By Ted Grussing… got this shot of a Great Blue just about to stick a landing down at the ponds over the weekend … his feet are just an inch or two above the ground … wings and tail feathers fully extended and spread to provide the needed braking and body arching back. As the feet touch his legs are hinged forward so they will absorb the shock of landing provide the final deceleration as he lands on the edge of the pond and begins his hunt for food (fish) in the water below. Simple … beautiful … nature at…
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Vote for your favorite at azdot.gov/signcontestPhoenix AZ (May 11, 2020) – Need a fun distraction for a few minutes? The Arizona Department of Transportation has you covered.It’s time to vote for your favorite in ADOT’s fourth annual Safety Message Contest. From Monday, May 11, through Sunday, May 17, you can pick your favorite from among the 12 finalists and vote at azdot.gov/signcontest. “In these unprecedented times, we can all use a distraction that makes us smile, even if it’s just for a moment, and taking a look at the best of the contest’s message entries can, hopefully, do that,” ADOT…
A reward of up to $1000 is offered by Yavapai Silent Witness Cottonwood AZ (May 9, 2020) – On April 28, 2020, Deputies responded to a report of a shooting in the 4600 block of Prairie Lane in Cottonwood. Through the investigation, Deputies and Detectives learned sometime around 1:30 AM on April 25, 2020, unknown persons entered the property and shot several rounds striking at least two vehicles. Additionally, two other vehicles had their tires slashed and another bullet was found to have struck a side of the occupied home.
Jon Trautwein, Fire ChiefSedona Fire DistrictSedona AZ (May 9, 2020) – We have been made aware of serious allegations against a member of the Sedona Fire District. The individual has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation. The Sedona Fire District will cooperate fully with law enforcement concerning this situation. No further information will be disclosed at this time although inquiries should only be made to the Fire Chief.
Sedona AZ (May 9, 2020) – Four new members have been elected to serve on the Arizona Community Foundation of Sedona’s Board of Advisors: Kevin Adams, Carol Kurimsky, Elizabeth McFarland, and Nancy Williams. Current board member John Kincaid was elected as Chair.
Cornville AZ (May 9, 2020) – On Friday May 8, at approximately 3:45 AM, the Verde Valley Fire District responded to a Residential Fire in Cornville.VVFD was dispatched to a “living room on fire” Residential assignment. Crews viewed a significant column of smoke while arriving on scene and upgraded to a “working fire.” On arrival they made an initial “quick hit” attack from outside the structure and then went interior while their water tender set up a water supply. The second-in engine then pulled a “back up” or safety line. The Cottonwood Fire and Medical Department also arrived and brought…
By Darcy HitchcockCo-Founder, Sustainability AllianceMay 11, 10-11:30 online – Together let’s explore our insights and the implications around these three broad areas: Grow/Eat, Work/Learn, Get around/Travel. What changes are likely to persist and how will that affect our community, for better or worse? How can we create a more resilient, equitable and thriving community? Four members of the Sustainability Alliance will be facilitating. Register through OLLI.
Cottonwood AZ (May 8, 2020) – On May 6, 2020 at approximately 7:22 AM, Cottonwood Officers responded to the 1400 block of E. Birch Street, Cottonwood AZ for the report of a male subject who had been observed demonstrating erratic behavior and threatening others with physical violence. Citizens in the area advised officers that this subject’s erratic behaviors have been escalating over the last few weeks. Officers identified this subject as Cottonwood resident, 57-year-old Jeffrey John Thomas. Due to Jeffery Thomas’ erratic and unusual behavior Mobile Behavioral Crisis Team was called to assist with a mental health evaluation.
By Virginia Volkman, DirectorSedona AZ (May 8, 2020) – With Mother’s Day on their minds, Sedona Library Board members shared stories about their mothers for a column in 2014. A common theme emerged: how all were first introduced to their local libraries thanks to their mothers. We’re sharing two of the stories again – one from New York City and one from a very small town in upstate New York. Despite coming from diverse backgrounds, these individuals share similar childhood experiences at their libraries that are cherished memories.
Sedona AZ (May 8, 2020) – The Sedona International City of Peace (SICOP) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to the Board. Each new member will serve a two-year term.The new board members come from a diversity of backgrounds. They are:
By Ted Grussing… it was one of those kind of days … by 9AM all plans for the day were out the window and new ones made … and changed as the day progressed. It was an interesting day and the finest unplanned events were whilst out on the deck this afternoon, One curled up on my lap and we took a nice nap with breezes keeping us cool … ditto this evening while trying to work on some photos. Absolutely no way that you can decline love offered like that, especially when she curls up into a tight ball…
Prescott AZ (May 7, 2020) – Sheila Polk, Yavapai County Attorney, has announced the winners of the annual outstanding employee awards. “All of the employees in this office are top-notch, making these annual selections a very rewarding but tough process,” said Polk. “This past year, our office handled some horrific crimes. Yavapai County is truly fortunate to have so many dedicated folks working hard to keep our communities safe.”The following awards were presented to County Attorney employees.
Interviews with Community Leaders Available on OLLI’s YouTube ChannelSedona AZ (May 7, 2020) – Sedona residents obeying stay-at-home policies may wonder what’s going on around the community–at places like City Hall, the hospital, the school district, the foodbank, philanthropic organizations, local businesses, Yavapai College, caregivers to homebound elders, the newspaper, and the police department.That curiosity now can be satisfied via a series of Zoom conversations recorded by Paul Friedman and Linda Shook of OLLI (the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute). They asked a dozen local leaders how their organizations are helping Sedona residents cope with the consequences of this pandemic.
Clarkdale AZ (May 7, 2020) – On Tuesday May 5th, at approximately 4:00, the Verde Valley Fire District responded to a Wildland assignment in Clarkdale behind the CTI facility.VVFD was dispatched to multiple reports of a brush fire with smoke visible in the Gulch area. On arrival crews found a brush fire by the railroad tracks moving slowly towards the West. Crews had to hike in to the fire approximately 500 yards due to no roads in the area. The fire was contained to approximately a ¼ acre with no structures threatened. The cause of the fire is undetermined at…
Jerome AZ (May 7, 2020) – For the first time in 55 years, Jerome will not be having The Annual Historic Home and Building Tour due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. This is the longest running home tour in the state of Arizona, and draws approximately 1500 people in two days for the wonderful celebration of historic and unique homes in the mile-high town. This tour is the major fundraiser for the Jerome Chamber of Commerce.