Lorraine Marie Brammer Lorraine Marie Brammer, 87, went to be with our Lord on Dec. 6, 2023, due to complications from COVID. She was born, one of eight children, on the family ranch in western South Dakota. Life on the prairie was hard but the family was strong, and the siblings enjoyed nearly every aspect…
Line Dance classes are on Mondays, March 4 through March 25, from 5:15 to 6 p.m. West Coast Swing classes are on Mondays, March 4 through March 25, from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Lessons in Latin technique, used in cha cha, rumba, and salsa moves, are on Wednesdays, March 6 through March 27, from 4…
Rich Volpe, Chapter Commander As we head into the time of year closing in on some of our major holidays, our organization would like to give a special thanks and extend our appreciation to all who have helped support us over the past years. Things are getting back to normal, and we have been going…
Gwen Grace The black-crowned night heron is usually inconspicuous and hard to spot among the reeds and bushes over a body of water. It likes to come out at dusk to eat, but it sits in trees in the daylight. If you want to see one, join the Desert Rivers Audubon Society at the Gilbert…
Rina Cupples, Reiki Teaching Master You’ve heard of the health benefits derived from eating nutritious food, taking supplements, and following a regular exercise regime. We also understand that stress can undermine our wellbeing, so maintaining a positive attitude and enjoyable social structure contribute to good health also. Our spiritual practices, like attending church, meditation, and…
Larry Wolfe Dun, da-DUN-dun! The story you’re about to read is true. Unlike the old TV show Dragnet, the names have not been changed to protect the innocent. “This is the city—San Leandro, Calif. I carry a badge. My name’s Lemmon.” That could certainly be the lead-in for the life story of Greg Lemmon. But let’s…