A packed weekend turns into a snapshot of a country—and a state—feeling stretched in every direction. From a surreal trip through Sedona—crowded, chaotic, and barely drivable—to conversations on faith, war, and everyday life.

Back in Arizona, Governor Katie Hobbs is out of state, rubbing elbows in California while budget tensions heat up at home. Efforts to rein in short-term rentals collapse again, raising big questions about housing and local control. Meanwhile, airlines are struggling—hard—with Spirit Airlines going bust

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