Sedona AZ (June 7, 2019) – The Central Arizona Dental Society will host its inaugural AZ MOM North event on June 7 and 8 to help locals in need. More than 125 volunteer dentists, hygienists, lab technicians and assistants will provide free care to approximately 1,000 people over two days.The dental professionals – the majority of which are from northern Arizona – will utilize 50 state-of the-art dental chairs at the Rolle Activity Center on the NAU Campus to focus on relieving pain and infection. Dental services such as fillings, extractions, cleanings, as well as limited lab work including dentures – but no flippers…
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By Cheryl L. Yeatts, Manager of Sedona Public Library in the VillageSedona AZ (June 7, 2019) – One afternoon when I was working at the Village library, a resident came in to sign up for a library card. Being new to the area, she inquired about the best place to meet people. Without hesitation, I recommended the Library.In my opinion, the best way to meet new people at the Library is to get involved. Whether you are new to the community or have been a resident for some time, consider volunteering at the Library or at the Friends of the Sedona…
By Ted Grussing… I had a fabulous flight this morning even though the air quality was more than suspect. The Coldwater Fire was started by lightning on May 30th and the USFS is conducting burnouts to stop the spread. Not sure if they are managing the fire which means they are expanding the size of the fire or if they are simply suppressing the fire which is more than likely what they are doing with this one. The fire is located NE of Flagstaff and east of Sunset Crater. In any event the smoke comes SW in the evening and morning…
Sedona AZ (June 6, 2019) – We are rapidly approaching wildfire season in Northern Arizona. Given the serious fire seasons that Arizona, and other parts of the Southwest have experienced in recent years, Sedona Fire District offers an important reminder about evacuation levels.The “Ready, Set, Go” system is used to notify communities that they are facing a threat and is used for floods, fires and other hazards.
Sedona AZ (June 6, 2019) – Over 30 caring community members “lashed out” against domestic violence on April 27th at the Sedona United Methodist Church to support clients of Verde Valley Sanctuary who are survivors of domestic abuse. The Lash Out Against Domestic Violence event was spearheaded by Andrea Kadar, Corina Taylor, Kaitlynn Schabatka and Barbara Quayle. They held a brunch at the United Methodist Church with a presentation by Jennifer Perry, Development Director of the Verde Valley Sanctuary. The event was free of charge to attendees and guests had the opportunity to purchase discounted Mary Kay Products to stock…
Sedona AZ (June 6, 2019) – June brings the return of two great bands back to the Sound Bites Grill stage. The weekend of June 7th and 8th brings, the Chilly Lopez Blues Band, (blues, soul music and vocals) and Summa Totius (Latin flamenco groove) back to Sound Bites Grill.. Friday June 7th, 7pm The Chilly Lopez Band takes the stage and Saturday Night at 7pm Latin Flamenco soft rock band Summa Totius, lights up the evening.
By Ted Grussing… from Russia with love comes this beautiful black chow named Shine. I truly enjoy doing portraiture of animals whether domestic or wild … and to be honest I do not know which is easier to do. After a few minutes of trying to get the proper chow poses, Shine just took off and ripped around the yard and his brudder, a bichon was chasing him too … all in all I got a lot of fun action shots of the guys tearing around the yard. Shine, did come from Russia and is a very beautiful creature. So, I got…
Clints Well AZ (June 5, 2019) – Fire managers on the Mogollon Rim Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest have determined a lightning-caused fire that began May 30 is ideal for managing and will allow the fire to fulfill its natural role and consume forest debris.The 2,273-acre Coldwater Fire is approximately 4 miles south of Clints Well, burning in an area consisting of dead and down pine and mixed conifer. Firefighters conducted burnout operations Monday to secure boundaries of the fire, and additional burnout operations are planned throughout the week along Forest Road 141, heading east, southeast. This will…
Clarkdale AZ (June 5, 2019) – Yavapai College leadership and elected officials of the Verde Valley met over lunch on Tuesday at the Yavapai College Sedona Center to discuss the construction of a new skilled trades center in the Verde Valley.These preliminary discussions were led by Yavapai College President Dr. Lisa Rhine and her executive leadership team. A number of elected officials were in attendance, including representatives from Camp Verde, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Sedona, and Yavapai Apache Nation.
By Dr. Marta Adelsman Life Coach in Communication and Consciousness(June 5, 2019)My muscles clenched in fight mode as I glanced over at my husband, Steve, sitting in the driver’s seat. We had begun a drive north to Flagstaff, and I could feel the burning hot anger as it coursed through my insides. I felt shocked at how our seemingly innocent conversation, with lightning speed, had flared into a full-blown argument. While I wanted to spew hot-lava words, I knew from past experience they would escalate the disagreement. Steve and I would both end up feeling miserable.
Sedona AZ (June 4, 2019) – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises motorists who use State Route 179 between Sedona and Interstate 17, through the Village of Oak Creek, to plan for alternating lane closures and delays in both directions starting Monday, June 17, for lane striping.Nightly lane restrictions will be in place Sundays through Thursdays, from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., for approximately two weeks.
By Ted Grussing… there are few things that can bring a smile to my face more than watching the squirrels in our neighborhood as they bounce their way across the grass … I caught this one in mid flight as the back feet have just left the ground and the front are reaching for the next landing spot. Summer is coming and the squirrels will be out and about. Towards fall they will begin to bury acorns and such … they do not always remember where they buried them and the lost treasures will eventually grow new trees … all part…
Rimrock AZ (June 4, 2019) – YCSO deputies had a busy Sunday, June 2, 2019, with a major incident involving a suicidal subject presenting serious threat to themselves, family, and the surrounding community. The incident was eventually resolved without a shot fired or serious confrontation due to ongoing negotiations while assisting personnel deployed to protect the surrounding neighborhood.
Camp Verde AZ (June 4, 2019) – The next Music in the Stacks, a free monthly concert series, will take place on Thursday, June 13th at 5:30 pm in Camp Verde Community Library’s Fireside 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.
… a nice quiet day today with some work on photos, stones, and study of various tech things I have an interest in … end of day, One and I spent an hour or so relaxing on the deck; at least that is where I was, One was in hiding in a bush waiting for prey to come her way. In fact towards the end of our outing some quail made their way towards us. I could see One going into a crouch position and begin to slowly move towards the quail. She was very patient and seeing a confrontation…