By Adele O’Connor-VernierDirector of Marketing & Public RelationsHumane Society of SedonaSedona AZ (April 30, 2016) – As a Humane Society of Sedona volunteer you can make a world of difference for the animals in our care. Volunteers are the heart of our organization and a key reason why we are able to save so many lives. Our volunteers donate their time to provide our rescued animals with lots of love and bring a healthy daily routine to their lives. Volunteers are absolutely critical for the success of our shelter. Come join our great team of volunteers. There are so many ways…
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Award-winning, critically-acclaimed films premiere at Mary D. Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (April 30, 2016) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premieres of “Miles Ahead” (starring Don Cheadle and Ewan McGregor) and “Louder Than Bombs” (starring Isabelle Huppert, Gabriel Byrne, Jesse Eisenberg, Amy Ryan and David Strathairn) showing May 6-11 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.
Camp Verde AZ (April 30, 2016) – The Camp Verde Chamber of Commerce will host a presentation on accessing Fossil Creek by the Coconino Red Rock District, during their meeting on Thursday May 5th at 8:30am, located at Denny’s on 260.The presentation, presented by Francisca Andrian, from the Coconino Red Rock District Ranger office, will discuss how to visit and access Fossil Creek for the 2016 Summer season.
Sedona AZ (April 30, 2016) – In an effort to maintain safe, public sidewalks that are ADA compliant, Precision Concrete Cutting (PCC) will repair uneven or raised sidewalk panels in Sedona. The work began last week and will continue into May 2016.
By Ted Grussing… that is what this male redwing blackbird seems to be saying as he competes with two other males also singing their hearts out this afternoon, joyfully informing the world (and the female redwing blackbirds in the area) that he is available and probably the best choice they can make. Their songs were beautiful and given the large flocks of redwing blackbirds you see in the fall, they are probably pretty successful … and they are very handsome creatures.
Cottonwood AZ (April 29, 2016) – On April 26 at 10:50 a.m. the Verde Valley Fire District Board of Directors unanimously adopted a resolution consolidating Clarkdale Fire District and Verde Valley Fire District effective July 1, 2016.The two districts have been discussing sharing services, in some form, since May 2015. Board discussions and staff research led the boards to the conclusion that a consolidation would be beneficial to the citizens they serve by enhancing efficiency and service while eliminating duplicated costs.
Film Festival partners with Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley for special encore Sedona AZ (April 29, 2016) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to partner with the Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley to present the encore of the award-winning film “Reparation” showing Thursday, May 12 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. The premiere is one of the kick-off events of Mental Health Month.“Reparation” won the Audience Choice Award for Best Feature Drama at the recent Sedona International Film Festival. It played to sold-out shows and rave reviews and is returning by popular demand…
Information and Perspective by Warren Woodward(April 29, 2016)Some time ago CenturyLink asked the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) to add more money to customers’ bills for “facility relocation.” Facility relocation was not explained. At an 800# provided by CenturyLink for an explanation, no one there had any idea what the issue even was. In typical CenturyLink fashion, customers were abused. I was laughed at and hung up on. But as usual, the ACC is poised to give another corporation it supposedly regulates whatever that corporation wants. And, as usual, the slack ACC staff has not done their homework. Read More→
Sedona AZ (April 29, 2016) – Mike Yarbrough, Executive Vice President of Keep Sedona Beautiful, was presented with The Initiative Award by the City of Sedona at their Volunteer Appreciation Lunch on April 21. This award recognizes “the volunteer who takes initiative and runs with it.” Mike proactively requested that the city form a Citizen’s Engagement Group to analyze airport noise, and propose recommendations. Mike was recognized for working diligently and respectfully to make progress on noise and airport issues.
Sedona AZ (April 29, 2016) – The city of Sedona’s Community Development Department building welcomes spring inside with Therese Black’s photography exhibit, “Spring Blossoms,” currently on display.The exhibit features bold flowers that catch the eye and were captured in many locations in the Verde Valley, from parks to private gardens. Something that is very important to Black is world peace, which she uses her photos to promote. “My art is a meditation and a path to a state of peace,” said Black.
By Ted Grussing… and here is the iris I mentioned last night … a little out of the natural context, but that works too. It opened today and is beautiful and like all iris’ will be an explosion of color and textural beauty for a few days and then fade, life purpose having been accomplished.
Production from Canada’s renowned festival makes big-screen debut at Mary D. Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (April 28, 2016) – The Stratford Festival’s renowned new production of “The Adventures of Pericles” makes its Sedona big-screen debut on Sunday, May 8. The Sedona International Film Festival hosts the high-definition premiere from its home in Canada’s prestigious festival. There will be one show at 3 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre.A storm at sea brings love into the life of Pericles, Prince of Tyre, and another snatches it away. This magical production of Shakespeare’s epic tale, brought to the screen by the…
Sedona AZ (April 28, 2016) – What is a museum? There are probably as many answers as the number of people asked. One definition comes from the ancient Greek word “mouseion” meaning a temple dedicated to the nine Muses, goddesses of inspiration.Traditionally museums served as repositories of cultural objects that the viewer went to “see”. Today, visitors want more from museums — they want to understand their world through imaginative storytelling . Art can create that emotional connection.
By Nazih M. Hazime Fire Chief Verde Valley Fire DistrictCottonwood AZ (April 28, 2016) – At the Fire Board of Directors meeting on April 26th, two Verde Valley Fire District Firefighters were recognized for their recent promotions. Both Joseph Loehr and Ethan Wright were Reserves for VVFD before receiving promotions. Both firefighters are hard workers dedicated to professionalism and are proud to be part of the VVFD team.
Verde Valley AZ (April 28, 2016) – On April 19, 2016, Sheriff Mascher was honored to receive a $6800 check from the State Farm Insurance Company to aid YCSO’s driver’s safety education programs. The check was presented by State Farm Agent Penny Hubble from the Chino Valley Office.The monies received will be used in the purchase of equipment and software necessary to produce educational video segments on topics of driver safety with a focus on teenaged drivers. This basic curriculum is already in place as part of YCSO’s Right-by-Kids program featuring its mascot, Deputy Do-Right.