Cottonwood, AZ — Unity of Verde Valley is launching Come‑Unity Workshops, a new Saturdays’ series designed to bring people together for connection, creativity, and conscious living. These gatherings offer low‑cost, accessible workshops for anyone interested in personal growth, wellbeing, and meaningful community engagement. Each month will feature a rotating selection of workshops exploring topics such as modern spirituality, emotional resilience, health and holistic practices, abundance and purpose, peacebuilding, writing circles, and creative expression. Sessions are designed to be grounded, inclusive, and welcoming to people of all backgrounds, including those who are spiritually curious but not drawn to traditional religious settings.…
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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, concerts, 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. All are invited to Erev Shabbat service on Friday, April 3 at 7:00…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory Sedona, AZ — There’s an infinitesimal tipping point, a razor’s edge of sorts, where the individuated mind assumes control, or seems to, but of course, it doesn’t really. It’s that breath where the pause between thoughts, the spaciousness of beingness, is stealthily overwritten by identity. It’s a spellbinding miracle, that nothing creates something out of nothing, or the lived felt sensual appearance of something. How is that possible? Mind blowing doesn’t even come close. This sleight of hand is the reason that we think we are in control, that we are loathe to relinquish the idea…
By David Stephen Sedona, AZ –There is a new [March 21, 2026] report on NBC News, Iran fires missiles at remote U.K.-U.S. base, claiming long-range capabilities it previously denied, stating that, “Iran has fired missiles at the joint U.K.-U.S. Diego Garcia military base in the Indian Ocean, claiming the strike shows it is capable of longer-distance attacks than previously known.” “The distance of the attempted strike could indicate that Iran has capabilities for long-distance attacks that it has previously denied, with the base the same distance from Iran as much of central Europe. It is unclear, however, if the missiles carried a payload or…
VERDE VALLEY, Ariz. – On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for its new, centralized cancer center on the Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC) campus in Cottonwood. The event, made possible by the NAH Office of Philanthropy, welcomed over 200 people from around northern Arizona, and featured a variety of speakers, including Bo Cofield, NAH Chief Operating Officer; Ann Shaw, Mayor of Cottonwood; Doug Von Gausig, former patient of the Cancer Centers of NAH; Deborah Lindquist, MD, NAH medical oncologist and hematologist; and Tarra Young, NAH advanced oncology nurse practitioner. The audience heard impactful stories from…
By David Stephen Sedona, AZ — Problematic technology use is the label for social media, since the term addiction — appropriate for drugs or alcohol — does not apply. But what is the difference in the brain anyway? The brain does not know that some label is different from the other. In the brain, there are electrical and chemical signals responsible, conceptually, for every function. So, drug, alcohol or social media overuse may relay similarly. Then, what does it mean in the brain to doomscroll, like excessive drinking or substance use? How should this be displayed and scored, to taper…
Sedona AZ — If you recently moved to Sedona, you may notice that every four years, residents vote on something called Home Rule. The July 21 vote is simply about who controls Sedona’s city budget. What Is Home Rule? Home Rule allows the City of Sedona to decide how to spend the revenue it already collects to provide city services. Without Home Rule, Sedona would be forced to follow a state spending formula created in 1979. Arizona law requires voters to renew Home Rule every four years. Is Home Rule a Tax Increase? No. Home Rule does not raise or…
By Steve Segner Sedona, AZ — This week, Sedona registered voters received something new: a city-issued questionnaire seeking direct input on the future of the Western Gateway. Each mailing included a QR code linking to a personalized survey. It’s a first for Sedona—and a bold step by the City Council. Rather than relying solely on lengthy public hearings dominated by a few voices, the Council is reaching out to the broader community to ask a simple question: What do you want for this land? The Western Gateway has become the focus of competing visions. • One group supports housing, consistent with Sedona’s Community…
The free, self-guided event invites the public into the private studios of 55 Verde Valley artists. SEDONA, Ariz. – The Sedona Visual Artists’ Coalition (SVAC) is pleased to invite art lovers and curious explorers alike to experience the 23rd Annual Spring Open Studios Tour, taking place over the weekend of April 24–26, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. This free and popular self-guided event offers a rare opportunity to meet 55 working artists across 35 private studios throughout Sedona and the greater Verde Valley. Celebrated as one of the region’s premier art events, the Spring Open Studios Tour allows visitors to engage…
Sedona, AZ — On March 4th, the Sedona Lodging Council, in partnership with Northern Arizona University’s School of Hospitality & Restaurant Management, hosted a dynamic industry Job Fair in Sedona — a one-of-a-kind event designed to spark meaningful career opportunities for aspiring hospitality professionals. The Sedona Lodging Council is a non-profit organization advocating for the benefit of the “traditional” lodging industry of greater Sedona. Coordinated by Cheryl Barron of the Sedona Lodging Council and John Hattab of NAU, this event brought together talented students enrolled in NAU’s renowned hospitality program. The day was packed with insightful experiences, starting with an…
By Tommy Acosta — Sedona, AZ — This one could be worse than the first Cuban Missile Crisis of October, 1962. Russia is about to bring an almost bankrupt country 730,000 barrels of oil. And the United States is saying, no. What happens when the Russians get there? Do they go through with it… or buckle under U.S. pressure? The United States has forbidden Cuba from purchasing oil. Russia is ready to deliver oil to keep that country alive. Meanwhile, we’re saying, no way Cuba—you’re not getting the oil. Screw you! So what will Russia do? Will it cross that…
March’s topic is, ‘Guarding your gut: A guide to preventing colon cancer’ VERDE VALLEY, Ariz. – Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) is pleased to announce March’s ‘Meet Our Experts Live,’ at Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC). Join NAH physician Sharita Nagaraj, MD, as she shares practical strategies to help prevent colon cancer, explains why early detection is so important and outlines the key risk factors associated with the disease. This free event will empower individuals and families with the knowledge they need to make informed health decisions and support loved ones. Location: Conference Room B&C at VVMC – 269 S. Candy Ln.,…
By David Stephen There is a large-scale market for geriatric mental health services — in the United States, and some other OECD countries — for older adults who are living alone. This service could become a startup, to keep hope alive, for Nancy Guthrie. This startup can also be the next step, for her daughter, Savannah, before returning to anchoring on TODAY show, at NBC. March, 2026 There is a recent [March, 2026] report on CNN Business, Savannah Guthrie ‘plans to return’ to the ‘Today’ show, NBC says, stating that, “Savannah Guthrie “plans to return” to the “Today” show at some point, NBC…
After a sold-out debut performance in January, Super Improv! returns to the Mary Fisher Theatre on Wednesday, April 1 at 7:00 p.m. — bringing even more laughter, surprises, and high-energy fun. The inaugural show filled every seat in the theatre, with some guests turned away at the door, and ended with a standing ovation, instantly establishing Super Improv! as Sedona’s newest must-see live comedy experience. The Improv Game Show is BAAAACK! This fast-paced, feel-good night of entertainment blends: Spontaneous improv comedy Playful audience interaction A one-of-a-kind live game show featuring buzzers, lights, and over-the-top characters A signature of Super Improv!…
By Rabbi Alicia 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. All are invited to Erev Shabbat service on Friday, March 27 at 5:30 pm. Join in…