Sedona, AZ (April 6, 2012) – Last week the Gardens for Humanity hosted a week long series of workshops, sustainability panels, concerts, and talks. In Sedona, people are waking to the fact that the city is actually an island, only surrounded by forest rather than ocean. If transportation were to stop delivering food and supplies, the basic necessities could disappear rather quickly. But that’s only one reason for increasing awareness about urban farming: local grown food tends to be fresher and healthier. And, it’s cheaper. The carbon footprint from delivering food long distances can be eliminated through local production. Fact:…
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Sedona AZ (April 5, 2012) – The City of Sedona is seeking to fill one vacancy on the Housing Commission. The unexpired term is through October 31, 2013. The deadline to submit applications to be considered to serve on the Housing Commission is Monday, May 7, 2012 at 5 p.m.
Flagstaff AZ (April 5, 2012) – A Village of Oak Creek resident reached an agreement in Federal Court on Tuesday regarding charges of unauthorized trail construction and has been banned from all national forests in Arizona for two years and ordered to pay restitution.
Sedona AZ (April 5, 2012) – City staff is working with Tiffany Construction toward an early May 2012 start on the construction of the Barbara Antonsen Park within Posse Ground Park. This follows the Council’s approval on March 27th of a contract for the construction.
Flagstaff AZ (April 5, 2012) – Campfires throughout Fossil Creek continue to be restricted, and camping is limited to certain areas away from the creek due to the increase in recreation use, the need for safety of the public, and to protect unique riparian plant and wildlife resources. “The number of people recreating in Fossil Creek has increased exponentially over the last several years and it’s important for us to act to protect the area from ongoing trash, damage, and impacts from tens of thousands of visitors,” said Heather Provencio, Red Rock district ranger. “Human and pet waste is threatening…
Sedona AZ (April 5, 2012) – Sedona Police and Fire Communication Centers are celebrating the week of April 8-14, 2012 as National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week. This week, sponsored by the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International and celebrated annually, honors the thousands of men and women who respond to emergency calls, dispatch emergency professionals and equipment, and render life-saving assistance to the world’s citizens.
Sedona AZ (April 5, 2012) – The Sedona Wetlands project at the Wastewater Treatment Plant has received help recently from the Audubon Society and local volunteers. On Thursday, March 29, volunteers cut poles from existing cottonwood and willow trees around the plant site and prepped them for water absorption. The poles were then placed in the ponds to soak until they could be planted.
Sedona AZ (April 5, 2012) – The Sedona Performing Arts Alliance is building community through education, performance and partnerships. SPAA is the only organization of its kind, working to unite the Verde Valley through the performing arts and help nurture our community’s full artistic potential. The Sedona Youth Orchestra is a program specially designed to provide musical enrichment to young people in elementary and middle school. This performance experience helps to prepare students for upcoming orchestra opportunities at Sedona Red Rock High School.
Sedona, AZ (April 4, 2012) – In a world where it is legal to grow your own food but illegal to sell it, we find Steve Segner, a local Sedona businessman. He is providing acreage for locals to grow their own. Soil and water provided, bring your seeds. Steve believes gardening is more than food: it’ a social event where people can talk, a place where we can learn, and it’s a place where we can get in touch with our roots. And, it’s a place where one can grow one’s own food that can be shared…legally. Watch this video,…
Camp Verde AZ (April 4, 2012) – Fort Verde State Historic Park will hold its annual “History of the Soldier” event April 14-15, 2012 in Camp Verde. The event offers visitors a living history timeline of military and civilian encampments up to the present day. Through “Living History” interpretations all military eras will be honored for the dedication, commitment and sacrifice of military men and women in the Armed Forces. Activities will include flag raising ceremonies, living history presentations and special memorial services as well as the drill calls, colors and retreat all performed as part of the event.
Join Sunset Crater Volcano, Walnut Canyon, and Wupatki National Monuments as They Celebrate National Park Week Flagstaff AZ (April 4, 2012) – All national parks, including Sunset Crater Volcano, Walnut Canyon and Wupatki National Monuments, will waive entrance fees during National Park Week, April 21 through April 29, 2012. The theme for the week is, “Picture Yourself in a National Park!” Walnut Canyon, Sunset Crater Volcano, and Wupatki National Monuments will be celebrating National Park Week with a variety of fun, free, family activities.
Sedona AZ (April 4, 2012) – Late last month, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office rescue personnel were called to Bell Rock in Sedona regarding a stranded female hiker. 38-year-old Christine Pae, visiting from Ohio, had started hiking around 4:00pm. The woman wondered off the path at some point during her hour long excursion and was unable to find her way back. Without food or a jacket, and only 5 oz. of water, Christine felt it necessary to call 911 for help just after 5 PM. A crew from the Verde Search and Rescue team was summoned and able to locate and…
Sedona AZ (April 4, 2012) – “The Backyard” at Studio Live is now open! With a custom red rock fountain, shade sails, groomed lawn and flagstone pathways; The Backyard is an ideal spot to enjoy a beautiful summer evening while experiencing some of the best performances Northern Arizona has to offer. Located at 215 Coffeepot Drive in West Sedona, this outdoor venue boasts a 12×26 stage, space for over 200 attendees, and a professional sound/light system. The Backyard will be available for private rentals depending on date availability.
William Eaton Ensemble Debuts ‘Language of the Earth’ and Tree Harp Cottonwood AZ (April 4, 2012) – The William Eaton Ensemble brings their world chamber fusion sound and the debut of ‘Language of the Earth’ to Old Town Center for the Arts on Saturday, April 14th at 7:30 pm. The concert will include William Eaton’s ‘tree harp’ one of the largest stringed instruments on the planet, an 18-foot tree with strings attached. The event is sponsored by the Arizona School of Integrative Studies (ASIS) in Clarkdale.
Scam artists operate bogus Internet sites for driver licenses Phoenix AZ (April 3, 2012) – Most of us need driver license services at one time or another. Unfortunately, scam artists are trying to cash in on a service that so many depend on and are out to take your money and your identification, if you’re not careful.