Cottonwood AZ (December 30, 2011) – On February 14th the State of Arizona celebrates its 100th Birthday. Cities and towns all over the state will commemorate the ‘Centennial’ with special events in February and throughout the year. The City of Cottonwood welcomes the official Arizona State Historian, the official Arizona State Balladeer, and Wyatt Earp himself, in several special events during the month of February. Mark your calendar for one or more of these special Centennial events, brought to you by the City of Cottonwood, Old Town Association and Old Town Center for the Arts.
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Sedona AZ (December 29, 2011) – On December 27, 2011, just before 4 P.M., Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office dispatchers received a call from the mother of a 21-year-old hiker stranded on a ledge near Castle Rock. The hiker, identified as Mahdi Harrizi, was vacationing with family at the Red Agave Inn on Canyon Circle Drive in Sedona. They had traveled from their hometown in New York.
Sedona AZ (December 28, 2011) – On January 3, 2012 after 8 p.m., construction on Harmony-Windsong Phase 2 Drainage Project will proceed across SR 89A. A storm drain pipe will be installed within SR 89A in west Sedona between the Roadrunner Drive and Deer Trail Pass intersections. Construction will take place 24 hours per day and may last approximately 14 days. Weekend work will be minimized to the maximum extent possible. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction.
Sedona AZ (December 28, 2011) – The 42nd Annual Sedona St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival – an AZ Centennial Celebration, will be held on Saturday March 3, 2012. A parade begins at 10:30 a.m. along Jordan Road in Uptown Sedona. A Parade Festival immediately follows with live music and entertainment, free children’s activities, food booths and a beer garden. These festivities are free to attend, presented by Sedona Main Street Program with the Green Team and NAU Parks and Recreation Management Program. For details contact 928-204-2390 or www.sedonamainstreet.com
Cornville AZ (December 27, 2011) – On December 19, 2011, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office deputies and detectives from the Special Crimes Unit (SCU) served a search warrant at a residence in the 11400 of Rhodes Road, Cornville. The investigation resulted in the arrest of 21-year-old Paul Cole for several charges including Burglary, Criminal Damage, Theft, Possession of Stolen Property, Possession of Dangerous Drugs, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Use of Marijuana, and Possession of a Narcotic Drug. The investigation by field deputies linked Cole to a commercial burglary that occurred earlier this year in the 11200 block of Circle Drive, Cornville.
Sedona AZ (December 27, 2011) – The Sedona Heritage Museum presents Michael Peach in his first performance of his new original show “Arizona History & Hi-Jinx” at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 7. “In the wild, wild West it was considered best to provide for one’s own defense. Even-ing a score was a necessary chore whenever things got too intense. Many a slight could result in a fight with fists, or knives, or guns. Disputes were often settled with blood and metal, when all was said and done.” So says award-winning actor, playwright and historian Michael Peach in his new…
Verde Valley AZ (December 27, 2011) – The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office would like to alert citizens regarding several recent fraud incidents. YCSO encourages readers to share this information with seniors you may know or care for as they remain the primary targets of scammers. Simply supplying our area senior population with the knowledge of these scams could very well prevent more of the high dollar losses seen in the last few weeks.
Flagstaff AZ (December 27, 2011) – Flagstaff Area National Monuments has received permission to start pile burning at Sunset Crater Volcano this morning and will continue throughout the afternoon as favorable weather conditions continue. The debris piles are located behind the housing area off a private dirt road. The piles were constructed during manual fuels reduction projects in preparation for future prescribed burns. They consist of small tree branches, twigs, and needles removed during preparation of prescribed fire control lines. Pile burning is a necessary preparation for prescribed burning. The piles will be monitored by firefighters until they are completely…
Sedona AZ (December 26, 2011) – The Sedona Gallery Association is pleased to announce events for the next 1st Friday, January 6, 2012. The Sedona Gallery Association represents the collaborative efforts of the premiere galleries in Sedona to ensure that art lovers and artists alike experience the best art environment imaginable. On the 1st Friday of each month, from 5:00pm-8:00pm, members of the Sedona Gallery Association offer a unique monthly showcase highlighting artists, special exhibits, and art events. These special art receptions give locals and Sedona visitors alike the opportunity to enjoy light refreshments while beginning their weekend with an…
The Verde Valley Waterways (Verde River and Its’ Tributaries) Opportunities for Economic Growth Verde Valley AZ (December 27, 2011) – On Thursday, January 19, 2011 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm the Verde Valley Regional Economic Organization will facilitate a Community Dialogue – The Verde Valley Waterways (Verde River and its’ Tributaries) Opportunities for Economic Expansion and Growth. Discussion on the growth of the Verde Valley economy focusing on the waterways as an economic asset and vehicle for growth. Participants will discuss and brainstorm on what is the value of the waterways to the economy of the Verde Valley.
Sedona AZ (December 27, 2011) – The City of Sedona’s Green Team will be sponsoring a free Electronics Drop-Off Day on Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at City Hall, 102 Roadrunner Drive. The Green Team is comprised of City staff members who since 2007 have worked to reduce consumption, increase efficiency and generally make operations at City Hall more environmentally friendly.
Jerome AZ (December 26, 2011) – Let the party continue the Saturday after New Years with the January 7th Jerome Art Walk. Take the convenient shuttle throughout the town to visit 25 galleries and studios or start the walk at the Old Jerome High School. The festivities are from 5:00 to 8:00PM every first Saturday. For more information visit www.jeromeartwalk.com or call Donna at 649-2277. During the January 7th Jerome Art Walk, Pura Vida Gallery debuts new work by Hawaiian jewelry artist Mary Darwall. Mary uses glass and Austrian crystal beads to create incredible woven sculptural necklaces and earrings. Each piece…
NAWBO presents Business Speaker & Bestselling Author Debbie Allen as the guest speaker Sedona AZ (December 26, 2011) – Get ready to plan for massive success in 2012! You won’t want to miss our January event and our powerful keynote speaker Debbie Allen. Debbie is an international business speaker who has presented in 30 countries, bestselling author, motivational film star and global entrepreneur. Debbie will share with you three decades of entrepreneurial wisdom and a global forecast for women in business. Debbie Allen will help you prepare your business for change with her perspective on global opportunities for women in…
Cottonwood AZ (December 26, 2011) – The staff and volunteers at Old Town Center for the Arts are gearing up for the 2012 performing arts season, with the motto, “Take some time to have a good time.” The New Year’s concert schedule promises a wonderful array of international talent and virtuosity. Mark your calendar and make a New Year’s resolutions to ‘have a good time’ and be thoroughly entertained at Old Town Center for the Arts. Here is a preview of upcoming concerts in January.
Sedona screenings mark the Northern Arizona premiere of audience and critical sensation Sedona AZ (December 26, 2011) – Plagued by a series of apocalyptic visions, a young husband and father questions whether to shelter his family from a coming storm, or from himself in the new, award-winning drama “Take Shelter”. The film will kick off the new year of independent films presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. “Take Shelter” premieres in Sedona on Tuesday, Jan. 10 as part of the festival’s Tuesday Cinema Series. There will be two screenings of the film at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at…