Author: Tommy Acosta

Tommy Acosta is the publisher, editor, and lead opinion writer of Sedona.biz, the hyperlocal cyber magazine known as "The Voice of Sedona and the Verde Valley." He writes on local issues, politics, national affairs, culture, and personal reflection, often with a provocative or satirical tone.In addition to his work as a writer, Acosta is a working musician and reflexologist. He has written extensively about the challenges Sedona's musicians face, noting their low pay despite the town's vibrant music scene.Acosta describes himself as a "political actualist," rejecting strict party affiliations and instead focusing on how people are manipulated by political processes. His coverage spans local Sedona issues, tourism, short-term rentals, cultural events, community building, as well as national commentary and critiques of political figures, sometimes through imaginative pieces like "What Would Tommy Do?"Acosta is deeply engaged in Sedona's cultural and spiritual community, advocating for local musicians, artisans, and businesses, and writing about Sedona's unique identity as a spiritual and artistic hub.

Clarkdale AZ (January 30, 2019) – Clarkdale’s Town Council adopted a specific focus area plan for the Central Business District on February 27, 2018.  This plan was developed with input from the Planning Commission, residents, businesses and Town Staff.

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Camp Verde AZ (January 30, 2019) – Come to Camp Verde Community Library from 4:00-7:00 pm on Thursdays starting on February 7th through April 11th for no-cost tax preparation and e-filing services for taxpayers of all ages by AARP Tax-Aide IRS-certified volunteers.

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By Ted Grussing… I can do it … been a long time since I have worked on a floral image and after a truly boring day, I decided to do it. It is a floral arrangement a friend gave to Corky back in 2012 and it has just been sitting in a folder hidden from view … I dug it out a few minutes ago. The trip to Tucson was changed to a date a few weeks off and I decided to tackle one of the jobs I dislike more than just about anything and that is keywording the photos…

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Clarkdale AZ (January 29, 2019) – Did the date, January 8, 2019, have meaning for you?  Although it has quickly come and gone, it is not forgotten by the Clarkdale Historical Society and Museum (CHSM). 2019 is the 180th anniversary of the birth of William Andrews Clark, founder of Clarkdale, Arizona.Born in a log cabin on January 8, 1839, Clark grew to become a farmer, teacher, Civil War soldier, prospector, woodcutter, teamster, cattle driver, grocer, mining engineer, banker, builder, real estate tycoon, scoundrel Senator, railroad magnate, copper baron and an avid art collector.  By the time of his death in…

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Sedona AZ (January 29, 2019) – Sedona Public Library will feature a presentation on prehistoric fire-making techniques on Wednesday, February 6, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.  The program is free and open to the public.Al Cornell, who was recently featured in an issue of Arizona Highways, will be the speaker.  He is a recognized expert in primitive skills and survival-related training. He has a special expertise in ancient fire technologies.

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Sedona AZ (January 29, 2019) – Harmony on the Rocks, Sedona’s chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, is bringing Singing Valentines to Sedona and the Verde Valley again this year.

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Larry and Leslie Latour ~ “Songs and Stories Of Two Lives Together”Sedona AZ (January 29, 2019) – It’s that time again.  Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Larry and Leslie Latour in their fourth return engagement at the Sedona Hub for their always fun and poignant “Music in the House” Valentine’s Day show, Thursday, February 14th, 2019, 7-9pm. Tickets are an always sane $10 at the door, and doors open at 6:30pm.  

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By Ted Grussing… perhaps the attraction of the sea is so strong because that is where our very distant ancestors came from or perhaps it just the attraction to such enormous beauty and power … about 11 hours west of where I took this shot are Japan, Korea, China and other countries and parts of the earth which are always there, but seldom in our thoughts. The first time I crossed the Pacific Ocean enroute to Okinawa via Hickam AFB in Hawaii, Wake Island, Tokyo International and finally down to Kadena AFB, it took about 40 hours total flying time.…

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Clarkdale AZ (January 28, 2019) – Over the last few years, ASU’s Global Institute of Sustainability through their Project Cities Program has chosen to work with one city per year on a variety of sustainability-oriented projects that can benefit from professors’ and students’ new ideas.This year at Town Council’s direction, Clarkdale’s staff applied to the program, a university-community partnership through which the faculty and students collaborate with a municipality to co-create strategies on subjects that may benefit from new thinking and ideas. After scoring all the applications, ASU chose the City of Peoria with whom to work, and Clarkdale just…

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Sedona AZ (January 28, 2019) – On Thursday February 7 the Friends of the Forest (FOF) is hosting a new member welcome event at the Red Rock Ranger Station Visitor Center on State Route 179 just south of the Village of Oak Creek.  FOF looks forward to seeing not only new members, but also anyone interested in learning about and hopefully joining our organization.

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The Music In The House Young Singer/Songwriter Showcase with Sarah Walder, Danielle Glick, and Shawn DennehySedona AZ (January 28, 2019) – Join Cellist and songwriter Sara Walder from Flagstaff, along with singer/songwriters Danielle Glick from Cottonwood and Shawn Dennehy from Tucson and Flagstaff, for a night of wonderful original songs at a special “Music In The House Young Singer/Songwriter Showcase” at the Sedona Hub, at 7pm on Friday, February 8th, 2019. This eclectic mix of performers will all perform together on the stage in what will be a funky and surprising mix of music. Music In The House regular Ryan…

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Sedona AZ (January 26, 2019) – Sedona has a new heath care practice thanks to a regional partnership that provides seed loans to Verde Valley entrepreneurs.Mary Watson, M.D., launched Tribe Wellness in October with the help of the VVREO revolving loan program. Previously, Dr. Watson was the attending outpatient psychiatrist with Northern Arizona Healthcare. Prior to that, she worked in Carlsbad, California in private practice, inpatient and intensive outpatient care and in Austin teaching at a psychiatry residency training program.

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Sedona AZ (January 26, 2019) – The Social Action Committee of the Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley will offer a “HOT TOPIC” on Lifesaving Healthcare Apps. The presenter will be  Marilyn Gard, President of LifeSaverGroup on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 from Noon to 1:30 PM in the synagogue social hall.

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