Pesticides – Part 1 Pauline Lee In 1962, Rachel Carlson made the world aware that pesticides can be detrimental to our health and our environment, documented in her book, Silent Spring. These man-made chemicals were created to kill unwanted pests that spread diseases or reduced crop yields in farms. The chemicals, however, killed pests and…
Sports, August 2017
June PVLGA tournaments were lots of fun
Liz DeMichael, Publicity Although June was one of the hottest in Arizona history, the PVLGA golfers were hotter. Let me show you how they sizzled. 6/06. The ladies used their results on only the holes starting with O-N-E-S toward their final scores, even though they played a full round. Someone could have a great day,…
Clubs & Classes, August 2017
Sun Lakes VFW Post 8053 Auxiliary – why join?
Sandra Whittenberg VFW Auxiliary is comprised of members from all walks of life with a common connection: All are relatives of those who served in overseas combat. Nearly 470,000 members in more than 4,000 auxiliaries across the nation work to improve the lives of veterans, active-duty military, their families and their communities in a variety…
Features, August 2017
A tribute to a lady with glitz and sparkle who inspires and enlightens
Rose Pachura with her husband Dennis moved to Sun Lakes, Arizona, in 1997 from Marshall, Texas. Always involved in her Texas communities and at the state level, she became immediately involved in her new greater Sun Lakes Community and new state. Striving to assist women to realize their highest potential, Rose started meetings of the…
Clubs & Classes, August 2017
Importance of a wellness program in CWPV
Sue Schwartz Excuse: I’m too old for exercise to make any real difference. Many years of doing not much has doomed me forever. Think on this: It’s never too late to improve your health. No magic date occurs when you suddenly stop being a work-in-progress and become frozen in time. Why do we tell our…
Clubs & Classes, August 2017
Fit and Fun wellness group
Susan Reynhout The typical American diet contains a large proportion of unhealthy fats, too few fruits and vegetables, too much sugar and sodium and too little fiber. This contributes to the risk of heart disease, diabetes, inflammation and chronic diseases. The right foods help our bodies build and repair tissue, decrease inflammation, protect us from…
Religion, August 2017
Unity: Peace
Unity Church of Sun Lakes is a positive and loving community of souls who follow the teachings of Jesus as well as those of other spiritual masters. We choose to live a healthy lifestyle filled with affirmative prayer, meditation, love and gratitude. We are truly blessed to have the uplifting and intuitive Rev. Debbi Brown…
Sports, August 2017
CMGA June Playday results
June 3 Morning Ace of Aces qualifier Flight 1 Gross: 1st Paul Brauer, 2nd Mark Higgs, 3rd Steve Bennett Net: 1st David Reap and Gerald Rooney, 3rd Steve Bennett and Jim Grube Flight 2 Gross: 1st Gene Kivi, 2nd Dennis Bockelman and Steve Lowe Net: 1st Gene Kivi, 2nd Dennis Bockelman and Ron Sarnicki Flight…
Clubs & Classes, August 2017
Bridge Results
Sun Lakes Duplicate Bridge Alan Behr The Sun Lakes Duplicate Bridge Club games are held at Risen Savior Lutheran Church, 23914 S. Alma School Road. Open games are held on Monday at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., Thursday at 1:30 p.m. and Saturday at 9:00 a.m. There also is a Novice game Thursday at…
Clubs & Classes, August 2017
Fun Lakers Club summer news
Carole Sinicki Are you ready to brave the heat and enjoy an active evening out? If so, the Fun Lakers Club has planned a fun-filled night of bowling on August 19 at McRay Plaza Lanes on Ray Road in Chandler. Our event begins at 5:30 p.m. The price includes two hours of bowling, shoe rental,…