Jim Meagher Our choices define us. For example, we decide to stay in Arizona or go elsewhere based on our circumstances. Staying put or heading out is an annual ritual of our friends, neighbors and ourselves. For those who migrate elsewhere we’ve given the title of snowbird. We make the decision that best serves our…
Sports, May 2026
Ironwood Lady Niners
Bonnie Hoewing The Ironwood Lady Niners (IWLN) “Gilligan’s Island” invitational held on March 25, was a great success. This event would not have been possible without the hard work of the co–chairs Debra Burns, Deborah Greenwood, Denise Weibel, and Sally Dixon. There were 88 golfers from nine different golf leagues across the state. Many positive…
Sports, May 2026
Lady Sluggers Complete Successful Season
Larry Wolfe Our Lady Sluggers senior softball team completed a successful season with a record of 16 wins, 10 losses and two ties. The ladies compete in the 10-team Valley of the Sun League which includes teams from throughout the southeast valley. Mandi Marchek led the team with a .804 average. Four of her teammates…
Sports, May 2026
May Is National Tennis Month
Get ready to serve up some fun because May is National Tennis Month! Whether you are new to the game, an experienced player or you’re coming back after some time away, get moving and join in the celebration of the world’s healthiest sport. Interested in knowing what your local club has to offer: www.cottonwoodtennisclub.com.
Generals, May 2026
Memorial Day Flag Service at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church
Following church services on Sunday, May 24, the Sun Lakes United Methodist Church will again host a brief flag-lowering ceremony at 10 a.m.at the Veterans Circle of Honor Monument in front of the church. This moving ceremony will honor more than one million men and women who died in all branches of our Nation’s armed forces.…
Generals, May 2026
Why Connection and Activity Are the Heart of Healthy Aging
Lance Williams, Executive Director, Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes At Robson Reserve at Sun Lakes, we believe that choosing an independent living community is ultimately about choosing a lifestyle—one filled with vitality, purpose, and genuine connection. As executive director, I often share with future residents that the true keys to longevity and well being aren’t…
Sports, May 2026
Doug Warwick Is 2026 Steve Hilby Spirit Award Winner
Larry Wolfe At our recent annual Social Event, held at the Palo Verde restaurant, Doug Warwick was presented with the prestigious Steve Hilby Spirit Award. The Spirit of Sun Lakes Softball Award was established in 2010 and renamed the Steve Hilby Spirit Award in 2024 in honor of the late Steve Hilby. Its objective is…
Features, May 2026
Unit Happenings – May 2026
Celebrating the Decades Karen Kwartler On March 22, unit 46 in Oakwood held a pot luck dinner to celebrate the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s. The event was held in the Poolside building and about 55 neighbors participated. We enjoyed great food, friendly company, and good old fashioned fun! One of the best parts of living…
Sports, May 2026
Cottonwood Tennis Monday Women’s 3.0/3.5 League News
Susie Dunn Our CTC Monday women’s spring league included over 20 participants throughout a 12–week time frame. Because our yearly gender and mixed tournaments fell between the twelve weeks, we switched it up a bit. The first six weeks we practiced with our designated partners that we were going to play with in the tournament,…
Sports, May 2026
Turning Frustration into Focus: The True Test of a Player
Kwong Young, USPTA Tennis Professional, IronOaks Tennis Club As a player, do you recognize the signs of frustration when they start to creep in? It can happen to anyone. A few unforced errors, a missed easy shot, a double fault at the worst moment, or even a questionable line call—suddenly, your rhythm is gone. Maybe…