By Amaya Gayle GregoryWhat are we here to learn? Or, are we here to learn anything? There seem to be as many different versions as there are people. Another way to word this is, “What is the meaning of life?”I’ve always gravitated towards to the big mysteries of life locked away just out of sight: free will – am I really a separate self; life’s ultimate meaning – the big why; death and dying – do we really; happiness, self-identity and compassion – seems to be a link.To me, those comprised the top four, or at least they did. Recently…
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By Ted Grussing… late morning we were following a couple of coyotes as they worked their way down one side of a narrow channel at the north end of Lake Pleasant … got some neat shots as they worked their way in and out of the bushes. When we neared the end of the channel, they circled around the back end of it and started up a hill. At that time a Great Blue Heron landed near the shore and began fishing … the sonar showed an abundance of bait fish near the surface so we expected some good shots…
Sedona Film Festival hosts big-screen presentation of art series at Mary D. Fisher theatreSedona AZ (May 7, 2021) – Sedona International Film Festival presents the Exhibition on Screen series with “Sunflowers”. The event will show in Sedona on Tuesday, May 18 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Vincent van Gogh’s Sunflowers are among his most famous works, and are some of the most iconic paintings in the world. In an extraordinary exhibition, the Van Gogh Museum took a new and revealing look at the five publicly-owned versions of sunflowers in a vase. And once again,…
Cottonwood AZ (May 7, 2021) – Verde Valley Fire District with the assistance of Cottonwood Fire and Medical Department, Yavapai County Sheriff, and Native Air responded to the report of a single vehicle accident in the area of Eastern Drive and Stetson Lane. Crews arrived to find the vehicle on its side with two female patients trapped inside.
Phoenix AZ (May 7, 2021) – Attorney General Mark Brnovich wants Arizona consumers to be on the lookout for settlement checks related to the Arizona Attorney General’s Office Consent Agreement with Arizona Public Service (APS).APS is sending refund checks over course of the next few weeks totaling $24 million to approximately (i) 210,000 consumers who were not on their most economical rate plan for electric utility service, and (ii) 15,000 additional consumers impacted by a 2017 letter with a data error. Eligible consumers either will receive a $98 check if they were not on their most economical rate plan or varying restitution if…
CH’ÍHOOTSOOÍ, DINÉTAH, (Window Rock, Navajo Nation) (May 7, 2021) – The massive undertaking of providing food and personal protective equipment (PPE) to over 400,000 tribal members throughout two tribal nations in the past year would not have been accomplished by the Navajo & Hopi Families COVID-19 Relief Fund without the strong spirit of volunteerism.Over 1,300 members of the Navajo and Hopi nations bravely stepped forward amidst the global pandemic with selfless dedication as volunteer distribution team members and seamstresses. “Our relatives were only able to receive the COVID relief they needed throughout the pandemic with the consistent engagement of a solid core…
AZGFD encourages Arizonans to help protect bird species Phoenix AZ (May 7, 2021) – World Migratory Bird Day, a biannual global awareness-raising campaign that highlights the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats, is Saturday, May 8.This year, Arizonans can do their part to help the state’s bird species while having fun.Arizona is home to approximately 550 bird species; about 230 are migratory birds that spend part of their life cycle (breeding, migrating or wintering) in the state. However, recent studies indicate declines in most bird populations, leading to concerns about their future.
Sedona AZ (May 7, 2021) – Twenty-six years ago, eBay and the History Channel launched, Batman Forever was the highest grossing film, OJ was convicted, Jerry Garcia and Selena passed away and Len Ostrom signed up to litter lift a mile with Keep Sedona Beautiful (KSB). Until his retirement in March of this year, Len, who is now 82, diligently kept that same mile free of litter for all those years!Back in 1995, Len and his wife, Olga, had just moved to Sedona and called KSB to inquire about litter lifting volunteer opportunities. “We live in this beautiful environment,” Len…
Phoenix AZ (May 7, 2021) – Robocalls. Scammy text messages. Shady websites.When it comes to doing business with the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division, ignore all unsolicited communications and avoid online search engines. Instead, go straight to the source at AZMVDNow.gov or ServiceArizona.com. These are legitimate MVD websites and the only ones customers should conduct personal MVD business on.
By Ted Grussing… a beautiful fall morning found me coming around the north east corner of the mountain … fall color was approaching the awesome stage and just above the ridgeline about mid way you can see Kendrick Peak wreathed in snow and clouds. The peak upper left corner is Aubineau and just to the right of that is Humphreys Peak. It was a beautiful day to be in the air and alive! Still is 🙂
Christoph Waltz, Vanessa Redgrave and Annette Bening star in film at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (May 5, 2021) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the acclaimed new drama “Georgetown” showing May 14-17 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.“Georgetown” features an award-winning ensemble cast, including Academy Award winners Christoph Waltz (who also directed the film) and Vanessa Redgrave, and Academy Award nominee Annette Bening.
Sedona AZ (May 5, 2021) – The Sedona Heritage Museum announces that they are re-opening several educational and interactive amenities after closure during the COVID pandemic.The popular Kids Korral will reopen, giving children a chance to sit on a saddle, dress up in Old West costumes and engage in some educational activities, including designing their own livestock brand. This area is also a great place for group photos.
Cottonwood AZ (May 5, 2021) – The Verde Valley Humane Society (VVHS) announces the appointment of Cheryl Southall Ross to its Board of Directors.“We are pleased to welcome Cheryl Ross to the VVHS Board of Directors,” said Victoria Bresnan, Board President. “VVHS’s mission is to humanely provide for and protect unwanted, lost and abused animals; and to promote animal welfare through its policies and presence in the community.”
By Dave MyersSedona AZ (May 5, 2021) – Residents of and visitors to the greater Sedona and Verde Valley area are invited to attend a Zoom meeting of the Oak Creek Apples Macintosh User Group (OCAMUG, or OCA, for short). Alan Gore will facilitate a general question-and-answer session. He often covers recent and upcoming trends, as well as bugs and fixes. There is no charge to participate.
By Ted Grussing… shortly after we got shots of the Owls, we continued into the depths of the back bay and came on a small herd of wild donkeys feeding and drinking water from the lake … there are hundreds of wild donkeys in the area around the lake and I have seen and photographed many of them. One donkey stood out from the rest in that he had the most beautiful ears I have ever seen on a donkey … stunning is the word that came to mind when I looked at him. So I spent time to get…