By John Roberts, Sedona Resident(April 18, 2018)What’s up, rather with our city staff ? That’s a far more pertinent question for all of us in Sedona.There’s a couple of facts about police inaction I have witnessed on the Soldier Pass Roadway with cars illegally parked – – actually on the asphalt paving itself.Soldier Pass is now being dangerously inundated daily with forest trail hiker parked cars, up to 45 of them, stacked along both sides with some even sitting beyond the white stripe.
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Sedona AZ (April 18, 2018) – Stage 1 campfire and smoking restrictions will be implemented on most of the Red Rock Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest starting on Friday (April 20) at 8 a.m.The restrictions apply only to specific areas of the Red Rock Ranger District, including National Forest land in the Verde Valley on the east side of the Verde River, Oak Creek Canyon, lower Sycamore Canyon, lower West Clear Creek, Fossil Creek and Bullpen. The area southeast of Interstate 17, east of Forest Road 618, and north of Forest Road 214 is not included in the restriction area.
Clarkdale AZ (April 18, 2018) – Yavapai College is hosting an Arizona SciTech signature event, Xplor-Ology: Discover STEAM in the Verde Valley, at the YC Verde Valley Campus in Clarkdale on Friday, May 11.The free, three-hour event opens at 3 p.m. and will feature more than 30 local businesses, organizations, municipalities and YC programs showcasing science, technology, engineering, art and math (S-T-E-A-M). The Verde Valley Café will be open from 3 to 5:30 p.m. so attendees may enjoy dinner while they explore.
Sedona AZ (April 5, 2018) – The Social Action Team of the Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley, offer the next in their ongoing series of “Hot Topics” sessions on Wednesday, April 25 from noon – 2 p.m at the synagogue, 100 Meadowlark Drive in Sedona. The topic presented will be “Personal Advocacy in our Healthcare System Today” offering practical strategies and resources which allow seniors to be in charge of the long-term care they will receive as they go through the aging process. The goal of this presentation is to give seniors the tools they need to make sound decisions…
16th Annual Sedona Firewise CleanupSedona AZ (April 18, 2018) – The Sedona Fire District (SFD) and the U.S. Forest Service are joining together to offer Sedona area residents an opportunity to dispose of their yard waste and combustible vegetation. SFD Fire Station #4, located at 391 Forest Road in Uptown Sedona, will be accepting yard waste Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 18th, 19th and 20st, 2018 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The event is open to all Sedona Fire District residents.Fire Marshal Jon Davis reminds everyone that fire restrictions are just around the corner. Now is the time to…
Clarkdale AZ (April 18, 2018) – The Northern Arizona Student Art Show (NAZSAS) is a juried art show for aspiring high school artists that has become a major art event in Northern Arizona. The public is invited to attend and view works of over 350 student artists from nine regional high schools. Over $3,000 will be awarded to the top artists through scholarships and cash prizes. Made In Clarkdale Through the Ellie Bauer Scholarship fund, Made In Clarkdale will be offering a $1,000 scholarship this year.
Sedona AZ (April 11, 2018) – Prof. S. Sommer will present two talks at Sedona’s Yavapai College, on Thursday, April 12 and on Thursday April 19, start time 6 PM. Dr. Sommer’s first talk is on Climate Change and Our Life Support Systems. The second talk is on Climate Refugees and Arizona’s Future. Both events are open to the public.
A benefit concert celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Dave Brubeck’s history 1958 State Department Tour will be performed LIVE by his sons’ trio at Performing Arts CenterSedona AZ (April 17, 2018) – The Brubeck Brothers Trio returns to Sedona to perform a benefit jazz concert for the Sedona International Film Festival on Wednesday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sedona Performing Arts Center.The Brubeck Brothers Trio features acclaimed jazz musicians Chris Brubeck on bass and trombone, drumming sensation Dan Brubeck and Chuck Lamb, a major creative force on piano. They are excited to be returning to Sedona for this special benefit performance…
Sedona AZ (April 17, 2018) – After consulting with local County Emergency Managers and District Rangers, it has been determined that effective Friday, April 20th, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. Sedona Fire District (SFD) is implementing fire restrictions.These restrictions prohibit all open fires, fire pits and campfires (except those noted below). During the period of fire restrictions, no burn permits will be issued and existing burn permits are hereby suspended. Fireworks and other pyrotechnic displays are prohibited, unless permitted by the Fire Marshal.
Cottonwood AZ (April 17, 2018) – The First Cottonwood Earth Day March and Rally will take place on Sunday, April 22, starting at 10 am. The March will start at Riverfront Park and end at a Rally at the Verde Valley Montessori School on N. Main St. The march and rally are sponsored by the Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance. This event is open to the public and people are encouraged to bring signs on preserving and protecting Planet Earth.
Sedona AZ (April 17, 2018) – They’re back! After numerous requests, Verde Valley favorites Gail Kennedy, vocalist, along with Steve Sander on keyboards and vocals, return once again to The Sedona Hub for a delightful afternoon of music and merriment on Sunday, April 29, from 4-6 p.m.
Sedona AZ (April 17, 2018) – The Yavapai Food Council (YFC), a local non- profit organization, is looking for volunteers to help support the distribution of food throughout the Verde Valley this summer.YFC prepares and delivers school meals throughout the Verde Valley and also provides food and resources to Emergency Food Providers across Yavapai County. In Yavapai County, the percentage of families and children who qualify for assistance is significant. As an example, one out of every three children in this community are food insecure. YFC assists those in need by preparing and delivering nutritious school lunches to schools that,…
Violinist Gregory Harrington and Cellist Eleanor Norton scheduled to attend and performSedona AZ (April 17, 2018) – The Northern Arizona Healthcare Foundation will host two world-renowned musicians at the 16th annual Copper Ball, “Tapas on the Rocks” Sunday, May 20, 2018, at Seven Canyons in Sedona. Violin soloist Gregory Harrington and cellist Eleanor Norton are scheduled to take part in the event as special performing guests.
Cottonwood AZ (April 16, 2018) – April 16 at approximately 9:50 am the Verde Valley Fire District responded to Thousand Trails and Forest Service 147A for a report of a camper on fire. Crews arrived on scene to discover the mid-size camper 50% engulfed and threatening surrounding wildland. Additional information provided indicated two propane tank were in the camper.
By Ted Grussing… a beautiful Cardinal came for a visit over the weekend whilst One and I were out on the deck enjoying a blustery Spring day. He was trying to call a mate in I think and spent several minutes going from branch to branch while continuing his plea for a mate to join him. I had the Canon 1DX with the “new” 100/400 lens and got 100 plus shots in a relatively short time and most of them were excellent shots, but still the cull has to occur and get it down to a half dozen or so…