By Peter Cutler Sedona News (June 17, 2021) I know it is seemingly a different topic, but I would also like to write something about the homeless situation in Sedona, especially about those who are working here full time and still living in their cars after more than a year because they cannot find affordable housing. I have some solutions I would like to suggest that people seem to resonate with. Much of it is a solution to the serious problem of corporations and wealthy investors buying up houses in Sedona and turning them into Air B&Bs. It is decimating…
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Cornville AZ (July 16, 2021) – The Cornville Fire, currently 92 percent contained, has not experienced any new growth over the last two days and continues to smolder at 1,240 acres.Other than some internal pockets of the fire slowly burning and producing very light smoke, there has been no activity or movement of the wildfire.The Central West Type 3 Incident Management Team has demobilized, while firefighters with the Red Rock Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest continue with patrols and mop-up operations until full containment.
By Mary MorrisMy name is Mary Morris, and the Village of Oak Creek has been my home for 17 years.Those of us in red rock country know our rugged landscapes, rural way of life and Western heritage are at the heart of what makes this place special. We celebrate our frontier spirit, respect the land, value our history, support our neighbors and – of course – love our horses.Last August, sadly, our community suffered a great loss with the passing of Elizabeth “Bee” Gordon.Bee moved here in the late 1970s, and owned and operated Horse Mesa Ranch. It became her…
Sedona News (June 16, 2021: Prior to Mercury’s stunning performance of their legendary tribute to Freddy Mercury of Queen performed Friday, June 11 at the Sedona performing Arts Center, Sedona.biz was granted an exclusive backstage interview with the band.The Sedona International Film Festival partnered with Unify Sedona: A Rainbow Alliance to present “Mercury: The Story of Queen’s Front Man” Mercury celebrates the music of Freddie Mercury and Queen — a band that rocked the world and the fame, decadence, tragedy and triumph that swirled around its leader.
By Tommy Acosta A brush fire threatening the homes of local residents sparked neighbors to come out with shovels and do what they could to slow the burn until firefighters arrived. Last Tuesday around 6:45 p.m., residents of the Cathedral Vista subdivision off Chavez Ranch Road down the Upper Loop saw flames in the forest land to the south.
Cornville Fire – June 15, 2021 – PM UpdateThe wildfire had little activity today while firefighters worked to secure the last lines of the fire on the north/northeast section. The fire is currently 74% contained and will produce small amounts of smoke from time to time due to internal smoldering.Fire investigators have found that the origin of the fire began on the side of Cornville Road on national forest land and rapidly grew throughout Sunday, encroaching upon private land.Firefighters will continue to patrol established hand lines and areas of containment, while working to contain the remain portion of the wildfire…
By Ted Grussing… just when you think you have a meaningful conversation going, your friend is triggered and takes off in a huff … you throw up your hands (wings) as if to say “What did I say wrong?” The answer is usually nothing, but it is an excuse for someone to just split and whilst not walking on water, running seems to do the trick, letting you know that you really messed up this time! Looks can be deceiving you know. She seems to have a look on her face that says “you jerk” or perhaps something a little…
Movies are coming to Cottonwood!Sedona Film Festival partners with Old Town Center for the Arts for “Monday Movies on Main” with ‘Johnny Cash: American Rebel’ on Monday, June 21Cottonwood AZ (June 16, 2021) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with Old Town Center for the Arts (OTCA) to bring movies to Cottonwood!“Monday Movies on Main” will return on Monday, June 21, with the Cottonwood premiere of “Johnny Cash: American Rebel” at 7 p.m. at Old Town Center for the Arts. The film festival and OTCA have created a safe environment to enjoy films on the big…
By Ted Grussing… the high today was 105, tomorrow and the rest of the week around 108 … time to chill and since I can’t do it for real I found a photo I took years ago near the tee box for hole number 10. A beautiful little water feature that feeds into the lake and just the right size to dunk in.
Forward progress of fire slowed or stoppedCornville AZ (June 15, 2021) – The Central West Type 3 IMT assumed command of the Cornville Fire Monday evening, which has grown to 1,241 acres just east of the Cornville community and is currently zero percent contained.The wildfire, reported on Sunday at about 12:30 p.m., was mistakenly reported that it originated from a structure on fire on private property. Investigators have found that the origin of the fire actually began on national forest land and rapidly grew throughout Sunday, encroaching upon private land.The fire activity for Monday was minimal and burned away from…
Sedona AZ (June 15, 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. The Comprehensive Plan also contains the goals and policies of the County.If you are not yet familiar with the process for updating the Comprehensive Plan, CLICK HERE for an explanation.
Phoenix AZ (June 15, 2021) – Arizona Registrar of Contractors (AZ ROC) urges homeowners to prepare for monsoon season by educating themselves on how to avoid contracting scams.Wildfire season is already in full swing and Arizona’s monsoon season officially begins today, June 15. Last year’s monsoon season was abnormally dry, but this year the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center is predicting a 40 percent chance of above-average rain.
Cottonwood AZ (June 15, 2021) – It took a village of local Verde Valley volunteers to move the mountain of products gifted to the Verde Historical Society for its annual Antique, Attic, Basement and Garage Sale fundraiser held in the historic Clemenceau Public School Auditorium on June 11-12, to benefit the ongoing operation of the Clemenceau Heritage Museum. Tables were filled with ‘treasures’, kitchen utensils and equipment, arts and crafts supplies, holiday and Christmas items, sporting goods, lamps, pictures, technology equipment, glasses, plates, bowls, platters, books, toys, games, puzzles, jewelry and other items. Folks came from all over the Valley…
Camp Verde AZ (June 15, 2021) – Camp Verde Community Library and Camp Verde Parks & Recreation are partnering to bring a Dino-Encounter to Camp Verde kids and families attending Summer Camp and/or participating in the Library’s 2021 Summer Reading Program. Meet in the Gym/Community Center at 395 S Main Street, Camp Verde AZ at 2:00p on Monday, June 28th for a free summer event that is sure to be a treat.
Clarkdale AZ (June 15, 2021) – On June 11 at 6pm Verde Valley Fire and Cottonwood Fire responded to brush on fire off of Bonnaha Ave. in Clarkdale. On arrival crews found brush burning in a wash with moderate rate of spread and were able to stop forward progress quickly.