Author: Tommy

By Ted Grussing … this shot reminded me of the comic style knuckle dragger mobster seen in old movies … but the Osprey is really a finely tuned killing machine, helping keep fish populations in check along with many other raptors, birds, coyotes and most of all man. Just check those talons out … to learn more about Ospreys click here.

The warmhearted story of Polish immigrant and mathematician Stan Ulam Sedona AZ (October 4, 2021) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the heartwarming new film “Adventures of a Mathematician” showing Oct. 8-14 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. “Adventures of a Mathematician” tells the warmhearted story of Polish immigrant and mathematician Stan Ulam, who moved to the U.S. in the 1930s. Stan deals with the difficult losses of family and friends all while helping to create the hydrogen bomb and the first computer. The film is based on the autobiography “Adventures…

Sedona AZ (October 4, 2021) – “Voices from the Grave” pioneer cemetery walk is back this Fall in Sedona, and will once again provide a fascinating, outdoor theatrical program with costumed ‘spirits’, history and fun, along with some new ‘seraph’ surprises. On Friday and Saturday, October 29 and 30, a limited number of ticket holders will be going back in time to meet pioneers who lived and worked in Red Rock country, and who experienced triumph and tragedy trying to carve out a life and adventure in this place we call Sedona.

Sedona AZ (October 4, 2021) – On Wednesday October 13 at 5:00 PM, Janie Agyagos, Wildlife Biologist for the Red Rock Ranger District, will speak on “Special Status Species in the Verde Valley.” To join this webinar on Oct 13, CLICK ON THIS LINK. The webinar Passcode is: 102021

Flagstaff AZ (October 4, 2021) – Deirdre R. Meldrum, a visionary innovator in science and technology, is the new chair of the Health First Foundation Northern Arizona board of directors. She accepted the position after serving as vice chair since the foundation’s establishment in 2016. Distinguished Professor of Biosignatures Discovery at Arizona State University, Meldrum is director of the Center for Biosignatures Discovery Automation and a tenured full professor of electrical engineering in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. For her significant achievements in healthcare technology, Meldrum earned the title of fellow in the National Academy of Inventors. She has…

Cottonwood AZ (October 4, 2021) – This historic building was once located in the Town of Clemenceau, now known as Cottonwood, AZ. It is the beginning location of the new and exciting Creepy Cottonwood and Beyond free history tour event at the Clemenceau Heritage Museum on Friday’s and Saturday’s in October, from 3:00-5:00pm. Seven ‘stations’ throughout the museum property are open for free creepy, family-friendly activities. Come in costume! Reserve your tour time at creepycottonwood@gmail.com.

By Tommy Acosta Sedona News: My little cat Teela is now 22 years-old and it looks like she has a feline version of “Catzheimer’s Disease.” She is experiencing age-related dementia and my attention needs to ever more be focused on helping her continue to live a full and well lived cat’s life to the end of her days. She no longer wants to use the doggie/cat door she used to go in and out of the house at will. And her desire to go outside has been greatly diminished. I am sure because she knows she is no longer strong…

  Sedona News: Today I heard from two people whose email suddenly stopped working. My cell phone will not receive calls. When I tried to enter my account, it would not accept my password. When I changed the password, it would not accept the new password either. More and more of the largest corporations are being hacked. It can be quite frustrating if you don’t expect it. We expect things to work. But I think more and more we will be seeing that they don’t, at least not with any consistency.   Fewer and fewer people trust the government, the…

By Amaya Gayle Gregory Sedona News: A dear friend did my astrology chart many years back and I happened upon it today. I love happening. It seems so magical, so synchronistic, and yet, when my eyes and heart are open leads to the realization that life is nothing but synchronicity. Nothing else is happening here. I was musing about why the writing that comes through me seems to be all over the board. One day I write from the lived non-dual understanding and the next I am speaking from my lived experiences of seeming duality. Another friend recently asked me about…

All-star cast featured in lighthearted tale of family and community at Fisher Theatre Sedona AZ (October 2, 2021) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the entertaining and lighthearted new film “Tango Shalom” showing Oct. 8-14 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. From the director of “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” comes a new favorite family that will dance its way into your heart. “Tango Shalom” features an award-winning ensemble cast including Lainie Kazan, Renée Taylor, Joseph Bologna (in his final role), and Dancing with the Stars’ pro Karina Smirnoff.

Prescott AZ (October 2, 2021) – Yavapai County Recorder, Leslie Hoffman would like to announce the following information: The last day to register to vote for the November 2, 2021 Election is Monday, October 4, 2021 for the following jurisdictions: City of Prescott – General Election Crown King Fire District Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary School District Mingus Union High School District

CH’ÍHOOTSOOÍ, DINÉTAH (Window Rock, Navajo Nation) (October 2, 2021) – Yee Ha’ólníi Doo d/b/a Navajo & Hopi Families COVID-19 Relief Fund has implemented a vaccination campaign aimed at increasing vaccination numbers on the Navajo Nation and safeguarding our communities against further increases in Delta variant cases. Yee Ha’ólníi Doo has launched an intensive effort to increase public health education in our communities, as research has shown that vaccinated individuals are still able to carry and pass on the coronavirus. Campaign team volunteers are currently providing virtual outreach of public health education throughout various regions of the Navajo Nation to encourage…

Sedona AZ (October 2, 2021) – The city of Sedona and hired contractor Paul R. Peterson Construction, Inc., have begun construction of the Posse Grounds Parking and Soldiers Pass Road Shared-Use Path Project. Crews recently began mobilizing equipment into the area for removal of select vegetation within the city’s right-of-way on the east side of Soldiers Pass Road where the shared-use path will go, in preparation of the installation of the stabilized decomposed granite pathway surface.

Sedona AZ (October 2, 2021) – If you have a piece of wood and a wood carving knife, come to Monday at the Museum at Sedona Heritage Museum on Monday, October 11th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and join the Verde Valley Woodcarvers. Hundreds of people have tried their hand at carving with this group since its founding in 1997 by Norm Knight. The group consists of carvers ranging from beginners to master carvers. Come by with your own equipment or just come to watch these artisans do relief carving, chip carving, and bark carving. There is no fee for…

Sedona AZ (October 2, 2021) – Yavapai County is in the process of updating its Comprehensive Plan to cover the next 10 years. This critical document will guide the Planning and Zoning Commission, as well as County Supervisors as they consider development proposals over the next decade. To take this important survey CLICK ON THIS LINK. If you are not yet familiar with the process for updating the Comprehensive Plan, CLICK HERE for an explanation.