Forest prescribed burn method Sedona AZ (July 21, 2014) – With similar weather conditions in the forecast, Coconino National Forest fire managers expect the Willard, Bar M, Pothole and General fires to grow significantly again today. Though the acreages are increasing, fire severity remains constant, continuing to provide positive results and fulfill fire’s natural role in the forest ecosystem. Crews... 

Sedona AZ (July 20, 2014) – “OFFICIAL UPDATE JULY 24, 2014 @ 1:32 PM – Sedona Plane Crash Victims Identified – The Yavapai County Medical Examiner has confirmed the identifies of 4 individuals killed in the plane crash near Sedona on Sunday, July 20, 2014. Jonathan McGeary , 22, from Flagstaff, Arizona – indicated as the pilot; Levi Wallace, 23, from Prescott, Arizona; Johanna... 

Article submitted by the City of Sedona AZ Sedona AZ (July 11, 2014) – As of Monday, July 14, 2014, the City of Sedona Parks and Recreation department’s office will be found at 525 Posse Grounds Road, Sedona. This new location, formerly the Public Works Maintenance building, is conveniently close to the tennis courts and amenities at Posse Ground Park. The City hopes this will be an easy... 

Article submitted by the City of Sedona AZ Sedona AZ (July 10, 2014) – Darleene Nelson and Jim Edkins have paintings exhibited in the Sedona City Hall Chambers, now through the end of September 2014. Nelson completed her BFA from Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She has always been inspired by observations of nature and collects, photographs, sketches, and journals. Darleene tries... 

Sedona 89 A Midgely Bridge over Oak Creek Canyon before the Slide Fire burned over 20,000 acres Sedona AZ (July 10, 2014) – Even though the Slide Fire has been extinguished, there remains a threat of flash floods, mudslides and rock slides in Oak Creek Canyon. On three occasions recently, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) temporarily closed portions of State Route 89A between Sedona... 

SedonaEye.com columnist Eddie Maddock Sedona AZ (July 9, 2014) – Reading headlines “As of July 1st the Shelter No Longer Receives Funding in Support from the City of Sedona” provoked the following knee jerk reaction: From: Eddie Maddock Date: 7/2/2014 5:03:55 PM To: Rob Adams; MDinunzio@ci.sedona.az.us; Barbara Litrell; John Martinez; Mike Ward; Dan McIlroy; Jessica Williamson; Subject:... 

Sedona Police Department is located on Roadrunner Drive in west Sedona Sedona AZ (July 7, 2014) – The Sedona Police Department, in partnership with the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS), will be conducting a 90 day Selective Enforcement Patrols (STEP) within the city limits of Sedona. STEP is focused on a variety of safety-related moving violations and traffic offenses.... 

SedonaEye.com columnist Eddie Maddock with a commentary on the Sedona Humane Society service contract situation Sedona AZ (July 5, 2014) – Someone approached me about writing a story covering the Humane Society of Sedona fiasco, explaining the e-blast from the HSS was obviously one-sided and the city should have equal opportunity. My initial response was “no” because of my love of... 

Harley McGuire and pals will look for you at the park on July 19Sedona AZ (July 1, 2014) – The City of Sedona Parks and Recreation Department cordially invites all animal lovers and dog owners to support its fourth annual A Dog’s Day Out in the Park. This pet friendly event takes place on Saturday, July 19, 2014, from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on the multi-use field at Posse Grounds Park. This... 

Sedona AZ (July 1, 2014) – The Coconino National Forest has expanded the Slide Fire emergency closure area to include all National Forest land within Oak Creek Canyon beginning Thursday (July 3) with closures as soon as today if weather indicates. Please be aware that persons have reported receiving ticketed fines after ignoring the closure notice. The closure is being implemented for public...