Sedona AZ (July 14, 2015) – A new online course helps private clinicians understand Veteran terminology and issues. The Veterans Choice Program is making it easier for thousands of Veterans to receive their health care from providers outside of the VA system. Many community providers are not trained or experienced in treating this unique Veteran patient community. To make it easier for health... 

Sedona AZ (July 13, 2015) – On July 12, 2015, at approximately 10:30 in the evening, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the report of a stabbing incident in Rimrock, Arizona. Deputies found the 39-year-old victim with a small stab wound to his stomach area. The victim explained that while driving along Cliffside Trail from East Valley Lane, as the road curves right... 

Sedona AZ (July 13, 2015) – In April of 2008, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office received approval from the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE) to implement the 287(g) Program which allows specially trained law enforcement personnel to enforce immigration law and identify foreign born criminals. Over the years, YCSO’s Detention Services Division has maintained a staff of trained... 

Sedona AZ (July 13, 2015) – The Center for the Future of Arizona and the Morrison Institute for Public Policy at Arizona State University have committed to supporting the Verde Valley Forum for Public Affairs 2016 forum, “Cooperatively Evaluating and Improving Post-Secondary Educational Opportunities in the Verde Valley and Sedona.” The Forum will be held at the Cliff Castle Conference Center... 

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... 

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... 

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...