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Sedona Police Department Uses Grant Money to Improve Safety

By Yavapai News | Dec 14, 2023

SEDONA, Ariz. - The Sedona Police Department has recently taken steps to enhance safety on the roads with the help of a grant from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety. The grant, totaling $2,400, has allowed the department to launch a targeted traffic enforcement effort.The main focus of the grant is to tackle two critical issues on the roads: driving under the influence (DUI) and speeding. These two factors contribute significantly to traffic crash fatalities, making it crucial for law enforcement agencies to address them effectively.In the United States,...

City launches Sustainable Neighborhoods Pilot Program

By Yavapai News | Dec 14, 2023

SEDONA, Ariz. - The city of Sedona is introducing a new initiative called the Sustainable Neighborhoods Pilot Program, which aims to empower residents to work together to create sustainability projects in their neighborhoods. The program, launched by the city's Sustainability Department, invites residents from neighborhoods, homeowner associations, and neighborhood organizations to join and participate in this unique opportunity.Residents who are passionate about sustainability will have the chance to collaborate with their neighbors in designing and leading projects that...

Christmas Village and Christkindl Market Street Closures December 14-18

By Yavapai News Report | Dec 13, 2023

Goodwin Street Closed Between Montezuma and Cortez

Rep. Bliss: Biden's immigration policy is a 'national threat that will have disastrous impacts on the entire country'

By Yavapai News | Dec 13, 2023

In a letter addressed to President Biden, Rep. Selina Bliss (R-Ariz.) along with other Arizona House Republicans expressed their disapproval of the current border control policies. They also voiced their objection to the Biden Administration's decision to close the Lukeville port of entry.

City of Prescott Announces Changes for Christmas and New Year Holidays

By Yavapai News | Dec 13, 2023

The City of Prescott has announced changes to its office hours and services in observance of the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays. City offices will be closed on Monday, December 25th, 2023, for the Christmas Holiday, and on Monday, January 1st, 2024, for New Year's Day. The offices will reopen on Tuesday, December 26th and January 2nd at 8 a.m.According to the City's website, the Prescott Public Library will also be closed on December 25th and January 1st. However, the library will be open for its normal hours of 1-5pm on Sunday, December 24th and Sunday,...

City Seeks New Applications for Multiple Boards, Committees and Commissions

By Yavapai News Report | Dec 12, 2023

The City Council Subcommittee on Appointments is seeking applications from citizens who are interested in serving on several Boards, Committees and Commissions.

Christmas Village and Christkindl Market Street Closures December 14-18

By Yavapai News | Dec 12, 2023

In preparation for the upcoming Prescott Christmas Village and Christkindl Market, street closures will be in effect from December 14 to December 18. The event, which is set to take place on Goodwin Street, between Montezuma and Cortez, will attract large crowds and feature various festive activities.Goodwin Street will be closed starting Thursday, December 14 at 7 a.m. until Monday, December 18 at approximately 6 a.m. This closure is necessary to facilitate the extensive set up required for the market. The event will kick off on Friday, December 15 from 4-8 p.m.,...

City Seeks New Applications for Multiple Boards, Committees and Commissions

By Yavapai News | Dec 12, 2023

The City Council Subcommittee on Appointments is seeking applications from citizens who are interested in serving on several Boards, Committees and Commissions. The City of Prescott is currently seeking applications for the following Boards, Committees, and Commissions.Boards, commissions, and committees provide opportunities for citizens to take an active role in their local government. Members are appointed by the City Council upon recommendation from the Council Subcommittee on Appointments following review of applications.Applications are due to the city by Friday,...

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Mingus Union High School District welcomed 1,236 students in 2022-23 school year

By Yavapai News | Dec 10, 2023

For the 2022-23 school year, Mingus Union High School District experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 88 fewer students being enrolled.

Which former Yavapai News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 11?

By Yavapai News | Dec 9, 2023

This former Yavapai News area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 11.

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Yavapai News area weekly mass times

By Yavapai News | Dec 9, 2023

The following parishes in the Yavapai News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

There were 1,822 students enrolled in Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District schools in 2022-23 school year

By Yavapai News | Dec 9, 2023

For the 2022-23 school year, Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District experienced a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 10 fewer students being enrolled.

How many students were enrolled in Clarkdale-Jerome Elementary District schools in 2022-23 school year?

By Yavapai News | Dec 8, 2023

There were 474 students enrolled in Clarkdale-Jerome Elementary District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

Crane Introduces Bill to Defund America’s Hate-filled “Elite” Institutions

By Yavapai News | Dec 8, 2023

Yesterday, Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) introduced the No Taxpayer Funding for Ivy League Schools Act in response to the presidents of Harvard, MIT, and Penn offering inadequate responses to calls for violence against Jewish students on their campuses. The bill aims to halt federal funding for any university in the country with an endowment greater than $5 billion.According to Rep. Crane, these institutions, including every Ivy League university, have failed to protect their students and have instead fostered antisemitic environments sympathetic to genocidal terrorists. He...

SR 89A to Remain Closed for Rockfall Mitigation Work

By Yavapai News | Dec 8, 2023

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has announced that State Route 89A north of uptown Sedona will remain closed until Saturday, December 16th. The closure is necessary as construction crews work on critical clean-up efforts following recent blasting for rockfall mitigation.Ensuring the safety of the traveling public is the primary reason for the extended closure of SR 89A between the Owenby Way roundabout and the Midgley Bridge picnic area. The closure, which began on [date], will continue around the clock until 6 a.m. on Saturday, December 16th."Drivers...

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Sedona Police Department Uses Grant Money to Improve Safety

City launches Sustainable Neighborhoods Pilot Program

Christmas Village and Christkindl Market Street Closures December 14-18

Rep. Bliss: Biden's immigration policy is a 'national threat that will have disastrous impacts on the entire country'

City of Prescott Announces Changes for Christmas and New Year Holidays

City Seeks New Applications for Multiple Boards, Committees and Commissions

Christmas Village and Christkindl Market Street Closures December 14-18

City Seeks New Applications for Multiple Boards, Committees and Commissions

Mingus Union High School District welcomed 1,236 students in 2022-23 school year

Which former Yavapai News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Dec. 11?

Yavapai News area weekly mass times

There were 1,822 students enrolled in Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District schools in 2022-23 school year

How many students were enrolled in Clarkdale-Jerome Elementary District schools in 2022-23 school year?

Crane Introduces Bill to Defund America’s Hate-filled “Elite” Institutions

SR 89A to Remain Closed for Rockfall Mitigation Work

On Thursday, December 7, Ironwood High School standout David Teibo competed in NAIA game

On Thursday, December 7, College Park High School standout Dennis Pomazanov competed in NAIA game

Conner Ivy, former Brophy College Preparatory standout, played on Thursday, December 7 in NAIA game

Gilbert Classical Academy High School standout Jake Klingler’s college team lost in NAIA game on Thursday, December 7

Freeman High School standout Rhys McVay’s college team lost in NAIA game on Thursday, December 7

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Yavapai County in week ending Nov. 9?

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