Information & Perspective by Warren Woodward December 27, 2017In addition to my appeals of the Arizona Corporation Commission’s decision in the APS rate case, there are now two more challenges to APS. Last week at the ACC’s rate case docket, Intervenor Richard Gayer filed a Motion to Compel APS to comply with the ACC’s decision. Gayer’s Motion rightfully claims that the ACC’s decision did not grant APS the right to double bill for meter reading. Right now, APS is billing customers who refuse “smart” meters a meter reading fee of $2.30 per month as well as an additional meter reading fee of $5…
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Camp Verde AZ (December 27, 2017) – Join us in the Terracotta Room at Camp Verde Community Library from 3:00 – 3:45 pm on Wednesday, January 3rd for a free Legal Talk Webinar from AzCourtHelp.org. This legal talk takes place at the Coconino County Law Library and will be streamed live at Camp Verde Community Library. The presenters will talk about different ways to get parental control of someone else’s child, go over the steps in a guardianship or non-parent custody case, and give information about Power of Attorney as an option. Live Chat will be available for audience questions.
Sedona AZ (December 27, 2017) – Sedona local, Gail Edwards just appeared on Netflix’s Fuller House, reprising her role as Vicky Larson, 24 years after her last appearance on ABC’s Full House.Edwards retired in 1993 thinking she was done with the ‘biz.’ It never occurred to her she’d be appearing in a reboot of one of her favorite sitcoms. “I was so off the Hollywood grid, it took casting three months to find me but, thankfully, they did. It was like déjà vu walking onto Stage 24 at Warner Bros. visiting the recreated set. Though I was credited as a…
By Dr. Marta Adelsman Life Coach in Communication and Consciousness www.DrMartaCoach.com (December 27, 2017)”I’m so sorry!” she choked through her sobs. “My mother will kill me!” The impact was light enough that no one was hurt, no air bags deployed. When the other driver didn’t get out of the car right away, I approached her window. She rolled it down and I saw her hyperventilating and crying, her head in her hands. She seemed near panic.
By Ted Grussing… getting set to launch ourselves into 2018 and believe it will be a year of joy, happiness and most of all the adventure of facing new days with a sense of wonderment … what is out there waiting for us and where are we going as we hurtle through space circumnavigating our galaxy … goodbye comfort … hello the unknown.
Free screening & discussion of Being Mortal explores end-of-life careCamp Verde AZ (December 26, 2017) – Accord Hospice of Sedona is hosting a free, community screening of the documentary “Being Mortal” on Wednesday, January 17, 2017 at 10 am at the Camp Verde Community Library, 130 Black Bridge Road in Camp Verde. After the screening, audience members can participate in a guided conversation on what the next steps are in identifying and communicating your wishes about end-of-life goals and preferences.
By Ted Grussing… from One and me … a joyous and blessed Christmas is upon us and we wish you all the joys of the season.I took this shot of a sunrise a couple of days ago and it was the first picture I have taken with one of my pro cameras since I received my new hip and I was determined to use it tonight. I took the shot of me with my Galaxy S5 this afternoon whilst on an outing with One and the shot of One was taken earlier this year.
Cottonwood AZ (December 23, 2017) – During the past week, the Partners Against Narcotics Trafficking Task Force (P.A.N.T.) received information from another Arizona Drug Task Force suggesting 34 year-old Michael Margerison of Page may have recently moved into Yavapai County and that he had an active felony warrant issued for his arrest. The arrest warrant stemmed from charges related to Fraud, Conspiracy to Transport Dangerous Drugs for Sale and Money Laundering.On December 20, 2017, at approximately 4:30 PM, P.A.N.T. Detectives, assisted by a lead provided from the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, located Margerison in 900 block of S. Main Street…
Sedona AZ (December 22, 2017) – Music in The House is proud to ring in 2018 with the return performance of Gary Simpkins and Loose Change, a four piece folk/rock ensemble focused on the eclectic and nuanced songs of Gary Simpkins, a performer/singer/songwriter with plenty to say and plenty to sing about. And sing he does, surrounded by the rich sounds of the band! With smooth voice and unique guitar style, Simpkins pulls you into his songs and holds you there throughout the evening. Those who remember the band’s exciting show in December 2016, will be treated to many new…
The Collective Sedona Ends 2017 and Welcomes in the New Year with Benefits That Give Back to Worthy Community CausesSedona AZ (December 22, 2017) – The Collective Sedona is ending the year with a benefit for childhood cancer and starting the new year off with a festive dinner and dancing show benefiting the Verde Valley Habitat for Humanity. Both events will take place in Vista Hall, a special event venue located on the second level of The Collective Sedona.
By Virginia Volkman, Library DirectorSedona AZ (December 22, 2017) – It’s a wonderful life we live here in Sedona, where even though the calendar tells us it’s winter, there are still enough colorful leaves on the trees to fool us into believing that it’s fall; where some days are warm enough for hiking in shorts.And yet … winter does bring colder temperatures and darker days. We spend more time indoors and we gather together to share stories. At Sedona Public Library we greet winter with the Annual Quilt Show, which features the colorful work of talented local quilters. This year’s show kicks…
By Ted Grussing… we had a lot of moisture and the colors in the inner basin were amazing … I took thousands of photos and found it difficult to delete a lot of them, but there comes a time when the need to delete arrives and so this evening I began deleting a planned 3,000 of these photos from September and October 2016 and leave me with about 1500 images. The difficulty is that they are all of this quality or higher, but many are near duplicates so that makes it a little easier … 600+ hit the bit buckettonight.
Phoenix AZ (December 21, 2017) – As the countdown to Christmas begins, Attorney General Mark Brnovich is asking Arizonans to be extra cautious when making last-minute gift card purchases.“Gift cards are one of the most requested items on holiday wish lists. Unfortunately, thieves like gift cards too,” said Attorney General Brnovich. “Con-artists are now able to scan gift card numbers inside the store and drain away balances before you can even use the card.”
Sedona AZ (December 21, 2017) – An extraordinary holiday season musical performance comes to our community. Acclaimed concert pianist Kathryn Mientka will present a special concert in the intimate space at the Sedona Hub (525-B Posse Ground Road, Sedona) on December 29 at 7 pm.Tickets are $9 in advance online at www.JunctionConcerts.comand $10 at the door. Call 970-241-4579 for more info.
A bi-weekly JCSVV class on Thursday afternoons 2:00- 4:00 pm from January 11 to June 28, 2018Sedona AZ (December 21, 2017) – Jesus, his family, and his disciples were Jewish. His actions and teachings were the product of a fascinating dialogue with—and reaction to—the traditions, cultures, and historical developments of ancient Jewish beliefs. By understanding Judaism before and during Jesus’ life, Jews and Christians will appreciate each other more.