Cottonwood AZ (May 8, 2020) – On May 6, 2020 at approximately 7:22 AM, Cottonwood Officers responded to the 1400 block of E. Birch Street, Cottonwood AZ for the report of a male subject who had been observed demonstrating erratic behavior and threatening others with physical violence. Citizens in the area advised officers that this subject’s erratic behaviors have been escalating over the last few weeks. Officers identified this subject as Cottonwood resident, 57-year-old Jeffrey John Thomas. Due to Jeffery Thomas’ erratic and unusual behavior Mobile Behavioral Crisis Team was called to assist with a mental health evaluation.
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By Virginia Volkman, DirectorSedona AZ (May 8, 2020) – With Mother’s Day on their minds, Sedona Library Board members shared stories about their mothers for a column in 2014. A common theme emerged: how all were first introduced to their local libraries thanks to their mothers. We’re sharing two of the stories again – one from New York City and one from a very small town in upstate New York. Despite coming from diverse backgrounds, these individuals share similar childhood experiences at their libraries that are cherished memories.
Sedona AZ (May 8, 2020) – The Sedona International City of Peace (SICOP) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to the Board. Each new member will serve a two-year term.The new board members come from a diversity of backgrounds. They are:
By Ted Grussing… it was one of those kind of days … by 9AM all plans for the day were out the window and new ones made … and changed as the day progressed. It was an interesting day and the finest unplanned events were whilst out on the deck this afternoon, One curled up on my lap and we took a nice nap with breezes keeping us cool … ditto this evening while trying to work on some photos. Absolutely no way that you can decline love offered like that, especially when she curls up into a tight ball…
Prescott AZ (May 7, 2020) – Sheila Polk, Yavapai County Attorney, has announced the winners of the annual outstanding employee awards. “All of the employees in this office are top-notch, making these annual selections a very rewarding but tough process,” said Polk. “This past year, our office handled some horrific crimes. Yavapai County is truly fortunate to have so many dedicated folks working hard to keep our communities safe.”The following awards were presented to County Attorney employees.
Interviews with Community Leaders Available on OLLI’s YouTube ChannelSedona AZ (May 7, 2020) – Sedona residents obeying stay-at-home policies may wonder what’s going on around the community–at places like City Hall, the hospital, the school district, the foodbank, philanthropic organizations, local businesses, Yavapai College, caregivers to homebound elders, the newspaper, and the police department.That curiosity now can be satisfied via a series of Zoom conversations recorded by Paul Friedman and Linda Shook of OLLI (the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute). They asked a dozen local leaders how their organizations are helping Sedona residents cope with the consequences of this pandemic.
Clarkdale AZ (May 7, 2020) – On Tuesday May 5th, at approximately 4:00, the Verde Valley Fire District responded to a Wildland assignment in Clarkdale behind the CTI facility.VVFD was dispatched to multiple reports of a brush fire with smoke visible in the Gulch area. On arrival crews found a brush fire by the railroad tracks moving slowly towards the West. Crews had to hike in to the fire approximately 500 yards due to no roads in the area. The fire was contained to approximately a ¼ acre with no structures threatened. The cause of the fire is undetermined at…
Jerome AZ (May 7, 2020) – For the first time in 55 years, Jerome will not be having The Annual Historic Home and Building Tour due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. This is the longest running home tour in the state of Arizona, and draws approximately 1500 people in two days for the wonderful celebration of historic and unique homes in the mile-high town. This tour is the major fundraiser for the Jerome Chamber of Commerce.
Sedona AZ (May 7, 2020) – The Sedona Historical Society is asking residents to share their COVID-19 experiences for posterity. The Society would like to capture some of the stories about how you are coping with the COVID-19 virus restrictions and risks. They plan to preserve these stories for the future as part of their permanent collection and possibly a future exhibit.What has your experience been like? Do you have a funny, sad, poignant, uplifting story? What’s different, or the same? Share your stories about how you’re staying in touch, coping with kids at home, learning a new skill, etc.…
Sedona AZ (May 7, 2020) – Sedona Fire District (SFD) is hosting the 18th Annual Firewise Clean-up event, May 15th through the 17th. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are some changes for this year’s event. “This year, firefighters will not be available to help unload the vegetation and move it into the dumpsters,” said Sedona Fire Marshal Jon Davis. “But we hope to be back to normal operations for next year”, he explained. The Firewise Clean-up provides an opportunity for Sedona residents to clear unwanted vegetation from around their homes in preparation for the fire season.
Nearly 2,000 Arizona Nonprofit Employees Have Been Laid Off or Furloughed; PPP Loan Requests Totaled $37.7 Million in Relief FundingPhoenix AZ (May 7, 2020) – Nonprofits across Arizona are reeling from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in real numbers, according to a survey by the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits. This week, the Alliance received 306 responses to its updated Covid-19 Nonprofit Impact Pulse Survey and is reporting 98% of responding organizations have been significantly impacted by the pandemic. Of those impacted, 86% reported decreased revenue totaling and 76% indicate a disruption of services to clients and communities.
Phoenix AZ (May 7, 2020) – Thanks to the generosity of foundation and corporate partners, families, and individual donors, the Arizona COVID-19 Community Response Fund and affiliate relief funds at the Arizona Community Foundation have grown to over $7.9 million in just over a month.
By Ted Grussing… I’m not sure if it is the stay at home thing or that he seemed to be overseeing three hens and 30 some young wood ducks, but this guy seemingly lost it … mom and four of her ten kids were heading out. Maybe she told him that it was one of the other drake wood ducks that was responsible for the large family. Smiles!
By Tommy AcostaSedona AZ (May 6, 2020) – Damned if you do and damned if you don’t. That’s basically it, in bringing tourism back to Sedona.With a shortfall of $10 million dollars in revenue that the city is forecast to suffer, Sedona will find itself in desperate need of tax dollars if the management and infrastructure of the city is to be maintained.Tourists can solve that problem. And we all know this is the truth.Businesses, hotels and restaurants produce the tax dollars the city needs. Only tourism can get the businesses going again. This is an undisputable fact, like it…
By Craig SwansonTrustee, Benefactors of Red Rock State ParkSedona AZ (May 6, 2020) – Benefactors of Red Rock State Park is continuing to hold their outdoor classroom raffle online. Through May 25, Benefactors is offering raffle tickets at their website www.benefactorsrrsp.org.This raffle is raising funds to build a new outdoor classroom to replace the one that washed away in a flood a year ago. To be built on safe higher ground, the new classroom will be used by all ages, but particularly elementary students. Red Rock State Park’s School Connection Program hosts over 1,500 area students each year, introducing them to…