Sedona AZ (February 11, 2020) – The Arizona State Legislature announced that Senate Bill (SB) 1554 is assigned to the Senate Commerce Committee and is waiting to be agendized for discussion at an upcoming committee meeting. SB 1554 is pending legislation that considers additional short-term rental management tools for cities and towns. Read this summary of the bill’s current key provisions, which will be updated as the bill moves through the process.
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Sedona AZ (February 11, 2020) – Do you have an interest in weaving, spinning, basket making, dyeing yarns or knitting? If so, come to Monday at the Museum at the Sedona Heritage Museum on Monday, February 24th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and join the members of the Verde Valley Weavers and Spinners Guild while they practice their art and share their love of fiber arts. Come to watch or bring your spinning wheel and yarns and join in the fun. They would be happy to answer any questions. There is no charge for this demonstration.
Sedona AZ (February 11, 2020) – UPDATE – Wanted felon Krista Cline was taken into custody by Kaufman County Texas Sheriff’s Deputies in the late evening hours of February 9th,2020. This arrest is the result of relentless tracking and searching by a Yavapai County Sheriff’s Detective who located Cline in Kaufman County and alerted the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office. This detective has tracked Cline’s movements as she fled across the US to escape her charges.
By Carson RalstonCamp Verde AZ (February 11, 2020) – Join us at 5:30 pm on Thursday, February 27th in the upstairs Fireside Room for Open Mic Night at the library. Come show off your talents, this is your moment to shine! Poetry, Songs, Stories, Comedy, Dance, Lip Sync and Instrument playing… all are welcome. If you are too shy to take a turn behind the mic, we need an audience, just come and enjoy the show!
By Ted GrussingSaturday was a nice day for being up over the Colorado Plateau and the air was as it always is over the plateau … it is kind of a nice feeling not unlike being on a train that has you constantly in motion … and I like it … winds in the mid 20 knot range (about 28 to 30 mph). The terrain that the air flows over gives it it’s character … mountains, ridge-lines and you name it.
Clarkdale AZ (February 10, 2020) – If these walls could talk! Delve into the secret stories of selected artifacts in First Friday – in their own words living history presentation sponsored by the Clarkdale Historical Society and Museum on March 6, 2020 at 10:00 am.However fascinating, an object can provide only a piece of the puzzle that makes up its story. A local Clarkdale Historian will fill in the missing parts that paint the whole picture.
By Craig Swanson Keep Sedona BeautifulSedona AZ (February 10, 2020) – The original proposal for the 282 acre Spring Creek Ranch development on the banks of Spring Creek called for 3,100 housing units: 1900 manufactured home lots, 600 recreational vehicle pads, 400 rental units, and a 200 unit assisted living facility.Facing massive opposition from hundreds of citizens, this proposal was voted down by the Yavapai County Planning and Zoning commission.
By Michael Ryan, Sedona Resident(February 10, 2020)Dark sky generally means fantastic night views of stars, planets, moons, constellations, comets, and whatever wanders through our night sky. It can be breathtaking and great food for the soul. To keep our Dark Sky, it takes a community actively promoting and protecting good policies. The Village of Oak Creek is currently a Certified Dark Sky Community (since 2016). This designation comes from the IDA or the International Dark-Sky Association.
Sedona AZ (February 10, 2020) – The Jewish religion and culture is more than 2,500 years old, yet new ideas and experiences are still being explored by its leaders. Some of the most innovative Jewish thinkers and spiritual guides now present their informative and inspiring ideas in short dynamic talks (of about 15 minutes each) in a new series of videos, called ELI Talks, the Jewish equivalent of TED talks. (Check them out at ELItalks.org.) ELI stands for Engagement, Literacy, and Identity.
Sedona AZ (February 9, 2020) – The Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley is offering a new series: Meditative Mincha Afternoon Circle, open to the community. The first gathering will be on Wednesday afternoon, February 19, from 4:00-4:45 p.m in the synagogue sanctuary. Additional monthly sessions will be scheduled with input from those who come to the first session.
Cottonwood AZ (February 9, 2020) – Cottonwood Contra Dance will be Saturday, Feb. 15th featuring the Flagstaff band, Just Desserts, with calling by Kari Usher. Come to the Clemenceau gymnasium, 1 N. Willard St. in Cottonwood, at 6:30 for the lesson showing basic moves, and then dance until 10PM.You don’t need a partner OR experience—all dances are taught and called. If you can walk, you can contra!
Cottonwood AZ (February 9, 2020) – The next Music in the Stacks, a free monthly concert series, will take place on Thursday, February 13th at 5:30 pm in Camp Verde Community Library’s Terracotta Room. Music in the Stacks is a showcase of local and national musicians who entertain regularly in Northern Arizona. There are 4-6 different performers during the show, with a rotating variety each month.
Cottonwood AZ (February 9, 2020) – Now in its 16th year, Kumu Hula (master teacher) Kehau Chrisman announces her 2020 class schedule in Beginner Hula, Hawaiian `Ukulele, and Hawaiian language. Here’s your opportunity to try something new, exercise and have fun, all while becoming immersed in the culture of Hawai`i.
Sedona Film Festival hosts big-screen debut of new production from London at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (February 7, 2020) – The Sedona International Film Festival presents Ballet in Cinema on Sunday, Feb. 16 when it hosts the big screen premiere of “Coppélia” — a brand new production — from the Royal Ballet in London. There will be one show at 2:00 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre.
Sedona AZ (February 7, 2020) – Wednesday afternoon, February 5, Sedona Fire District was dispatched for an injured hiker near the top of the AB Young trail in Oak Creek Canyon. After arriving on scene SFD rescuers located the injured hiker in extremely rugged terrain. With the low temperatures and darkness approaching, the on scene commander requested a helicopter from DPS to assist with the rescue.DPS helicopter, Ranger 56, out of Flagstaff arrived on scene and coordinated with SFD crews on the ground. Utilizing a Helicopter Rescue Technician (HRT) from Sedona Fire District, preparations were made to extract the patient using a short-haul…