Verde Valley News – Rainbow Acres, a pioneering force in supporting the neuro diversity community, announces the dissolution of Sedona Lago Gardens (SLG). After years of diligent effort by SLG President Gary Wagner, staff, Barbara Lago, the Board of Trustees of Sedona Lago Gardens has voted to wind up and liquidate business operations. On behalf of Rainbow Acres and Sedona Lago Gardens, we wish to express our deepest appreciation to Mr. Wagner, Barbara Lago, the donors, supporters and the SLG Board for their good work in serving adults with autism over the past few years. Mike Prochelo, President & CEO…
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Sedona News – For over 47 years, the University Women of Sedona’s primary purpose has been to provide financial scholarships and support to women in furthering their educational opportunities to an accredited local college or university. Continuing that long tradition, the group will award six scholarships at their upcoming luncheon on Monday, June 3 at Spoke & Wheel restaurant. Of the six recipients, two students were selected to receive continuing support from the past year. Four new applicants will also be beneficiaries of University Women of Sedona’s support. The Scholarship Selection Committee had a tough job in narrowing the many applicants…
By Jack Ross, SAVCO President What do SAVCO, Sedona Police Cadets, Accord Hospice of Sedona, Verde Valley Senior Squadron 205, the City of Sedona Parks & Recreation Department, Sedona City Maintenance, a Vicar from the Christ Lutheran Church (and the Cottonwood Community Band), photographer Larry Kane and the Sedona Park Rangers have in common? After the record breaking crowd of over 200 attendees at this past Mondays Memorial Day Ceremony held at the beautiful Posse Grounds outdoor Pavilion one could easily say, “they know how to work together!” And work together they did, a flag pole had to be erected…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to join theaters around the world to present the global premiere of “Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist” showing June 4-6 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Deep within each human soul, there exists an intense craving for connection, purpose, and love — a thirst that only God can satisfy. Yet, the question remains: How does one fulfill this yearning? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuEuodrM1sc The Catholic Church teaches that the Eucharist is the most profound means by which God shares Himself with humanity. However, a 2019 Pew Research Study unveiled a concerning…
By David Stephen Sedona, AZ — It is unlikely that AI regulation would be fully achieved from outside in, meaning physical decrees to the digital sphere, without digital bots—monitoring and enforcing, at least in common areas of the internet. There are several tips on how to spot AI fakes, precautions against AI audio imitations, misinformation awareness, and so forth, but these are very pedestrian from the fight, at the source, that should be taking place against those outputs. Major tech companies have announced labeling for AI images and videos, others have banned them from political ad campaigns, there are deepfake detectors…
Sedona News – Sedona International Film Festival presents the Exhibition on Screen series with “My National Gallery, London”. The film will premiere in Sedona on Tuesday and Sunday, June 4 and 9 at the festival’s Alice Gill-Sheldon Sheldon Theatre. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKDT3cog5nA The National Gallery of London is one of the world’s greatest art galleries. It is full of masterpieces, an endless resource of history, an endless source of stories. But whose stories are told? Which art has the most impact and on whom? The power of great art lies in its ability to communicate with anyone, no matter their art historical…
… Memorial Day is here and once again we remember those who not only served our nation but also gave their lives in doing so. Most celebrations talk in the large numbers and noticeably absent is the personal price to families and friends of those who have lost their lives in combat. Generic discussions remove the sense of personal sacrifice! Many members of our families have served … my father-in-law served in Europe during WW I, four of my uncles served in WW II, my brother in law served in the Army approximately the same time I served in the…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present comedian Melinda Hill performing her live “S.L.A.Y. Tour” at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Sunday, June 2 at 7 p.m. You’re not a hot mess; you’re a hot Mess-terpiece. Melinda Hill (seen in the comedy special Melinda Hill: Inappropriate and Love, Weddings and Other Disasters opposite Diane Keaton and Jeremy Irons) is known for HEAL-arity: Humor that’s Healing. Melinda Marie Kondo’d her life and all her stuff and hit the road to explore the true meaning of Self Love and following the inner YES. This empowering show…
Sedona, AZ — The Global Center for Christ Consciosness in Sedona is hosting UFO abductee Melinda Leslie on Sunday, June 23 at 3 p.m. Melinda Leslie will “disclose” her own extraterrestrial abduction experiences and contact story. Melinda feels strongly that we can’t have an official UFO disclosure if we’re not willing to tell our own stories. And that disclosure starts with each of us individually being willing to stand up and share our own truth. She hopes that by her doing so, she’ll inspire other abductees and contactees to do the same. In this era of government UFO disclosure, it…
By Tommy Acosta Sedona, AZ — What does it take? What does it take, to charge into a hail of bullets, to kill or be killed in mortal combat? Bravery? Duty? Fear? Rage? Put yourself in that position. Are you willing to kill or die for your country? As we celebrate Memorial Day, we do so with barbecues, marches, parades, and gatherings in honor and memory of those who were killed in action or gone forever missing in the fog of war. Yes, we memorialize these heroes, whose sacrifice ensures the quality of life we now enjoy. The enlisted, the…
By David Stephen Sedona, AZ — What does AI have in common with human consciousness? Since AI does not have emotions, feelings and self-awareness, can whatever it has be graded? There is a recent article on TIME, No, Today’s AI Isn’t Sentient. Here’s How We Know, stating that, “All sensations — hunger, feeling pain, seeing red, falling in love — are the result of physiological states that an LLM simply doesn’t have. Consequently we know that an LLM cannot have subjective experiences of those states. In other words, it cannot be sentient. An LLM is a mathematical model coded on silicon chips. It is…
Sedona, AZ — In our fast-paced world, finding time to connect with our inner selves and nurture personal growth can be challenging. At Humankind, we believe that meditation and educational workshops are powerful tools to help you achieve this connection and foster your development. Here’s a closer look at how our meditation sessions and workshops can benefit you. What Does Meditation Do for You and Connecting to Your Higher Self? Meditation is more than just a relaxation technique; it is a transformative practice that can profoundly impact your life. Here are some key benefits: Mental Clarity and Focus: Regular meditation…
Sedona News – On May 24, 2024, at approximately 10:30 am, the suspect entered the La Ranita convenience and check cashing store in Sedona. He cornered and held an employee at gunpoint and demanded cash. The suspect then fled on foot from the scene, going northbound on Harmony Drive, with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 5’8” to 5’10” tall weighing approximately 180-210 pounds, with black hair covered by a beanie-style hat, medium to fair skin tone, and black facial hair. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, grey or blue denim-style pants,…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory It is amazing to me how beautifully the understanding of what this is flows into the expression of day-to-day life. I have heard it asked, why bother, why walk the path of truth at any cost. Isn’t simply living life enough. I have heard it said that getting too steeped in the search, too focused on the sacred, is a waste of a God given life, is a rejection of the precious time we are given. I have heard it said that spirituality is escapism and that I should get real, should get a life. There…
Sedona News – The father/son duo of Robin and Eric Miller will be performing live in concert on Saturday, June 1 at 7 p.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre, presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. There is a certain and undeniable magic that is experienced by audiences when attending a musical performance by the father/son duo of Robin and Eric Miller. With shining vocals, and beautiful harmonies, these two seasoned performers transport their audiences into deeper levels of inspiration and fun. Both Father and Son are remarkable songwriters with numerous CD’s as well as extremely accomplished guitarists. Both…