Sedona AZ (November 9, 2011) – Ahhh, it’s fall again ~ football, autumn leaves, and, yes, a gauntlet of campaign signs filling our boulevards and demanding our attention. And with another election coming this next spring (March 13, 2012), we can expect a plethora of bigger and more plenteous super-sized signs thanks to our State legislature. Apparently our State lawmakers thought that local... 

The Jewish Community of Sedona and the Verde Valley invites everyone to a special service on Veterans Day, Friday evening, November 11, 2011 at 7:30 PM. This Shabbat service of celebration and gratitude, lay-led by Robb Gordon and synagogue members who are veterans, will honor all who served in our armed forces. There will be readings dedicated to all those who served, or who are currently serving,... 

Sedona AZ (November 9, 2011) – The City of Sedona is holding its 2012 Primary Election on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 and its General Election on Tuesday, May 15, 2012. The following council seats are available: three (3) council seats for a four-year term and the Mayor’s seat for a two-year term. The monthly compensation is $450 for Councilors and $650 for the Mayor.   If you wish to run... 

Dear VVS Community,   Privilege. It was my privilege to join the Verde Valley School community in May 2011. Project Period, Commencement and shortly thereafter Alumni Weekend marked my first few weeks on campus. This series of events illustrated to me the special nature and power of a little school tucked behind Cathedral Rock. Genuine. To be successful at VVS, one must be genuinely engaged... 

Sedona AZ (November 9, 2011) – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will conduct the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS).   The nationwide test will occur on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 2 p.m. eastern... 

Sedona AZ – 11:20 AM – Please be advised of an emergency evacuation order: At this time, some residents near Navajo Road and Canyon Diablo are being evacuated due to a damaged gas line which is leaking. Deputies should be on scene shortly to assist the fire department.   Dwight D’Evelyn, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Media/Crime Prevention Coordinator 928-777-7441 dwight.develyn@co.yavapai.az.us Visit... 

SEDONA AZ (November 8, 2011) – The Sedona-Bell Rock Kiwanis Club and the Sedona Fire District (SFD) are partnering to collect coats for needy children in Sedona and the Verde Valley throughout the months of November and December. These coats will be distributed through The Sedona Clothing Bank and The Old Town Mission.   New or gently used coats (any size) can be dropped off at one of the following... 

Sedona AZ (November 8, 2011) – The City of Sedona and the Citizens Steering Committee for the new Community Plan are delighted to announce the opening of your public Community Plan Room at an Open House on Monday, November 14, 2011 from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m.   This event will be held in the Community Plan Room at the Vista del Norte building located at 1725 West State Route 89A, Suite D... 

Hi Everyone, I wanted to ask you to mark your calendars for next week, Tuesday, November 15 2011. from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM at the Cottonwood Recreation Center. If you can come for a while to SUPPORT LOCAL and INDEPENDENT ARTISTS, DESIGNERS, CRAFTERS & SMALL BUSINESSES I am sure the Vendors will be very appreciative. If you are coming on your lunch hour, please feel free to bring your lunch... 

Sedona AZ (November 11, 2011) – The Sedona Heritage Museum’s annual Veteran’s Day tribute will be on Friday, November 11, 2011 beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Museum. The program will honor veterans and active service people. This year’s event will begin with a stirring program honoring our veterans, with a special tribute to the Museum’s long-time member and Historian Sherman Loy,...