School board positions open Monday

Those considering running for local school boards may submit their candidacy beginning Monday, April 4. And to familiarize candidates with the necessary requirements, classes will be held that same week by the Yavapai County Education Service Agency (YCESA).

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5th Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day celebration in the Verde Valley.

The Vietnam Vet Memorial Wall heads to Sedona March 30.

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Bread of Life just one of many non-profits benefiting from April 5 event

During the 24 hours of April 5, Arizona residents will have a chance to positively impact their local nonprofits through Arizona Gives Day.

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Family caregivers, help is at hand

For those struggling to balance caregiving duties with work and family duties, help is at hand.

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VACTE hires interim superintendent Lisa Aragon

In less than 20 minutes Wednesday, Valley Academy of Career and Technology Education's governing board voted 4-0 to offer a contract to the assistant superintendent of a Northern Arizona Joint Technical Education District.

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Silver Alert issued for missing Chino Valley man

Police have issued a Silver Alert for a missing 82-year-old man. Richard L. Roberg is white, 6-foot-1, 160 pounds with grey hair and green eyes.

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Camp Verde council sends General Plan to voters

With no public dissent, the Town of Camp Verde General Plan 2016 was approved by all council members present during the March 30 meeting.

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The Props of Panhandling

COTTONWOOD -- Panhandlers who use props such as fake oxygen lines or baby dolls may be defrauding the public, according to the Cottonwood police chief.

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ADOT Motor Vehicle Division rolls out Voluntary Travel ID

PHOENIX - The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division is rolling out the state's Voluntary Travel ID, a credential meeting federal REAL ID Act security requirements for access to airports, restricted federal buildings, military bases and more. It costs $25 and is good for up to eight years.

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School board positions open Monday

VERDE VALLEY - Those considering running for local school boards may submit their candidacy beginning Monday, April 4, according to Yavapai County School Superintendent Tim Carter. And to familiarize candidates with the necessary requirements, classes will be held that same week by the Yavapai County Education Service Agency (YCESA).

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How did Yavapai fare in election process?

The biggest complaint he heard from Yavapai County voters on March 22 was the windy weather, reported Yavapai County Supervisor Chip Davis. The supervisors met briefly Wednesday, March 30, to canvass the results of the Presidential Preference Election.

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The Props of Panhandling

COTTONWOOD -- Panhandlers who use props such as fake oxygen lines or baby dolls may be defrauding the public, according to the Cottonwood police chief.

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ADOT Motor Vehicle Division rolls out Voluntary Travel ID

PHOENIX - The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division is rolling out the state's Voluntary Travel ID, a credential meeting federal REAL ID Act security requirements for access to airports, restricted federal buildings, military bases and more. It costs $25 and is good for up to eight years.

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School board positions open Monday

VERDE VALLEY - Those considering running for local school boards may submit their candidacy beginning Monday, April 4, according to Yavapai County School Superintendent Tim Carter. And to familiarize candidates with the necessary requirements, classes will be held that same week by the Yavapai County Education Service Agency (YCESA).

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How did Yavapai fare in election process?

The biggest complaint he heard from Yavapai County voters on March 22 was the windy weather, reported Yavapai County Supervisor Chip Davis. The supervisors met briefly Wednesday, March 30, to canvass the results of the Presidential Preference Election.

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ADOT Motor Vehicle Division rolls out Voluntary Travel ID

The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division is rolling out the state's Voluntary Travel ID, a credential meeting federal REAL ID Act security requirements for access to airports, restricted federal buildings, military bases and more.

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Fain Lake reopens; waiting on supply of fish

After two months of Fain Lake being closed so Town of Prescott Valley workers could dredge it, it is open again.

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VACTE hires interim superintendent

In less than 20 minutes Wednesday, Valley Academy of Career and Technology Education's governing board voted 4-0 to offer a contract to the assistant superintendent of a Northern Arizona Joint Technical Education District.

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VACTE hires interim superintendent

In less than 20 minutes Wednesday, Valley Academy of Career and Technology Education's governing board voted 4-0 to offer a contract to the assistant superintendent of a Northern Arizona Joint Technical Education District.

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VACTE hires interim superintendent

In less than 20 minutes Wednesday, Valley Academy of Career and Technology Education's governing board voted 4-0 to offer a contract to the assistant superintendent of a Northern Arizona Joint Technical Education District.

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Tobin to seek election to utility commission

PHOENIX -- The newest state utility regulator said Tuesday he intends to seek election, even if legislators don't alter the law to absolve him of a potential conflict of interest.

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House OK's new discreet rules to campaign finance laws

PHOENIX -- The state House gave final approval Tuesday to a major overhaul of campaign finance laws, including allowing individuals to spend unlimited amounts of money to help raise cash for candidates they like and never have to disclose that to the public.

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Tobin to seek election to utility commission

PHOENIX -- The newest state utility regulator said Tuesday he intends to seek election, even if legislators don't alter the law to absolve him of a potential conflict of interest.

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House OK's new discreet rules to campaign finance laws

PHOENIX -- The state House gave final approval Tuesday to a major overhaul of campaign finance laws, including allowing individuals to spend unlimited amounts of money to help raise cash for candidates they like and never have to disclose that to the public.

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Petition drive aims to limit future tax hikes in Prescott Valley

Anger over the Town of Prescott Valley raising its sales tax a half cent hasn't subsided and some residents are taking steps to make sure it doesn't happen again, at least at the break-neck speed they experienced last October.

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Reading, writing, and cup stacking

When Dianne Tennant-Rucker arrived at the Humboldt Unified School District and looked away the five schools that she works with as an occupational therapist, she had one question: Where are the cups?

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Wanted man runs from Prescott Valley police

A driver that police tried to stop for a license plate violation on Friday, March 25, was determined to be wanted on warrants and led an officer on a brief pursuit until the officer broke it off, PVPD spokesman Sgt. Jake Jackson said.

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Prescott Valley Police offer active shooter tips

In today's world, we've learned that an individual who, for whatever reason decides to walk into a building and start shooting, doesn't confine the violence to large cities.

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Humboldt Elementary School student authors publish stories

Thirty students at Humboldt Elementary School in Dewey hold up their books that were published through a donorschoose.org project. Four donors donated the money so each student received a $10 bookmaking kit from StudentTreasures.com.

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County class prepares people to run in school board election

Anyone considering running for a school board position may want to start getting serious about it now. Candidacy for any of the positions in Yavapai County opens Monday, April 4.

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Community garden moves into its new PV home

Prescott Valley's elected officials gave the go-ahead Thursday, March 24, for the Our Community Garden to continue this year at a new location.

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Second grocery store coming to Chino (maybe)

The developer who has been trying to bring a second major grocery store to Chino Valley at Road 4 South and Highway 89 said residents should begin seeing a lot of activity there in the coming weeks and he expects to announce the name of the grocery store that will anchor his retail plaza within a few months.

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Third grader becomes Del Rio's top chef

Del Rio Elementary School third grader Jackson Hawks said his sister always boasts that she is the best cook in the family. "Not anymore," Hawks said after winning the school's Sodexo Future Chefs Healthy Breakfast Challenge on Wednesday, March 23.

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County class prepares people to run in school board election

Anyone considering running for a school board position may want to start getting serious about it now. Candidacy for any of the positions in Yavapai County opens Monday, April 4.

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Top finish for Heritage archery

Heritage Middle School's archery team won a second place finish in its first state championship competition. It's fifth-grade class earn the honor in the elementary category with a team mark of 1,862.

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Equine show in Chino Valley this weekend

The Yavapai College, Chino Valley Agribusiness and Science Center campus is playing host to its an all-breed, multi-discipline horse show from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 2.

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Agendas, minutes missing from Verde Valley's Career, technology education center website

A basic request for information is anything but basic when dealing with the Valley Academy of Career and Technology Education.

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Tens Live 2.0 at Camp Verde library

Share a meal - and forge relationships from 5:50 p.m. until 10 p.m. Saturday, April 2 at the Camp Verde Community Library's Teens Live 2.0.

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Five questions for Camp Verde's educational future

The Town of Camp Verde, Verde Valley Board Advisory Committee and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute have partnered to find out what Yavapai College can do for the Verde Valley.

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Give blood in Camp Verde

The next Camp Verde Community Blood Drive will be from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, April 16 at the Camp Verde Community Center gymnasium, located at 395 S. Main St.

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Yavapai College invites community to join survey

Yavapai College invites community members to share their media habits by taking the 2016 Media Preferences Survey.

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Camp Verde 2016 General Plan up for council approval

Having completed a 60-day public review period, the Town of Camp Verde 2016 General Plan heads to council for possible approval during its March 30 meeting.

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Coffee with a Cop chat about the future

One benefit of attending the monthly Coffee with a Cop is a peek into Camp Verde's future. During the March 28 get-together, the topics ranged from new traffic roundabouts on SR 260 to public safety in the proposed parks.

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Rollover accident sends driver to hospital

March 28 at 2:30 p.m., the Montezuma-Rimrock Fire District, along with the Pinewood Fire District, were dispatched to a single vehicle rollover accident on northbound I-17 at MP 306.

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Agendas, minutes missing from Verde Valley Career, Technology Education center website

COTTONWOOD - A basic request for information is anything but basic when dealing with the Valley Academy of Career and Technology Education.

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Born to Fly: Cottonwood's Irene Leverton Leverton honored by aviation community

PRESCOTT - Irene Leverton was surprised to see the crowd that had assembled at a Prescott North-Aire Aviation hangar in her honor Thursday afternoon, March 24.

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Agendas, minutes missing from Verde Valley Career, Technology Education center website

COTTONWOOD - A basic request for information is anything but basic when dealing with the Valley Academy of Career and Technology Education.

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Born to Fly: Cottonwood's Irene Leverton Leverton honored by aviation community

PRESCOTT - Irene Leverton was surprised to see the crowd that had assembled at a Prescott North-Aire Aviation hangar in her honor Thursday afternoon, March 24.

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Tammy Catalano named Technology Rock Star

COTTONWOOD - Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District has named Cottonwood Middle School sixth grade teacher Tammy Catalano as the district's Technology Rock Star of the Month.

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Sgt. Monica Kuhlt honored for off-duty community service

COTTONWOOD -- During the March 14 monthly meeting of the Verde Valley Company, Arizona Rangers, Captain Gary Jordan presented an appreciation plaque to Sgt. Monica Kuhlt of the Cottonwood Police Department who heads up the local Shop With a Cop program, according to Craig Libby, Public Information Officer for the Arizona Rangers company.

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Cottonwood-Oak Creek captures kids hearts

COTTONWOOD -- Educating children means not only academics but also nurturing the whole child, says Jessica Vocca, Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District's culture specialist.

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Cottonwood-Oak Creek district board supports balanced leadership

COTTONWOOD -- At its March 22 meeting, the Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District board voted to approve piloting the McREL Balanced Leadership Principal Evaluation System for one year during the 2016-2017 school year.

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Early stumble for 89 and Vine

The Traffic Impact Analysis, submitted to the State Department of Transportation for review, has apparently been rejected.

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National bicycle representative advises local riders

VERDE VALLEY -- An official with the American League of Bicyclists was in the Verde Valley recently to advise Bicycle Friendly Cities of Cottonwood and Sedona how they might move to the next level.

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State Highway 260 contract work slowed

PHOENIX -- Construction to four-lane the remainder of SR 260 is expected to get underway during the middle of 2017. But, a contract detail could slow progress.

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Lisa Sandoval named to college's board advisory committee

PRESCOTT -- Yavapai County School Superintendent Tim Carter has announced the appointment of Lisa Sandoval to the Verde Valley Board Advisory Committee to Yavapai College .

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Yavapai College Verde Campus to host 2016 Verde Valley Job Fair

CLARKDALE -- Ready to go to work? Make plans. Come professionally dressed, bring your resume and enjoy the opportunities before you.

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Tammy Catalano named Technology Rock Star

COTTONWOOD - Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District has named Cottonwood Middle School sixth grade teacher Tammy Catalano as the district's Technology Rock Star of the Month.

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Sgt. Monica Kuhlt honored for off-duty community service

COTTONWOOD -- During the March 14 monthly meeting of the Verde Valley Company, Arizona Rangers, Captain Gary Jordan presented an appreciation plaque to Sgt. Monica Kuhlt of the Cottonwood Police Department who heads up the local Shop With a Cop program, according to Craig Libby, Public Information Officer for the Arizona Rangers company.

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Cottonwood-Oak Creek captures kids hearts

COTTONWOOD -- Educating children means not only academics but also nurturing the whole child, says Jessica Vocca, Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District's culture specialist.

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Cottonwood-Oak Creek district board supports balanced leadership

COTTONWOOD -- At its March 22 meeting, the Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District board voted to approve piloting the McREL Balanced Leadership Principal Evaluation System for one year during the 2016-2017 school year.

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Early stumble for 89 and Vine

The Traffic Impact Analysis, submitted to the State Department of Transportation for review, has apparently been rejected.

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National bicycle representative advises local riders

VERDE VALLEY -- An official with the American League of Bicyclists was in the Verde Valley recently to advise Bicycle Friendly Cities of Cottonwood and Sedona how they might move to the next level.

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State Highway 260 contract work slowed

PHOENIX -- Construction to four-lane the remainder of SR 260 is expected to get underway during the middle of 2017. But, a contract detail could slow progress.

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Lisa Sandoval named to college's board advisory committee

PRESCOTT -- Yavapai County School Superintendent Tim Carter has announced the appointment of Lisa Sandoval to the Verde Valley Board Advisory Committee to Yavapai College .

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Yavapai College Verde Campus to host 2016 Verde Valley Job Fair

CLARKDALE -- Ready to go to work? Make plans. Come professionally dressed, bring your resume and enjoy the opportunities before you.

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Good news on Arizona employment front

Arizona has finally recovered all the jobs it lost during the recession.

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State Senate approves measures to expand rights of gun owners

State senators approved three new laws designed to expand the rights of gun owners, including one that could allow Arizonans who get federal OK to possess everything from grenades to silencers.

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Weather Alert

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No early release, no bond reduction for Ruth Gaver

Ruth Gaver is still waiting on her get out of jail card ... free or otherwise.

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State Senate approves measures to expand rights of gun owners

PHOENIX -- State senators approved three new laws designed to expand the rights of gun owners, including one that could allow Arizonans who get federal OK to possess everything from grenades to silencers.

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Verde Valley Humane Society returns to normal operations following distemper outbreak

The Verde Valley Humane Society (VVHS) has returned to normal operating procedures as of Friday March 25th. Shelter Manager Angie Hare has notified partner agencies, Animal Control Officers, staff and volunteers. "This means we are accepting strays from the public and Animal Control Officers," says Hare.

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State Senate approves measures to expand rights of gun owners

PHOENIX -- State senators approved three new laws designed to expand the rights of gun owners, including one that could allow Arizonans who get federal OK to possess everything from grenades to silencers.

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No early release, no bond reduction for Ruth Gaver

CAMP VERDE -- Ruth Gaver was in Yavapai County Superior Court Monday morning. Her attorney, Sabrina Shaw, argued a motion asking for her release from custody.

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Verde Valley Humane Society returns to normal operations following distemper outbreak

The Verde Valley Humane Society has returned to normal operating procedures as of Friday March 25th.

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No early release, no bond reduction for Ruth Gaver

CAMP VERDE -- Ruth Gaver was in Yavapai County Superior Court Monday morning. Her attorney, Sabrina Shaw, argued a motion asking for her release from custody.

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Verde Valley Humane Society returns to normal operations following distemper outbreak

The Verde Valley Humane Society has returned to normal operating procedures as of Friday March 25th.

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Arizona gasoline prices up 14.1 cents per gallon in past week

Average retail gasoline prices in Arizona have risen 14.1 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.03/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 2,269 gas outlets in Arizona.

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Arizona gasoline prices up 14.1 cents per gallon in past week

Average retail gasoline prices in Arizona have risen 14.1 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.03/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 2,269 gas outlets in Arizona.

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AG wants assurance everyone has voted before results released

PHOENIX -- The state's top prosecutor wants to bar county election officials from releasing any election results until the last person waiting in line has cast a ballot.

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State lawmakers want to require students to know how to read and write in cursive

PHOENIX -- Insisting it's good from everything from civics to brain development, state lawmakers want to require students to know how to read and write in cursive.

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Good news on Arizona employment front

Arizona has finally recovered all the jobs it lost during the recession.

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AG wants assurance everyone has voted before results released

PHOENIX -- The state's top prosecutor wants to bar county election officials from releasing any election results until the last person waiting in line has cast a ballot.

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State not keen on allowing new subdivisions without adequate water supply

PHOENIX -- State lawmakers are balking at a proposal to let cities approve new subdivisions despite the lack of an assured water supply.

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State lawmakers want to require students to know how to read and write in cursive

PHOENIX -- Insisting it's good from everything from civics to brain development, state lawmakers want to require students to know how to read and write in cursive.

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State moves closer to allowing public dollars for private and parochial schools.

PHOENIX -- A House panel voted late Wednesday to let more than half the 1.1 million students in Arizona schools use public dollars to attend private and parochial schools.

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Good news on Arizona employment front

Arizona has finally recovered all the jobs it lost during the recession.

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Phony service animals may become subject to $250 fine

The House Appropriations Committee voted Wednesday to impose penalties on those who fraudulently claim that the animals they are bringing into business are service animals.

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State not keen on allowing new subdivisions without adequate water supply

PHOENIX -- State lawmakers are balking at a proposal to let cities approve new subdivisions despite the lack of an assured water supply.

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State moves closer to allowing public dollars for private and parochial schools.

PHOENIX -- A House panel voted late Wednesday to let more than half the 1.1 million students in Arizona schools use public dollars to attend private and parochial schools.

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Phony service animals may become subject to $250 fine

The House Appropriations Committee voted Wednesday to impose penalties on those who fraudulently claim that the animals they are bringing into business are service animals.

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15 arrested in Verde Valley warrants roundup

According to a news release from the sheriff's office, Wednesday, a warrant sweep operation in the Verde Valley involving several law enforcement teams was active throughout the day.

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New web site for Verde Valley Regional Economic Organization

The Verde Valley Regional Economic Organization has launched a new website called VVREO

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15 arrested in Verde Valley warrants roundup

According to a news release from the sheriff's office, Wednesday, a warrant sweep operation in the Verde Valley involving several law enforcement teams was active throughout the day.

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Camp Verde Town Council: One step forward, one step back

The March 23 meeting of Camp Verde Town Council played much like a country western dance, with one step forward and one step back.

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15 arrested in Verde Valley warrants roundup

According to a news release from the sheriff's office, Wednesday, a warrant sweep operation in the Verde Valley involving several law enforcement teams was active throughout the day.

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New web site for Verde Valley Regional Economic Organization

The Verde Valley Regional Economic Organization has launched a new website called VVREO

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Latin, French teacher makes Camp Verde her home

Kristen Gressly has more stamps in her passport than the average Verde Valley resident, so much so that her idea of a good time is to stay at home.

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Nominate your Verde Valley Champion

It's that time of the year to recognize those who have given and given, and contributed value and quality of life to our community.

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What a difference a year makes for one Verde Valley homeless man (with video)

One year ago, James Haden, 42, was homeless, living in a tent in Cottonwood and looking for a job.

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Verde Valley monuments host SciTech events

To the National Park Service, this year's SciTech means learning about Sonoran Mud Turtles, silent stones and archaeology.

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Arizona Technical College offers new Verde Valley option

With access to college in the Verde Valley making headlines this past year, a new option has appeared. Arizona Technical College is holding a grand opening from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Saturday, April 2 at 154 S. Main St in Cottonwood.

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What a difference a year makes for one Verde Valley homeless man (with video)

One year ago, James Haden, 42, was homeless, living in a tent in Cottonwood and looking for a job.

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Arizona Technical College offers new Verde Valley option

With access to college in the Verde Valley making headlines this past year, a new option has appeared. Arizona Technical College is holding a grand opening from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Saturday, April 2 at 154 S. Main St in Cottonwood.

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Comic Expo premieres in Verde Valley

The folks at the Cottonwood Library and the Northern Arizona Cartoonist Association say it best: "Love comic stories and art? This event is for you!"

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Comic Expo premieres in Verde Valley

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Easter fun

The City of Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department's annual Easter-Egg Hunt

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Comic Expo premieres in Verde Valley

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Easter fun

The City of Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department's annual Easter-Egg Hunt

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Archaeology Society receives primer on local petroglyphs

Saturday, March 19, seven members of the Arizona Archaeology Society, Verde Valley Chapter, set out to explore nearby, ancient petroglyphs.

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Archaeology Society receives primer on local petroglyphs

Saturday, March 19, seven members of the Arizona Archaeology Society, Verde Valley Chapter, set out to explore nearby, ancient petroglyphs.

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Archaeology Society receives primer on local petroglyphs

Saturday, March 19, seven members of the Arizona Archaeology Society, Verde Valley Chapter, set out to explore nearby, ancient petroglyphs.

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Court Docket: March 27, 2016

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following felony complaints:

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Scouts, Start Your Racer

Scouts from Cub Scout Pack 7029 gathered at the Verde Valley Moose Lodge in Clarkdale Thursday evening to get kits to carve a Pinewood Derby racer.

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Court Docket: March 27, 2016

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following felony complaints:

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Scouts, Start Your Racer

Scouts from Cub Scout Pack 7029 gathered at the Verde Valley Moose Lodge in Clarkdale Thursday evening to get kits to carve a Pinewood Derby racer.

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Court Docket: March 27, 2016

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following felony complaints:

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Trader Joe's Issues Voluntary Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Chocolate Orange Sticks and Chocolate Raspberry Sticks

Trader Joe's of Monrovia, California is voluntarily recalling all codes of Trader Joe's Chocolate Orange Sticks (UPC 00847162) and Trader Joe's Chocolate Raspberry Sticks (UPC 00847122) because the ...

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Gerber is Voluntarily Recalling Two Batches of GERBER® Organic 2ND FOODS® Pouches Due to a Packaging Defect That May Result in Product Spoilage

Gerber Products Company is voluntarily recalling specific Organic pouch products after identifying a packaging defect that may result in product spoilage during transport and ...

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Accredited Health Departments Demonstrate the Capacity to Serve their Communities Well

Yavapai County Community Health Services (YCCHS) announced today that it has achieved national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). The national accreditation program ...

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Arizona Technical College offers new Verde Valley option

With access to college in the Verde Valley making headlines this past year, a new option has appeared. Arizona Technical College is holding a grand opening from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Saturday, April 2 at 154 S. Main St in Cottonwood.

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Traveling Cabin subject of Beaver Creek Historical Society's monthly talk

"This can't be too hard, can it?" was the theme running through Verna Shafer's talk to the Beaver Creek Preservation Historical Society meeting on March 11 at the Beaver Creek Adult Center.

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Fire damage at Cottonwood's River Community Church

Shortly after 1 a.m. Thursday, the Cottonwood Fire and Medical Department was sent to a structure fire at the River Community Church on the water tank hill above the 400 block of South Willard Street.

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Big Park School saved

March 22 at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, the Sedona-Oak Creek School Board was charged with deciding not only the fate of Big Park Community School, but where the district's seventh- and eighth-grade students should receive their education.

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As VACTE decides on new leadership, former educator remembers benefit of mentors in his life

Retired educator Anthony Lozano remembers what it was like to need a helping hand in his career.

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Verde Santa Fe men charged with child porn, dangerous crimes against children

Officers from Homeland Security Investigations startled residents of Verde Santa Fe while converging on a home there early Thursday morning, March 3.

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Emergency Management offers fire tips for drivers, lawn workers

With the arrival of fire season, Yavapai County Emergency Management is offering some practical prevention tips.

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Fatal DUI-drugs nets man 32 years in Arizona State Prison

Tuesday, Kris Raymond McClain, 52, was sentenced to a total of 32 years in the Arizona Department of Corrections by the Yavapai Superior Court Judge Tina Ainley.

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Fire damage at Cottonwood's River Community Church

Shortly after 1 a.m. Thursday, the Cottonwood Fire and Medical Department was sent to a structure fire at the River Community Church on the water tank hill above the 400 block of South Willard Street.

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Big Park School saved

March 22 at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, the Sedona-Oak Creek School Board was charged with deciding not only the fate of Big Park Community School, but where the district's seventh- and eighth-grade students should receive their education.

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As VACTE decides on new leadership, former educator remembers benefit of mentors in his life

Retired educator Anthony Lozano remembers what it was like to need a helping hand in his career.

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Verde Santa Fe men charged with child porn, dangerous crimes against children

Officers from Homeland Security Investigations startled residents of Verde Santa Fe while converging on a home there early Thursday morning, March 3.

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Emergency Management offers fire tips for drivers, lawn workers

With the arrival of fire season, Yavapai County Emergency Management is offering some practical prevention tips.

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Fatal DUI-drugs nets man 32 years in Arizona State Prison

Tuesday, Kris Raymond McClain, 52, was sentenced to a total of 32 years in the Arizona Department of Corrections by the Yavapai Superior Court Judge Tina Ainley.

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As VACTE decides on new leadership, former educator remembers benefit of mentors in his life

Retired educator Anthony Lozano remembers what it was like to need a helping hand in his career.

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Emergency Management offers fire tips for drivers, lawn workers

With the arrival of fire season, Yavapai County Emergency Management is offering some practical prevention tips.

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Ducey wants to open primary to independent voters

Parting ways with members of his own party, Gov. Doug Ducey said Wednesday he wants to keep the state's presidential primary and open it up to currently disenfranchised political independents.

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Thousands of provisional ballots remain to be counted in Yavapai

Voters in Yavapai County escaped the long lines reported in other areas of the state.

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Thousands of provisional ballots remain to be counted in Yavapai

Voters in Yavapai County escaped the long lines reported in other areas of the state.

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Yavapai College names new Vice President of Instruction and Student Development

Yavapai College has hired Ron Liss, Ph.D., as its new Vice President of Instruction and Student Development.

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Ducey wants to open primary to independent voters

Parting ways with members of his own party, Gov. Doug Ducey said Wednesday he wants to keep the state's presidential primary and open it up to currently disenfranchised political independents.

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Thousands of provisional ballots remain to be counted in Yavapai

Voters in Yavapai County escaped the long lines reported in other areas of the state.

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Yavapai College names new Vice President of Instruction and Student Development

Yavapai College has hired Ron Liss, Ph.D., as its new Vice President of Instruction and Student Development.

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Verde Village Property Owners Assn. membership meeting to elect new president

Verde Valley Property Owners Association holds its Membership meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, April 11, at the Verde Village Clubhouse to elect a new President.

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Yavapai College names new Vice President of Instruction and Student Development

Yavapai College has hired Ron Liss, Ph.D., as its new Vice President of Instruction and Student Development.

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Verde Village Property Owners Assn. membership meeting to elect new president

Verde Valley Property Owners Association holds its Membership meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, April 11, at the Verde Village Clubhouse to elect a new President.

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Coffee Talk with Mayor March 30

What is going on in the City of Cottonwood? Do you have some concerns or ideas about your city?

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Coffee Talk with Mayor March 30

What is going on in the City of Cottonwood? Do you have some concerns or ideas about your city?

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Attention Weather Enthusiasts!

The National Weather Service has partnered with the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail, and Snow Network (CoCoRaHS) and together, they are looking for volunteer weather observers in Arizona.

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Head-on crash leaves Minnesota woman dead

SEDONA -- A Minnesota woman was killed and two others injured in a head-on collision on SR 89A Wednesday morning.

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Head-on crash leaves Minnesota woman dead

SEDONA -- A Minnesota woman was killed and two others injured in a head-on collision on SR 89A Wednesday morning.

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Governor wants primary to include Arizona's 1.2 million independents

Parting ways with members of his own party, Gov. Doug Ducey said Wednesday he wants to keep the state's presidential primary and open it up to currently disenfranchised political independents.

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Pecans, Wine and Baseball

Bud Bowersock of the Fort Verde Excelsiors delivers a pitch to a member of the crowd Saturday on Fort Verde State Historic Park.

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House OK's measure allowing loans with interest rates up to 204%

PHOENIX -- Without a vote to spare, the state House voted Monday to allow lenders to charge interest rates up to 204 percent.

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'Some' Bob Stump texts qualify as public records

PHOENIX -- Some of what was found on Bob Stump's cell phone is a public record, the attorney general's office said Tuesday.

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Puppy mill pet stores off limits for municipalities

PHOENIX -- Saying its the best deal animal rights advocates will get, a Senate panel voted late Tuesday to bar cities from keeping pet stores from selling commercially bred dogs and cats.

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State moves to disallow communities from establishing 'living wage'

PHOENIX -- Acceding to pressure from business interests and the governor, Republican state lawmakers are moving to undermine the ability of individual communities to establish their own "living wages' higher than the mandated state minimum.

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New law bans communities from putting photo enforcement on state-maintained roads.

PHOENIX -- Those often-cursed photo radar cameras along two state roads are going away. But don't put the pedal to the metal just yet.

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House OK's measure allowing loans with interest rates up to 204%

PHOENIX -- Without a vote to spare, the state House voted Monday to allow lenders to charge interest rates up to 204 percent.

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'Some' Bob Stump texts qualify as public records

PHOENIX -- Some of what was found on Bob Stump's cell phone is a public record, the attorney general's office said Tuesday.

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Puppy mill pet stores off limits for municipalities

PHOENIX -- Saying its the best deal animal rights advocates will get, a Senate panel voted late Tuesday to bar cities from keeping pet stores from selling commercially bred dogs and cats.

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State moves to disallow communities from establishing 'living wage'

PHOENIX -- Acceding to pressure from business interests and the governor, Republican state lawmakers are moving to undermine the ability of individual communities to establish their own "living wages' higher than the mandated state minimum.

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New law bans communities from putting photo enforcement on state-maintained roads.

PHOENIX -- Those often-cursed photo radar cameras along two state roads are going away. But don't put the pedal to the metal just yet.

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Chino Valley eager to educate voters on Home Rule

Two years ago Florence voters became the first in Arizona to reject Home Rule. In 2005 Chino Valley voters gave their town officials a scare when Home Rule passed with a slim majority, earning 53.64 percent of the vote.

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Chino Valley shows its puppy love

National Puppy Day - which is Wednesday, March 23 - was started to promote adoption across the nation. There's not a lot of promotion required in Chino Valley.

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Chino Valley school district seeks two new teachers

Enrollment numbers have stabilized in the Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) - one student left the high school, but five students have enrolled at the elementary level this month, Superintendent Duane Howard told board members at the March 14 board meeting.

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Superintendent's report: Big changes coming to Chino schools

As Chino Valley Unified School District completes its 98th year of educating the students of Chino Valley and Paulden, its 99th year will see some exciting changes.

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Costs make PV Town Council wary of welcome signs

Prescott Valley officials say they want to create a more inviting presence welcoming visitors into town. But they aren't sure they want to pay for it.

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Giving fish a home at Fain Lake

Fain Lake, and those who like to fish it, have a cormorant problem. "Arizona has a big problem with the cormorants that are here in the area," said Jason Elmer, the town's parks and recreation manager. "Game and fish was estimating that the cormorants could actually eat up to half of each stocking that we were putting in the lakes."

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PV mayor keeps marching on for the Senior Center

Every March Prescott Valley Mayor Harvey Skoog plays host to a benefit march to raise funds for CASA Senior Center's Meals on Wheels program, including Saturday's even that drew about two dozens walkers.

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HUSD Board praises advisory committee work

In Humboldt Unified School District , the profile of a successful 21st century graduate is likely to look quite different than a similar student did a generation or more ago.

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Kindergarten readiness advice: children learn best through play

A child's educational journey begins at birth, yet for many parents the moment of truth is when their little girl or boy straps on a backpack ready to tackle their first day of kindergarten.

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Rumor circulating Albertsons may return to PV

A rumor has been circulating around the quad-city area that Albertsons will be re-leasing/re-purchasing its old stores in Prescott and Prescott Valley and rehiring old employees now that the Haggen bankruptcy court proceedings have concluded.

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Arizona Presidential Preference puts Clinton, Trump on top

Arizona voters made their voice known when the Presidential Preference polls closed at 8 p.m. March 22, with the winners being Hilary Clinton at 55.72 percent of Democrat votes and Donald Trump at 46.85 percent of GOP votes.

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Arizona Presidential Preference puts Clinton, Trump on top

Arizona voters made their voice known when the Presidential Preference polls closed at 8 p.m. March 22, with the winners being Hilary Clinton at 55.72 percent of Democrat votes and Donald Trump at 46.85 percent of GOP votes.

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Arizona Presidential Preference puts Clinton, Trump on top

Arizona voters made their voice known when the Presidential Preference polls closed at 8 p.m. March 22, with the winners being Hilary Clinton at 55.72 percent of Democrat votes and Donald Trump at 46.85 percent of GOP votes.

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Senate says no to ban of commercially-bred pets

Saying it's the best deal animal rights advocates will get, a Senate panel voted late Tuesday to bar cities from keeping pet stores from selling commercially bred dogs and cats.

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Court Docket: 3-23-13

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following felony complaints:

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The Verde Valley-wide March-a-Mile for Meals program held its first event in Camp Verde

This year, the Verde Valley-wide March-a-Mile for Meals program held its first event in Camp Verde, as walkers, marchers and joggers leave the Town's downtown gazebo Saturday.

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Trek for Tech 5K/10k raises $1,500 for Beaver Creek library

Says Judy McBride of Friends of the Beaver Creek Library, this year's Trek for Tech 5K/10K, now in its third year, raised approximately $1,500.

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VACTE governing board searches for interim superintendent

Not so often is a board meeting's hot topic the announcement that it is time for the public to leave. Wednesday, the Valley Academy Career and Technological Education governing board is expected to go into executive session to consider candidates for Interim Superintendent.

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Public Works reschedules repairs at West Clear Creek

A 12-day closure on Verde Lakes Drive to replace two plugged culverts at West Clear Creek has been postponed until later this month.

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Water canal at Montezuma Well reopened, still under repair

Though repairs are ongoing at Montezuma Well National Monument on the water canal that runs through the historic site, the ditch was reopened to the public on March 18, said Dorothy FireCloud, superintendent for Montezuma Well, Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot national monuments.

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Camp Verde Town Council hears cell tower recommendation

Commuters between Camp Verde and Cottonwood as well as local RV park visitors may see improved wireless service in their future as the Town of Camp Verde Council considers Planning and Zoning Commission's unanimous recommendation of a new cell tower during its March 23 meeting.

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Yavapai County redistributes YA Nation gaming money

Yavapai Apache Nation recently has been presenting checks as part of its Prop 202 proceeds distribution to each of the local municipalities.

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Mental health treatment forced upon Gaver son

PRESCOTT - Saying she didn't have a choice, Superior Court Judge Cele Hancock on Monday, March 21, ordered Jeremiah Gaver, who has been found mentally incompetent, to participate in the county's Restoration to Competency program.

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Street Art: Live performance becomes staple of Sedona tourist scene

SEDONA -- The City of Sedona is putting out the welcome mat for street performers in Uptown. But the mat has some boundaries.

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City of Cottonwood candidate packets available from city clerk

Candidate packets containing the forms and petitions that are required to run for office in the City of Cottonwood's fall election are available from the Cottonwood City Clerk.

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Cottonwood Fire called to late night brush near Old Town Jail Trail

COTTONWOOD -- Just before 9:30 p.m. Sunday, the Cottonwood Fire and Medical Department responded a brush fire near the Verde River behind an old town Cottonwood residence.

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Court Docket: 3/23/16

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following felony complaints:

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VACTE board searches for interim superintendent

COTTONWOOD - Not so often is a board meeting's hot topic the announcement that it is time for the public to leave.

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Mental health treatment forced upon Gaver son

PRESCOTT - Saying she didn't have a choice, Superior Court Judge Cele Hancock on Monday, March 21, ordered Jeremiah Gaver, who has been found mentally incompetent, to participate in the county's Restoration to Competency program.

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Street Art: Live performance becomes staple of Sedona tourist scene

SEDONA -- The City of Sedona is putting out the welcome mat for street performers in Uptown. But the mat has some boundaries.

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City of Cottonwood candidate packets available from city clerk

Candidate packets containing the forms and petitions that are required to run for office in the City of Cottonwood's fall election are available from the Cottonwood City Clerk.

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Cottonwood Fire called to late night brush near Old Town Jail Trail

COTTONWOOD -- Just before 9:30 p.m. Sunday, the Cottonwood Fire and Medical Department responded a brush fire near the Verde River behind an old town Cottonwood residence.

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Court Docket: 3/23/16

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following felony complaints:

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VACTE board searches for interim superintendent

COTTONWOOD - Not so often is a board meeting's hot topic the announcement that it is time for the public to leave.

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Arizona's Presidential Preference Election is today

Today is Arizona's Presidential Preference Election, allowing voters the opportunity to send a message to their party as to which candidate they would like to see run in the November 8 general election.

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Arizona's Presidential Preference Election is today

Today is Arizona's Presidential Preference Election, allowing voters the opportunity to send a message to their party as to which candidate they would like to see run in the November 8 general election.

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Arizona's Presidential Preference Election is today

Today is Arizona's Presidential Preference Election, allowing voters the opportunity to send a message to their party as to which candidate they would like to see run in the November 8 general election.

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Accredited Health Departments Demonstrate the Capacity to Serve their Communities Well

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Ducey to local government: Fall in line or lose funding

Ignoring a last-minute plea from cities, Gov. Doug Ducey signed legislation Thursday that will financially penalize those that do not fall in line with state law.

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Cities who ignore state law will lose out on state-shared revenue

PHOENIX -- Ignoring a last-minute plea from cities, Gov. Doug Ducey signed legislation Thursday that will financially penalize those that do not fall in line with state law.

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Lawmakers decide across-the-board pet store ban is improper

PHOENIX -- Saying they're protecting legitimate businesses, state legislators voted Thursday to block cities from banning pet stores from selling animals they get from commercial breeders.

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New high-interest loan option explored at Legislature

PHOENIX -- Backers of a new kind of high-interest loan are working to round up the votes this coming week to get them made legal in Arizona.

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Parole, probation off limits to people in America illegally

PHOENIX -- Invoking the name of a murdered convenience store clerk, a House panel voted Thursday to deny parole, probation or any type of early release to felons who were in this country illegally when they committed their crime.

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Anti-Israel business off limits to government agencies

Gov. Doug Ducey signed legislation Thursday that forbids state and local governments from doing business with firms that won't do business in Israel.

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Cities who ignore state law will lose out on state-shared revenue

PHOENIX -- Ignoring a last-minute plea from cities, Gov. Doug Ducey signed legislation Thursday that will financially penalize those that do not fall in line with state law.

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Lawmakers decide across-the-board pet store ban is improper

PHOENIX -- Saying they're protecting legitimate businesses, state legislators voted Thursday to block cities from banning pet stores from selling animals they get from commercial breeders.

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New high-interest loan option explored at Legislature

PHOENIX -- Backers of a new kind of high-interest loan are working to round up the votes this coming week to get them made legal in Arizona.

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Parole, probation off limits to people in America illegally

PHOENIX -- Invoking the name of a murdered convenience store clerk, a House panel voted Thursday to deny parole, probation or any type of early release to felons who were in this country illegally when they committed their crime.

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Anti-Israel business off limits to government agencies

Gov. Doug Ducey signed legislation Thursday that forbids state and local governments from doing business with firms that won't do business in Israel.

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Cliffs Parkway drain project '85-percent complete'

For those who drive by the Cliffs Parkway drain project, "Phase II is about 85 percent complete," said Public Works Director Ron Long.

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Camp Verde addresses access, parks, trails in Master Plan

A well-attended Verde River Recreation Master Plan presentation March 15 brought together a number of nature-based program leaders to highlight plans to be addressed in the Town of Camp Verde 2016 General Plan.

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Sunday birding excursion part of annual Pecan and Wine Festival

It takes more than one's eyes to identify a bird, says birdwatcher Jeff Tanner. Their sounds - and their behaviors, are ways to tell the difference between a bird that may look similar to another.

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Haz Mat spill at Maverik store

On Saturday, March 18 at approximately 8 a.m., the Camp Verde Marshal's Office responded to a diesel spill at the Maverik gas and convenience store, located at 541 Finnie Flat Rd.

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Autism-support workshops through August at Camp Verde library

From 10:30 a.m. until noon Saturday, March 26, Camp Verde Community Library will host Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center's free talk, an "Introduction to Autism: Research & Diagnosis."

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Help Camp Verde Promotions prepare for Fort Verde Days

This year marks the 60th anniversary of Camp Verde's Fort Verde Days. The volunteers who are Camp Verde Promotions would like to invite the residents of Camp Verde and the Verde Valley to submit suggestions for a theme to be used for this year's parade and festival.

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Lois Lamer: Decision to retire 'had to be made'

Though Lois Lamer may begin volunteering with her Methodist Church, the former CEO at Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education has not announced her plans for her future.

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Two Mingus Union students named National Merit Scholarship Finalists

Each year, less than 1 percent of each state's high school seniors become National Merit Scholarship Finalists. This year, two of those finalists are students at Mingus Union High School. Both Eileen Lower and Jeremiah McDowell are "are highly motivated, dynamic thinkers with bright futures," says MUHS counselor Cynthia Harakaly.

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Prop. 123 fundraising surpasses $4 million

Led by a pair of billionaires, proponents of Proposition 123 have raised more than $4 million so far to convince voters to approve the measure.

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Groseta Ranch Road to receive Main Street access

Cottonwood Development Services Manager Morgan Scott showed the Cottonwood City Council the engineering plan to realign Groseta Ranch Road to connect with Main Street.

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Lois Lamer: Decision to retire 'had to be made'

Though Lois Lamer may begin volunteering with her Methodist Church, the former CEO at Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education has not announced her plans for her future.

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Lois Lamer: Decision to retire 'had to be made'

Though Lois Lamer may begin volunteering with her Methodist Church, the former CEO at Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education has not announced her plans for her future.

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Two Mingus Union students named National Merit Scholarship Finalists

Each year, less than 1 percent of each state's high school seniors become National Merit Scholarship Finalists. This year, two of those finalists are students at Mingus Union High School. Both Eileen Lower and Jeremiah McDowell are "are highly motivated, dynamic thinkers with bright futures," says MUHS counselor Cynthia Harakaly.

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Prop. 123 fundraising surpasses $4 million

Led by a pair of billionaires, proponents of Proposition 123 have raised more than $4 million so far to convince voters to approve the measure.

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Prop. 123 fundraising surpasses $4 million

Led by a pair of billionaires, proponents of Proposition 123 have raised more than $4 million so far to convince voters to approve the measure.

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Groseta Ranch Road to receive Main Street access

Cottonwood Development Services Manager Morgan Scott showed the Cottonwood City Council the engineering plan to realign Groseta Ranch Road to connect with Main Street.

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Historic Clarkdale subdivision abandoned to allow future development

Another piece of desirable land between Old Town Cottonwood and Historic Clarkdale could be headed to the market someday.

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Call for 2016 nominations for Verde Valley Champions

It's that time of the year to recognize those who have given and given, and contributed value and quality of life to our community. You know the ones. They are the man, the woman, business person or student who goes a little further than most to make that important contribution.

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Groundwork nearly complete for Galpin RV Sales and Service

Groundwork nearly complete for Galpin RV Sales and Service Galpin RV is moving on development of the Cottonwood RV sales and service center.

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Rapid response by Cottonwood fire keeps tire business out of harm's way

Just before noon Friday, the Cottonwood Fire and Medical Department was dispatched to a brush fire behind Cottonwood Tire in the 900 block of Cove Parkway.

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Historic Clarkdale subdivision abandoned to allow future development

Another piece of desirable land between Old Town Cottonwood and Historic Clarkdale could be headed to the market someday.

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Call for 2016 nominations for Verde Valley Champions

It's that time of the year to recognize those who have given and given, and contributed value and quality of life to our community. You know the ones. They are the man, the woman, business person or student who goes a little further than most to make that important contribution.

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Groundwork nearly complete for Galpin RV Sales and Service

Groundwork nearly complete for Galpin RV Sales and Service Galpin RV is moving on development of the Cottonwood RV sales and service center.

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Rapid response by Cottonwood fire keeps tire business out of harm's way

Just before noon Friday, the Cottonwood Fire and Medical Department was dispatched to a brush fire behind Cottonwood Tire in the 900 block of Cove Parkway.

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Call for 2016 nominations for Verde Valley Champions

It's that time of the year to recognize those who have given and given, and contributed value and quality of life to our community. You know the ones. They are the man, the woman, business person or student who goes a little further than most to make that important contribution.

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Groundwork nearly complete for Galpin RV Sales and Service

Groundwork nearly complete for Galpin RV Sales and Service Galpin RV is moving on development of the Cottonwood RV sales and service center.

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Make up your own holiday

If you could create your own holiday, what would it be?

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Committee regroups after board says no to Verde admin college

The Yavapai College District Governing Board's recent decision to not solicit outside advice on the possibility of a separate administrative college in the Verde Valley has provided more "disappointment than displeasure," said Verde Valley Board Advisory Committee member Randy Garrison.

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Clear Creek Cemetery seeks donations

Contributions towards the upkeep and maintenance of a local cemetery are being sought by the Clear Creek Cemetery Association.

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Verde River Runoff a part of the annual Spring Heritage Pecan and Wine Festival

With 17 miles of the Verde River flowing through Camp Verde, it seems reasonable that at least one component of the Town's annual celebratory events should be riparian in nature.

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Arizona Flywheelers show features antique displays, tractor pulls, swap meet

Jim Mager, 85, came to admire farming machinery after a childhood "walking behind three horses to plow a field." Mager is president of the Arizona Flywheelers, which is holding its 32nd Annual Engine and Tractor Show Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 at the Verde Valley Fairgrounds in Cottonwood.

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'Coffee' the miniature horse rescued after falling through cattle guard

Yavapai County Animal Control officers were called to this remote area on Sycamore Canyon Road Wednesday at about 6 a.m. after a miniature horse named Coffee fell into this cattle guard. (Courtesy photo)

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Supervisors support Verde fire district merger

COTTONWOOD - Yavapai County Supervisors meeting in Cottonwood Wednesday heard details of the proposed consolidation of two existing fire districts and applauded the capability of chiefs to put egos aside and use foresight to get the most for the taxpayer.

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Changing of the Guard at VACTE

COTTONWOOD - A search is on for a new CEO for the Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education (VACTE) after Lois Lamer's resignation was accepted by the governing board during its March 11 meeting.

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Committee regroups after board says no to separate admin college in Verde

VERDE VALLEY - The Yavapai College District Governing Board's recent decision to not solicit outside advice on the possibility of a separate administrative college in the Verde Valley has provided more "disappointment than displeasure," said Verde Valley Board Advisory Committee member Randy Garrison.

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Call for 2016 nominations for Verde Valley Champions

COTTONWOOD -- It's that time of the year to recognize those who have given and given, and contributed value and quality of life to our community. You know the ones. They are the man, the woman, business person or student who goes a little further than most to make that important contribution.

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Arizona Flywheelers show features antique displays, tractor pulls, swap meet

COTTONWOOD - Jim Mager, 85, came to admire farming machinery after a childhood "walking behind three horses to plow a field."

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Supervisors support Verde fire district merger

COTTONWOOD - Yavapai County Supervisors meeting in Cottonwood Wednesday heard details of the proposed consolidation of two existing fire districts and applauded the capability of chiefs to put egos aside and use foresight to get the most for the taxpayer.

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Changing of the Guard at VACTE

COTTONWOOD - A search is on for a new CEO for the Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education (VACTE) after Lois Lamer's resignation was accepted by the governing board during its March 11 meeting.

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Committee regroups after board says no to separate admin college in Verde

VERDE VALLEY - The Yavapai College District Governing Board's recent decision to not solicit outside advice on the possibility of a separate administrative college in the Verde Valley has provided more "disappointment than displeasure," said Verde Valley Board Advisory Committee member Randy Garrison.

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Call for 2016 nominations for Verde Valley Champions

COTTONWOOD -- It's that time of the year to recognize those who have given and given, and contributed value and quality of life to our community. You know the ones. They are the man, the woman, business person or student who goes a little further than most to make that important contribution.

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Arizona Flywheelers show features antique displays, tractor pulls, swap meet

COTTONWOOD - Jim Mager, 85, came to admire farming machinery after a childhood "walking behind three horses to plow a field."

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'Coffee' the miniature horse rescued after falling through cattle guard

CLARKDALE -- Wednesday about 6 a.m., Yavapai County Animal Control officers were dispatched to a remote area on Sycamore Canyon Road outside of Clarkdale on a report of a miniature horse stuck in a cattle guard.

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'Coffee' the miniature horse rescued after falling through cattle guard

CLARKDALE -- Wednesday about 6 a.m., Yavapai County Animal Control officers were dispatched to a remote area on Sycamore Canyon Road outside of Clarkdale on a report of a miniature horse stuck in a cattle guard.

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Bumble Bee Foods Issues Voluntary Recall on Canned Chunk Light Tuna Due to Possible Health Risk

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BREAKING NEWS: Tomorrow, presidential candidate Bernie Sanders will hold a town hall at Twin Arrows Casino Resort in Flagstaff.

Bernie Sanders will hold a town hall event at the Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort in Flagstaff tomorrow, Thursday, March 17.

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Lois Lamar resigns from VACTE

Lois Lamar has resigned her position as CEO of Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education (VACTE), according to Steve Dockray, President of the Governing Board.

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Lois Lamar resigns from VACTE

Lois Lamar has resigned her position as CEO of Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education (VACTE), according to Steve Dockray, President of the Governing Board.

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Lois Lamar resigns from VACTE

Lois Lamar has resigned her position as CEO of Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education (VACTE), according to Steve Dockray, President of the Governing Board.

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NEWS UPDATE: Banning plastic bags is banned - - again

For the second time in two years, state lawmakers approved -- and Gov. Doug Ducey signed -- legislation on Monday designed to trim the ability of cities, towns and counties to regulate plastic bags.

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Fain Park to remain closed for now

For the safety of its users, the Town of Prescott Valley Parks and Recreation Department closed Fain Park in January while staff performed maintenance of park amenities, including the lake.

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Nine dogs put down in wake of distemper outbreak

The Verde Valley Humane Society has had to put down nine dogs in its efforts to battle a canine distemper outbreak discovered in early February, according to Shelter Manager Angie Hare.

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Probation, no jail, for Peter Gaver

Peter Ralph Gaver was a changed man when he walked through the front door of the Yavapai County Superior Court building in Camp Verde Tuesday morning.

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Town of Camp Verde Council news

After a packed agenda during the March 10 Town of Camp Verde Council Meeting, Wednesday's session will be more routine.

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Prescott Valley moves quickly to quash misinformation on its water

Mark Kieren, the Utility Operations Manager for the Town of Prescott Valley , said he was a little surprised when a resident called concerned about the safety of the drinking water. "Everybody can rest assured that the water quality that we have here meets the standards and is well below it," Kieren said.

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Dewey girl is 12 News Weather Kid of the week

Last week was a whirlwind of activity for almost-9-year-old Kia Mihok of Dewey. Kia, the daughter of Philip and Dawn Mihok and a third-grader at Franklin Phonetic School, was 12 News' Weather Kid of the Week.

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Prescott Valley growth outpaces the region

In a time when other communities are still seeing a sluggish rebound in residential development, town officials in Prescott Valley say they're seeing robust growth.

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Work begins on new home for New Horizons

David Seigler's vision for the new campus of New Horizons Disability Empowerment Center is to have multiple groups working together in a common space to help improve every facet of life for people with disabilities.

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Chino Valley to push residents, visitors to the extreme

Organizers behind the three-year old Chino Grinder bicycle race suggested to town officials that it would be nice if there were some folks at the finish line when racers completed the grueling 106-mile trip on mostly gravel roads to Williams and back, going up and down mountains along the way.

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Non-Christian gives town's invocation

For the first time in years, a Chino Valley Town Council meeting began with a non-Christian invocation when Council member Corey Mendoza gave prayed to open the March 8 meeting. Of the seven-member council, Mendoza is the only one who identifies himself as a non-Christian.

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Lifetime Channel films in Chino Valley

If you drove past Road 3 North on Highway 89 on Saturday, Feb. 27, perhaps you might be a blur in a new Lifetime Channel movie.

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Archaeology Fair, Indian Art Show part of Spring Heritage Pecan and Wine Festival

For more than 30 years, March has been a time for Arizona to recognize its history - and its prehistory.

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Annual 5K/10K raises money for Beaver Creek Library

While pecans and wine will be flowing in Camp Verde, the Friends of the Beaver Creek Library will hold its third annual Trek for Tech 5K/10K Fun Run/Walk Saturday at Rollins Park in Lake Montezuma.

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Town of Camp Verde earns Distinguished Budget award

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) announced that the Town of Camp Verde earned a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.

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9 dogs put down in wake of distemper outbreak

COTTONWOOD -- The Verde Valley Humane Society has had to put down nine dogs in its efforts to battle a canine distemper outbreak discovered in early February, according to Shelter Manager Angie Hare.

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Probation, no jail, for Peter Gaver

CAMP VERDE -- Peter Ralph Gaver was a changed man when he walked through the front door of the Yavapai County Superior Court building in Camp Verde Tuesday morning.

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Sedona gets a taste of 'the Bern' (with video)

SEDONA -- Jane Sanders, wife of Democratic Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, stopped in Sedona while traveling throughout the State of Arizona on her mission from Bernie this weekend.

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Traffic stop leads to drugs, weapon

COTTONWOOD -- Last Thursday , just before 11 p.m., a Yavapai sheriff's deputy stopped an older model station wagon on Western Drive near SR260 in Cottonwood for a registration violation.

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Mingus welders win awards, scholarships

Mingus Union High School welding students Luis Maria and Michael Fuller claimed top honors at the Universal Technical Institute's Top Tech Challenge.

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Sedona St. Patrick's Parade Winners Announced

46th Annual Sedona St. Patrick's Parade Award Winners

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Clarkdale-Jerome School dominates at Odyssey of the Mind

On March 5, two teams from Clarkdale Jerome School competed in the all-day Odyssey of the Mind Northern Regional Tournament located in Flagstaff. Each team completed a solution to their long term problem and also competed in a spontaneous problem.

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Court Docket: March 16, 2015

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following sentences:

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Camp Verde, Montezuma-Rimrock fire boards consider partnership, wild fire agreement

Tuesday night, the Camp Verde Fire District hosted a public meeting to solicit questions and feedback on a possible Joint Powers of Authority with the Montezuma-Rimrock Fire District.

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Teamwork focus of Marshal's Office employee recognition awards

Police work is teamwork, as emphasized during the Camp Verde Marshal's Office Award Ceremonies held March 8 at Cliff Castle Casino Hotel.

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Court Docket: March 16, 2016

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following sentences:

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Court Docket: March 16, 2015

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following sentences:

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9 dogs put down in wake of distemper outbreak

COTTONWOOD -- The Verde Valley Humane Society has had to put down nine dogs in its efforts to battle a canine distemper outbreak discovered in early February, according to Shelter Manager Angie Hare.

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Probation, no jail, for Peter Gaver

CAMP VERDE -- Peter Ralph Gaver was a changed man when he walked through the front door of the Yavapai County Superior Court building in Camp Verde Tuesday morning.

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Sedona gets a taste of 'the Bern' (with video)

SEDONA -- Jane Sanders, wife of Democratic Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, stopped in Sedona while traveling throughout the State of Arizona on her mission from Bernie this weekend.

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Traffic stop leads to drugs, weapon

COTTONWOOD -- Last Thursday , just before 11 p.m., a Yavapai sheriff's deputy stopped an older model station wagon on Western Drive near SR260 in Cottonwood for a registration violation.

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Mingus welders win awards, scholarships

Mingus Union High School welding students Luis Maria and Michael Fuller claimed top honors at the Universal Technical Institute's Top Tech Challenge.

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Sedona St. Patrick's Parade Winners Announced

46th Annual Sedona St. Patrick's Parade Award Winners

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Clarkdale-Jerome School dominates at Odyssey of the Mind

On March 5, two teams from Clarkdale Jerome School competed in the all-day Odyssey of the Mind Northern Regional Tournament located in Flagstaff. Each team completed a solution to their long term problem and also competed in a spontaneous problem.

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Court Docket: March 16, 2015

Judge Bill Lundy of the Verde Valley Justice Court issued the following sentences:

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Getting a handle on panhandling

Business owners in high-volume traffic areas in the city are being approached and contacted by Cottonwood police inviting them to take part in a new "Safe Shopper" program.

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Baby born in Bashas' parking lot

Baby Andrew A. Stout couldn't wait. He was born in the parking lot of Bashas' market on March 13 at 11:11 p.m.

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BREAKING NEWS: Update on Arizona Presidential Preference ballots

The Yavapai County Voter Registration Department reported this morning that they have processed 31,819 early ballots out of 82,003 voters.

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Getting a handle on panhandling

Business owners in high-volume traffic areas in the city are being approached and contacted by Cottonwood police inviting them to take part in a new "Safe Shopper" program.

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Nestlé USA Announces Voluntary Recall

Nestlé USA is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited number of DiGiorno®, Lean Cuisine®, and Stouffer’s® products due to the potential presence of glass pieces. This voluntary recall covers only ...

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Gas prices jump 16.5 cents a gallon in past week

Average retail gasoline prices in Arizona have risen 16.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.68/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 2,269 gas outlets in Arizona. This compares with the national average that has increased 11.9 cents per gallon in the last week to

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NEWS UPDATE: Battery deposits to go up?

Arizonans who purchase new batteries for their cars, trucks and boats could soon be hit with huge deposits.

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Gas prices jump 16.5 cents a gallon in past week

Average retail gasoline prices in Arizona have risen 16.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.68/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 2,269 gas outlets in Arizona.

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Gas prices jump 16.5 cents a gallon in past week

Average retail gasoline prices in Arizona have risen 16.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.68/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 2,269 gas outlets in Arizona.

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Vendors add flavor to Pecan and Wine Festival

As far back as anyone can remember, pecans and wine have been an important part of Camp Verde's farm-to-table customs. For more than a decade, Camp Verdeans have held a festival each year to celebrate the fruits and nuts of their collective labor.

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Developer loses bid for fire flow exemption in Camp Verde

What may be perceived as a message to future development in Camp Verde, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted down a developer's request March 10 to be exempted from current fire safety standards.

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Capital campaign kicked-off by Verde Valley Archaeology Center

The Verde Valley Archaeology Center has announced a capital campaign to raise money to build a new center on the site of 15 acres of land near Camp Verde Bashas'.

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Verde Valley Archaeology Center to launch new vandalism detection technology

Since opening more than five years ago, the Verde Valley Archaeology Center has been the area's leader in preserving history - and pre-history. Later this month, the Camp Verde center will take a step into the future.

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Money woes halt twin initiatives on dark money

PHOENIX -- Organizers of twin initiative campaigns to tighten up on dark money and open up political primaries suspended both efforts Thursday after a key source of funding dried up.

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New law allows Arizona to conform with rest of nation on stopping at red lights

PHOENIX -- If Rep. Chris Ackerley gets his way, more motorists will soon be able to escape tickets for running red lights. The Sahuarita Republican said that's not his goal. But he acknowledged it's one of the side effects of his bid to conform Arizona law with 48 other states.

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Change in the air for photo radar policing

PHOENIX -- The days for photo radar on state roads may be numbered.

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New challenge to Arizona public records law

On a 6-2 margin the House Committee on Government and Higher Education approved a measure which would allow government agencies and employees to reject a request if it is "unduly burdensome or harassing.'

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Fuse still burning on new Arizona fireworks law

PHOENIX -- So what's the most fun way of celebrating America's independence? "Blowing things up,' according to Gov. Doug Ducey. But that doesn't mean he's ready to legalize firecrackers here

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AZ jobless rate stands at 5.6%; national average 4.9%

PHOENIX -- Arizona last 48,600 jobs in January. And that's good news. The reason is that the state normally sheds employment after the Christmas season. But this year's loss is less than the post-recession average of 51,300.

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Ducey signs law to allow state to offer alternatives to AzMERIT test,

PHOENIX -- Arizona schools will be able to use assessments other than the one linked to Common Core to determine how well their students are doing. Without comment, Gov. Doug Ducey signed legislation Friday to let the state Board of Education offer alternatives to the AzMERIT test, the one now mandated by board policy. It also will allow schools to propose their own ideas for options. Other measures signed by the governor Friday will:

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Possibility remains that some Stump text will be made public

Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Randall Warner wants to personally see what messages forensic experts were actually able to recover from the state utility regulator's phone to determine which, if any, should be made public.

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Money woes halt twin initiatives on dark money

PHOENIX -- Organizers of twin initiative campaigns to tighten up on dark money and open up political primaries suspended both efforts Thursday after a key source of funding dried up.

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New law allows Arizona to conform with rest of nation on stopping at red lights

PHOENIX -- If Rep. Chris Ackerley gets his way, more motorists will soon be able to escape tickets for running red lights. The Sahuarita Republican said that's not his goal. But he acknowledged it's one of the side effects of his bid to conform Arizona law with 48 other states.

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Change in the air for photo radar policing

PHOENIX -- The days for photo radar on state roads may be numbered.

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New challenge to Arizona public records law

On a 6-2 margin the House Committee on Government and Higher Education approved a measure which would allow government agencies and employees to reject a request if it is "unduly burdensome or harassing.'

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Fuse still burning on new Arizona fireworks law

PHOENIX -- So what's the most fun way of celebrating America's independence? "Blowing things up,' according to Gov. Doug Ducey. But that doesn't mean he's ready to legalize firecrackers here

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AZ jobless rate stands at 5.6%; national average 4.9%

PHOENIX -- Arizona last 48,600 jobs in January. And that's good news. The reason is that the state normally sheds employment after the Christmas season. But this year's loss is less than the post-recession average of 51,300.

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Ducey signs law to allow state to offer alternatives to AzMERIT test,

PHOENIX -- Arizona schools will be able to use assessments other than the one linked to Common Core to determine how well their students are doing. Without comment, Gov. Doug Ducey signed legislation Friday to let the state Board of Education offer alternatives to the AzMERIT test, the one now mandated by board policy. It also will allow schools to propose their own ideas for options. Other measures signed by the governor Friday will:

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Possibility remains that some Stump text will be made public

Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Randall Warner wants to personally see what messages forensic experts were actually able to recover from the state utility regulator's phone to determine which, if any, should be made public.

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Two Camp Verde High School students were named students of the month in February: Brent Miller and Luis Herrera.

Two Camp Verde High School students were named students of the month in February: Brent Miller and Luis Herrera.

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Beaver Creek Adult Center names new president, officers

Though the folks at the Beaver Creek Adult Center are serious about their commitment to the community, they don't take themselves so seriously.

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'Don't close our school'

"They all said the same thing," said Surber, a West Sedona resident. "That the school was the heart of the community. They talked about how closing the school would destroy their community."

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New subdivision, 500 homes, proposed for Cottonwood

Cottonwood has been approached by a developer to add a 500-unit residential subdivision to the northeast corner of SR89A and Groseta Ranch Road near the Coyote Trails Golf Course.

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County supervisors to consider fire district merger

County Supervisors will be asked to approve a proposal to consolidate the Clarkdale Fire District into the Verde Valley Fire District.

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First of the Gaver cases looks to wind down

CAMP VERDE -- The father of the Gaver family, Peter, soon may have an opportunity to be released from jail on a plea agreement.

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Yavapai County Sheriff appointed chairman of state police standards board

Sheriff Scott Mascher has been appointed by Gov. Doug Ducey to the position of chairman of the Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training (AZPOST) governing board.

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Crime Report: Probationer arrested for possession of meth during traffic stop

CORNVILLE -- While on patrol overnight, a Yavapai County Sheriff's deputy stopped a 1991 Gold Honda Accord around midnight Friday at the Cornville County Market on Cornville Road.

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'Don't close our school'

"They all said the same thing," said Surber, a West Sedona resident. "That the school was the heart of the community. They talked about how closing the school would destroy their community."

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New subdivision, 500 homes, proposed for Cottonwood

Cottonwood has been approached by a developer to add a 500-unit residential subdivision to the northeast corner of SR89A and Groseta Ranch Road near the Coyote Trails Golf Course.

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County supervisors to consider fire district merger

County Supervisors will be asked to approve a proposal to consolidate the Clarkdale Fire District into the Verde Valley Fire District.

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First of the Gaver cases looks to wind down

CAMP VERDE -- The father of the Gaver family, Peter, soon may have an opportunity to be released from jail on a plea agreement.

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Yavapai County Sheriff appointed chairman of state police standards board

Sheriff Scott Mascher has been appointed by Gov. Doug Ducey to the position of chairman of the Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training (AZPOST) governing board.

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Crime Report: Probationer arrested for possession of meth during traffic stop

CORNVILLE -- While on patrol overnight, a Yavapai County Sheriff's deputy stopped a 1991 Gold Honda Accord around midnight Friday at the Cornville County Market on Cornville Road.

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Yavapai County Sheriff appointed chairman of state police standards board

Sheriff Scott Mascher has been appointed by Gov. Doug Ducey to the position of chairman of the Arizona Peace Officers Standards and Training (AZPOST) governing board.

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Crime Report: Probationer arrested for possession of meth during traffic stop

CORNVILLE -- While on patrol overnight, a Yavapai County Sheriff's deputy stopped a 1991 Gold Honda Accord around midnight Friday at the Cornville County Market on Cornville Road.

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A NUMBERS GAME: Mingus senior excels in budget challenge

Owen Browning is like many high school boys his age. He likes music, cars and extreme sports. Owen, a senior at Mingus Union High School, also likes numbers. And apparently, numbers also like him.

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BREAKING NEWS: Gun discharges, injures 74-year-old man

A 74-year-old male is being transported to Flagstaff Medical Center for treatment after receiving a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the right thigh, according to Commander Jacqui MacConnell of the Camp Verde Marshal's Office.

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BREAKING NEWS: Gun discharges, injures 74-year-old man

A 74-year-old male is being transported to Flagstaff Medical Center for treatment after receiving a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the right thigh, according to Commander Jacqui MacConnell of the Camp Verde Marshal's Office.

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BREAKING NEWS: Gun discharges, injures 74-year-old man

A 74-year-old male is being transported to Flagstaff Medical Center for treatment after receiving a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the right thigh, according to Commander Jacqui MacConnell of the Camp Verde Marshal's Office.

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NEWS UPDATE: March 11 last day for early ballot

Those registered with the Democratic, Green or Republican Party in Yavapai County and needing a ballot have until 5 p.m. March 11 to make a request, says Leslie Hoffman, Yavapai County Recorder.

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Verde River Basin Partnership distributes 'Primer'

The Verde River Basin Partnership, has public a "primer" to educate the public on the threat of too much groundwater pumping in the southwest.

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Camp Verde Town Council explores minimum fire flow standards

Town council Wednesday went into executive session as the Town of Camp Verde struggles with balancing fire concerns with the rights of property owners.

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Camp Verde, Montezuma-Rimrock fire districts seeks public input on possible partnership

For the past several months, Camp Verde and Montezuma-Rimrock fire districts have discussed a Joint Powers of Authority (JPA) that would in effect create one district. On March 15 and again on March 23, the fire districts will hold community meetings for area residents to learn more about the proposed partnership.

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Archaeologist talks turkeys - and people of Mesa Verde

At 6:30 p.m. March 15 at the Cliff Castle Casino Hotel's conference center, archaeologist William D. Lipe will discuss the connection between turkeys and the people of Mesa Verde.

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A NUMBERS GAME: Mingus senior excels in budget challenge

Owen, a senior at Mingus Union High School, also likes numbers. And apparently, numbers also like him.

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Cottonwood gets thorough overview of 89 & Vine project

COTTONWOOD -- A detailed proposal for the 89 and Vine development project was showcased for the Cottonwood City Council, Planning Commission and a small audience Tuesday night. The development is planned for 680 acres north of Cornville Road and Verde Santa Fe.

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Verde River Basin Partnership distributes 'Primer'

VERDE VALLEY-- Local Verde Valley governments are being presented with copies of a scientific explanation of a critical problem in the southwest.

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March-a Mile for meals March 19

For the past eight years, the Verde Valley Senior Citizens' Association has held March-a-Mile-for Meals to raise money for its Meals on Wheels program. Since many of the program's handicapped and home bound seniors live in either Camp Verde or Beaver Creek, the annual march will also take place in Camp Verde this year.

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A NUMBERS GAME: Mingus senior excels in budget challenge

Owen, a senior at Mingus Union High School, also likes numbers. And apparently, numbers also like him.

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Cottonwood gets thorough overview of 89 & Vine project

COTTONWOOD -- A detailed proposal for the 89 and Vine development project was showcased for the Cottonwood City Council, Planning Commission and a small audience Tuesday night. The development is planned for 680 acres north of Cornville Road and Verde Santa Fe.

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Verde River Basin Partnership distributes 'Primer'

VERDE VALLEY-- Local Verde Valley governments are being presented with copies of a scientific explanation of a critical problem in the southwest.

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Wonderful Pistachios Voluntarily Recalls Pistachios Due to Possible Salmonella

LOST HILLS, Calif. Wonderful Pistachios announced that it is voluntarily recalling a limited number of flavors and sizes of in-shell and shelled pistachios due to a risk of Salmonella ...

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Attorneys to defend and prosecute Seth Collins were in court Monday.

Monday, attorneys said the "disclosure" is ongoing and some interviews still need to be scheduled. Yavapai county Superior Court Judge Michael Bluff wanted to make sure that the trial would continue on time as scheduled.

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PV woman found, arrested after infant found with meth in system

Crystal Parker, who sheriff's deputies were looking for after her infant child was found to have "high levels" of methamphetamine in his system, was arrested early Wednesday March 9, a YCSO spokesman said.

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Governor signs law to ensure ballot integrity

PHOENIX -- Saying it will maintain election integrity, Gov. Doug Ducey on Wednesday signed legislation to make felons out of those who collect the ballots of others to bring them to the polls.

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House speaker seeks AG investigation into his own travel expenses

PHOENIX -- House Speaker David Gowan is asking Attorney General Mark Brnovich to investigate his travel expenses in a bid to clear his name ahead of his congressional race.

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State seeks government alliance with firms business-friendly to Israel

PHOENIX -- Arizona lawmakers are wading into the hot-button area of international politics with legislation to bar state and local governments from doing business with any firm that won't do business with Israel.

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Governor signs law to ensure ballot integrity

PHOENIX -- Saying it will maintain election integrity, Gov. Doug Ducey on Wednesday signed legislation to make felons out of those who collect the ballots of others to bring them to the polls.

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House speaker seeks AG investigation into his own travel expenses

PHOENIX -- House Speaker David Gowan is asking Attorney General Mark Brnovich to investigate his travel expenses in a bid to clear his name ahead of his congressional race.

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State seeks government alliance with firms business-friendly to Israel

PHOENIX -- Arizona lawmakers are wading into the hot-button area of international politics with legislation to bar state and local governments from doing business with any firm that won't do business with Israel.

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Joseph Kennedy sentenced to 5.5 years in prison for animal cruelty, drug offense

CAMP VERDE -- Joseph Kennedy, the Cornville man who threw a small pitbull puppy from the window of a speeding car in June 2014, has been sentenced to 5.5 years in prison.

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Joseph Kennedy sentenced to 5.5 years in prison for animal cruelty, drug offense

CAMP VERDE -- Joseph Kennedy, the Cornville man who threw a small pitbull puppy from the window of a speeding car in June 2014, has been sentenced to 5.5 years in prison.

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Countywide cleanup in March

Everybody has something they need to see gone. And come March, the Camp Verde Transfer station may accept it free.

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Yavapai College narrows search to 3 for next VP of Instruction, Student Development

Yavapai College has narrowed its search for the college's next Vice President of Instruction and Student Development from more than 50 candidates to three.

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Verde Valley schools announce spring break schedule

Camp Verde and Beaver Creek schools have announced their spring break schedules for 2016.

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Clarkdale and Verde Valley Fire Districts consider consolidation

The governing boards of Clarkdale Fire District and Verde Valley Fire District unanimously adopted resolutions at their February regular meetings declaring that a consolidation of the two districts should be considered.

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Clarkdale and Verde Valley Fire Districts consider consolidation

The governing boards of Clarkdale Fire District and Verde Valley Fire District unanimously adopted resolutions at their February regular meetings declaring that a consolidation of the two districts should be considered.

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Bruce George prevails in Camp Verde recall election

Tuesday, Vice Mayor Bruce George fended off a recall election, gaining 52.82 percent of the vote over contender Leah Robbins 46.50 percent.

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Senate Republicans push for change in state campaign finance laws

PHOENIX -- Senate Republicans on Tuesday approved a series of changes in state campaign finance laws that foes say will enhance the flow of "dark money" and make it harder for voters to know who is trying to affect the outcome of elections.

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Bruce George prevails in Camp Verde recall election

Tuesday, Vice Mayor Bruce George fended off a recall election, gaining 52.82 percent of the vote over contender Leah Robbins 46.50 percent.

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Senate Republicans push for change in state campaign finance laws

PHOENIX -- Senate Republicans on Tuesday approved a series of changes in state campaign finance laws that foes say will enhance the flow of "dark money" and make it harder for voters to know who is trying to affect the outcome of elections.

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Ace Hardware to open store in Paulden

Dave Sheets, the co-owner of Chino Valley's Ace Hardware store, said he's considered expanding six times before, but something always kept him from doing it.

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Council considers lease for large equestrian facility

Sergio Martinez, the director of design services at Scottsdale-based Agate, Inc., has built major equestrian centers around the world and is one of the foremost designers of such facilities in the United States.

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Moving day at Territorial Early Education Center

For weeks the kindergarten students in Kait Fletcher's class have been asking their teacher if today is the day. "They're excited," Fletcher said. "They ask me every morning when they come in, 'Are we moving today?'"

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Chino Valley 'reconsidering' its invocation

A lawyer representing the Town of Chino Valley sent out letters last week to groups that have written in opposition to the Town Council's invocation practices that state the town is still considering its policies.

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Chino Valley High students sweep Optimist essay contest

Chino Valley High School seniors Tabitha Sanders, Natalie Malloy and Kendall Foster placed first, second and third for the Optimist International Essay Contest, sponsored by the Optimist Club of Yavapai County. The three Chino Valley students were recognized on Feb. 24 at the Prescott Valley Public Library's Crystal Room. They were awarded medals by Dr. Butch Miller, president of the Optimist Club of Yavapai County and lieutenant governor for Zone 4. Nearly 40 high schoolers throughout Yavapai County submitted essays for the scholarship. Seven of the 11 qualifying students were seniors enrolled in Chino Valley High School's dual-enrollment English program, which offers shared college credit with Yavapai College.

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PV man ready to make jump into politics

Dale Poole said he had no intention of ever jumping out of a plane, despite being assigned to the 82rd Airborne Division during the recruiting process. "No, no, no, no, no, I don't want to jump out of airplanes," Poole said he told the officer at the match station the first time he mentioned which division might be a good fit since he wanted to learn communications.

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How PV police kept suicidal man alive

The man was drunk and carrying a rifle. He was firing it and screaming at cops, telling them to kill him. They didn't, and the story of how the man got out of the situation alive is one of police tactics and judgment, coupled with fortunate circumstances.

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HUSD staff talks funding priorities ahead of May's Prop. 123 vote

A representative group of teachers, administrators and other support personnel in the Humboldt Unified School District met recently to talk about the upcoming vote on Proposition 123.

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Coach to shave her head to raise money for childhood cancer research

Brandy Young said that she can't believe what her former coworker, Becki Davis, is going to do for her daughter. Davis, who works at PACE Academy, plans to shave her head on April 17 to support Young's daughter, Sage Young, who was diagnosed with leukemia in January.

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Prescott Fire's Kriwer quits, will join Mayer Fire

Prescott Fire Department Battalion Chief Eric Kriwer, who had planned to keep his Prescott job while working part-time as interim chief of the Mayer Fire District, has submitted his letter of resignation to the city and will join Mayer full-time.

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