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National park tourism, spending recovers from pandemic but still lags
National parks in Arizona welcomed 10.7 million visitors who pumped $1.12 billion into local economies in 2021, both sharp increases from the pandemic-induced lows of the year before, according to the National Park Service.
Catch 22: YCSO still seeking elusive suspect
It’s day 4 of Yavapai Silent Witness’ Catch 22 Program. Today the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your help in locating fugitive Michael William Burch.
Jerome’s new town manager arrives
New Town Manager Brett Klein will be taking over for the longest-serving town manager in the Verde Valley, Candace Gallagher, on Tuesday, July 5.
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LD1 candidates respond to questions on the issues
The Verde Independent and its readers presented a series of questions to candidates running for the new Legislative District 1 House and Senate seats this year. Responses to introductory questions were published June 29. Early voting begins July 6.
World War II-era boat emerges from shrinking Lake Mead
A sunken boat dating back to World War II is the latest object to emerge from a shrinking reservoir that straddles Nevada and Arizona.
State Briefs: EV Plan and this week's lane restrictions on I-17
The Arizona Department of Transportation has scheduled a virtual public meeting on Thursday, July 14, to provide information and gather input about the ADOT Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan .
- Judge: Arizona violates prisoners' rights with poor care
- Arizona woman admits guilt in ballot collection scheme
- Getting to know LD1 House and Senate candidates
- Takeaways from Tuesday Jan. 6 hearing b: Angry Trump, dire legal warnings and ketchup
- Dueling narratives of Arizona protests ended with tear gas
- ‘Toilet to tap’: Lawmakers float idea of treated wastewater as potable
- Firefighters get pay boost, say more needed as wildfires keep growing
- Pfizer says tweaked COVID-19 shots boost omicron protection
- Biden signs landmark gun measure, says 'lives will be saved'
- Jan. 6 hearing takeaways: Trump risked provoking 'constitutional crisis'
Reader Poll:
How concerned are you about the stock market over the next year?
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It’s ‘A Feast for Your Eyes’ at Rowe Gallery
Bring your appetite for beauty to Rowe Fine Art Gallery in July, when the gallery hosts “A Feast for Your Eyes,” part one of a two-part show.
Sedona Film Fest presents ‘Eiffel’ premiere July 1-7
Sedona International Film Festival presents the Sedona premiere of “Eiffel,” showing July 1-7 at the Alice Gill-Sheldon Theatre.
Oil painter Valerieann Giovanni featured artist in July
The Village Gallery of Local Artists is pleased to feature the work of Valerieann Giovanni during the month of July, 2022. A reception will be held on Friday July 1st from 5-8 p.m.
- Anthony Mazzella ‘Legends of Guitar’ concert returns to the Mary D. Fisher Theatre July 2
- Sedona Film Fest presents ‘Lost Illusions’ premiere July 1-7
- Sedona Film Fest presents ‘Attack on Finland’ premiere July 1-6
- Sedona Film Fest presents ‘Dakota’ premiere July 1-6
- Artist In Residence Program returns to Montezuma Castle, Tuzigoot
- Live album recording at Damiyr event in Sedona
- Esteban returns to Sound Bites Grill for 4th of July Weekend
- Green Light sparks 4th of July with a bang at Bella Vita
- Experienced restaurateur’s latest startup is teaching lab at Yavapai College
- Prescott Frontier Days presents 135th annual World’s Oldest Rodeo
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NOTE: NAH-Camp Verde offers $10 sports physicals
Northern Arizona Healthcare’s campus in Camp Verde is offering sports physicals for school-aged athletes
Rodgers, Joe power Rockies to 11-7 victory over Diamondbacks
The Colorado Rockies overcame a two-homer game by Arizona's Christian Walker and beat the Diamondbacks 11-7 on Saturday night.
Booker secures $224M, four-year extension from Suns
Devin Booker helped Phoenix to the NBA Finals in 2021, then played a huge role in helping the Suns to the league's best record this past season.
- Arizona sports gamblers bet a record $692 million in March
- Mickelson, 16 others suspended from PGA Tour for playing in Saudi-backed league
- Verde Valley tennis pro receives lifetime achievement award
- More than wrestling, Mingus club athletes learn lessons in life
- ‘We’re going to carry forward Pat’s legacy’: Tillman Foundation continues its mission
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The U.S. Declaration of Independence
In Congress, July 4, 1776. A Declaration by the Representatives of the United States of America, in General Congress assembled.
Around the Bluhmin’ Town: Great care needed now in wake of abortion ruling
Roe versus Wade. Three little words. Millions of opinions, celebrations, protests, anguish, and jubilation. We have entered a new era, like it or not. Maybe our views, pro or con on the ruling don’t matter as much as our actions, especially in the days ahead.
Letter: Sacrificing lives to make a point
First, let me say that I am a conservative Republican man, who supports abortions, but with some restrictions as to length of pregnancy. I will actively campaign against anyone supporting highly restrictive anti-abortion laws in Arizona.
- A Hero for Accessibility: How an 8-year-old girl captured the attention of the nation and motivated Congress
- Commentary: Keep eyes and ears open for real, realistic ideas from candidates
- Letter: Who’s the radical?
- Commentary: Too many recalls - U.S. needs to improve food production
- Around the Bluhmin’ Town: These shortages can bring us to tears
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Verde Valley Humane Society Pets of the Week
Ready to bring a new pet into your family? Visit Verde Valley Humane Society at 1520 W. Mingus Ave. in Cottonwood, call 928-634-7387 to set up an appointment
Rotary funds support Wildcats Extended Day Program
The Rotary Club of Sedona, with funds matched by Health First Foundation of Northern Arizona will donate $2,500 for a total of $5,000 to West Sedona School’s free Wildcats Extended Day Program. The gift helps the club fulfill this year’s theme, “Working Hard for Working Families.”
Verde Village Property Owners Association: Take CC&R complaints to county
Codes, Covenants and Restrictions or CC&R’s are designed primarily to upgrade and enhance property values in a community. For more than 40 of VVPOA’s 50 years, there was an Architectural Control Committee of volunteers who devoted time and efforts to enforce the established CC&R’s to help keep the Verde Villages a desirable place to live.
Reader Poll:
How concerned are you about the stock market over the next year?
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Obituary: Richard O. Wallner
Richard O. Wallner, 88, of Cottonwood, AZ passed away Sunday, June 12, 2022 at home with his wife at his side.
Obituary: Robin Lee White
Although both her parents were natives of Arizona, Robin began life at the Naval Hospital in Cherry Point, North Carolina, on June 20, 1957. She was the second child and only daughter of Marine Corp rank Staff Sergeant Harry Joe and Delila White.
Obituary: Melvin Merril Jensen
Melvin Merril Jensen, 87 of Camp Verde, Arizona, passed away on June 16, 2022. He was born on March 29, 1935 in Rapid City, South Dakota, to Martin Jensen and Pearl Amanda Soilday.
