Law School and has been a trial lawyer for over 40 years — as a public defender, in private practice, at the ACLU, and now at The Who We Are Project. In 2011, Robinson began raising his then 13-year-old nephew and, as a Black man raising…
Sedona News – The Coconino National Forest is seeking public input on proposed fee implementation at six specific high-use recreation sites to provide consistent maintenance and keep these sites and trails at a level of quality visitors have come to expect. Numerous day-use sites, overnight camping sites, and other recreation sites are managed without user fees across Coconino National Forest. The following day-use sites would be added to the current Red Rock Pass Fee Program, and the Interagency America the Beautiful Passes will also be honored at these sites. The public comment period begins today. To ensure that your comments…
By Monica Spencer Sedona News – I don’t know about you, but this warm spring weather really makes me want to get out of the office and hit the road. If you’re feeling the same way, here are a few places that are sure to inspire your next adventure. Read more→
Sedona News – An exciting Time Capsule project is underway in honor of the Sedona Historical Society’s 40th anniversary. The Society is inviting residents to submit stories or objects that they feel would be meaningful to residents 40 years from now when the capsule is opened. “Ask yourself, what would help future citizens better understand Sedona of today, 40 years from now”, said committee chair Kathy Levin, “and then send us your idea!” To submit a story or object, complete the form on the homepage of the Society’s website SedonaMuseum.org. You may also drop off your completed form or object…
… ’twas a glorious day to be on the lake today and wildlife was everywhere. The shot above is of an Egret that was perched on a branch in the water … reflections from the water make an incredible display on the lower side of his wings and water trails from his foot as he ascends into flight. Below a Turkey Vulture patiently waits for meal to appear for him … perhaps a fish left behind by another predator? Discovered an island being used as a rookery for Great Blue Herons; they and their nests were everywhere. The lake is…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Wildmen” showing June 24-29 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. In a desperate attempt to cure his midlife crisis, Martin has fled his family to live high up in the Norwegian mountains — hunting and gathering like his ancestors did thousands of years ago. Armed only with a bow and an ensemble of animal skins, Martin sets off into the forest in a misguided attempt to overcome his midlife crisis. A chance meeting with a fugitive named Musa leads to an adventurous trip…
Election News – Yavapai County Recorder, Leslie Hoffman would like to remind voters about important information regarding the upcoming 2022 Primary Election being held Tuesday, August 2, 2022. All registered voters are eligible to vote in the 2022 Primary Election. If you are a registered Independent, Other, or Party Not Designated, and are on the Active Early Voter List, you must tell us which Party Ballot you want mailed. Call 928-771-3248. To be eligible to vote, you must register/update your voter information by Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Please visit the Yavapai County Recorder’s Office at 1015 Fair St. Rm 228,…
Sedona News – The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) would like to remind drivers of trucks over 30 feet not to enter the switchbacks on State Route (SR) 89A in Oak Creek Canyon during its current construction project. Construction is taking place near Pumphouse Wash Bridge in the switchback section of Oak Creek Canyon as part of the SR 89A Oak Creek Canyon Improvements. Because of this, there are 8-foot width and 30-foot length restrictions in the work zone. Any vehicle traveling north or south along SR 89A that exceeds the width and length restrictions will not be permitted to…
Sedona News – Keep Sedona Beautiful (KSB), Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance (NAZZCA) and the Sustainability Alliance will co-host a CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATE FORUM: ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGES AND SEDONA’S CLIMATE ACTION PLAN on June 21 at 6:00 pm at KSB, 360 Brewer Rd, Sedona. The City Council Candidate Forum will address the City’s response to the threats of climate change. Sedona adopted its Climate Action Plan (CAP) in July 2021. The Climate Action Plan (CAP) “sets a goal to cut Sedona’s greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030. Reaching this target—which aligns with the international scientific recommendation for preventing the worst climate change impacts—will…
Sedona News – One last time, “The Art Camp for Kids”, Camp Bear Wallow, will open its doors for the summer with fun art projects like balloon art, bird houses, Lego sculptures, fiber clay sculptures, paint brush making and more! The camp will open July 4th at West Sedona School and is accepting ages 6-11; from 10am to 1pm, Monday thru Friday. The mission of this camp is to inspire and encourage children to explore, create and invent using artist’s tools and the artist’s eye in the hopes of developing a joyful well rounded creative young adult. The goals of the…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory You see change coming — a sea change — transcendence, a new earth, a better place to raise your family, a you who fits sweetly into the picture. What if there is no pending apocalypse, no rapture escape route, no heaven to find, no hell to escape, no afterlife at all? Maybe, humanity isn’t ascending to a higher state, and the idea that all this pain is worth it because of where it is taking us is just another story. What if thinking you’re on top of it, the genius at the front of the wave,…
… or any other time of day for that matter, but there is something special about the mornings as all of life is preparing to live another day on this remarkable little planet we call home … and we get to choose what kind of day we will have and how we react to what others say and do. Mornings have been special since I was a little kid and joined my dad, brothers and friends in the sloughs and river bottoms before dawn, drinking coffee and sharing stories as we awaited the sun and legal hours to begin the…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “A Cowgirl’s Song” showing June 24-29 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. An inspiring family film, “A Cowgirl’s Song” stars Cheryl Ladd, Savannah Lee May and Darci Lynne. Family is instrumental. Two teen sisters, Hailey and Brooke, go to live with their grandmother (Cheryl Ladd) when their father is arrested for a crime he didn’t commit. Their grandma used to be a country music star but she retired after the death of their grandfather in a car accident. Hailey wants to be a country…
Pipeline Fire continues burning north of Flagstaff, Two additional fires reported northeast of Pipeline Fire (June 13, 2022) – Strong winds continue to move the Pipeline Fire toward the northeast, as two additional wildfires–the Haywire Fire and Double Fire–are reported about 6 miles further ahead. The exact size the the Pipeline Fire is unknown due to the inability for an overnight infrared flight. However, fire managers estimate the fire to be about 5,000 acres currently. Firefighters are working to suppress and keep fire from entering areas near communities, while deflecting the fire along the San Francisco Peaks toward the northeast…