Cottonwood AZ (May 5, 2020) – On May 2, 2020, around 7 PM, deputies were dispatched to the 11400 block of Willow Point Road in Cornville regarding a single vehicle collision. This area is located east of Highway 89 and south of Page Springs on a dirt road. Fire personnel arrived first to find a red Nissan hatchback sedan on its side. The driver succumbed to his injuries and 4 other passengers in the vehicle, ages 14, 16, 18, and 38, all sustained various injuries which were serious but not life threatening.
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By Ted Grussing… every soaring pilots dream is to soar on wave such as formed these standing lenticular clouds that were forming behind the San Francisco Peaks NNW of Flagstaff last Friday. I went to the airport on check on Mariah late afternoon and looked to the NNE and saw these fantastic cloud formations. Forgot to check on the winds aloft when I got home, but they must have been smoking to get these perfectly articulated clouds. I have always enjoyed flying wave and frequently we have good wave conditions up here.
Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act makes grants availablePhoenix AZ (May 4, 2020) – The Arizona Department of Transportation has received a $36.2 million grant award from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration to help rural, tribal and intercity bus operators that have seen drops in ridership and revenues due to the current public health situation.The funds, provided under the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, are available to 22 rural transit providers for operating expenses and other pressing needs.
Call volume is very high; most transactions don’t require office visitsPhoenix AZ (May 2, 2020) – With Motor Vehicle Division offices currently limited to essential services that require in-person visits by appointment, the Arizona Department of Transportation strongly recommends that customers try going online, visiting Authorized Third Party offices or using the U.S. mail before seeking office appointments.Due to the current public health situation, MVD offices cannot accept walk-in customers.
Sunrise Vista Suite is now a Certified Sustainable Business at the Innovator/Silver level from the Sustainability Alliance.Sedona AZ (May 2, 2020) – Sunrise Vista Suite is a rental unit run by Aileen Smart from her home in Clarkdale. She’s also the owner of home-based Smart Window Creations. This means the same structure serves three functions: Two businesses and a personal residence. A very effective use of space!
Sedona AZ (May 1, 2020) – Drivers in Sedona will soon notice temporary modifications to the roundabout at the intersection of State Route 89A and State Route 179.The temporary changes to the Y Roundabout, which will be put in place during the week of May 4, are being made as the Arizona Department of Transportation and city of Sedona work together to enhance safety and improve mobility through this high-traffic area.
Cottonwood AZ (May 1, 2020) – On April 28, 2020, around 10:15 PM, YCSO deputies were dispatched to the 1200 block of S. Verde Drive in Cottonwood regarding an assault involving firearms. The subsequent investigation resulted in the arrest of 21-year-old Michael Crane from Cottonwood for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Disorderly Conduct, Reckless handling/Display of Firearm and Criminal Trespassing. Also arrested was 18-year-old Randee Coats-Marsh from Cottonwood for the same charges except Trespassing. And a third suspect, 19-year-old Joshua Apodaca from Cottonwood, was arrested for Recklessly Damaging Property. All were booked into the Camp Verde Detention Center and…
By Darcy HitchcockCo-Founder, Sustainability AllianceSedona AZ (May 1, 2020) – We’ve all learned a new term: “wet markets,” markets with live animals, often wild animals. These markets, as well as industrial livestock production, are great places to pass on pathogens to people. (Short video; detailed video.) Fortunately, if you eat more plants and less animal products, you’ll not only reduce one of the main vectors for epidemics; you’ll improve your health and immune system. Learn more, including how to grow your own food here.
Members of the Sedona Lodging Council are donating free stays to celebrate “unsung heroes” who served the public throughout the pandemic. Sedona AZ (May 1, 2020) – As the coronavirus crisis has ravaged communities around the world, a great deal of well-deserved praise has been directed toward the healthcare workers and first responders who have braved the front lines to care for patients. In this same spirit of gratitude, the Sedona Lodging Council has chosen to celebrate a less commonly acknowledged group of heroes with close ties to the community: the local retail and grocery store checkers and baggers who…
Prescott AZ (May 1, 2020) – Dennis Garvey published the book, “Sex, Drugs and Growing Old: A Boomer’s Guide to Aging” in 2014, but he’s been helping people unlock and eradicate the limitations of aging on the mind and body for decades.Having practiced what he preached, the longtime dean of Yavapai College Lifelong Learning division is now ready to do precisely what he has told countless others to do when they first retire. Nothing.
By Anne Marie Mackler, Development Director Sedona AZ (May 1, 2020) -Today is the first day of a new month, and there is much to plan and anticipate, with hope and optimism, as we move slowly towards reopening Arizona, Sedona, and your Library. Likewise, it is a great time to review the past month and all the exciting things that April brought our way, even while our doors are closed. We’ve had opportunity for celebration.First, and foremost, last week was National Volunteer Week, and all we can say is THANK YOU! We are truly grateful for our 120 active volunteers who…
By John Roberts(May 1, 2020)The sexual assault charges levied against Joe Biden are being compared to those that were hurled towards Judge Kavanaugh.In the Biden case details in those charges have been revised several times. Not so with Kavanaugh . Independent support in the Kavanaugh case was actually denial and in Bidens case has not yet been made known. The political attacks in the Kavanaugh case were against Kavanaugh while in the Biden case are against the victim. The venues are not the same.
By Ted Grussing… last night I was musing about how all creatures continue to evolve, learn, change and adopt. The Zone Tail hawk is no exception … I got this shot of one this morning thanks to a friend who called and said there was one in the neighborhood … I skipped my espresso, grabbed a camera and headed out the door … what a treat.
By Robert AlbrechtSedona AZ (April 30, 2020) – I know that many of you are missing the shelter, as am I. The best thing we can do for the animals is to stay safe and stay ready. As I mentioned before, we have not yet been hit hard with this pandemic. This gives us an exceedingly small window to act. When the pandemic really hits us, we want to be ready to help the people and the animals in our community. We have purposely not taken in any transfers this month. We are trying to get as many animals into…
Sedona AZ (April 30, 2020) – To continue to limit the spread of COVID-19, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey extended his stay-at-home order for all of Arizona until May 15, 2020. The order says Arizona residents must limit time away from the house except: To conduct or participate in essential activities.For employment, to volunteer or participate in essential functions.To utilize any services or products provided by essential business services.For employment if as a sole proprietor or family owned business, work is conducted in a separate office space from your home and the business is not open to serve the public.