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.

Sedona AZ (October 21, 2015) –  The Sedona Heritage Museum presents Michael Peach in a special and spooky performance of “Haunted History”, on Saturday October 31 at 3:00 p.m.Come spend an autumn afternoon at the Museum and hear ghostly tales – some of which have their origins right in our own back yard!

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Cottonwood AZ (October 21, 2015) – Meet Bogart and Beaumont who have been with the Verde Valley Humane Society for a while and wishing with all their might that they will be in their forever home shortly. They are Min Pin mixes, neutered, and about 2 years old. They are funny and very loving lap dogs. They can’t wait to meet you.The Verde Valley Humane Society is open from Monday-Saturday from 10a.m. to 5p.m. and located at 1520 W. Mingus Ave., Cottonwood, AZ 86326 (approx. 1 mile past the Cottonwood Muncipal Airport). Call 928.634.7387.

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By Ted Grussing… this young Bobcat is likely facing his first months alone in a new territory having spent the first months of his life under the care and tutelage of his mother. Now it is make it on his/her own time … no safety net, just life as it is presented and lived each day. This little one is looking pretty healthy and well fed and for whatever reason I am beginning to see them again. I saw this one on the way home from the airport on Saturday and he let me spend a few minutes with him…

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Presented by The League of Women Voters of Verde Valley and The People’s ConventionSedona AZ (October 20, 2015) – Over 70% of Americans want money out of politics, term limits for our elected officials, a balanced budget, equal rights for women and reductions in greenhouse gas emissions—and yet Congress seems unable to act on any of these issues!  So, the only legal option outside of voting them all out of office – is to amend the U.S. Constitution.

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Sedona AZ (October 20, 2015) – Keep Sedona Beautiful is inviting individuals, businesses and local organizations in the Verde Valley to submit nominations for its annual achievement awards.For the past 43 years, the mission of KSB has been to protect and sustain the unique scenic beauty and natural environment of the Greater Sedona Area.  Each year, KSB honors individuals, businesses and organizations that have made outstanding efforts that help our community achieve these goals. 

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By Ted Grussing… the odds are pretty good your home is included in this photo I took this morning.  This is one of the most all-inclusive photos I have taken of the area. Working from the lower right we’ll follow SR 179 as it travels north through the Village of Oak Creek where I live. On the right side of the road you have the Village of Oak Creek and going all the way out to Pine Valley. You can also see the executive golf course on the right. (Cork routinely cleaned my clock on that course). On the left…

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Camp Verde AZ (October 19, 2015) – As our high desert summertime temperatures begin to cool and before our first snow fall, it’s time to warm up with authentic Hawaiian Hula, culture and music by attending the 12th annual Ho`ike (hula exhibition show) presented by Halau Hula Napuaokalei`ilima. Kumu Hula Kehau Chrisman invites you to join the Halau on a Saturday, November 7, 2015 at the Phillip England Center for the Performing Arts (280 Camp Lincoln Road in Camp Verde).  Doors open at 12:45 PM and the show starts at 1 PM.

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Sedona AZ (October 19, 2015) – Red Rose Inspiration for Animals has been promoting quality Art and Craft Shows to fund Animal Rescue/Welfare programs since the fall of 2009.  Red Rose is celebrating their 13th season, with the final show of the year on October 24 and 25 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.    The event takes place at the parking lot of the Olde Sedona Bar and Grill at 1405 W. Highway 89A, Sedona.  Free parking and admission.   Not affiliated with any other shows in town and all proceeds from the event go to benefit programs created by Red Rose Inspiration…

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Sedona AZ (October 17, 2015) In-Take Date of April, 2015My name is Amelia, and I am a beautiful, 2 year old, spayed female, Heeler mix breed kind of dog.  I have been at the shelter since April of this year which is a rather long time, so my Animal Care Team wants me placed in a home as soon as is possible. They are concerned for my mental wellbeing because I am getting very sad.  Don’t get me wrong, I try to smile every day, they say “attitude is everything”, but sometimes, it hits me hard in my chest that I…

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Dear Sir, Parking meters in Uptown Sedona is a step in the right direction.We understand the city is short on funds. However, with the revenue from the new meters, the city will have the necessary funding to take positive action to speed up traffic flow.Study after study shows traffic meters help local merchants and traffic flow; offering people a place to park and shop.

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By Ted Grussing… a perfect set of eyes to due interrogation and on a larger scale the query would be the truth or be my next meal. I love the faces and eyes of owls, and they had a couple at the train station today for fundraising purposes for a shelter.  He was actually a pretty diminutive little guy, but the eyes are captivating and makes him seem like a giant!!!

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Cottonwood AZ (October 16, 2015) – On October 13, 2015, around 3 PM, 66-year-old William Neal Adkinson (hometown has not been confirmed), was involved in an accident near Forest Service Road 361, off of Hwy-260 in Cottonwood, Az.  He was operating a “Polaris Razor” as the only occupant and while attempting to pass another off-road vehicle, apparently lost control due to his speed. Adkinson drove onto a raised dirt shoulder then through a barbed wire fence and down a steep embankment. The vehicle appears to have rolled several times.  Adkinson was ejected and suffered numerous serious injuries.

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Sedona AZ (October 16, 2015) – On Friday October 23rd, Alberto Rios, Arizona’s first poet laureate will speak at the Sedona library from 7-9 pm.  Rios has published several books of poetry, short story collections, and a memoir.  The last time the Pumphouse Poetry and Prose Project invited Rios to read, the auditorium was packed and when the show was over the excited throng spilled into the cool autumn night enthusiastically discussing ideas and literature.

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Sedona AZ (October 16, 2015) – The gift-giving holiday season is fast upon us all.  What do we do for those on our list who have everything?  You may want to check out this weekend’s Fall Arts & Crafts Fair at the Sedona Heritage Museum.  The show is Saturday only, October 24 at the Museum in Uptown Sedona.  Doors are open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  The show will be set up in the historic Jordan apple packing shed and the surrounding park. 

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