Author: Tommy

Prescott AZ (September 21, 2021) – Where does water for the Quad Cities come from, how is this limited resource managed and how do housing development and climate change impact our water future? The Citizens Water Advocacy Group (CWAG) invites members of the community to bring their questions about water to a Zoom Webinar on Saturday, Oct. 9, from 10am-noon, where a panel of CWAG scientists will provide science-based answers and address some common misconceptions. The Zoom registration link is posted in the “Next Meeting” section at www.cwagaz.org .

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By Ted Grussing … even though these blooms as captured are well beyond their prime and today are long gone and returned to the soil from which they grew, the beauty that they brought into this world continues today and into the future … humans can do the same, so smile and share the beauty that is you. The bloom above is an Echinacea that I shot on a stormy day at Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff and it was pouring forth the last of its beauty before it returned to the soil … the arrangement below was a gift to…

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Sedona AZ (September 20, 2021) – On Saturday, Sept. 25, Anthony Mazzella’s “Legends of Guitar” concert will be rocking the Mary Fisher Theatre in Sedona. Anthony has added new songs to his repertoire so be sure to come hear his latest interpretations of guitar classics. “Legends of Guitar” is a tribute show to famous guitar players and their music. The show features world renowned guitar virtuoso Anthony Mazzella who plays it all live. Legendary guitarists whose music is featured in the show are Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Jimi Page (Led Zeppelin), The Edge (U2), Pete Townsend (The Who),…

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Sedona AZ (September 20, 2021) – The calendar might say fall, but at Rowe Fine Art Gallery, it’s hot, hot, hot. On Friday, October 1, from 4 to 7 p.m., join sculptor and patina artist Erik Petersen as he demonstrates bronze finishing work outside Rowe Fine Art Gallery during Out of the Furnace, Into the Fire.

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Prescott AZ (September 20, 2021) – S.E.E.4VETS, a veterans advocacy group, has established a promising new foothold for transitioning military service members in Yavapai County. The Scottsdale-based organization has created the S.E.E.4VETS Veteran Legacy Endowment with the Yavapai College Foundation. The $20,000 endowed scholarship program will provide funding support for qualified U.S. military veterans seeking to continue their education at Yavapai College.

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Sedona AZ (September 5, 2021) – The Arizona Department of Transportation is advising motorists to plan for delays due to daytime lane restrictions on State Route 89A between Sedona and Flagstaff starting Tuesday, Sept. 7. Drivers should slow down, proceed through the work zones with caution, and watch for construction personnel and equipment.

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Sedona AZ (September 5, 2021) – Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year in memory of the people killed in the September 11 attacks of the year 2001. In remembrance of this 20th anniversary SAVCO and Kiwanis volunteers will once again be walking the street of Sedona proudly posting the American flag along 89a on Thursday morning September 9th and retiring the flags on the morning of September 13th. These energetic and patriotic volunteers could not complete this task without the organization skills of Kathryn Stillman nor the generous donation of ATVs provided by Sedona ATV Rental. Interested…

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By Antony Berkman Sedonya Conscious Living Center Sedona AZ (September 5, 2021) – On September 9, 2021 we are hosting the Ekam World Peace Festival launch to promote peace consciousness in our region. This event is a platform to connect, nurture and nourish the spirit of peace that we all share as human beings. We invite you to join us online as an individual peacemaker or attend with your organization that concerns itself with a better planet! The chief guest UQUALLA will share inspiring messages about how each of us can contribute to world peace through this festival and beyond. …

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By Peter Cutler In Sedona : Relative truth is the truth of a dream and so must always remain illusion and not truth. If it were actual truth it would not be a dream. Absolute Truth is the truth of reality. It is actual truth. Being actual truth it cannot be described in the language of a dream, although many have tried. When we attempt to describe actual truth in thought, it only describes thought not truth. If we want to know actual truth, we must let go of all attachment to thought. RELATIVE TRUTH Relative truth has its usefulness in…

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By Amaya Gregory:  So if you know this is a dream, all the way in, no scrap of shame, no bit of self left behind, does that mean that you do nothing to improve the lot of your fellow dream characters? Do you simply stand down — it’s a dream after all so why bother? Could a dreamed character do nothing or even do something? Could you choose to act in a particular way? Could you stand down? Is that possible, could it ever be possible even if the dreamed character didn’t know it is a dream, is caught in…

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Years of fundraising continues to make a difference Camp Verde AZ (September 3, 2021) – Standing in front of the Founders Wall at the Library, Camp Verde Library Endowment (CVLE) President, Ambie Charles and board members, Charlie and Linda German presented Camp Verde Community Library Director, Kathy Hellman with a check for $20,000. In presenting the check, Ambie Charles said “It gives us great pleasure to see all our hard work paying back dividends in our community.”  In accepting the check, library director Kathy Hellman said, “Once again, we are so grateful for those who came before us and worked…

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Flagstaff AZ (September 3, 2021) – Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Mango-Paget is seeking applicants for appointment for Fredonia Moccasin Unified School District #6. Applicants must be Arizona registered voters and residents of the school district for at least one year prior to the date of appointment. Applicants or their spouses cannot be an employee of the district.

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By Ted Grussing … meanwhile down at the lake we have two species enjoying the lake; the Osprey cruising and looking for food and the guy on the jet ski simply enjoying the speed and thrill whilst racing over the water and throwing a large spray as he banks and turns to avoid a rock protruding above the surface.

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Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas featured in film at Fisher Theatre Sedona AZ (September 2, 2021) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Created Equal: Clarence Thomas In His Own Words” on Thursday, Sept. 16 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Unprecedented access. The story you didn’t know. Although Clarence Thomas remains a controversial figure – loved by some, reviled by others – few know much more than a few headlines and the recollections of his contentious confirmation battle with Anita Hill.

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Sedona AZ (September 2, 2021) – The cities of Sedona and Cottonwood welcome Shannon Boone as the new housing manager. The two cities created the role as a partnership to lead the implementation of affordable and workforce housing initiatives in both communities since jobs, housing and the economy are linked. Boone comes with over 20 years of experience in the community development and housing sectors. Most recently, she was the director of real estate development at Via CDC in Milwaukee for over five years, creating housing and economic development programming for low-income residents.

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