Rik Farrow, a resident of Sedona since 1991, received the USENIX Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award on July 7.
Twenty-eight times over the last 30 years, the association’s membership nominated someone for outstanding contributions to the community of computer science researchers...
Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASA, volunteers are needed to help children in need.
Currently, CASAs are needed for five children. In each of these case, the child’s name has been changed to protect the identities of those involved. The...
July 23, 1946 — July 16, 2025
Richard Laddie Batka, 78, of Sedona, died July 16.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his infant son, Laddie Batka Jr,, stepdaughter, Kerri Marbut, step-son-in law Lenny Hibbitts, son-in-law Russel Harrison and...
Sedona Symphony has announced the establishment of the William and Elizabeth Sweeney Endowment Fund, made possible by a $100,000 founding gift from the two long-time supporters. This landmark fund is designed to ensure the continuity and strength of the...
Sept. 27, 1950 — July 22, 2025
Peter Andrew “Andy” Groseta, of Cottonwood, died July 22.
A third generation Verde Valley rancher, he was active in education, ranching and several community and national organizations.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Beth;...
The Arizona Department of Transportation advises motorists to plan for overnight lane restrictions throughout the Interstate 17 Improvement Project corridor this week. The restrictions began the evening of Sunday, July 27, and end the morning of Saturday, Aug. 2,...
Traffic fatalities in Arizona decreased for the second year in a row in 2024 but remain near all-time historical highs, according to the state’s annual report on motor vehicle crashes on all roads.
There were 1,228 traffic fatalities across all...
Arizona State Parks and Trails has opened registration for its popular Arizona Family Campout program, designed to eliminate barriers that prevent families from experiencing the state’s outdoor recreation opportunities.
The Arizona Family Campout program offers an overnight camping experience at...
Aug. 5, 1930 — July 13, 2025
June Rose Caine, 94, of Sedona, died July 13 in Greenfield, Wis.
Born in Chicago, she moved to Sedona in 1998 and was a resident for 27 years.
She was preceded in death by her...
On Thursday, July 10, Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office deputies and Yavapai County Verde Search and Rescue teams responded to a report of two lost hikers near Devil’s Bridge Trail north of Sedona.
The hikers reportedly had run out of water and...
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