Sedona Airport mesa Sedona AZ (July 26, 2012) – This morning at approximately 8:24 a.m., Sedona Police and Sedona Fire District personnel responded to a report of a plane crash near the Sedona Airport. Three people are presumed to have been on-board when the airplane attempted lift off only to crash. The plane, a Beech B-60, is registered to a two-time Olympic runner, Patrick Porter, of New... 

Sedona AZ (July 24, 2012) – The City of Sedona has been awarded a federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the Arizona Department of Housing and will accept bids from Arizona licensed contractors to construct various repairs to approximately six homes, all located in Sedona. The scope of work includes roofing, electrical, plumbing, painting, and other improvements. For additional... 

Sedona AZ (July 24, 2012) – The 26th Amendment of the Constitution states “The rights of citizens of the United States, who are eighteen years or older, to vote shall not be denied or abridged…” but yet we continue to see dismal actual voter turnouts. Since the mid 1960’s, voter turnout across all ages, with a few exceptions, has been declining. The United States has on average... 

Sedona AZ (July 24, 2012) – The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of Sedona by the Governmental Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its 2011 comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial... 

Sedona and Cottonwood Burglary Suspect Lorie Frontuto Charged Sedona AZ (July 24, 2012) – In March of this year, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office deputies investigated a residential burglary on Yucca Drive, off Arizona State Highway 89a, in Sedona. It appeared unknown suspect(s) had forced open a rear sliding door to enter the victim’s home. Suspect(s) stole vintage jewelry pieces from the... 

Sedona AZ (July 23, 2012) – The Sedona City Council has appropriated $4,000 in fiscal year 2012-13 to implement the seventh year of the Historic Preservation Commission Small Grant Program. These competitive grants will be given to the owners of a designated local landmark property or a structure or site eligible to be a landmark that has been identified in the City’s Historic Resource Survey. The... 

Smart Meter that caught fire after installation Sedona AZ (July 23, 2012) – The following is written by Sedona, Arizona resident Warren Woodward. He encourages its sharing via social networks and email distribution: Is everyone on the APS Smart Meter Opt out List? If not call today and register that you DO NOT WANT a SMART METER! I have a friend with 2 houses, one down in the Valley and one... 

Sedona Eye Four Paws Up Star Columnist, Harley McGuire Sedona AZ (July 22, 2012) – Well, Sedona and elsewhere fans, I hope all is well! Just wanted to reach out and let you know about a few big changes taking place at a local Sedona animal shelter- The Humane Society of Sedona – made possible by a 2011 Pedigree Foundation Innovation Grant. The Pedigree Foundation awarded The Humane Society... 

Sedona AZ (July 22, 2012) – Yavapai County Community Health Services is issuing a safety recall in cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration due to a potential food health hazard. Salmonella may be found in Wellements Baby Move Prune Concentrate.  Due to the potential health hazard, customers who purchased any of the item(s) below should not eat the product. The products may... 

Tom Duncan, Whiskey Ranch BBQ grill master FLORENCE AZ (July 21, 2012) —The 2012 Pinal County Fair held this year in March had plenty of great food choices. One could find the standard corn dog on a stick or be a little adventurous with a braised turkey leg but one food vendor, Whiskey Ranch BBQ, pushed the envelope of outdoor culinary cuisine.  Whiskey Ranch BBQ pitmasters method of turning...