Change comes with new state lawPhoenix AZ (April 4, 2019) – Motorists who qualify for a permanent disability placard no longer need to worry about the portable credential expiring.Qualifying Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division customers with a disability are now being issued blue permanent placards that have no expiration date. A new state law eliminated the previous five-year renewal requirement.
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Nest now empty after four attempts to produce hatchling Phoenix AZ (April 4, 2019) – For the past four months, viewers have been treated to round-the-clock glimpses of a pair of nesting bald eagles through a live-streaming camera installed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD).Now there’s not much to see but an empty nest made of twisted twigs and branches on the side of a sheer cliff above Lake Pleasant, a disappointing sign that any hope of the birds producing a hatchling will have to wait at least another year.
Camp Verde AZ (April 4, 2019) – The next Music in the Stacks, a free monthly concert series, will take place on Thursday, April 11th 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.
Sedona AZ (April 4, 2019) – The Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley and Red Earth Theatre are offering a rare and powerful opportunity for individuals who are living well with mental health challenges and issues. The “Our Stories Ourselves/Performing Wellness” storytelling project is open to individuals over 18 who are ready to share their stories of resilience and hope. We are looking for 6-8 individuals. Would you consider sharing your story? Do you know someone who might? Read on…
By Ted Grussing… to me? Or to someone or something else? In any case our blue heron friend was proclaiming something of which I was clueless … he was a beautiful subject for this shot though and I like that you can see both of his wings in this image.
Sedona AZ (April 3, 2019) – It is with a mix of gratitude and sadness that the Board of Directors of the Humane Society of Sedona (HSS) announces the departure of their Executive Director of the last three years, Austin Gates. Gates is stepping down in order to return to Michigan to be closer to her aging mother.“Austin has done an exceptional job for HSS and we are very sorry to see her leave – but respect her decision to be close to family.” says HSS Board President, Sheila Hoffmeyer. “During her tenure she has initiated new programs and developed…
Partnership with Inter Tribal Council of Arizona highlights ADOT resourcesPhoenix AZ (April 3, 2019) – To strengthen working relationships with American Indian tribes, who are key stakeholders in the state highway system, the Arizona Department of Transportation has launched a series of forums to share ideas and provide information on agency resources.Offered in partnership with the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, the Tribal Transportation Working Group connects agency representatives with transportation officials and other representatives from 22 tribes on matters ranging from enforcement of weight restrictions on state highways to sharing information from industry conferences.
Dance, Groove & Celebrate!Sedona AZ (April 3, 2019) – April is when the spring kicks in and the fling is in the air. Arizona Music Hall of fame Icon Walt Richardson returns to the Sound Bites Grill Stage with his amazing Reggae Rock One Love Show, Saturday April 6th, 2019 7pm. Walt brings fellow musician friends, drummer, Gigi Gonaway, (Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Aretha Franklin), Lead Guitarist, Drew Hall, and Bass Guitarist, Marcus Weeden. This show will definitely get you on the dance floor or grooving in your chair.
By Ted Grussing… and with it the Iris will soon be blooming and this is the year I am going to spend lots of time shooting them. Lucky for me that a lot of neighbors grow absolutely beautiful varieties of Iris … mine never seem to do as well as others … could be that I forget to fertilize and water them. White Iris are my favorites and this one is exceptional and the yellow pollen is scattered on the lower petal adding a tinge of color.
Sedona AZ (April 2, 2019) – Professional recording artist and concert guitarist Anthony Mazzella will be performing a concert of his original music at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Thursday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m.The show will feature music from Mazzella’s solo CDs Ritual, Heavenly Guitar, Unity and Electric Fingerstyle Guitar.Billboard Magazine describes Mazzella as “the new generation of guitar hero” and Guitar One magazine voted him “one of the top ten guitarists in the country”. He has released six CDs and currently performs regularly statewide in Arizona.
Sedona AZ (April 2, 2019) – The Verde Valley Sanctuary is seeking volunteers to help in several areas of the full-service domestic violence support agency. We are looking for a “Green Thumb” volunteer to help maintain the beautiful outdoor areas of the Twice Nice Thrift Store in Cottonwood. Transportation volunteers are needed to take our clients shopping, run errands, and deliver donated food. Weekend volunteers are needed to help with the children at the shelter, to play games, read, and give the Mom’s a little respite. We are in need of a volunteer hair stylist to donate haircuts to our clients a…
Sedona AZ (April 2, 2019) – The Mental Health Coalition Verde Valley is partnering with Spectrum Healthcare, Sedona International City of Peace and Aumbase Sedona to launch the second season of “Meditation Monday in the Park” beginning on April 15 and continuing every Monday until September 30. The community meditation will be from 5:30pm-6:30pm at The Pavilion at Posse Grounds Park and will be led by a member of the partner organizations.
Sedona AZ (April 2, 2019) – Join the city for a Celebration of Spring, Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at Posse Grounds Park. This fun, family-friendly event will be held on the multi-use field with games and vendors galore. Included will be carnival rides, a petting zoo and live entertainment. The egg hunts begin at 10 a.m. for children 12 and younger, and hunts will be divided into four age groups. Some 21,000 eggs are waiting to be found! Local businesses will be on site with interactive displays and the Easter bunny will be on hand for pictures.
By Ted Grussing… I took this shot a few years ago on a morning flight up to and over the Colorado Plateau. There were numerous storm cells drifting around the area, some large blue holes with the sun coming through and in general all seemed well with the world.
Bolshoi Ballet production from Moscow debuts on the big screen at Fisher TheatreSedona AZ (April 1, 2019) – The Sedona International Film Festival presents Ballet in Cinema on Sunday, April 7 when it hosts the big screen encore of “The Golden Age” from the Bolshoi Ballet in Moscow. There will be one show at 4:00 p.m. at the festival’s Mary D. Fisher Theatre. With music by Dmitri Shostakovich and choreography by Yuri Grigorovich, “The Golden Age” Ballet will feature the Bolshoi principal dancers, soloists and Corps de Ballet.