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By Craig Swanson Trustee, Benefactors of Red Rock State ParkSedona AZ (March 18, 2020) – In response to COVID-19, Benefactors of Redrock State Park is moving their outdoor classroom raffle online. Through May 25, Benefactors will be selling raffle tickets at their website www.benefactorsrrsp.org.This raffle will raise funds for building a new outdoor classroom to replace the one that washed away in the flood a year ago. The new classroom, to be built on safe higher ground, will host educational events for all ages, but particularly for young students. The Park’s School Connection Program introduces over 1,500 area students each…

Dwight D’EvelynYavapai County Sheriff’s OfficePublic Affairs Coordinator Prescott AZ (March 18, 2020) – In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, the Sheriff’s Office continues to monitor the latest updates while working diligently to ensure services remain available. Part of this effort includes taking care of our employees by providing guidance and information so they can keep themselves and their families safe. The health of our 1st responders is obviously a priority as they continue to provide essential services throughout this time. Watch for updates on our procedures as Coronavirus protocols develop. Please note to following changes to address these concerns:

Sedona AZ (March 18, 2020) – Out of an abundance of caution, and following the protocols recently announced by the city to protect citizens and staff from the potential spread of COVID-19, beginning Wednesday, March 18, 2020, Sedona Fire District will limit in-person access to fire stations and the administrative office.Citizens and visitors who require medical attention are instructed to call their personal physician or dial 9-1-1 for a dispatcher to direct appropriate care. Please advise them if you have a fever, cough, or other symptoms of a respiratory illness. It is not advisable to seek medical care directly at…

Prescott AZ (March 18, 2020) – Sheila Polk, Yavapai County Attorney, announced the approval today by the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors of the newly developed Criminal Offender Diversion Program. Designed to give low level offenders a second chance while also enhancing the public’s safety, the program is the first of its kind for Yavapai County.“Experts are recognizing that low-level first-time offenders may not be best served by going through our regular court process,” said Polk. “Our program will use the leverage of the criminal justice system to encourage participation in substance abuse and mental health treatment. The incentive for…

Trailhead Tea is now a Certified Sustainable Business at the Conservationist/Bronze level from the Sustainability Alliance.Sedona AZ (March 18, 2020) – Trailhead Tea has an astounding assortment of teas and if you order a cup there, they set a timer to make sure it’s steeped just the perfect amount of time. They apply this same level of attention to energy conservation, turning the heat off at night and using fans to evenly distribute the air around their two-zone system. They buy in bulk and consolidate shipments where possible. Owners Eileen and Dan Durand drive an electric car and power their…

By Dr. Marta Adelsman Life Coach in Communication and Consciousness(March 18, 2020)I have recently walked with a friend through her transition out of this life. If you have never had the opportunity to be with a person in his or her dying process, I highly recommend it. It’s not easy, yet as they exit, dying people give us many gifts. One gift I received, as I spent time with my friend, put me face-to-face with the concept of “dying before we die.” To me, that means to unhook now from attachments to aspects I have equated with this person called Marta: her…

Sedona AZ (March 18, 2020) – UPDATE – Out of respect for the health and safety of their artists and fans, the Sedona Visual Artists’ Coalition has unfortunately made the difficult decision to cancel the Tour in light of the continued spread of COVID-19. SVAC is looking forward to their annual Fall Open Studios Tour, scheduled for the last weekend of October, and will be working earnestly to make it even more attractive with drawings, new artists and a few other surprises.###The Tour allows attendees to visit with artists in their studios, learn about the creative process and purchase unique works of…

By Ted Grussing… a very different view of the Mitten formations in Oak Creek Canyon above uptown and before the canyon turns north. In the upper right quadrant you can see Midgley bridge just below the cloud and of course SR89A runs up and down the canyon on that side of the creek. I am above the clouds over the rim of the Colorado Plateau and you can see the edge of the rim running along the entire lower section of the photo and on the right side of the image just above the edge of the rim you can…

Prescott AZ (March 17, 2020) – On March 11, 2020 at approximately 4:00 PM, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch received a call regarding stranded motorists on Forest Service Road 413, on Mingus Mountain in the Prescott National Forest.  The stranded subjects were traveling back from Jerome to Camp Verde where they were staying. They consulted their GPS for the shortest route and were directed onto Forest Road 413 on Mingus Mountain. The road was in very rough condition due to recent and ongoing heavy rains in the area.  As a result, their 2001 Suzuki Vitara sustained heavy damage to its…

By Darcy HitchcockCo-Founder, Sustainability AllianceSedona AZ (March 17, 2020) – During this pandemic, people are anxiously hoarding things like toilet paper. To prepare for a potential lock-down, you might think about having on stock reasonable quantities of products that can have many uses. Castile soap can wash hands, dishes, laundry and pets. You can use it as an aphid spray and decongestant. Uses and best brands.

Cottonwood AZ (March 17, 2020) – The City of Cottonwood continues to monitor the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and will update our protocols to safeguard residents from the spread of COVID-19.On Wednesday, Mar. 11, Governor Doug Ducey declared a public health emergency in Arizona surrounding increased concerns about Coronavirus (COVID-19). The declaration allows the state to use emergency funding and it also gives state health officials authority to procure needed medical supplies with the expectation of more cases.The City of Cottonwood wants to remind residents that understanding the facts and maintaining good hygiene practices are the best way to…

Sedona AZ (March 17, 2020) – To be proactive and precautionary regarding the potential effects of COVID-19, on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, city of Sedona Mayor Sandy Moriarty declared a state of emergency. This is a routine measure meant to ensure the city can be nimble in the response to COVID-19 and dedicate the resources to take whatever actions are deemed necessary in this rapidly evolving situation. No decisions have been made on business closures but those, and other actions will be discussed in the coming days in these unprecedented times. The city is in frequent contact with Coconino and…

By John Roberts, Sedona Resident(March 17, 2020)Hysterical expressions or pronouncements we read and hear from those locals thinking they are expert in matters such as the Coronavirus issue and 5G /tower electronic messaging reminds me of la la land mentalities.Wouldn’t it be a relief if they would keep silent and not spew the media landscape with nonsense as they do. Instead keep only to real science and facts. Experts do exist for us to listen to and read .I guess those “local experts” need the adoration of being a somebody in Sedona .Silence continues to be golden.

Phoenix AZ (March 17, 2020) – Based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Arizona Department of Health Services, residents needing to conduct business with the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division are encouraged to explore more than 30 available online services instead of office visits.ServiceArizona.com, the state’s official online portal for MVD services, can quickly and easily perform most common vehicle-related transactions, including registration renewals. By setting up an account at AZMVDNow through ServiceArizona.com, users can take learner’s permit tests at home, conduct vehicle title transactions and receive a range of other services.

Two-day festival, originally planned for March 21-22, canceled due to public safetyCamp Verde AZ (March 17, 2020) – Following the White House and CDC recommendations of cancelling all events with 10+ attendees, the Verde Valley Wine Consortium and the Town of Camp Verde has made the decision to cancel their 20th Annual Camp Verde Pecan & Wine Festival, originally scheduled for March 21-22, 2020 in Camp Verde, Arizona.