June 14th, @Jackpot Ranch 25 Reservation Loop Rd Camp Verde, AZ 86322. 928-282-1777. Seventeen years ago an idea for creating a premier fundraising event that featured exquisite food, fine wines, and exceptional entertainment was formed. Today, that idea has turned into Boys & Girls Club of Verde Valley (formerly known as Boys & Girls Club of Northern Arizona) signature event called "The Sedona Taste in Verde Valley Wine Country". Today as we tour Sedona and the Verde Valley we … [Read more...] about Sedona Taste
Denny’s to Fight Pancreatic Cancer
Flagstaff’s two Denny’s restaurants will join the Phoenix stores for the fight against childhood cancer by partnering with Cookies for Kids’ Cancer, a national not-for-profit dedicated to raising funds for research to develop new, improved treatments for pediatric cancer, the number one cause of death by disease in children in the U.S. Denny’s fourth annual Cookies for Kids’ Cancer fundraising campaign takes place throughout June with the goal of raising $350,000 through the sale of paper … [Read more...] about Denny’s to Fight Pancreatic Cancer
Peter Rowan at Sedona Bluegrass Festival
A chameleon of musical genres, guitarist Peter Rowan's original songwriting is the driving force of his musical diversity. One engaging musician. Multiple choices. Born in Wayland, Massachusetts to a musical family, Rowan learned to play guitar from his uncle. He spent his teenage years absorbing the sights and sounds of the Hillbilly Ranch, a legendary Country music nightclub in Boston frequented by bluegrass acts like The Lilly Brothers and fiddler Tex Logan. In 1956 … [Read more...] about Peter Rowan at Sedona Bluegrass Festival
Meeting For Oak Creek Residents Tonight
Coconino County will hold a community meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 28 at Red Rock High School in Sedona to discuss procedures for residents and business owners to re-enter their properties in Oak Creek Canyon. Red Rock High School is located at 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road in Sedona. Several residents and businesses in the Canyon along US 89A, between mile post 381 north to Forest Highlands subdivision, remain under a mandatory-evacuation order since the Slide Fire broke out … [Read more...] about Meeting For Oak Creek Residents Tonight
Crews Making Progress on Slide Fire
The Slide Fire is 55% contained today, and has burned more than 21,000 acres. The evacuation order for residents of Oak Creek Canyon has been lifted, and people are being allowed to return to their homes. The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office lifted its pre-evacuation warning for residents impacted by the Slide Fire in Kachina Village and Forest Highlands subdivisions south of Flagstaff. Mandatory evacuations remain in place in Oak Creek Canyon from Slide Rock State Park to Sterling Springs … [Read more...] about Crews Making Progress on Slide Fire
Volunteers and Financial Support Needed for Fire
The Slide Fire Incident Management Team (IMT), Coconino County and multiple other agencies are encouraging the public and businesses wishing to support efforts to battle the fire to make financial donations or volunteer at local non-profit organizations. IMT and all agencies involved with the Slide Fire express their sincere appreciation for donations of material items (food, water, socks, etc.), which were received in support of firefighters and impacted community … [Read more...] about Volunteers and Financial Support Needed for Fire
Importance of Patio Furniture
With spring at our door, create a scene that will lure your family outside to enjoy all of what spring and summer have to offer. Patio furniture can transform your yard into the perfect outdoor recreational area. It is a big investment that requires thought and careful consideration; buying the perfect patio set for your house is just a matter of knowing what to look for. There are four key words to keep in mind when shopping for your new patio set: durability, comfort, easy care and … [Read more...] about Importance of Patio Furniture
The Heart and Sex
Did you know that sexual activity is generally safe for most heart disease patients, even after a heart attack or major heart surgery? According to the American Heart Association, most patients with stable heart disease can safely engage in sexual activity. Sex is Similar to Moderate Exercise Doctors suggest that when it comes to your heart, having sex is much like taking a walk or climbing a few flights of stairs. If a patient is able to comfortably engage in moderate exercise, … [Read more...] about The Heart and Sex
Can I Still Enroll?
With much fanfare, the first open enrollment of health care reform ended on March 31, 2014. The initial tally indicates that more than seven million people gained insurance as a result of the new law. During the course of the next several months we will learn exactly who gained insurance, from what sources (state and federal exchanges, Medicaid and employers) and who did not. No politics here…just the facts. Now that all the hoopla is over, what do you need to know? Well, first of all, while … [Read more...] about Can I Still Enroll?
Snowbowl Summer Operations Underway
Arizona Snowbowl has started its summer operations, The scenic chairlift is open 10:00 am – 4:00 pm every Friday, Saturday, Sunday plus two holiday Mondays (May 26 and September 1) during the summer season (Memorial Day Weekend through mid-October). Take in the dramatic scenery of northern Arizona from a bird’s eye view atop an extinct volcano at 11,500 ft (3,500 m). Enjoy hiking, interpretive talks, play a round of disc golf or treat yourself to lunch on the patio with a mountain view. The … [Read more...] about Snowbowl Summer Operations Underway