Pastor Mitch McDonald During this holiday season that is just wrapping up, we have been focusing on the “Characters of Christmas” during our times of worship at Sun Lakes Community ChurchSun Lakes Lady Putters. I will be honest with you; when we planned the series, I thought that was a catchy title, but as I…
Congratulations to Joann Rebillard for her win of the ILGA Low Net Championship. The tournament was held on Nov. 10 and 17 with a field of 55 players. Joann scored a combined two-day total of 134. Great job, Joann!
Alice Solch Brown Alice Solch Brown passed away peacefully at Aegis Vesta House in Chandler on Nov. 22 after a long illness. The daughter of Joseph and Ella (Vodicka) Solch, she was born at home on Aug. 26, 1926, in Cicero, Ill. Raised during the Great Depression, Alice was frugal but also generous, giving presents…
The Mulligans Halloween Costume Party on Oct. 29 was a fun-filled night with Witches and Goblins, Princes and Princesses, Sorcerers and Ghosts, Bakers, and many other notable characters in costumes. Cobwebs and skeletons decorated the area, along with body marks on the floors. Specialty drinks, candy, popcorn, and music by Riff Raff were offered. The…
MOGA Wins the Ryder Cup! The top MOGA (Men’s Oakwood Golf Association) winners were Dan Bogaard, Kevin Goodwin, Tim Cooper, Pat Wilson, Ron Rogers, Dan Kiska, Richard Engler, Mark Palmatier, Randy Moe, Rodger Brandt, Eddie Cauffman, Leroy Hall, Jim Ray, Brian Thornton, William Knack, Michael Krol, Tom Kiste, Steve Toon, and Gary Hansen. Oakwood Shootout:…
The Crystal Card Project rejuvenates used cards, sells them for $1 each, then donates the funds to My Sister’s Place, a domestic violence shelter. Thanks to all the volunteers, shoppers, and donors, $75,000 has been given to the shelter since this program began in 2016. December brought special donations of gifts, toys, and gift cards…
Sydney Engle The 2022 Stylin’ and Sippin’ Fundraiser to benefit Parents of Murdered Children (POMC) raised $7,353.14! A big thank you to everyone who attended and to the many donors who made our first fundraiser so successful. JudyWear Boutique will once again present a Stylin’ and Sippin’ Fundraiser on Feb. 8 from 2 to 4…
Helen Daley The Arizona Classic Jazz Society (ACJS) will be entertained by the River Road Ramblers Jazz Band from Tucson on Sunday, Jan. 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. The band is led by trombonist Richard Cook who will be accompanied by Zac Johnson (clarinet), Denny Schreffler (cornet), Evan Dain (banjo), Marco Rosano (bass), and…
The recipients of this year’s prestigious honor of a Crystal Award for community volunteers have been notified. Thanks to all of those who nominated a deserving volunteer. Look for the honorees’ pictures in the February Splash. The gala banquet to celebrate this year’s nominees will be held at Oakwood in the evening of March 12.…
AFMA Hosts Station 232 Open House Recently, the Arizona Fire & Medical Authority hosted an Open House at their newly renovated Station 232 located on Alma School Road, just north of Riggs Road. Community residents were able to meet with crews and chiefs of AFMA, as well as tour the firehouse and equipment. South Country…