Mudflow that closed SR 188 near Roosevelt Lake shows intensity of runoffPhoenix AZ (July 30, 2020) – The Arizona Department of Transportation is prepared to respond quickly to intense flooding out of areas burned by wildfire, including a mudflow that overwhelmed two culverts and closed State Route 188 early Tuesday near Roosevelt Lake.Because of the extent of the Bush Fire, those using SR 188, along with other highways and roads near burned areas, should be aware of the potential for flooding, debris flows and closures.
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The last day to vote early in-person or vote a replacement ballot is Friday, July 31, 2020By Leslie M. Hoffman, Yavapai County RecorderPrescott AZ (July 30, 2020) – Yavapai County Recorder, Leslie Hoffman would like to announce that the last day to vote early in-person or vote a replacement ballot is Friday, July 31, 2020.Voters may vote early in-person or vote a replacement ballot at the Yavapai County Recorder’s Office 1015 Fair St. Rm 228, Prescott or 10 S. 6th St., Cottonwood Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Proper identification is now required.
By Ted Grussing… there is a small finger of water that goes back into a little valley on the south side of Lake Mary where one of the Osprey nests are. As we slowly entered the far end of the water we saw a great blue heron perched on a rock near the shore and he was highlighted by a shaft of light that was passing through the forest canopy. Eventually we drifted a little too close to him and he flew, but for a good minute we had the opportunity to shoot portraits of this regal creature. We needed…
Sedona Fire District (SFD) lifts fire restrictions previously in effect for all portions of the fire district effective July 28 at 6:00 pm.Sedona AZ (July 29, 2020) – Recent rains along with higher humidity, increased fuel moistures and the forecast for continuing monsoon activity have lowered, but not eliminated fire danger in the fire district. SFD encourages everyone to be responsible when working with or around fire. Residents and visitors are reminded they can be held legally responsible for causing wildfires and are asked to use caution when using equipment or items that can spark a fire. They are also…
Sedona AZ (July 29, 2020) – The city is accepting applications to the 2020 Citizens Academy, where participants will not only receive a holistic understanding of how local government functions but also learn about how the city is tackling big, community topics like affordable housing, sustainability, traffic, land use planning and more. With presentations from City Council and each of the city departments, the academy is a free, nine-session program held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Sept. 16. to Nov. 4 and Thursday, Nov. 5 at City Hall.
By Ted Grussing… there are subscribers to these missives in more than 15 countries and idioms and definitions of words are not uniform across all societies and cultures. So I was surprised when I heard from a friend in Norway that they had mercury lakes … I wrote back that I thought that was awful and wondered if they could clean the lake up or something like that. He replied with a photo of the mercury lake that they had their cabin on … a mercury lake, which to them represents a lake where the waters are so smooth that…
By Robert Albrecht Humane Society of Sedona Sedona AZ (July 28, 2020) – GreaterGood.org is joined by NBC and Telemundo owned stations’ in the “Clear the Shelters” pet adoption campaign to support shelters and rescues across the country by encouraging individuals to donate funds or adopt animals to help animal welfare groups with the most critical needs beginning August 1-31, 2020. The Humane Society of Sedona is proud to be a participant in this “Clear the Shelters” event to be held the month of August 2020 at our shelter in West Sedona. We are teaming up with GreaterGood.org, NBC and Telemundo…
By Ted Grussing… this photo is all about a cute little gal who walks her provider by my home nearly every night … she has a bounce in her step and a zest for the life that she lives every day … and both she and her provider have smiles on their faces.
Do Not Mail your Automatic Ballot-by-Mail after Wednesday, July 29, 2020Prescott AZ (July 27, 2020) – Yavapai County Recorder, Leslie Hoffman would like to announce that the last day to mail your voted ballot through USPS is Wednesday, July 29, 2020. Voters may vote early in-person or vote a replacement ballot through Friday, July 31, 2020 at the Yavapai County Recorder’s Office 1015 Fair St. Rm 228, Prescott or 10 S. 6th St., Cottonwood Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Proper identification is now required.
Prescott AZ (July 27, 2020) – Several days ago, Sheriff Mascher welcomed 3 of our newest Volunteers in Protection (VIPs) to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office. They are (left to right in photo) Peter Tyson, Douglas Seavey, and Mark Miller along with Volunteer Services Coordinator Dennyse Loll and Sheriff Mascher.
Sedona AZ (July 27, 2020) – After taking precautions to ensure the health and safety of city employees and patrons, beginning Monday, July 27, 2020, the Sedona Community Pool will reopen. For two weeks, the pool was closed due to two lifeguards being exposed to someone who had COVID-19. Both lifeguards were tested for COVID-19 and those tests came back negative.As a reminder, the pool has limited capacity for all programs.
Sedona AZ (July 25, 2020) – Mayor Sandy Moriarty and the members of City Council are pleased to announce Kurt Christianson has accepted the position of city attorney. Christianson has worked for the city of Glendale for most of his professional career, first as an assistant city prosecutor and currently as an assistant city attorney. In his role as assistant city attorney he represented a variety of departments, gaining critical experience and expertise in the many areas of municipal law.
By John Roberts, Sedona Resident(July 25, 2020)When Americans are killed, their homes and places of business destroyed, police are physically attacked and injured does it make any difference if the attackers live in America, China, Germany, Russia, etc.?That raises some questions. Such as;Are these a real warfare enemy?
By Darcy Hitchcock Co-Founder, Sustainability AllianceSedona AZ (July 24, 2020) – According to a recent report on the state of the sustainability profession, it’s becoming clear that sustainability acumen is now required for many positions. The top 10 fastest rising skills amongst all LinkedIn users included the Circular Economy, Presentation Skills, Creative Problem Solving, and Corporate Sustainability. Learn more.
By Ted Grussing… in whites and textures found in a single bloom of a white rose. I had planned to send out some beautiful images of dogs I know tonight, but while relaxing before I came back to the office I watched a video of the Piano Guys where they wore white suits and the piano and cello were white also … then I watched another music video that I knew was in white also and decided to continue the string with this white rose that a friend gave to Corky years ago. The friend, Corky and the rose are…