FLORENCE AZ (December 14, 2011) – The Arizona Department of Transportation opened Hunt Highway between Merrill Ranch Parkway and Arizona Farms Road. Pinal County Public Works crews were able complete repairs that included the removal of a large pot hole resulting from water run-off. Crews replaced a section of road with new sub-grade and paving and completed the work two and a half hours ahead of... 

Cottonwood AZ (December 12, 2011) – A packed house applauded the December 2011 Yavapai County Unsung Hero Award winner, Richard Shay of Cottonwood Arizona. Candidates for the award are nominated each month by a Yavapai County entity or citizen and presented by County Supervisor A. G. Chip Davis. The December 2011 winner was nominated by the Cottonwood Arizona Chamber of Commerce and the... 

Dear Arizona Taxpayer and Friend of Verde Valley School, I  hope this letter finds you enjoying the run up to the holiday season. On campus, students are gearing up for mid-terms, semester grades and a well-earned Winter Break. As a graduate or friend of Verde Valley School you know the value of an independent school education. One way independent schools stay independent in their finances and governance... 

Sedona Eye guest columnist, Mel Copen Sedona AZ (December 12, 2011) – Every now and then, issues arise which I believe are important, but which can be dealt with in substantially less than a full column. When I accumulate a few, “points to ponder” is the result. The First Amendment to the Constitution contains the wording: “Congress shall make no law … abridging the freedom of speech…”... 

Eddie S. Maddock, Sedona Eye Columnist Sedona AZ – If the title causes a few eyebrows to rise, then it served its purpose. As the conclusion of another very difficult year rapidly approaches, it brings to my mind that even the utmost unique situations, not only globally but within our own little incorporated City of Sedona, are surmountable. When tempers and fury rage, frequently, logic seems... 

SEDONA AZ (December 12, 2011) – At the end of this year Captain Tim Lefler will retire from the Sedona Fire District (SFD) after more than 25 years of dedication to the Fire Service. The public is encouraged  to attend a farewell gathering for Captain Lefler at SFD Fire Station #3, 125 Slide Rock Road, in the Village of Oak Creek on Friday, December 16, 2011 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. Loving the outdoors,... 

Abandoned political signs litter Arizona highways Dear Verde Valley residents, Americans and taxpayers,   PC, also known as political correctness, isn’t part of my vocabulary – so hang on tight.   When I was young, 65 years ago, the nearest adult could reshape the attitude of any young person out of control, without hesitation or beating-around-the-bush trying to be PC. What... 

SEDONA AZ  (December 4, 2011) – Academy Award winners, up-and-comers and old friends will complement and enhance the week-long experience surrounding the 145 films to be screened at the 18th Annual Sedona International Film Festival, February 18-26, 2012. Turner Classic Movies host Robert Osborne returns with his favorite classic films. Academy Award-winning producer, artist and costume... 

Sedona AZ (December 9, 2011) – On December 7, 2011, the Sedona City Council held a budget retreat in preparation for the upcoming fiscal year 2012-13 budget. First on the agenda was a review of the Council priorities and accomplishments to-date for fiscal year 2011-2012. In addition, city staff provided an update on the current budget as well as an economic update, including anticipated fund... 

Sedona AZ (December 9, 2011) – The City of Sedona is working with the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality in offering an environment-friendly way of recycling your Christmas tree. Mark your calendars. From Monday, December 26, 2011 through Tuesday, January 24, 2012, the City of Sedona will be accepting Christmas trees for recycling into wood chips. Trees may be dropped off in the...