Prescott AZ – Fall brings not only cooler weather but the enchanting sounds of a new season of music from the Prescott Strings Classical Chamber Orchestra.   The first concert of this, their 28th season beginning Friday, November 12 2010, at 7:30 PM will be held in their usual venue at the beautiful St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in north Prescott. Dr. Phil Kuhns, orchestra director and conductor,... 

The City of Sedona Parks and Recreation Department has moved its water aerobics program indoors for the winter.  Ongoing for several years now, this year round program is available to adults of most physical fitness levels who are interested in adding variety to their work-out routines.  Water aerobics is a leader in low impact aerobic exercise, allowing the participant to work at their own pace... 

All are invited to Canyon Mesa Country Club for a 9-hole golf tournament on November 5th at 9:00 AM, benefitting the Susan G. Komen Foundation.   Canyon Mesa, located at 500 Jacks Canyon Road in Sedona’s Village of Oak Creek, is a beautiful par 28 course that is challenging for all skill levels. Rental clubs and carts are available. The entry fee is $30, which includes golf, prizes, gifts... 

The City of Sedona is currently seeking to fill two positions on the Housing Commission.  Both terms are from November 1, 2010 through October 31, 2013.    The deadline to submit applications to be considered to serve on the Housing Commission is Monday, December 6 2010, at 5:00 pm.    This seven-member commission makes recommendations regarding housing related matters to the City Council. ... 

The City of Sedona is currently seeking to fill two positions on the Planning and Zoning Commission.   Both are for three years terms, from October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2013. The deadline to submit applications to be considered to serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission is Monday, December 6 2010, at 5:00 pm.    Sedona residents with an interest in land use planning and development... 

Sedona AZ—Just in time for the gift giving season, the Verde Valley Sanctuary, a private, nonprofit, northern Arizona organization that provides emergency shelter to abused women and their children, has launched a new fundraising initiative. 365 Days of Hope: A Raffle Benefiting the Verde Valley Sanctuary is a yearlong raffle contest featuring a variety of beautiful and valuable prizes. Between... 

On October 27, 2010, the City Council provided staff direction to move forward with soliciting proposals for a Parks and Recreation Master Plan once the Parks and Recreation Commission approves the final bidding document. Funding for this project will come from a dedicated funding source, Parks and Recreation Development Impact fees.  The current balance of funds available for projects totals $1.8... 

Election Results from CAWP:  Republican Women Follow Winning Trend  Election results compiled by the Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP) for U.S. Senate and House and governors show that Republican women matched winning patterns of Republicans overall, and some notable firsts were achieved. Republican women’s gains in the U.S. House were offset by Democratic women’s losses;... 

Turn lanes at SR 89A and Airport Road on schedule Traffic signal installation scheduled The Arizona Department of Transportation has completed the first phase of improvements at the intersection of State Route 89A and Airport Road in Sedona. The construction included a right turn lane on State Route 89A, a left turn lane on Airport Road , and drainage improvements. A new traffic signal will be installed... 

The Sedona Fire District has been the subject of much controversy in the last few years. This has been the result of an antagonistic culture between the district and some members of the board, as well as some misinformed but very vocal members of the community–including some of our current opponents in this election. This has resulted in problems with district operations, declining morale, and...