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By Dayv Styve A principal reason that some people continue to downplay AI is because there is no major model from neuroscience on how the human mind works, to compare with how the mind [or whatever is under the hood], for AI, advances. No matter how AI continues to dazzle at the capacity of human intelligence [and sometimes beyond] on several tasks, it is still just statistics to some people and nothing to worry about. The problem with this assumption is that the risks that humanity may face from AI would be soft-pedaled, while its possibilities mount. AI Acceleration There…

 ARIZONA ATTORNEY GENERAL KRIS MAYES ADDRESSES RALLY FOLLOWING THE MARCH Sedona – A peaceful crowd of over 900 locals overwhelmed Uptown Sedona Saturday, April 5th carrying signs and chanting as part of the largest day of nationwide protests since Donald Trump assumed his second term. Participants called on Trump and Elon Musk to keep their “hands off” programs, agencies, and services on which Verde Valley and Arizona residents rely. The Sedona march and rally was one of over 27 that took place throughout Arizona.  Participants came from throughout the Verde Valley. Following the march, AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes addressed the crowd saying,…

Sedona News – Prepare for an extraordinary event in Sedona, Arizona, that transcends the boundaries of conventional wisdom. Wynn Free has spent nearly two decades seeking answers to humanity’s most profound questions through channeling the Council of Elohim—a soul group credited with creating the universe. In this program, based on Free’s book, Wynn Meets God,  you’ll explore their celestial wisdom on life after death, the origin of miracles, the universe’s beginnings, and humanity’s path to transformation. Free shares his experience of direct energetic connections. This is not faith-based or religious. It is an invitation to expand beyond the veil of…

By Amaya Gayle Gregory Let’s just get it over with and flat out admit that life isn’t a bowl of cherries. It is tough and cruel. It strips us of everything, leaving nothing to chance. There’s a reason we are afraid, a reason we don’t trust, a reason we feel the need to be vigilant, a reason we are expecting the next bad thing. One. Always. Shows. Up. Life, while it might be lovely and kind at times, has a wicked streak. Can you honestly say it isn’t so? You want to. You want the truth to be something better.…

… one of the joys in bird photography are the shots of them in flight and viewing all the beautiful positions their bodies and wings take whilst in flight. Above is a Great Blue Heron that has just leapt into flight from a buoy in Lake Pleasant as we passed by the buoy … the detail in the neck feathers is amazing as is the detail in the legs and feet … Below is a photo of a Say’s Phoebe also going into flight … check them out! The GBH takes fish and the Phoebe takes insects … all part of the grand plan.…

Sedona News – The Sedona Women announce their Benefit Wine Tasting Silent Auction on Sunday, April 13 from 2 to 5 pm at the Hub at Posse Grounds, West Sedona. This event is open to the community. Come out for some great wine, good food, live music, and fabulous auction and raffle items. Funds raised will benefit The Sedona Women’s Helen Wolfe Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to Verde Valley women returning to education. Alcantara Vineyards and Winery are the wine sponsors providing the pours for the tasting. Music will be provided by Jared Silverstein. Charcuterie and nibbles and non-alcoholic…

Yavapai County News – MATFORCE, a primary prevention organization focused on stopping youth drug use before it starts, continues to partner with local law enforcement agencies to offer programs and services to properly dispose of medications throughout Yavapai County. Since 2008 over 44,800 pounds of medication have been collected and properly disposed of through Dump the Drugs events and drop box locations throughout Yavapai County. Prescription Drug Take Back events are a convenient way for community members to dispose of expired or unwanted medications. Prescott Valley Police Department is hosting a Dump the Drugs event on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10:00…

By Bear Howard Bear Howard Chronicles Republicans have long championed low taxes, small government, a strong military, and free trade. Remember Ronald Reagan? Well, Donald Trump is delivering exactly what they asked for—but not in the way they imagined. It seems someone handed our former president a history book from the 1800s, back when America was largely agricultural and didn’t require a large standing army. But that world is long gone. Our entry into World War I on the side of the British reshaped the 20th century, eventually setting the stage for World War II through the punitive terms…

Prescott News – The Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center and The Yavapai College Foundation proudly present an inspiring evening about renewing personal connections and mending our divided world. Join us for Building Stronger Communities: An Evening with Naomi Tutu, Thursday night April 10, at 7 p.m. Rev. Tutu’s discussion will explore the concept of Ubuntu, an African philosophy that focuses on personal connections and a broad sense of compassion as a way of building and strengthening communities. Rev. Tutu praises the philosophy of Ubuntu, and its surprising ability to heal societal divisions and empower individuals, as well. “I hope that people would…

Sedona News – The Arts Academy of Sedona (AAS) has announced the next presentation of its Friday Night at the Theater program (presented on the third Friday of every month)  at its NEW theatre space at the New Room (Sedona United Methodist Church) (110 Indian Cliffs Rd, Sedona, AZ 86336). In recognition of “Poetry Month,” on April 18th from 7-8:30 pm, this cabaret-style event—titled “All things speak of Poetry”—will feature music, dance, recitation, and drama from a variety of local performers, including musicians, singers, dancers, poets, and spoken-word artists. The cast includes: Chantal Harte and Jashan Blackwell—The Traveling Troubadours, Shelly and Woody Haiken, Joan Westmoreland, Sunday Larson, Melinda…

By Charlene. Roth Sedona, AZ — There’s something special about building a business right where you live. It’s more than just launching a brand—it’s staking your claim, putting your name on something, and hoping it resonates with the people you pass at the grocery store. Starting a business in your own community is deeply personal, but that also means it comes with extra pressure. You’re not just trying to make money—you’re trying to do it in front of your neighbors, your family, and your old high school teachers. It’s a big swing, but when you do it right, it’s also…

Sedona, AZ — In a time when the world is calling for more intentionality, how and where we spend our money matters more than ever. In Sedona—a town known for its sacred energy and spiritual roots—supporting local and spiritual businesses is more than a transaction; it’s a contribution to a collective awakening and a commitment to nurturing the very culture that draws seekers, creatives, and healers from all over the globe. This isn’t just economics—it’s energetic reciprocity. And it’s how we begin to build a conscious economy together. Why Conscious Spending Matters When you buy from a local artisan, receive…

Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of “Janis Ian: Breaking Silence” showing April 11-17 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. In 1965, Janis Ian — a 14-year-old singer-songwriter from New Jersey — wrote “Society’s Child” about an interracial relationship. Recorded and released a year later, the song launched Ian’s career, but its subject matter ignited controversy, even resulting in death threats. The fallout plunged Ian into an emotional tailspin–and yet a few years later she emerged from the ashes with an even bigger hit, “At Seventeen.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYOz2b_iLxw Over six decades, Janis…

Verde Valley News – The Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery invites you to join us April 10 for the Spring Student Art Exhibition at Yavapai College’s Verde Valley Campus. This group exhibition includes student creations from a variety of disciplines, including Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, and Jewelry. An Opening Reception will be held Thursday, April 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. It is open to the public, with complimentary small bites and wine available for purchase from the Southwest Wine Center. The exhibition runs through Thursday, May 8. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of our students, instructors and the arts! YC’s Verde Campus Student…

Arizona News – The Arizona Department of Transportation is set to start work this month on an Interstate 17 project to construct an overpass crossing for wildlife south of Flagstaff. The project, funded through a federal grant, is an effort to improve wildlife habitat connections while reducing the risk of crashes involving animals, especially elk and deer. ADOT is partnering with the Arizona Game and Fish Department on the $15.8 million wildlife overpass project, 12 miles south of Flagstaff, which also will install 8-foot-tall wildlife fencing along more than 8 miles of the interstate. This stretch currently has no bridges…