Sedona AZ – The following is the State Bar of Arizona response to the Goldwater Institute petition that the State Bar violates constitutional rights of attorneys from State Bar President Jeff Willis: “First, the State Bar of Arizona has always felt that the court is the proper place for this discussion and a rule petition is the correct way to address this issue rather than the legislature. While... 

Sedona city view Sedona AZ  – The RunSedona Half-Marathon, 10K and 5K events will be held February 2, 2019, beginning at 8:00 a.m. with road closings and restrictions in effect for Sedona residents and visitors. Mark your calendars now.  The marathon course begins on Navoti Drive near Bristlecone Pines Road, heads eastward to Calle del Solle, enters SR 89A heading east, then turns north onto... 

Sedona AZ (December 29, 2018) – Does word of snow in the high country put you in the mood to sled, ski, throw snowballs or build Frosty the Snowman? With a longer New Year’s weekend on many people’s calendars, US 180 northwest of Flagstaff and other highways near popular snow-play areas are likely to see longer lines of traffic as the day progresses. So be ready to spend extended time in... 

Sedona AZ (December 17, 2018) – Attorney Robert C. Billar of Yuma was disbarred for stealing his client’s money and failing to comply with the State Bar of Arizona’s investigation. He had been on interim suspension, preventing him from practicing law since March 13, 2018. The State Bar’s investigation was prompted by a charge from a client who requested an accounting for approximately $54,000... 

Sedona AZ (December 17, 2018) – After almost eleven years, Jerry Showalter will depart the Sedona Volunteer Park Rangers on December 31 of this year. Bob Huggins, program manager for the rangers, says Showalter’s contributions have been significant. “Jerry was been with us since almost the beginning of the program and has been a real leader and example for others to follow. He will... 

Sedona Fire District Sedona AZ  (December 3, 2018) – A Sedona resident’s quick thinking helped to minimize fire damage to their home. SFD firefighters were dispatched to 180 Inspirational Drive, Sedona, shortly before 7:00 Sunday evening, when the occupant of the home noticed that something was amiss. After lighting a fire in the wood stove insert, the occupant noticed that there was a slight... 

Sedona AZ (December 3, 2018) – Arizona Secretary of State Michele Reagan today issued the official canvass of results for the 2018 General Election. The Secretary was joined by Governor Doug Ducey, Attorney General Mark Brnovich and Chief Justice Scott Bales for the formal certification. “2.4 million Arizonans voted in the general election,” said Secretary Reagan. “Turnout for the 2018... 

Sedona AZ (November 28, 2018) –  The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) has been awarded approximately $442,000 in grant funding from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). The grants will help with overtime costs associated with driving under the influence (DUI) enforcement, seat belt enforcement operations, overtime costs stemming from targeted distracted driving enforcement... 

Coconino County in relationship to other Arizona state counties. Sedona AZ (November 26, 2018) – On November 6, 2018, Coconino County’s voters adopted merit selection to replace the direct election of superior court judges. Going forward, candidates for superior court judge vacancies will apply to a sixteen-person commission, which will nominate qualified candidates based on their merit and submit... 

Sedona AZ (November 21, 2018) – No construction closures are scheduled along state highways over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, November 21 through 26, 2018.  Please focus on safe driving, be patient in heavy traffic and use caution in existing work zones. Be sure to buckle up, don’t speed, avoid distractions (don’t text and drive) and never drive while impaired. If driving in...