SEDONA AZ–Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Republican candidate Beth Price worked in the Community College doing assessment and statistical analysis. “I found that fifty percent (50%) [of students] could not do tenth grade math and twenty-five percent (25%) could not read and write at the tenth grade level. That was just unacceptable. Reading, writing and math were just basic... 

SEDONA AZ–“I believe our public education system is in trouble and that I have the experience and leadership to change that,” Democratic candidate for Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Penny Kotterman said. “It is just pretty much that simple. ‘It is in trouble on a variety of fronts. The standard line is that we are doing more and more with less and less, with more and more... 

SEDONA AZ–“Planning for the future is what attracted me to this race,” Democratic candidate for Arizona Corporation Commission David Bradley said. “As a Child Welfare Administrator and a State Legislator, I believe in planning ahead for our energy future so that those who come after us have air to breath and water to drink. We need a clean energy standard that is workable and buildable... 

SEDONA AZ–“I watched decisions being made on our behalf,” Arizona Democratic candidate for Secretary of State Chris Deschene said,  “and I faced an election challenge that sought to depress the vote and stop voters in my district from being heard. So I was interested in improving the state of our elections. I have a simple vision and a priority and my vision is to be inclusive. That means... 

SEDONA AZ–“There has been an incredible move towards indebtedness and government involvement in business,” Arizona Republican candidate for U.S. Congress-CD1 Rusty Bowers said. “There are massive new regulations on our businesses. As a small businessman myself, and working with other businesses, I am actually scared for my children and family. I’m worried that we will never get out of... 

SEDONA AZ–Sign up now for October Swap Meet!  Is stuff piling up in your garage? Bring those unwanted items to the Community Swap Meet Extravaganza on Saturday, October 16 and forget the hassle of holding your own garage sale. The event will be held on the upper field at Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Ground Road, Sedona, from 9 AM until 2 PM.   The Swap Meet (a.k.a. Garage Sale, Flea Market,... 

Do you plan to have write-ups about the Democratic Candidates?  I know we’re few and far between, but we ARE residents of Sedona and read your paper.  Emma Carpini sedonaeye.com: Thank you, Ms. Carpini for asking an important question. Every candidate running for an office in Arizona is offered equal and fair access at Sedona Times Publishing. Please read the candidates interviews on Election... 

Onne van der Laak, the Flippin’ Dutchie, has been cooking “Dutchies” in the Netherlands and the East Coast for over 20 years and finally is bringing the Dutchies to the South West. Where in the Southwest? Ft. Tuthill County Park , the Fair Grounds in Flagstaff, Arizona beginning September 3 at 10 AM until September 6 at 10 PM. Come and enjoy authentic “Dutchies.” ... 

SEDONA AZ–“Being a former Assistant Attorney General, I know how important the office is,” candidate for Arizona Attorney General David Lujan said. “It is the top consumer advocate and law enforcement office in the state. Being that the economy is tough that becomes even more important. My priority will be the consumer fraud and scams that we see, ID theft, mortgage fraud, and in particular,... 

SEDONA AZ–“I just retired from the Marsall’s office,” candidate for Verde Valley Constable Monte Reimer said. “And some of the local citizens asked me to run for Constable. I have been serving papers for the last 21 years with the Marshall and I have good people skills. I think that is important, to treat people decent. I enjoy the work. I had this thought that I could retire and stay...