Verde Valley News – What is the Gila Adjudication and why could its rulings regarding water rights in the Gila River System, which includes the Verde River, have the potential to impact both well users and municipal water users in a significant way? Clyde Halstead, a water law attorney, will review the history of the Gila Adjudication, discuss major rulings that will affect water users in the Verde River Basin and explain how citizens can participate in the Adjudication to protect their water rights at a Zoom webinar presented by the Citizens Water Advocacy Group (CWAG) on Saturday, April 16,…
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By Amaya Gayle Gregory The world seems pretty damn real. It’s near impossible to be in the middle of the chaos and remain open to the possibilities of lived grace, of love, of heaven right here on Earth and yet, that is what we are asked to do if anything but what is currently made manifest is to be realized. I used to call it disbelieving appearances. Now I see that something much more profound than mental mastery is required. We can’t just disbelieve. We must truly deeply absolutely, not on the periphery, but all the way in, permeating penetrating…
… a very quiet day today … coffee with friends, a return of my Starlink kit and grocery shopping plus time making One feel like she is the focal center of our little universe (which she is), an early dinner and a couple of movies. Still exploring forgotten photos in folders I have not looked at in years and finding a lot of images I had forgotten about … like the mesquite tree pods above and the milkweed pod below. Like flowers, weeds and seeds can make for a beautiful image and are a part of this beautiful place we…
Sedona News – Sedona International Film Festival presents the Exhibition on Screen series with the encore of “Easter in Art”. The event will show in Sedona on Tuesday, April 5 at 4 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre. “Easter in Art” is a stunning film on one of the most significant events in history – the death and resurrection of Jesus. Displaying some of the greatest artworks ever produced and shot on location in galleries around the world, “Easter in Art” highlights artists such as Caravaggio, Leonardo, Raphael, El Greco and Dalí. The story of Christ’s death and…
Sedona News – Arizona Cardinals players and alumni, team mascot Big Red and Cardinals Cheerleaders are continuing the team’s “Cardinals Caravan” this week with visits to Sedona on Thursday (March 31) and Flagstaff on Friday (April 1). The “Cardinals Caravan” is visiting cities across Arizona to engage with fans, participate in community activities and visit local radio affiliates from the Cardinals radio network. On Thursday, former Cardinals defensive lineman Michael Bankston will join Big Red and Cardinals Cheerleaders in Sedona for a community event at St. Vincent de Paul (180 Soldier Pass Road) from 9:00-11:00 a.m. followed by a fan meet & greet at Posse Ground…
Verde Valley News – The Golden Plate Awards program recognizes establishments that strive for excellence in food safety standards and is awarded by the Yavapai County Community Health Services in cooperation with the Yavapai County Food Safety Industry Council and the University of Arizona. With a monthly average of 50,000 meals or 550,000 meals served every year, YCSO Detention services (YCSODS) staff have shown superior commitment and dedication to the agency. Even though the past two years were heavily disrupted by staffing shortages, consistent menu changes due to supply issues, quarantines, delays in equipment repair, as well as the uncertainty…
… the shows went very well and today was a day to focus on relaxing and enjoying the day … a huge thank you to everyone who turned out for the shows … it was fun having so many of you there. I spent time this evening looking through a folder with a lot of flowers and settled in on the one with lilies and came up with these two. The upper lily is a peace lily and that sure seems like a pretty good idea to me, so here it is … the lower bloom is also a lily,…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the acclaimed new documentary “The Torch” showing April 2-7 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. At 85, Chicago legend Buddy Guy remains the standard bearer for the blues — an icon determined to see the art form live on long after he’s gone. Enter young guitar phenom Quinn Sullivan, who has been mentored by Guy since he was a kid. This stirring documentary — amplified by electrifying musical performances — charts the guidance Guy himself received from the likes of Muddy Waters and…
Verde Valley News – Friends of the Verde River is pleased to announce Free Family Day during the Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival. Free Family Day is on Saturday, April 23 from 9:00am-1:00pm at Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Join birding enthusiasts and nature lovers between the lagoons at Dead Horse Ranch State Park for a free day of family fun in nature. There will be activities and exhibits for the whole family to enjoy! “On Free Family Day, you will learn about the river’s birds, bugs, fish, and habitats, so your children will leave inspired and ready to become future river…
Sedona News – Once again, a lucky individual will have the opportunity to grab all the groceries he/she can in a five-minute dash through Clark’s Market in the Village. Tickets for the 2022 Grocery Grab raffle, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Sedona Village, are now available at Clark’s Market or on the Club website sedonavillagerotary.org. Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25. In addition to the grand prize five-minute shopping spree at Clark’s Market, six more Clark’s gift card prizes, two each for $100, $75, and $50 will be drawn on April 16, at the Club’s Community Garden…
Sedona News – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present “Here Today” showing April 2-7 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre. Actor and comedian Billy Crystal stars in and directs “Here Today”, alongside the outrageous Tiffany Haddish. You never know who’s going to change your life. “Here Today” follows veteran comedy writer Charlie Burnz (Crystal), who is going through a tough time in his life. He meets New York singer Emma Payge (Haddish) and they form an unlikely yet hilarious and touching friendship. Emma unexpectedly wins a lunch with the comedy legend, but their relationship gets off to…
Verde Valley News – In response to the deepening Ukrainian refugee crisis, The Rotary Foundation Trustees have prioritized contributions made to its Disaster Response Fund until April 30, 2022, to support disaster response grants for Rotary districts affected by these events. These expedited disaster response grants can be used to supply water, food, medicine, shelter, and clothing. Rotary Clubs of Sedona, Sedona Village, Sedona Red Rocks, and Verde Valley contributed a total of $9,100 to the response fund. Club members are also making individual contributions and supporting other charities helping Ukrainian refugees. “Our hearts are breaking to watch what’s happening…
Verde Valley News – The Verde Valley Fire District is seeking application to fill a vacant Fire Board seat. The position became available when Board Member Matthew Kaempfe moved out of state. Applications for this Board seat are available at the Verde Valley Fire District Administrative Offices located at 2700 E Godard Rd in Cottonwood. Applications are also available on the District’s website. Applications must be submitted to the District’s Administrative Offices by 4:00 pm on April 20, 2022. Interviews will be held during a Special Board Meeting on May 23rd, 2022, beginning at 5:00 pm. The possible selection of…
Verde Valley News – Spring has sprung in Northern Arizona and the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to be safe while hiking. On March 22, YCSO Deputies along with The Verde Search and Rescue (SAR) Team, had a busy night in Sedona. At approximately 6pm the first call in what turned out to be a string of disoriented adventurers, came in to YCSO dispatch from a hiker gone off course on Doe Mountain. That hiker was able to find his way back to his vehicle while deputies were still in route. However, the responding Deputy was not off…
By Charlene Roth Sedona News – Being strapped for cash can make it a bit challenging when it comes to business start-ups. Fortunately, though, there are ways to streamline the process and boost your chances. Today, Sedona.biz shares some tips, tricks, and resources to help you get established. Budget, Budget, Budget When you’re short on cash, having a realistic budget in place is essential to success. Write a business plan to help you create an operational strategy that includes identifying startup costs. Apply for a small business grant or loan. Seek out angel investors to support your company’s potential for…