Sedona AZ (July 25, 2012)  – On July 7, 2012, a man, later identified as 59-year-old Ricky Donalson, approached a family of five who were sightseeing from out of state. The family included a father, mother, 8 and 11 year old children, and an 18 month old baby being carried by the mother. As they were getting into their SUV parked at the Turkey Creek Trail head, the family was startled to see... 

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 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... 

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... 

Sedona AZ (July 19, 2012) – In a Letter to the SedonaEye.com editors, Tom Longo of Sedona sent the following overview of the Sedona Fire District Board Meeting of July 18, 2012: If you were unable to come to this board meeting, be sure to watch the video when it comes out in the next couple of days and it will be found on http://www.sedonafire.org/news/meeting-videos/. The present board went... 

Sedona AZ (July 17, 2012) – The City of Sedona Arts and Culture Commission is excited to announce the Call for Nominations for the Fifth Annual Mayor’s Arts Awards. Each year, the Mayor’s awards honor individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made outstanding contributions to the success of the arts in Sedona. There are four nomination categories: Individual, Organization/Business,... 

Sedona AZ (July 16, 2012) – The following is the Revised Agenda of Sedona Fire District Public Budget Hearing and Regular Board Meeting to be held at Station #1 Multipurpose Room, 2860 Southwest Drive, west Sedona, Arizona on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at 3:30 PM for its Executive Session and 4:30 PM for its Public Session: Pursuant to ARS §38-431.02, notice is hereby given to members...