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... 

City of Sedona 2015 Employee of the Year Patty Lewis Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – On Friday, June 26, 2015, the City of Sedona Employee of the Year award was presented to Patty Lewis, Community Development Services Representative, as part of the employee recognition event held at City Hall. Patty started with the City of Sedona almost six years ago in her current position and has grown tremendously... 

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... 

Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – The Arizona Community Foundation is seeking proposals for funding from nonprofit organizations across the state to promote and advance animal welfare. Funding is available through a collection of animal-related funds established with the Arizona Community Foundation. Grant monies are available for projects that support wild animals and domestic pets in Arizona state... 

State capitol building in Phoenix AZ Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – In this year’s legislative session, an expansion of Arizona’s corporate tax credit for donations to Student Tuition Organizations (STOs) was passed and signed by Governor Doug Ducey. Sponsored by Representative Justin Olson, R-Mesa, the bill, HB 2153, added S Corporations to those allowed to receive a tax credit for donations... 

Sedona AZ (July 7, 2015) – More that 15 years ago, the Arizona Community Foundation, the Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith and Families, and The Arizona Republic partnered to establish the Child Abuse Prevention License Plate program to raise funds for projects and programs throughout Arizona that prevent child abuse, stopping the pain before it starts. This year, more than $475,000 in... 

Sedona AZ (July 6, 2015) – The following is a letter to the SedonaEye.com editor: Incompetence and Misinformation at the ACC’s “Consumer Services” Information Perspective by Warren Woodward Sedona, Arizona The ACC is tasked with the responsibility to protect AZ ratepayers by weighing the costs and benefits of all state utility requests. Among the emails and documents I recently... 

Burglary suspect Felbob arrested with handguns Sedona AZ (July 6, 2015) – In several prior media reports, unlocked vehicles have been targeted by burglars looking for an easy opportunity to steal valuables. In one incident, an unlocked vehicle contained two firearms which were stolen. Consider this your tip of the day:  REMOVE VALUABLES FROM PARKED VEHICLES AND ALWAYS LOCK YOUR CAR EVEN IF PARKED...