Phoenix AZ (March 8, 2014) – The first eggs in both the wild flock of California condors in Arizona and Utah and a captive flock in Idaho were observed last week, marking the start of what biologists hope is another successful breeding season. Last year, four young condors hatched in the Arizona-Utah wild population, the most ever in one season. Eddie Feltes, field manager for The Peregrine Fund’s condor project, said there are as many active pairs in the wild population this year as last but with an exciting new twist.
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Sedona AZ (March 8, 2014) – The City of Sedona has installed three of five transit shelters along SR 89A in West Sedona near the Mountain Shadows, Coffee Pot, and Stuz Bearcat intersections. The shelters and associated concrete loading pads were completed in February 2014 using federal grant funding through ADOT. Pima Paving, Inc., a Tucson construction firm, installed the shelters.
Sedona AZ (March 7, 2014) – In honor of AZ Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month, the third annual “Explore Ancient Wonders of Sedona” events will be held on March 10th and 13th. They include a free talk by renowned rock art photographer Susie Reed, an exclusive guided Pink Jeep tour to Honanki Heritage Site and a reception at Goldenstein Gallery, where the work of many artists inspired by Native American cultures can be viewed.
Sedona AZ (March 7, 2014) – The City of Sedona will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 regarding the Uptown SR 89ARoadway Improvements Project, whichincludes pavement replacement and overlay in the area between Forest Road and Art Barn Lane. The meeting begins at 8 a.m. in the Wayside Chapel, 401 N. SR 89A in Uptown Sedona.
Sedona AZ (March 7, 2014) – Recently the Humane Society of Shelter received two litters of puppies only to discover all of them were infected with Parvo, a life threatening virus that attacks a dog’s intestinal tract. Instead of instituting the more common solution, the shelter decided they were going to save the puppies and invested time and resources to provide medication, special food and loving care to nurse the puppies back to health.
A single online application matches students with 75+ scholarship awards Phoenix AZ (March 7, 2014) – The Arizona Community Foundation’s online scholarship portal is now accepting applications, making scholarship funding opportunities available to students across Arizona for the 2014-2015 school year. As Arizona’s largest private provider of scholarship funding, ACF offers a system with access to more than 75 scholarship awards with a single online application. Completing one general application automatically matches applicants with every scholarship opportunity within the system for which they qualify.
Cottonwood AZ (March 6, 2014) – All the way from Ireland, and now residing in Sedona, Karl Jones brings together a superb ‘Irish band’ – Dublin Soul – for an evening of Celtic and Irish tunes. What better way to get your Green on for St. Patrick’s Day than coming to Old Town Center for the Arts for this St. Patrick’s Celebration Concert, on Saturday, March 15th at 7:00 PM. Raised in Dublin, Ireland Karl Jones is a walking encyclopedia of all things Irish. “In some ways I am as traditional as you can possibly get,” he explained. “My grandfather…
Jerome AZ (March 6, 2014) – The Jerome Chamber of Commerce has begun planning the most talked about event of the year, The Jerome Historic Home and Building Tour, now in its 49th year. Tickets will be sold online for the first time. Also, instead of selling tickets at the old firehouse on Main Street, guests can have the comfort and the shelter of Spook Hall and enjoy entertainment and seats while waiting for the shuttle to begin this wonderful tour.
Camp Verde AZ (March 6, 2014) – White Hills Gallery is pleased to announce a solo show by local Sedona artist Keith Schall called “Meta-paintings.” The exhibit will be on display from Friday March 14th through May 12th, with an opening reception on Friday March 14th from 5-7pm. The exhibit, “Meta-Paintings,” will include over 20 works of cutting edge abstract art about art. The term “Meta-paintings” is created based on the literary concept of Metadrama, a play within a play, typically seen in Shakespeare plays such as “Hamlet” and “A Midsummer’s Night Dream.” Schall creates colorful compositions with the subject…
Verde Valley AZ (March 6, 2014) – Verde Valley Leadership (VVL) is pleased to announce the call for Summit Award Nominations. In April 2012, VVL developed an annual Leadership Summit as an opportunity to celebrate leadership in the Verde Valley and honor Adult and Youth Leaders in the community. The nomination committee received 9 nominations in the Adult Leadership category, and 4 nominations in the Youth Leadership category. The Inaugural Verde Valley Leadership Awards were presented at the event to Doug Von Gausig and Colton Elmer.
Bromberg to make special appearance along with director of the film at Mary D. Fisher Theatre Sedona AZ (March 6, 2014) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to welcome renowned musician David Bromberg to Sedona for a special premiere of “David Bromberg: Unsung Treasure” one night only on Wednesday, March 12 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. There will be two screenings at 4 and 7 p.m. The director/producer of the film, Beth Toni Kruvant, will host the screenings and Q&A discussions with Bromberg. “David Bromberg: Unsung Treasure” is a feature documentary that reveals this rich and largely untold…
Effort Fosters Local Entrepreneurial Spirit Clarkdale AZ (March 6, 2014) – Over the past six months, Yavapai College has greatly increased its business assistance presence in the Verde Valley. During September 2013, the Yavapai College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) began reestablishing contact with the Verde Valley business community to determine the services needed to support entrepreneurship and business expansion.
Cottonwood AZ (March 5, 2014) – On Wednesday, March 19th at 10:30 a.m., the Verde River Basin Partnership (Partnership) is sponsoring a presentation titled, “Constraints on the County’s Involvement in Water Issues” focusing on Yavapai County’s level of involvement with land use and water planning. A knowledgeable panel composed of Yavapai County Supervisor Thomas Thurman, Yavapai County Supervisor Chip Davis, and Yavapai County Development Services Director Steve Mauk will give the presentation.
Sedona AZ (March 5, 2014) – In March 2014 at Red Rock State Park, learn about the Coronado Expedition in the lecture series or enjoy a hike or walk amidst the beautiful landscape of the Sedona red rocks. The park offers guided hikes and bird walks as well as the opportunity to explore on your own. Geology Walk: On Sunday, March 9 at 1 p.m., join our knowledgeable volunteers as they venture out on the trails and discuss how Sedona transformed from millions of years of erosion and has receded over four miles. This is an interpretive experience for beginners…
Fun, Games, Food and Activities in a Warm, Safe Environment for Kids Age 6 -12! Sedona AZ (March 5, 2014) – Sedona community’s kids, aged six-to-twelve, are invited to attend Sedona YMCA’s Parents’ Night Out on Friday, March 28st from 6 – 8 p.m. The theme for this event will be Movie Night and will include a hot meal, ice cream, fun, games, and activities in a warm and safe environment. Parents will drop off their children at the Y headquarters at 6 p.m. and then let the fun begin! The parents will have two whole hours to enjoy quiet…