Rover’s Kids wish they had a nickel for every time they are asked to take a pet that someone wants to ‘get rid of’—they would be funded for life! The harsh reality in today’s world is very difficult both emotionally and physically for everyone involved. It is hard for owners that cannot keep a pet,…
Kim Kubsch Preventing unwanted gifts is a tough one, yet nobody wants items that won’t be used or those that clutter the home. There are many reasons for giving and receiving clutter-free gifts, such as: Lack of space, Reducing clutter and overabundance, Protecting the environment with less in the landfill, and Valuing material possessions less…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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.…
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…
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…
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…