Janet Cook More homeowners are choosing to invest in remodeling to upgrade their experience rather than move due to high mortgage rates and limited housing inventory. In fact, home remodeling projects in the U.S. are projected to rise by 222,400 in 2025—a 5% increase over the previous year. The 37th annual Cost vs. Value Report…
Category: July 2025
July 2025, Clubs & Classes
Savvy Travelers Summer News
Jeanette Rajamaki Travel news: The Governor of Hawaii signed a tourist tax on hotels and cruise ships recently, saying he wanted to raise $100 million a year. If you are staying at your favorite hotel in the islands, you will see charges now of anywhere from $50 on up a day tourist tax. Ideas for…
July 2025, Generals
An Opportunity to Give Back
Lance Williams, Executive Director As the new school year approaches, the Sun Lakes community has an incredible opportunity to come together and make a real difference in the lives of local junior high students. We’re excited to announce a community-wide donation drive aimed at collecting school supplies and personal care items for students at Andersen…
July 2025, Features
In Passing – July 2025
Sandra Johnson Our beautiful and beloved family matriarch, Sandy Jones Johnson, formerly Sandra Simonette, went home to heaven on May 15, 2025. Sandy, age 78, passed away peacefully at Dobson Home in Chandler, Ariz., after a brief illness. She was born on June 2, 1946, in Ilion, N.Y., to Arvon and Francis (Seidsma) Jones. Sandy…
July 2025, Sports
Cottonwood Men’s Golf Results
Buddy Meola The two-day Ryder Cup challenge was played on March 29 and April 5. The Blue team was captained both days by Cottonwood pro Jon Griglak, and the White team was captained by PV pro Chris Evins on day one and Assistant Jaron Smool the second day. Each team consisted of 37 members who…
July 2025, Clubs & Classes
Greek Activities
Karen Vollis Yassou! I’m hoping to meet other people in Sun Lakes (of any heritage) who enjoy Greek food, music, dancing, and comedy. If you are interested in attending some of these activities, then please contact me at Karen.science23@gmail.com.
July 2025, Front Page
Brutal Arizona Summers and Your Dog
Arizona summers are brutal and can result in heat stroke, and hot pavement can burn feet. Visitors from other states, please take note. Balancing summer recreation and heat safety is serious business for dogs in Arizona. With rising temperatures, pets can become easily overheated outdoors or in vehicles. Take precautions and watch for signs of…
July 2025, Features
Spotlight on Advertiser: Why ReDo When You Can Re-New
Why redo when you can Re-New? Re-New Cabinets, LLC., a 5-star, family-owned and operated kitchen refacing company, has the only showroom in all the Valley. Don’t visit tomorrow; visit TODAY! In the heart of Phoenix, Re-New Cabinets, LLC, stands as a premier name in kitchen cabinet refacing, blending passion, precision, and personal service into every…
July 2025, Generals
A Message from the IronOaks President
Pat Horning, IronOaks President Bunker Time at IronOaks, Plus a Warm Welcome to Our New Board Member! Exciting Progress on the Greens Last year we completed a successful renovation of the nine holes on the Lakes Golf Course, which included a brand-new irrigation system, turf reduction, vibrant new plantings and trees, and beautifully upgraded sand…
July 2025, Clubs & Classes
Take Your Photos to the Next Level
Ken Duquaine People take pictures for a multitude of reasons. Some came of age when the smartphone camera made the taking of selfies to share with friends possible and have retained that motivation for taking photos. Others discovered online sites such as Instagram where they could show their photos to a wide audience and perhaps…