Sedona AZ (June 6, 2019) – Over 30 caring community members “lashed out” against domestic violence on April 27th at the Sedona United Methodist Church to support clients of Verde Valley Sanctuary who are survivors of domestic abuse. The Lash Out Against Domestic Violence event was spearheaded by Andrea Kadar, Corina Taylor, Kaitlynn Schabatka and Barbara Quayle. They held a brunch at the United Methodist Church with a presentation by Jennifer Perry, Development Director of the Verde Valley Sanctuary. The event was free of charge to attendees and guests had the opportunity to purchase discounted Mary Kay Products to stock…
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Sedona AZ (June 6, 2019) – June brings the return of two great bands back to the Sound Bites Grill stage. The weekend of June 7th and 8th brings, the Chilly Lopez Blues Band, (blues, soul music and vocals) and Summa Totius (Latin flamenco groove) back to Sound Bites Grill.. Friday June 7th, 7pm The Chilly Lopez Band takes the stage and Saturday Night at 7pm Latin Flamenco soft rock band Summa Totius, lights up the evening.
By Ted Grussing… from Russia with love comes this beautiful black chow named Shine. I truly enjoy doing portraiture of animals whether domestic or wild … and to be honest I do not know which is easier to do. After a few minutes of trying to get the proper chow poses, Shine just took off and ripped around the yard and his brudder, a bichon was chasing him too … all in all I got a lot of fun action shots of the guys tearing around the yard. Shine, did come from Russia and is a very beautiful creature. So, I got…
Clints Well AZ (June 5, 2019) – Fire managers on the Mogollon Rim Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest have determined a lightning-caused fire that began May 30 is ideal for managing and will allow the fire to fulfill its natural role and consume forest debris.The 2,273-acre Coldwater Fire is approximately 4 miles south of Clints Well, burning in an area consisting of dead and down pine and mixed conifer. Firefighters conducted burnout operations Monday to secure boundaries of the fire, and additional burnout operations are planned throughout the week along Forest Road 141, heading east, southeast. This will…
Clarkdale AZ (June 5, 2019) – Yavapai College leadership and elected officials of the Verde Valley met over lunch on Tuesday at the Yavapai College Sedona Center to discuss the construction of a new skilled trades center in the Verde Valley.These preliminary discussions were led by Yavapai College President Dr. Lisa Rhine and her executive leadership team. A number of elected officials were in attendance, including representatives from Camp Verde, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Sedona, and Yavapai Apache Nation.
By Dr. Marta Adelsman Life Coach in Communication and Consciousness(June 5, 2019)My muscles clenched in fight mode as I glanced over at my husband, Steve, sitting in the driver’s seat. We had begun a drive north to Flagstaff, and I could feel the burning hot anger as it coursed through my insides. I felt shocked at how our seemingly innocent conversation, with lightning speed, had flared into a full-blown argument. While I wanted to spew hot-lava words, I knew from past experience they would escalate the disagreement. Steve and I would both end up feeling miserable.
Sedona AZ (June 4, 2019) – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises motorists who use State Route 179 between Sedona and Interstate 17, through the Village of Oak Creek, to plan for alternating lane closures and delays in both directions starting Monday, June 17, for lane striping.Nightly lane restrictions will be in place Sundays through Thursdays, from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., for approximately two weeks.
By Ted Grussing… there are few things that can bring a smile to my face more than watching the squirrels in our neighborhood as they bounce their way across the grass … I caught this one in mid flight as the back feet have just left the ground and the front are reaching for the next landing spot. Summer is coming and the squirrels will be out and about. Towards fall they will begin to bury acorns and such … they do not always remember where they buried them and the lost treasures will eventually grow new trees … all part…
Rimrock AZ (June 4, 2019) – YCSO deputies had a busy Sunday, June 2, 2019, with a major incident involving a suicidal subject presenting serious threat to themselves, family, and the surrounding community. The incident was eventually resolved without a shot fired or serious confrontation due to ongoing negotiations while assisting personnel deployed to protect the surrounding neighborhood.
Camp Verde AZ (June 4, 2019) – The next Music in the Stacks, a free monthly concert series, will take place on Thursday, June 13th at 5:30 pm in Camp Verde Community Library’s Fireside Room. Music in the Stacks is a showcase of local and national musicians who entertain regularly in Northern Arizona. There are 4-6 different performers during the show, with a rotating variety each month.
… a nice quiet day today with some work on photos, stones, and study of various tech things I have an interest in … end of day, One and I spent an hour or so relaxing on the deck; at least that is where I was, One was in hiding in a bush waiting for prey to come her way. In fact towards the end of our outing some quail made their way towards us. I could see One going into a crouch position and begin to slowly move towards the quail. She was very patient and seeing a confrontation…
Sedona AZ (June 3, 2019) – At the May 29, 2019, council meeting, council members directed staff to proceed with another Sedona in Motion project, the Forest Road extension, and chose Design Option 1. The council also directed that the design include a sidewalk and bike lane, or shared-use bike/walk pathway.A 2018 survey of Uptown residents found 78 percent supported building the extension. It will allow Uptown residents to bypass the two roundabouts at Brewer/Ranger roads and the Y, and serve as an additional access / egress route for emergency responders and emergency evacuation. When the extension is completed vehicles will use…
Drivers should plan ahead for delays up to 30 minutes while roadway is reduced to one lane onlyJerome AZ (June 1, 2019) – The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for lane closures on north- and southbound State Route 89A between the town of Jerome (milepost 344) and Old Fain Road (milepost 330) while a pavement-repair project is underway. Drivers could experience delays up to 30 minutes while SR 89A is reduced to one lane only.Work is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, and Thursday, June 6.
Camp Verde AZ (June 1, 2019) – Fire managers with the Mogollon Rim Ranger District are evaluating whether or not a recent lightning-caused wildfire above Mogollon Rim would be beneficial to the area by allowing it to burn and consume dense forest fuels.The Coldwater Fire, discovered Thursday morning, is approximately 40 acres and about 4 miles directly south of Clints Well, near Coldwater spring. The fire poses no danger or threat to any residents or structures, but it is producing smoke visible to motorists along state Route 87 and recreationists in the area.
Camp Verde AZ (June 1, 2019) – Join us at Camp Verde Community Library Monday, June 17th from 9:30 am – noon for a writing workshop for writers and for those who don’t label themselves writers – but want to record memories. This workshop will focus on writing a memory, using a time and an animal. Come and write about animals in your life. Come prepared to write (if you choose). You may leave with a memory of a special pet or animal that made an impression on you.