Merrill Roberts’ Monsoon in Sedona Sedona AZ (July 9, 2015) – Monsoons can linger over any area dropping intense amounts of water in a short period of time. Your home or business could be at risk for flooding. Anywhere it rains, it can flood. Even if an area has yet to experience a flood, it can happen now or in the future. Flood risk isn’t just based on history – it is also based... 

U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, AZ-CD4 Sedona AZ (July 8, 2015) – Today, U.S. Congressman Paul A. Gosar (AZ-04) released the following statement after the House successfully passed an amendment by a vote of 222-206 that he spearheaded along with Congressman Cresent Hardy (NV-04) to prohibit public land management agencies from carrying out declarations under the Antiquities Act in counties where... 

Article submitted by City of Sedona AZ and written by City Clerk Susan Irvine Sedona AZ (July 8, 2015) – The position of City Clerk is one of the most common positions in municipal government worldwide. It is also one of the least understood offices in local government. The municipal clerk is one of the oldest of public servants and traces back before biblical times. Over the years, municipal... 

Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – This information was delayed due to an ongoing investigation involving the recovered weapons and drugs: On June 30, 2015, at approximately 7:45 in the evening, a Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office K9 deputy stopped a white 2006 Nissan sedan for equipment and moving violations on northbound AZ Interstate 17 near Rimrock. The on scene investigation resulted in the... 

Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – Earlier today, the Goldwater Institute announced that it had filed a class action lawsuit against federal and Arizona state officials challenging the constitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act, which was enacted in 1978. One of the plaintiffs in the case is identified as A.D., a 10 month old child who is eligible for enrollment in the Gila River Indian Community. The... 

City of Sedona 2015 Employee of the Year Patty Lewis Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – On Friday, June 26, 2015, the City of Sedona Employee of the Year award was presented to Patty Lewis, Community Development Services Representative, as part of the employee recognition event held at City Hall. Patty started with the City of Sedona almost six years ago in her current position and has grown tremendously... 

Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office has provided additional information regarding the actions of the victim’s 39-year-old uncle during this drowning incident. The following is a synopsis from case reports: As the uncle and his nephew were attempting to recross the Verde River to return to their vehicle, the uncle told YCSO deputies he stepped off a ledge into water... 

Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Diane Douglas today responded to the latest court ruling on the case now referred to as Arce v. Douglas. “I will continue to move forward with my plan that all children in Arizona receive an inclusive educational experience that recognizes the greatness and the trials experienced by all ethnicities,” said Superintendent... 

Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – The Arizona Community Foundation is seeking proposals for funding from nonprofit organizations across the state to promote and advance animal welfare. Funding is available through a collection of animal-related funds established with the Arizona Community Foundation. Grant monies are available for projects that support wild animals and domestic pets in Arizona state... 

State capitol building in Phoenix AZ Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – In this year’s legislative session, an expansion of Arizona’s corporate tax credit for donations to Student Tuition Organizations (STOs) was passed and signed by Governor Doug Ducey. Sponsored by Representative Justin Olson, R-Mesa, the bill, HB 2153, added S Corporations to those allowed to receive a tax credit for donations...