As the local, Verde Valley communities unite to ride the tide of the Corona Virus pandemic, local non-profits that provide support to the most at-risk, vulnerable citizens among us—the home-bound elderly—are staying focused on continuing the crucial meal deliveries and other vital services. Many Meals on Wheels recipients depend greatly on the Monday through Friday […]

As I sit at my desk, having just finished the Sedona Community Center’s Pandemic Response Guideline, I have considered what to write about in this week’s column. Like me, you may be overly saturated with seeing the CDC’s personal hygiene recommendations for the umpteenth time. All the same, I am keeping an eye on the […]

Many of us will admit that we like the idea of living a long, healthy life. If that is the case, why do we often hear someone say, “I don’t want to get old.” I understand that statement to an extent. The word “old” implies that we have arrived at a final destination and maybe […]

Although it’s true that there may be an overload of news regarding additives and other problems with our food sources, overall the heightened awareness of what we put into our mouths has the potential to keep us healthier. One of the benefits of living and working in Sedona is, I believe, a heightened sense of […]

Over the last three weeks, we have been celebrating some famous Arizonans in this column. There are so many that the list could go on forever, but this will be the last week to share two that are particularly notable. So far, we’ve covered the gamut from artistic sorts to heroes and historical legends. Our […]

In last week’s column, several interesting and famous Arizonans were showcased as a tribute to our state’s upcoming anniversary in February. This week, we will look at two more Arizonans that, while very different, also embody the exceptional diversity that makes our land great. Lori Ann Piestewa—This strong and amazing Arizonan was the first Native […]