Sedona AZ (February 21, 2010) – American Legion Post 135 and Auxiliary Unit 25 are seeking applicants for the coming 2010 Girls and Boys State program. The program is open to high school Juniors (11th grade) who will complete their senior year of high school locally. The week-long course for the boys is held at Northern Arizona University. The girls week-long course instruction is held at the... 

Recently many questions have come up from Sedona citizens regarding the possibility of a Route Transfer of SR 89A in West Sedona and what it means to the City.  This information is part of the City efforts to keep the community informed about the reasons why the City is considering a Route Transfer. The SedonaEye.com thanks the office of the City of Sedona Manager, Tim Ernster, for this article and... 

It seems that ADOT and the pro-lights advocates on the City Council have created a political ploy to define the options about streetlights along 89A.  It’s either lights along the strip or no lights and ADOT turns over road maintenance to the city at a cost of millions.  They’ve done this to scare residents into supporting the lights – which will also cost millions. But what about... 

Deadline for Arizona Property Tax Exemptions Looms, Applications Down Widows, widowers and disabled individuals who meet certain income requirements can qualify for an exemption from property tax on their primary residence.  State statute spells out the period of time that the Assessor may accept applications for the exemption.  The filing deadline for 2010 is March 1.  “We know that folks... 

Bruno Groening, God’s Healer Sedona AZ (February 12, 2010) – Bruno Groening (Miracle Healer) documentary film, meeting and an accompanying one hour lecture begins promptly at 9:30 a.m. at the Keep Sedona Beautiful building, 360 Brewer Road, Sedona. It is a free event open to the public. Early birds are welcome to lend a hand setting up chairs at 9:00 a.m.! “We welcome anyone to come... 

Sedona AZ Sedona AZ (February 12, 2010) – The “Smartest Way is the NSA” is a community event planned at the Hilton Sedona Resort and Spa on Wednesday, February 17, 2010. Larry Warren, Emmy-winning TV journalist and public lands advocate, will speak on the economic benefits of preservation and the urgent need for the Sedona/Verde Valley area to support the Sedona-Red Rock National... 

This City Talk Column is written by Acting City Clerk Mary Gladieux and submitted by the City of Sedona. Sedona AZ (February 9, 2010) – The City of Sedona will be holding a vote-by-mail primary and special election on March 9, 2010. The races include three city council four-year terms, one city council two-year term, and the mayor for a two-year term.  A proposition will also be on the ballot... 

Sedona AZ (February 9, 2010) – The City of Sedona Parks and Recreation Department offers an introduction to Astronomy, an interactive educational and entertaining evening under dark skies beginning at 6: 30 PM on Thursday, March 4, 2010 at Posse Grounds Park, 525 Posse Grounds Road, west Sedona. This is a free event so reserve class space early. Participants will be taught about the... 

Highway Clean-up Volunteers Needed State Route 89A – MP 356 (Cottonwood) to MP 370 (Sedona) Looking for a worthwhile outdoor activity this weekend?  A group project is planned to help maintain a portion of scenic State Route 89A, the gateway to Sedona.  Join your neighbors, make new friends, get some fresh air and burn a few calories while you’re at it.  When:    Saturday, February 13,... 

Sedona red rock scenic area along the Village of Oak Creek SR 179 Sedona AZ (February 9, 2010) – The National Scenic Area Coalition invites the public to hear Larry Warren, acclaimed TV journalist and western public lands advocate, speak about land controversies, the economics of preservation, and why Sedona and the Verde Valley must support the proposed Sedona-Red Rock Scenic Area (NSA) designation. This...