By John Roberts, Sedona Resident(October 10, 2020)Nancy Pelosi will ask the House to examine Article 4 in the 25th Amendment about removing President Trump as our president which could elevate Pence to that position.This has support in our Constitution in the reference above and in these words written in that article of the 25th.
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By Ted GrussingI shoulda put my camera bag in the car before we left for the lake this morning.I coulda got some great shots on the lake.I woulda got a shot like this Great Egret.
Encore series will feature popular Met Operas returning to the big screenSedona AZ (October 9, 2020) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the encore of the Met Opera production of Puccini’s “Tosca” (from the 2018 season) on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 10 a.m. at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.There will be a pre-opera talk at 9 a.m. led by Deborah Raymond.The cast of “Tosca” includes Sonya Yoncheva (Tosca); Vittorio Grigolo (Cavaradossi), Željko Lučić (Scarpia) and Patrick Carfizzi (Sacristan). Emmanuel Villaume is the conductor of the opera.
Prescott AZ (October 9, 2020) – Yavapai County Recorder’s Office is proud to announce the installation of six (6) new “Official Ballot Drop Boxes” in:Congress Library26750 Santa Fe RoadCongressBagdad Justice Court100 Main StBagdad
Drivers should plan for delays and allow extra travel timeJerome AZ (October 9, 2020) – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for overnight alternating lane closures on State Route 89A in Jerome while pavement repair work is underway. The work will occur between Country Road (milepost 344) and the roundabout at Cement Plant Road (milepost 349).SR 89A will be narrowed to one lane only with alternating north- and southbound travel from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, through the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 14. Lane closures will be 1 to 2 miles long with delays…
Sedona AZ (October 9, 2020) – In the first of many Sedona in Motion (SIM) projects, the recent completion of the Uptown Roadway Improvements Project is already proving to reduce traffic congestion with far less delays on 89A coming out of Oak Creek Canyon.For example, while historically over the summer months, it wasn’t unusual to see travel times from the Trout Farm to the “Y” roundabout at around 42 minutes in peak congestion, the longest delay that has been recorded this year was 22 minutes, on Sunday of Labor Day weekend. This was the only day this summer that exceeded…
Seniors targeted by companies selling cheap, phony hearing amplifiersPhoenix AZ (October 9, 2020) – Attorney General Mark Brnovich is cautioning consumers to watch out for misleading sales tactics from companies selling over-the-counter hearing amplifiers. Over the past year, the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has received approximately 140 complaints about over-the-counter hearing aids.“In this era of new technology and self-service, many innovations bring true improvement to the quality of our lives. Consumers, however, need to be careful before purchasing these products,” said General Brnovich. “Arizona consumers should be wary of deals that appear too good to be true and do their research…
By Dave MyersSedona AZ (October 9, 2020) – Our September virtual meeting on Zoom was successful. Because the Sedona Library is still closed for meetings, we are going to have another virtual/online meeting for October 2020. Our next meeting will be Saturday, October 17, 2020, beginning at 10:00AM at the following online address: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82366520938.To avoid having to transfer the Zoom address, you may email oakcreekapples@gmail.com with “OCA Meeting” in the subject line (no quotation marks). An autoreply email will provide the link that you may click or copy and paste in your browser to open the online Zoom session.
By Ted Grussing… and getting it … this Osprey had just reached the pinnacle of his reach to grab the sky … his talons still gripped the rock as he compressed his legs preparing for that intense burst of energy as the countdown to launch approached. Approximately 1/16th of a second after this shot his legs were fully extended and his wings on the way down with a very powerful beat as he went airborne and left the area we were in. Just a tiny miracle that plays and repeats itself billions of time per minute across this tiny planet…
By John Roberts, Sedona Resident(October 9, 2020)This renowned body now says we need a new president. Never before have they invaded the political domain.More than just interesting.
Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter in the spotlight in film at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (October 9, 2020) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Northern Arizona premiere of the award-winning documentary “Harry Chapin: When in Doubt, Do Something” showing Oct. 16-22 at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre.“Harry Chapin: When in Doubt, Do Something” is the inspiring story of Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Harry Chapin (“Cat’s in the Cradle” and “Taxi”). Chapin sold over 16 million albums and was one of his generation’s most beloved artists and activists who spent his fame and fortune trying to end world hunger before…
Sedona AZ (October 9, 2020) – Sedona Arts Academy (SAA) announces its grand opening October 17, 2020 from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m. at The Collective Sedona in the Village of Oak Creek as a community arts, performance and social center. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be followed by a day of art, performances and musical entertainment. SAA is excited to bring its vision of education, collaboration and innovation in all artistic forms to the people of the Verde Valley.
Local First Arizona Foundation to issue remaining $1.5 million to qualifying businessesPhoenix AZ (October 9, 2020) – In August, the Governor’s Office partnered with Local First Arizona Foundation to launch the Arizona Small Business Rent and Mortgage Relief Grant program and distribute $10 million in grants to small businesses who were required to shutter their doors during this pandemic. Starting Oct. 8, 2020, at 2 p.m., applications will reopen for gyms, fitness centers and studios, bars with a series 6 or 7 liquor license, water parks, tubing operators, and movie theaters seeking rent relief. Since the grant program launched on…
Sedona AZ (October 9, 2020) – On Wednesday October 14 at 5:00 PM, Jeff Hall, Director of Lowell Observatory, will be speaking about All the News from Lowell Observatory and related dark skies matters. This is the third ‘virtual’ KSB Speaker Series event, where members of KSB and the public can participate via Zoom. Please visit our website, www.keepsedonabeautiful.org for information on how to login to this Zoom Webinar.
Prescott AZ (October 9, 2020) – All Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office public lobbies will be open on Monday, October 12, 2020, at 8 am for most buildings. This includes the Prescott and Camp Verde main Sheriff Offices along with all satellite Sheriff Offices and the Camp Verde Jail Lobby.