By Ted Grussing… that photos that are out of focus could be saved … but they cannot be saved and that is where the delete key comes in. Eric invited me to shoot some Hummers this evening and I got there a little early for the strobe setup he had, but still got a couple of shots that I saved. The photo that is going out tonight is already history and consists of scattered bits residing somewhere in space. Every time I looked at this shot I kept hoping some miracle would occur and I would have one of those…
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Come to Old Town Cottonwood on Saturday August 8 from 6-9pm for a mega-artist stroll about the town.Cottonwood AZ (August 4, 2015) – Elevating the offerings of the Art Walk are three larger multi-artist shows to enjoy. Starting at N Main Street and 4th Street, “Summertime at The Manheim Gallery” presented by a selection of the Made in Clarkdale artists continues. Come enjoy jewelry, ceramics, flat art and more by artists Edward Krish, Mary Liggit, Marsha Foutz, Bear Schutz, Tyler Novak, Barbara Pierre, Emily M. Miller, Ramona Stites, Ben Roti, Tom Schumacher and Kaayla Fox.
Yavapai Food Council’s nonprofit Bountiful Kitchen scheduled to open in Sedona by 2015-year end. Sedona AZ (August 4, 2015) – The hunger epidemic in Arizona continues to cripple over 2 million working poor residents who live at or below the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Arizona is ranked number 8 nationally for food insecurity and has the third highest child hunger rate nationwide. Yavapai County continues to lead the state with 1 out of 3 kids food insecure.Cornucopia Community Advocates study 2013 study, Access to School Meals in Yavapai County, reported that 21 out of 29 (72%) of Yavapai County charter schools…
Cottonwood AZ (August 4, 2015) – Fifty-four teachers and three principals recently received training on the ‘Good Behavior Game.’The Good Behavior Game program is a proven approach to managing classroom behaviors that rewards children for displaying appropriate, on-task behaviors. It is designed for kindergarten through fourth grade students. MATFORCE and the Arizona Community Foundation helped sponsor the training, which was held in both Prescott and Cottonwood.
Sedona AZ (August 4, 2015) – The City of Sedona is currently seeking to fill three positions on the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Planning and Zoning Commission is one of three City Commissions and Boards required by the State of Arizona. This voluntary body is made up of seven citizens appointed by City Council.
By Ted Grussing… to have a dumb day … to be excited about wringing the neck of whoever it is that created a Netflix series you can’t wait to not watch again, because that is the day I had today and the wrap of the day is underway … soon sleep and the day is over.
By Zach RichardsonSedona AZ (August 3, 2015) – We live in a great community with great people. So why does it appear the Red Rock News is on a mission to destroy Sedona’s great school district?The paper seems to continually make factless accusations with twisted reporting of school district events and issues which have demoralized our school staff, hindered teacher recruiting and retention, scared away existing and potential students and falsely swayed community opinion to question the dedicated-hard work of Sedona’s schools staff. The newspaper seems to have become a major negative influence on our school district that diminishes morale, erodes community financial…
Sedona AZ (August 2, 2015) – Hello! We are Freckles and Rocky. We are new tenants at the Humane Society of Sedona. We once lived on a ranch together and although our chances are slim to be adopted together . . . that would be our greatest wish! We love each other immensely!Let me tell you about me! I am Freckles and I am a 2 year old German Shepherd Mixed breed of dog. I am a spayed, beautiful female that is well behaved, sweet, and I like to get lots of exercise. I did get to run on the…
Story of six-time Grammy-winner Amy Winehouse featured at Mary D. Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (August 2, 2015) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to continue its summer music film series with the one-night-only screenings of “Amy” — an award-winning documentary about the late Amy Winehouse featuring such music legends as Tony Bennett, Alicia Keys, Beyoncé and more. The film will show Monday, Aug. 10 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.From BAFTA award-winning director Asif Kapadia (“Senna”), “Amy” tells the incredible story of six-time Grammy-winner Amy Winehouse – in her own words. Featuring extensive unseen…
Award-winning and inspiring new documentary premieres at Mary D. Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (August 1, 2015) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to continue its summer documentary series with the one-night-only screenings of “Tap World”, an award-winning, entertaining and inspiring new documentary. The film will show Thursday, Aug. 13 at 4 and 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.“The language of music is rhythm. Rhythm is the language of life. Ryhthm is the international language,” so says one of the tap dancers in “Tap World”, a documentary film that looks at the lives and contemporary styles of the…
By Ted Grussing… sunset at the beach is wonderful and it can be golden as seen in the image tonight. In Sedona we get the warm light on the rocks and on west facing beaches the warm light is on the surf and we can dream on the colors knowing that soon they will slip into the night and darkness. Even as we find beauty in what we call the golden years and even as the surf continues to wash up on the beach after the light has gone, we continue our journey, done with the human experience, but the…
Flagstaff AZ (July 31, 2015) – UPDATE – Perimeter burnout operations for the Echo fire concluded Wednesday and the lightning-caused wildfire that began on July 17 is completely lined, with only small internal pockets still burning and smoldering.Smoke from the Echo fire should no longer impact surrounding communities such as Flagstaff and Sedona, and only residual smoke will be noticeable to those in the immediate area of the wildfire due to internal areas continuing to smolder. The fire received light to moderate rainfall yesterday, and crews will continue to monitor the pockets of unburned areas.
By Michelle LloydVVHS Board TreasurerCottonwood AZ (July 31, 2015) – The Verde Valley Humane Society is reaching out to the community to ask for dog and cat food donations so we can replenish the supply quickly as we are running low. (All donations are tax-deductible). The furbabies require:Purina ProPlan Adult Dog and Puppy FoodIams Adult Cat Orange Bag…Purina Kitten Yellow BagPine Pet Bedding Pellets or Cozy ‘N Fresh Natural Pine Pellets (Preferred Litter from Tractor Supply)Other cat litter – except clay
Sedona AZ (July 31, 2015) – The Sedona Community Pool, located at 570 Posse Ground Road in Posse Grounds Park, is open for business this fall through November 14, 2015. The fall schedule will offer Open Swim, Lap Swim and Water Aerobics.