Sedona AZ (September 15, 2018) – Last night fire managers began burnout operations along the forest roads north of the Platypus and Rhino Fires with the intent to help contain the northern spread of the wildfires.With these burnout operations comes an increase in smoke production. “Our plan is to conduct burnout operation at night to minimize fire intensity and decrease the time smoke has to settle into low lying areas” said Incident Commander trainee Brian Blanchard.
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Cottonwood AZ (September 15, 2018) – Verde Valley Fire District (VVFD) responded to a single car rollover accident on Bill Grey Road. The MVA occurred on Friday, September 14th at approximately 4:30 PM. There were four occupants, two adults and two children. All of the people inside of the vehicle were able to self-extricate.One child was transported to VVMC by ground while the other members were unhurt and signed patient refusals.
Oscar-winner Julianne Moore and Oscar-nominee Ken Watanabe star in new filmSedona AZ (September 15, 2018) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the acclaimed new film “Bel Canto” Sept. 21-27 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.“Bel Canto” stars Academy Award-winner Julianne Moore and Oscar-nominee Ken Watanabe. It features vocals by international opera star Renée Fleming.
Sedona AZ (September 15, 2018) – Fall is on its way, and it’s time to celebrate the changing seasons at Slide Rock State Park! Join us for the 11th annual Fall Festival on September 29, 2018. Juicy apples, colored leaves, and cooler temperatures will have the whole family enjoying the transition to autumn!
Sedona AZ (September 15, 2018) – Sedona–It’s easy to judge a book by its cover. But what if you could “borrow” it and sit down and talk with the subject about aging, near death experiences, communicating with extraterrestrials, being illegally healed, and more.You can do just that on Sunday, Sept. 23, during the second Sedona Human Library™ event, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m. at the Sedona Public Library. Attendees may select from up to eight 45-minute sessions available for you to ‘Read’ a Human Book. Choose a live Human Book that you may be unaware…
Sedona AZ (September 15, 2018) – “Thoughts are Things: The Inner Life and Outer World” is the subject of the League of Women Voters Greater Verde Valley Philosophy and Politics program on Thursday, October 3, 6PM-7:30PM at Yavapai College, Room 34, 4215 Arts Village Drive, Sedona . The program is a partnership with OLLI and is free and open to the public.
Life of original Saturday Night Live cast member Gilda Radner debuts on screenSedona AZ (September 14, 2018) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the new documentary “Love, Gilda” — featuring an all-star cast — Sept. 21-27 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.Life is short, but funny is forever.
Sedona AZ (September 14, 2018) – The Platypus and Rhino wildfires have experienced an increase in fire activity with the weather drying out and hotter temperatures returning in northern Arizona’s Red Rock Secret Mountain Wilderness.The two fires are burning in hazardous and rugged terrain in the wilderness north of Sedona and are predicted to merge this week.Fire managers will conduct burnout operations to minimize fire progression to the north and also prevent fire spread to the east into Bear Sign Canyon.
Sedona AZ (September 14, 2018) – Please join us for a most interest presentation and discussion at the Yavapai College Sedona Center room 34 on Sept 20th at 5:30pm. This event is sponsored by OLLI – the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (part of Yavapai College).Here in Sedona, where we have UFO sightseeing tours, the topic of extraterrestrials is perhaps not as strange is it might be elsewhere. We are also blessed with vortexes and a variety of spiritually based experiences on offer. But, what is the connection, if any, between the two? And are UFO’s just a figment of the tour…
By Robyn Prud’homme-BauerVice President, LWV Greater Verde ValleySedona AZ (September 14, 2018) – In preparation for the upcoming November 6 general election, the League of Women Voters Greater Verde Valley is hosting the following candidate forums. Yavapai College Board of Governors – District 3 Candidate Forum will be held on September 24 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Cottonwood Recreation Center, 150 So. 6th Street, Cottonwood.Camp Verde Mayor Run-off Forum will be held on September 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Camp Verde Community Library, Fireside Room, 130 Black Bridge Rd., Camp Verde
By John Tamiazzo, PhD (September 14, 2018)Endorphins are among the brain chemicals known as neurotransmitters. They are found in various parts of the brain, the pituitary gland and the spinal cord, but their release is primarily through the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland is a pea-sized structure located at the base of the brain, just below the hypothalamus and attached to it by nerve fibers. Because of the brain’s remarkable design and miraculous inner workings, the hypothalamus brilliantly controls the pituitary glands activity. In 1977 Roger Guillemin and Andrew W. Schally won a Noble prize for their amazing research and…
Sedona AZ (September 14, 2018) – Sedona Public Library is pleased to partner with the Sedona International City of Peace and Rotary Club of Sedona for the second Sedona Human Library™ event, on Sunday, September 23rd, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Library on White Bear Road.The event is part of the Human Library project (www.humanlibrary.org), an international effort that is now local. This global movement for social change has the potential to alter our hearts and minds as to how we regard those in our community who struggle with all kinds of societal judgments…
By Ted Grussing… this Great Blue Heron rolls into a position where his wings are giving him full flaps and also very effective air brakes, he is also positioned for his long legs to give him excellent shock absorbers as he touches down the joints in the legs fold so as to allow the body to come forward and the feet to lock on to the ground … maybe a small bounce and quick step or two. Anyhow, I like it and hope you do too.
Sedona AZ (September 13, 2018) – The music of The Eagles is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Join the finest Eagles tribute band — The Long Run — for a special tribute to the music of one of the most beloved classic bands ever to grace the stage. The Long Run will bring their tribute to the music of The Eagles to the “Rhythm at the Ranch” event on Saturday, Sept. 22, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. This special fundraising event will include an outdoor concert on the lawn of the Indian Creek…
By Carson RastonCamp Verde AZ (September 13, 2018) – Join us on the 4th Friday of every month at 12:30 pm in the Copper Room at Camp Verde Community Library for a Caregiver Support Group by NACOG Area Agency on Aging. Come learn about more resources and find peer support from other caregivers. Free and open to the public. For more information on Aging Services, contact NACOG Area Agency on Aging at 1-877-521-3500.Camp Verde Community Library is located at 130 Black Bridge Rd. Camp Verde, AZ. For more information about this or any other program in the library call (928) 554-8391.