Author: Tommy Acosta

Tommy Acosta is the publisher, editor, and lead opinion writer of Sedona.biz, the hyperlocal cyber magazine known as "The Voice of Sedona and the Verde Valley." He writes on local issues, politics, national affairs, culture, and personal reflection, often with a provocative or satirical tone.In addition to his work as a writer, Acosta is a working musician and reflexologist. He has written extensively about the challenges Sedona's musicians face, noting their low pay despite the town's vibrant music scene.Acosta describes himself as a "political actualist," rejecting strict party affiliations and instead focusing on how people are manipulated by political processes. His coverage spans local Sedona issues, tourism, short-term rentals, cultural events, community building, as well as national commentary and critiques of political figures, sometimes through imaginative pieces like "What Would Tommy Do?"Acosta is deeply engaged in Sedona's cultural and spiritual community, advocating for local musicians, artisans, and businesses, and writing about Sedona's unique identity as a spiritual and artistic hub.

Sedona AZ (March 23, 2012) – Visitors and locals alike are Capturing the Wonder of Sedona. Keep Sedona Beautiful, Inc. sponsors the Sedona Capture the Wonder Online Photo Contest, (SCTW). The goal of this ongoing contest is to protect and sustain the Sedona area by “Capturing the Wonder of Sedona,” as a lasting testament to its distinctively beautiful natural environment.

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Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning musical debuts on big screen at Mary D. Fisher Theatre Sedona AZ (March 23, 2012) – Broadway comes to Sedona on Sunday, April 1 when the Sedona International Film Festival hosts the big screen premiere of Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning musical revival “Company”, featuring the New York Philharmonic Orchestra and an all-star cast. There will be two shows at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the festival’s new Mary D. Fisher Theatre.

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Dear Mayor Adams, After our wonderful reception at the City Council meeting, I am “shocked and saddened,” as they say, that it might all come to naught. As a member of both state Centennial commissions and the Foundation Board, Sedona is one of my bragging points, and Barbara’s Park one of my favorite examples of how the community and government can work together to bring about positive results.

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Sedona AZ (March 22, 2012) – On Friday March 30th, 2012 CandyRat Guitar Night returns to Studio Live in Sedona, AZ. From traditional fingerstyle guitar to enthralling and creative original compositions, CandyRat Guitar Night showcases the awe-inspiring guitar stylings of Gareth Pearson, Craig D’Andrea, Matthew Santos and Ewan Dobson. The show starts at 7:30 pm with tickets $15.00 in advance and $17.00 on the day of the performance.

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Sedona AZ (March 22, 2012) – April is National Poetry Month, and NORAZ: The Literary Arts for Rural Arizona is kicking off this celebration of literature and creativity with a special First Friday Poets Corner, in the Sedona Arts Center’s sculpture garden, on Friday, Apr. 6, from 4-5 p.m.. Poetry lovers, writers, and “literary art-lovers” of all ages are invited to participate in this casual gathering of local poets, to share and observe thought-provoking poetry and prose readings.

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Sedona AZ (March 21, 2012) – On Thursday March 29th, 2012 French Chanteuse, Jessica Fichot returns to Studio Live in Sedona, AZ. The show starts at 7:30 pm with tickets $17.00 in advance and $20.00 on the day of the performance. Chanteuse and songwriter Jessica Fichot is a lot like her hometown of Paris: French at heart, but with a soul that’s truly international. Her multi-ethnic French / Chinese / American upbringing colors the songs on her debut album. It’s called Le Chemin, “The Path,” and for good reason: Jessica takes the listener on a twisting journey out of the…

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Flagstaff AZ (March 21, 2012) – The Flagstaff Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest is seeking public input on the proposed Schultz Sediment Reduction Project. In addition, all interested parties are also encouraged to attend a public meeting Tuesday March 27, 7:00 p.m. at Cromer Elementary School, 7150 Silver Saddle Road in Flagstaff to learn more about the project.

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Sedona, AZ (March 20, 2012 – Democrats of the Red Rocks (DORR), a local non-profit organization, has a public-is-invited breakfast every third Thursday of each month (except in the summer). At these monthly meetings individuals who are knowledgeable in certain areas of interest are invited to speak to Democrats, but to all political interests.

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Sedona, AZ (March 20, 2012) – A major winter storm passed over Sedona this past weekend. As predicted, winds picked up to 35 mph on Saturday, March 17, and then slowing to nearly zero on Sunday. As the winds dropped, clouds moved in and by mid day Sunday snow began to fall.

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Sedona AZ (March 19, 2012) – This is much more than an egg hunt; it’s a Celebration of Spring!  Join City of Sedona Parks and Recreation on Saturday, April 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for this fun, family-friendly event.  All those in the community that enjoy spring and the outdoors are invited. Once you arrive, walk to the Posse Grounds Park lower softball field for admission tickets and then onto the multi-use field for games and vendors.  There is a $2 admission fee for children 12 and younger.  What is included with this fee?  A lot of fun!…

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Sedona AZ (March 19, 2012) – The City of Sedona is undertaking the development of a Parks and Recreation Master Plan.  This comprehensive plan is being created to specifically address both current and future parks and recreation facilities, programs, events and funding mechanisms. This master plan is being done in conjunction with the broader Sedona Community Plan Update also under development at this time.

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Sedona AZ (March 19, 2012) – Allyson Holmes and Steve Segner have been appointed to the Historic Preservation Commission by the Sedona City Council.  Holmes will serve a three-year term and Segner will fill a vacancy that ends in one year. The Historic Preservation Commission is responsible for preserving historic sites, buildings and unique features of the community.  The commission also hosts special events to help educate residents and celebrate local history such as National Historic Preservation Month and the year-long activities associated with Arizona’s Centennial.

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Flagstaff AZ (March 19, 2012) – ADOT crews are fully deployed in response to this winter storm, removing snow and ice from the roadways. Flagstaff District Update, 2:30PM: All highways in the Flagstaff area are open and passable. ADOT crews were able to break through the snow drifts on US 180 and the highway is now open.

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Verde ValleyAZ (March 19, 2012) – Decades of statistics along with increased scientific knowledge impact how parents and experts currently view underage drinking.  If you want to know the real risks and consequences to youth who drink alcohol, it means understanding current research into alcohol and teen brain development, related learning problems, the current legal consequences including tougher DUI laws, difficulties finding employment and financial impacts on families.

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Over Two Feet of Snow Forecasted Flagstaff AZ (March 17, 2012) – As the spring temperatures are enjoyed around Arizona and skiers and snowboarders continue to relish in the spring conditions on the slopes, the Arizona Snowbowl prepares for the largest snow storm of the winter season.

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