Sedona AZ (March 10 2011)–According to the 2010 U.S. Census numbers released today, the City of Sedona population divided by the two counties of Coconino and Yavapai stands at 10,031. Most of the area’s Coconino county growth was centered in the city of Flagstaff which grew slightly less than 25% since the 2000 U.S. Census. Yavapai County grew slightly more than 25% reporting a... 

It is spring; the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and the volunteers are abundant in the Verde Valley. Once again, the monthly Yavapai County Unsung Heroes Volunteer Award is a couple’s game. Terry and Carla Trujillo have been the sun in many people’s lives through their volunteer work with the Special Olympics, coaching basketball. Nominated by John and Sherry Herring, the Trujillo’s... 

Gary Chamberlain on west to east cross country bike trip 2010 Folksville USA is a virtual town of real riders! As a former 1990 Triathlon Today “All American” I know about workouts and that sound that goes “Pssssssssss” is either something natural or unnatural that has just invaded my bike tire, and interrupted my workout. You see, I am now one of many “Old Dogs” who still ride 100-200... 

Sedona Red Rock High School Please attend this important meeting on Thursday, March 24 2011, from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Sedona Red Rock High School. Please tell everyone you know about the meeting by sending this article using the social networking options below. Facebook and Tweet this article on your sites! The USFS has changed this meeting from a presentation of the proposed changes... 

Sedona City Councilor Barbara Litrell Sedona AZ–I voted in favor of the route transfer of 89A in West Sedona after 4 years of involvement  with the issue of 89A safety and ADOT’s proposed solution of continuous roadway lighting. It was one of the issues that motivated me to run for City Council. When ADOT proposed 76 lights in June 2007, the community was aghast at the idea of continuous roadway... 

Sedona AZ (March 2, 2011) – The Sedona Heritage Museum is hosting the next in its 2011 series of Living History presentations on March 16, 2011 at 9:00 AM at the Sedona museum. This is a change in the originally posted date. Dr. Connie Stone will discuss the history of the “The Archeology and History of the Agua Fria National Monument.” Dr. Stone served as the first archeologist for... 

Commissioner Paul Newman Sedona AZ (March 2 2011)-Arizona Corporation Commissioner Paul Newman introduced an amendment to require Arizona mines to pay their fair share of clean energy but his amendment failed by a 4-1 vote. Newman wants mines like the Morenci mine – owned by global giant Freeport McMoRan – to pay its fair share of Renewable Energy Standard and Tariff (REST) fees.  “The Morenci... 

Sedona AZ-As part of the Storm Water Quality Management Program for the City of Sedona, many steps are taken to enhance the quality of storm water draining from its stormwater system into Oak Creek. The City encourages citizens and visitors to participate in efforts to keep Sedona’s storm water clean.  One of the areas you can help with is the proper disposal of pet waste.  Please keep the following... 

Dear Editor,      There are no guarantees but once you are annexed, there is no turning back. In response to the Verde Independent 2/27/11 Opinion & Commentary regarding “When it’s time to pay your tax bill, life is good in Cottonwood,” I phoned the County Assessor’s Office (928-771-3220) and would like to share some facts. First, if you take a specific house in Verde Santa Fe (Cornville)... 

Mike Ward I have received many emails regarding my vote on the SR 89A transfer issue.  I appreciate that some of you were disappointed that your point of view regarding the transfer of SR 89A did not prevail with the Council. I assure you that I did not take this decision lightly.  There were many compelling arguments on each side of the issue and a few that were completely ungrounded.  There were...