Sedona, AZ — New season features internationally acclaimed guest artists, expanded subscription options, a new partnership with Enchantment, and a refreshed brand designed for the Symphony’s future. SEDONA, AZ (July 1, 2026) — Sedona Symphony today announced its 2026–2027 season, featuring four classical concerts and a Pops finale, while also unveiling a refreshed visual identity and redesigned website that mark an exciting new chapter for the organization. The announcement reflects the Symphony’s continued evolution as it strengthens community partnerships, enhances patron experiences, and expands its visibility throughout Sedona and the Verde Valley. A NEW SEASON. A NEW CHAPTER. THE SAME…
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Sedona, AZ — The Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley, located at 100 Meadowlark Drive off Route 179 in Sedona, is a welcoming, egalitarian, inclusive congregation dedicated to building a link from the past to the future by providing religious, educational, social and cultural experiences. The JCSVV offers soul-enriching services, programs, concerts, and classes, all listed on the synagogue website, jcsvv.org. Office telephone: 928 204-1286. Visitors are welcome to attend services after a security check. Those who cannot attend in person can access the service through zoom. All are invited to Erev Shabbat service on Friday, July 3 at 5:30 pm…
By Amaya Gayle Gregory Sedona, AZ — Years back, my favorite expression was, “What about this can’t you love?” It kind of still is, but I understand it totally differently and probably would use another word besides love, although love when understood for what it actually is, works beautifully. This. Just this. Only this. This alone. This this. Yeah. Life exactly as it is, you exactly as you are. What if you didn’t have to fix yourself, improve or alter anything? Can you imagine the freedom in that? And what if you offered that freedom to everyone you come across?…
By David Stephen Sedona, AZ — Imagine that a trained neuroscientist is leading a technology group, and that group is seeking to answer questions about machine consciousness then they hire a philosopher. [Anything about consciousness and intelligence are brain problems, not philosophical label problems. Philosophers in the consciousness problem are labelists. Consciousness is not a problem for philosophers to solve. So, if a neuroscientist hires a philosopher to solve a brain problem, either the neuroscientist does not want the problem solved or the neuroscientist lacks a deep mind.] The excellence of Google DeepMind, under the leadership of Demis Hassabis, was about…
Four candidates say Home Rule may pass or fail. Their “whatever happens, happens” approach could put city services, local nonprofits, and Sedona’s ability to govern itself at risk. Opinion by Bear Howard Sedona, AZ — For nearly four decades, Sedona has operated under a simple reality: the city is largely funded by visitors, not residents. Every year, millions of dollars flow into Sedona through sales taxes and bed tax paid by tourists, restaurant patrons, shoppers, and overnight guests. Those dollars support police protection, parks, road maintenance, transit services, tourism management, community programs, and dozens of quality-of-life improvements that residents enjoy…
By Mike Schroeder Sedona, AZ — The July 21 vote is simply about who controls Sedona’s city budget. FALSE. The council always controls the budget, and under AZ statute there are three funding choices: Base – Based on an early 1980 number, some small cities still use that; Permanent Base Adjustment – around 54% or AZ cities use that, and growing; Home Rule – which by law must be voted on every 4 years, and IF FAILS, one of three things happen: 1. The city must use BASE, which in our case is not a good deal. 2. The city…
Sedona, AZ — Moss never grew beneath the feet of Sedona mayoral candidate Brian Fultz, having lived in so many places. But when he touched down in Sedona, he knew he was finally home. “I grew up in Indiana and have lived in Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Japan,” Brian said. “I have lived the longest in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia, which is where my wife, Amy, and I moved from before arriving to Sedona. “I brought my family to Sedona in 2004 for Spring Break. The weather was terrible the whole time with rain, sleet, and snow. …
By Steve Segner Sedona, AZ — As the election season unfolds, several candidates are campaigning on the premise that Sedona’s city government is broken. Before accepting that conclusion, voters should carefully examine the facts. Sedona is in a unique financial position. Revenue generated largely through tourism-related sales and lodging taxes provides the city with resources that many communities can only dream of. The city maintains substantial financial reserves and continues to invest in public safety, infrastructure, transportation, and community improvements while preserving its long-term fiscal stability. Some residents speak of “our tax dollars” as though public funds should be directed…
SEDONA, Ariz. – The city of Sedona invites the public to attend free community events the first week of July to celebrate America’s 250th birthday! Family friendly events include Stars, Stripes & Skates, Dive-In Movie and the Sedona Summer Splash. All three events will be held at the Sedona Community Pool, located 570 Posse Ground Rd. Stars, Stripes & Skates: a free mid-summer synthetic ice-skating rink with free skates will be available to the public during the following days and times: July 1 – 3, 2026 – 3:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. July 4, 2026 – noon to 9:30 p.m.…
June Squibb delivers bravura performance in story of friendship, aging, family and loss Sedona, AZ — The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to present the Sedona encore of “Eleanor the Great” showing July 3-9 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre. “Eleanor the Great” features a bravura performance from June Squibb in the title role of the spirited 94-year-old who tells a tale that takes on a dangerous life of its own. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZ6l2ue–KA Eleanor Morgenstein has always stayed engaged and connected to the people around her. So, after a devastating loss, she relocates from Florida to New York City to live…
SEDONA, Ariz. – Beginning July 6, 2026, Julie Graham will serve as the city’s Communications and Public Affairs Manager. With over 25 years of experience in public sector communications, Julie’s background includes managing a regional health district communications department and overseeing risk and outbreak communications projects for the World Health Organization. Throughout her career she has led numerous successful campaigns and projects, ranging from global mass event response planning to crisis management for pandemics and natural disasters. Most recently, she spent 15 years in strategic, media, legislative and stakeholder communications for the state of Washington. She has a Bachelor of…
From Oct. 10-11, Sedona’s oldest and largest premier arts event celebrates 35 years with featured artists, live entertainment and more. SEDONA, Ariz., June 24, 2026 — Over the weekend of October 10-11, 2026, the 35th Annual Sedona Arts Festival will showcase a diverse lineup of more than 100 juried artists from across the country. Held on the campus of Sedona Red Rock High School, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road in West Sedona, this renowned fine art festival will also feature live music, food trucks and more, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Sedona’s red rocks. The festival will run from 9…
Letter to the Residents of Sedona: Submitted by Al Comello, 28-year resident of Sedona Sedona, AZ — As a 28-year Sedona resident, this is why a YES vote on Proposition 400 is the right choice now—and why a Permanent Base Adjustment should be pursued in 2028. I wish we did not have to vote on Home Rule every four years. In fact, I hope this is the last Home Rule election Sedona ever has to hold. Many Arizona cities have moved beyond repeated Home Rule elections by adopting a voter-approved Permanent Base Adjustment (PBA), which provides a stable long-term spending…
Sedona, AZ –Hello Sedona! I’m Brian Fultz, and I was elected to the Sedona City Council four years ago. I currently serve as your vice mayor and am running for mayor. My wife, Amy, and I are 21-year homeowners in Sedona, and we’ve lived here full time for the last five years. We have three children, plus a daughter-in-law, in their 20’s that live in Texas, California, and Morocco. Like most of us, I first came to Sedona as a visitor and fell in love with the red rocks and the friendly locals that I met and that led to…
By Melissa Dunn Sedona, AZ — For those I haven’t met yet, here’s a bit about me. I spent years in high tech as a Principal Product Architect at Microsoft and Amazon; as Director of Search and Product Management for Sears Digital, and as Director of Digital Product at Sainsbury Argos in the UK, designing search engines and digital customer experiences. I led teams of up to 50 across product design, UX, UI, copywriting, taxonomy, and research. I hold degrees in political science, sociology, and human‑centered design and engineering. My husband, George, and I love adventure travel — we’ve explored…