Sedona News – On April 30, 2025, at approximately 9:49 p.m., Sedona Police officers, supported by deputies from the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, arrested 50-year-old Adam Christopher Sheafe near Gambel Lane following an extensive and exhausting search. Sheafe faces charges including Second Degree Burglary, First Degree Trespassing, Possession of a Stolen Vehicle, Aggravated Assault and Resisting Arrest. Additional charges may be forthcoming. The incident began around 6:22 p.m. when officers responded to a reported burglary at 170 Gambel Ln. in Sedona. The homeowner, who was remotely monitoring the property via surveillance cameras, observed Sheafe in the garage searching through boxes.…
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Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world for a global theatrical event: “Show Me Your Glory” May 13-15 at the Mary D. Fisher and Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatres. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jGM8u8TL2I How do you explain the unexplainable? When does the impossible become possible? Why are some prayers for healing answered and others never are? Through true stories of the supernatural crashing into human suffering, a compelling new documentary arrives in theaters — unlocking the possibility that the impossible still happens in our world. Meet experts who have studied miracles and suffering, discover true stories…
Verde Valley News – Verde Valley Sanctuary (VVS) recently announced its newest leadership team hire as Lindsay Brooks was named the new Finance and Administration Director after her predecessor, Jessica Bryson, left the agency last fall. Brooks spent the last several years working for the Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence (ACESDV) before joining the agency in February. Originally from Prescott Valley, Brooks will manage all aspects of the organization’s financial and administrative operations, and most human resources duties. “We couldn’t be happier to have Lindsay join our team,” VVS Executive Director Jessye Johnson said. “Her background in…
By Rabbi Alicia Magal The Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley, located at 100 Meadowlark Drive off Route 179 in Sedona, is a welcoming, egalitarian, inclusive congregation dedicated to building a link from the past to the future by providing religious, educational, social and cultural experiences. The JCSVV offers soul-enriching services, programs, and classes, all listed on the synagogue website, jcsvv.org. Office telephone: 928 204-1286. Visitors are welcome to attend services after a security check. Those who cannot attend in person can access the service through zoom. Friday evening services, led by Rabbi Alicia Magal, will begin at…
Sedona, AZ — Indivisible and Democratic organizations throughout the Verde Valley stood shoulder to shoulder with working families today joining a statewide show of strength as part of the May Day Strong mobilization. Over 450 concerned community residents gathered to declare that it’s time to put people over profits and take power back from the billionaires who are dismantling our livelihoods. The May Day Strong events, held across the country on International Workers’ Day, highlight the growing movement of people committed to fighting for good jobs, strong affordable health care, and a democracy that works for everyone—not just the ultra-rich. “We’re here to…
By David, S Sedona,, AZ – -If you have a theory of how human consciousness works, you may not need to do experiments to test it initially. You may not need elaborate experiments to test it in the long run, if the theory is robust enough. If your theory is sound, proceed to a treatment home for those living with mental disorders, use your theory to explain the delusions and hallucinations, especially how the components of the brain are causing those to occur. You can use the evidence already established from neuroscience to back up some of the observations. If…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “The Teacher” showing May 9-15 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0rGiVQwnSY In this gripping drama by Oscar nominated and BAFTA winning director Farah Nabulsi (The Present), Palestinian schoolteacher Basem (Saleh Bakri) faces personal turmoil after a tragic incident involving his son. He finds solace in a deep bond with his student Adam and British social worker Lisa (Imogen Poots). Meanwhile, an American attorney and his wife push for the return of their son, an Israeli soldier held by a Palestinian resistance group, leading…
By Bear Howard Sedona, AZ — This is the final Bear Howard for a while. I’m headed up north for the summer. I’ll do a little bit of fishing and thinking. I might do a story now and then, but now that Trump’s first hundred days are over and we know what the next 1,360 days will be like, it’s time to pause and contemplate. We know that Trump 2.0 will be a never-ending story that will challenge even the hardiest amongst us. It’s time to take a mental vacation. And go play. Prelude: This is a hopeful projected vision…
… another day looking through folders and I saw a portion of an image of the cinder fields which I cropped out and it is the image above … loved the line of trees inside the area and the contours of the cinder field just N of Sunset Crater Beauty up close and beauty overall. Below is a photograph I took years ago on a day that it was difficult to get N, but I did. The base of Snow Bowl is 9200′ and the lift takes skiers and visitors to 11,500′ … cloud base looks to be under 10,000′ and it was an…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of Japanese Avant-Garde Pioneers on Saturday, May 10 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9ZDuVLG_no Amidst the profound social change and political turmoil of post-war Japan, a bold generation of avant-garde artists emerged in the 1960s, redefining the boundaries of art through experimental photography, graphic design, underground theatre, performance art and radical Butoh danceforever transforming the global art landscape. A new aesthetic of photography was born: Are, Bure, Boke (rough, dark and out of focus), pioneered by Moriyama Daidō and the Provoke magazine photographers. Araki…
Sedona News – The Community Library Sedona and the Sedona Sister Cities Association are proud to announce a new international partnership with the Canmore Public Library in Alberta, Canada, officially becoming Sister City Libraries. This collaboration is part of the global Sister Cities initiative, which promotes peace, understanding, and collaboration between people of different nations through long-term city partnerships. These relationships encourage cultural, educational, and community development exchanges that foster mutual respect and global learning. “This library-to-library partnership is a unique extension of the Sister City mission, built on shared values of learning and international friendship — values that are…
Camp Verde News – The Town of Camp Verde and the Camp Verde Marshal’s Office is excited to announce its partnership with CityProtect, a dynamic crime mapping tool that helps residents stay informed and engaged in local public safety. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to creating a safer, more connected community. Through this partnership, our agency now provides real-time crime mapping statistics to the public. Residents can view incidents displayed on an interactive map using easy-to-understand icons. Simply click on the “Crime Stats” tab at the link below to start exploring: https://www.campverde.az.gov/departments/marshals-office CityProtect allows users to: •…
Sedona News – Volunteer Sedona & the Verde (VSVV), in collaboration with the city of Sedona Sustainability Department are hosting a free Volunteer Expo on Wednesday, May 14, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Hub at Posse Grounds Park, located at 525-B Posse Grounds Road. The Expo will serve as a valuable opportunity for organizations to connect with locals who are eager to make a difference. The Volunteer Expo aims to: • Promote local nonprofit organizations – the event will showcase over 40 local non-profit organizations seeking individuals for volunteer opportunities. • Facilitate volunteer recruitment – provide direct engagement opportunities for…
Prescott News – The ‘Tis Art Center & Gallery is proud to present “Journeys in Spirit 2025: Traditional and Contemporary Native Art,” a collaborative exhibition with the Museum of Indigenous Peoples. This highly anticipated annual event, which runs from Thursday, May 22 through Tuesday, June 24, will showcase the rich cultural heritage and artistic expressions of Native American communities. Featuring an extraordinary collection of works — including paintings, basketry, jewelry, photography, beadwork and ceramics — the exhibition is free and open to the public. Visitors are also invited to attend an artist reception during Prescott’s 4th Friday Art Walk on…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present Stand-Up Comedy Night live onstage at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Sunday, May 11 at 7 p.m. — a special performance for Mother’s Day. The show will feature headliner Sandra Risser with Floyd Haas opening the evening. SANDRA RISSER Sandra Risser is smart, funny and older than Twinkies. She’s eccentric, not crazy; drives in the fast lane and can still bench press 500 grams. Through self-deprecating stories and one-liners, Sandra builds a bond with the audience. She entertains them with stories about her misspent youth, young adult…