Wicked City Chronicle

26/06/2019

The last touches are being made to the July (Fourth) Edition of the Wicked City Chronicle. In the meantime, spend some time with an article from our June edition that has certainly sparked some debate as well as a handmade poster with a big "NO" written over it posted at the Post Office.
Debate and opposing opinions are always a good thing.
BTW, this is NOT a $$$ making enterprise for any of us. We are hoping one day to simply cover our printing costs, but we will NEVER charge for this publication!
So glad we are giving folks something to talk about because there is never enough gossip in Jerome.
Stay Tuned as we will give you even more to think and talk about!

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway was closed for forty-five days during February and March of this year. The economic losses experienced during the closure amounted to an estimated $3 million in revenue, based on figures from February 14 thro...

15/06/2019

Water is our Future. Preserve & Protect this Valuable Natural Resource!

In Arizona 94 percent of streams are intermittent or ephemeral. Because these streams are evaporating for longer periods of time, it’s especially important to preserve what we have and keep sediment and chemicals from industries such as mining out of surface water. These above ground rivers and st...

11/06/2019

A Tale of Two Mines is one of many interesting stories in the print version of the Wicked City Chronicle. Our website will always have an archived version of the story & may contain more information than we could devote to our print edition.

Panorama of Jerome & the United Verde Mine Circa 1909, Library of Congress Panoramic photo https://loc.gov It was in 1888 that William A. Clark put Jerome on the map when he purchased the United Verde Copper Company for $80,000. It was a closely held corporation, with more than 95 percent of its sto...

07/06/2019

The June online edition is available from our home page. Content is being updated to reflect our latest print edition of the Wicked City Chronicle.

Wicked City Chronicle is a print and online publication highlighting stories of the History, Arts and Events in Jerome, Clarkdale and Old Town Cottonwood Az

04/06/2019

Did you know that you can subscribe to Town of Jerome alerts? Handy feature folks!
Here's the latest & don't forget to check out the Town of Jerome's new website.
More info:
http://mu1.co/7L0CN

Alert from Town of Jerome: BEAR SIGHTING IN JEROME

Date: Jun 04, 2019
The Jerome Police Department has received a report of a small bear seen near School Street. Our officers investigated and did not locate the animal, and AZ Game and Fish has been notified.

Here is important information from AZ Game and Fish:

Never approach a wild bear. Black bears usually avoid people, but if they start to associate people with food they may become aggressive.

If a bear is in your yard or neighborhood, immediately contact the Game and Fish office at (623) 236-7201 (line is available 24/7). Depending on what the bear is doing, department personnel may respond if it remains in the area. Deter the bear by making loud noises, such as yelling, whistling or banging pans.

If you see a bear in the distance, alter your route to avoid it.

On the rare occasion that a bear approaches you, discourage it by:

Making yourself as large and imposing as possible. Stand upright and wave your arms, jacket or other items, and make loud noises.

Do not run and never play dead.

Give the bear a chance to leave the area.

If the bear does not leave, stay calm, continue facing it, and slowly back away.

Know the law. Bears are classified as big game animals in Arizona and are protected by state law. They can only be captured or killed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department, legally permitted hunters, or in defense of yourself or another person.

31/05/2019

The June edition of the Wicked City Chronicle is "in the can". You will be seeing the print version next week.
In the meantime, See 'ya around the bend Leon . . .

Leon Redbone Performs "Ain't Misbehaving" (I'm Savin' My Love For You) From The Album ON THE TRACK Written By: Thomas "Fats" Waller, Harry Brooks & Andy Raza...

26/05/2019

An extended 3 day Memorial Day Weekend for some. While your are visiting family or friends, enjoying a BBQ or just lounging, let us not forget those brave men and women who defended our freedom and ultimately paid for their sacrifice with their lives so that we may be free.

Originally known as Decoration Day, Memorial Day started in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971 to honor those who served and died in wars.

25/05/2019

Help out the kittens, puppies & assorted Jerome critters by browsing the items @ Spook Hall this weekend. Name your price & 100% of the proceeds benefit the Jerome Humane Society!

Pick it up name your price on anything you see at the annual Jerome Humane Society and Clinic flea market this weekend. Clothing, furniture, artwork, tools, kitchen goodies, books, DVD's, computers,...

18/05/2019

We have just posted the beginning of the article that illustrates the architectural planning that went into both the towns of Clarkdale, (re-planning) and Jerome. If you're a History or Mining buff, or perhaps an Architect, you may find this read from the 1920's very informative!

Architect and Engineer Vol. LXIII. San Francisco, December, 1920 No. 3 Two Town Planning Projects in Arizona, Herding & Boyd, Architects Time was when City Planning meant an adventure in the Grand Style. It was an affair of colonnades, vistas, monuments. For the cultured but untechnical onlooker the...

17/05/2019

Don't Forget the Chamber's 54th Annual Jerome Home & Building Tour, Tomorrow & Sunday!

The Jerome Chamber of Commerce is ready for its yearly exploration of the back streets of this historic mining town with the 54th Annual Home and Building Tour. Save the dates of May 18 - 19, 2019 for a look at some totally renovated gems in the mile-high town. The Reber House, Built in 1917 after

16/05/2019

We published an article in this month's print edition & on our website. After hearing from some folks seeking more information from the original publication, we have begun transcribing the article. We will continue to update while we keep working on our June print edition.
Stay tuned Jerome!

Our Source for this article: https://archive.org/details/architectenginee6220sanf/page/n4 The Architect and Engineer 1. -- Design of Mining Town Near Jerome, Arizona by HERDING & BOYD, Architects, Engineer and Town Planners General Statement This report covering the construction of a mining town to....

16/05/2019

If you are traveling in Northern Arizona today, be careful! High Wind Advisory today! If you have a porch in Jerome, secure your items!

03/05/2019

Rumor has it that the May Print Edition is being distributed now!

May 2019 Edition of Wicked City Chronicle includes; Karon Leigh – Contributor Donna Chesler – Contributor Susan A. Johnson – Photographer Michael Thompson – Photographer Ginger Mack – Contributor Lauren Crosby – Guest Illustrator https://instagram.com/neonminiart Terry Molloy & Jerome Ti...

02/05/2019

The May print version, second edition of the Wicked City Chronicle should be in Jerome no later than this Saturday!

27/04/2019

Working on some video as well. I always enjoy it when the Rat Rods Cruise to Jerome!

27/04/2019

We heard Rat Rod Addiction would be cruising through Jerome late this afternoon. They headed to the Gold King Mine and hung out for a bit then headed down to Old Town Cottonwood. If you're in the area of Old Town, check them out! Rolling works of Art.

18/04/2019

It takes a city.
Congratulations Jay Kinsella.

JHS recognized Manager Jay Kinsella for all his efforts through the years with the Herbert V. Young award. Presenting the award was past president and current Vice President Allen Muma, and current President Steve Pontieous. Thanks Jay for all you have done to preserve Jerome’s unique history.

17/04/2019

Woof!
Thanks Lance & Jerome Humane Society.

The new doggie bag p**p station is now operational in the motorcycle parking lot across from the Spirit Room. It’s pure Jerome class. Thanks Lance!

14/04/2019

A Call to Jerome Artists and Businesses for donations to benefit Jerome Kitties, Puppies, Cats, Dogs and other critters for the local population in Jerome. Take your donated items to Nellie Bly in Jerome and Thank You!

Billed as

11/04/2019

Remembering a neighbor and artist, Jack Guth on his Birthday.

Remembering Jack Guth on his Birthday A short tribute by Ron Chilston I came to know Jack and Denise Guth after moving into our present abode of 10 years. They were our neighbors and as we got to know them better, we found out amazing things about Jack's life and art. I saw Denise today

10/04/2019

A beautifully chilly day in Jerome. Lunchtime temperature is 46 degrees, with 15 mph wind gusts making it feel more like 40°. Looks like more snow for Flagstaff and especially the San Francisco Peaks.
Water is Life!

09/04/2019

It is a good idea to call the Chief of Police or Fire if you see a semi heading up the hill to Jerome.

09/04/2019

We have Launched! You may have seen some of our newspapers floating around Jerome since Friday. There's no masthead printed as we wanted to have a bit of "Mystery" surrounding our publication.
You can browse an online version of the debut, soon to be famous issue, here!

Jerome is a town in the Black Hills of Yavapai County in the U.S. state of Arizona. Founded in the late 19th century on Cleopatra Hill overlooking the Verde Valley, it is more than 5,000 feet (1,500 m) above sea level. It is about 100 miles (160 km) north of Phoenix along State Route 89A between Sed...

09/04/2019

09/04/2019

09/04/2019