Blogs: Community News & Reports

“Voices from the Grave” Pioneer Cemetery Walk Tickets Now Available

“Voices from the Grave” pioneer cemetery walk is back this Fall in Sedona, and will once again provide a fascinating, outdoor theatrical program with costumed ‘spirits’, history and fun, along with some new ‘seraph’ surprises.   On Friday and Saturday,...
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Taking on the Labor Shortage in the Trades

A VERSION OF THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS August 20, 2021 Last week we talked about the new Wildcat Kids Club at West Sedona School that provides our youngsters before and after-school educational opportunities. The expanded hours...
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Sedona Marine Corps League evolution into two new organizations

August, 9, 2021 The first, Sedona Area Veteran and Community Outreach (SAVCO), seeks to expand community involvement and volunteer opportunities. Sedona Marine Corps League is proud to announce its evolution into two new organizations. The first, Sedona Area Veterans and...
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A Sustainable Sedona needs Strong Schools

A VERSION OF THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS August 13, 2021 A sustainable Sedona needs strong schools with access to a good education for all. Education is the enabler that allows young people to visualize a limitless future...
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MicroBusinesses Now America’s Leading Business Type

Have you ever looked at a business with 100, 200 or even 400 employees and thought, “Why is that considered a small business?” An independently owned and operated business with up to 500 employees is the generally accepted definition of...
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Call for Artists – Souls of Forgotten Objects Exhibit 2021

July 2021 Sedona Arts Center is seeking artists for the Souls of Forgotten Objects exhibit to take place December 3 -23, 2021 in the Special Exhibits Gallery of the Arts Center. ABOUT SOULS OF FORGOTTEN OBJECTS Exploring the intersection between trash...
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NEW Verde Shuttle Offers Low-Cost, Frequent Cottonwood/Sedona Service Starting Today

July 7, 2021 The new Verde Shuttle launches today and can help ease staffing worries by providing reliable, low-cost, frequent transportation between Cottonwood and Sedona. Comfortable new buses pick up and drop off at the Cottonwood Library7 days a week...
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Forest Closures Shouldn’t Dampen Your Summer as Sedona Offers So Much To Do

A VERSION OF THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS July 2, 2021 Happy Fourth of July! Celebrating freedom feels even more special this year as we once again travel and celebrate with friends. Travel and especially, travel by...
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76 Things

Things To Do in Sedona During Forest Closures Before you arrive, we urge you to take The Sedona Cares Pledge. Remember to Recreate Responsibly in Red Rock Country! Print a PDF Version ~Eat, Drink and Shop~ Enjoy delicious food at...
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Friends of the Verde River Receives $40K from the 4Rivers Fund to Protect the Verde

Friends of the Verde River has landed one of the first ever grants from the brand new 4Rivers Fund in May 2021. Friends of the Verde River works collaboratively for a healthy, flowing Verde River system. The Verde River flows through the center...
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Coconino National Forest Reopens with Stage 2 Restrictions

The US Forest Service has reopened Coconino National Forest following recent rains, though officials caution that Stage 2 Fire restrictions are in place. Stage 2 restrictions prohibit: + Igniting fires, campfires, charcoal, coal, smudge pots and wood stoves (except using...
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Summer 2021 Travel Tsunami something Sedona Can’t Control

A VERSION OF THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS June 11, 2021 A new normal?  Nationally, 8.1 million more hikers hit the trails in 2020, a 16.3% jump from 2019, according to the Outdoor Foundation’s recently released report....
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