50+ min ago  (176+ words) The Verde Independent COTTONWOOD" " More than 80% of Arizonans rely on groundwater for drinking water, especially residents in rural communities and households with private wells Researchers from Arizona State University tested 47 private wells around Yavapai County for 75 variables, including: First-line indicators:…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (158+ words) The Verde Independent Secretary of State Adrian Fontes meets with Cottonwood officials on Wednesday, May 20, while visiting the city. Here, he shakes hands with Cottonwood City Manager Mario Cifuentez II on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (57+ words) The Verde Independent Margaret Emma Bowers Margaret Emma Bowers - whose radiant smile could light up an entire room, passed away surrounded by the love of her family in her home " This page requires Javascript Javascript is required for you to…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (287+ words) The Verde Independent Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. What's your favorite thing to show visitors in the Verde Valley? - To view our latest e-Edition click the…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (233+ words) The Verde Independent The power line that needs replacement is below the surface of the airport. (VVN/Olivia Maillet) The City of Cottonwood will spend a little under $54 thousand from its General Fund undesignated reserves to replace a crucial electric…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (150+ words) The Verde Independent Valerie Jean Olmsted 1951" " 2026 Dr Valerie Jean Olmsted, N. M. D. , 75, of Sedona, Arizona, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2026 She was born in San Francisco, on Jan 9, 1951, to the late Frank and Ruth De Lucchi " This page requires Javascript Javascript…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (358+ words) The Verde Independent Sweet Kori is ready for a forever home. Kori is shy and may take a bit of time to settle into her new surroundings. She's looking for patient, understanding adopters to help her adjust. No appointment is…...

2+ day, 6+ hour ago  (170+ words) The Jerome tribe gathered for a night of revelry to honor their town veterinarian Dr. Virginia Kennaway the best way they know how - dancing and music at the Spirit Room on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. (VVN/Vyto Starinskas) Old friends gathered to…...

3+ day, 50+ min ago  (292+ words) The Verde Independent Cottonwood Police Department vehicles were dispersed among the Copperwood Square parking lot on Feb. 23, 2026. (VVN/file/Olivia Maillet) COTTONWOOD " On May 20, 2026, the Cottonwood Police Department received a report that an unknown male suspect had kidnapped a juvenile…...

4+ day, 2+ hour ago  (81+ words) The Verde Independent As Memorial Day weekend approaches, it's a time to remember those who gave their lives in military service Taking a few simple precautions around outdoor summer celebrations can help prevent electrical accidents and keep loved ones safe....