On Thursday, Nov. 20, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Edward Jones Financial Advisor Stephen Phair will host a community blood drive in the parking lot of his office, located at 9666 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248. This marks the third blood drive organized by Phair and his team, a tradition that has…
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November 2025, Generals
Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation’s Annual Fundraising Dinner Dance Gala
Jan Hawkes and Jeanne Becker The Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation’s annual premier fundraising event this year is called Candy Cane Christmas Gala, and tickets for the glamorous event are now on sale on our website at slcommunityfoundation.com. Event coordinator Jan Hawkes, with a team of Foundation Friends volunteers, are arranging an elegant, semi-formal dinner…
October 2025, Generals
Diamond Lake Luminaria and Food Donation Walk
Sandy Ketterer Oakwood Unit 36C invites all Sun Lakes residents and their guests to join us for the 21st Annual Diamond Lake Luminaria and Food Donation Walk on Saturday, Dec. 13, and Sunday, Dec. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. Bundle up and bring a flashlight. Enjoy a beautiful stroll around Diamond Lake as you…
October 2025, Generals
Reach Out Sun Lakes and Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank Welcome Our Returning Neighbors
James Meagher If you don’t have a child or a grandchild currently attending college, you may not be aware of the significant financial needs faced by students in the 2025 college environment at ASU. After paying for their tuition, housing (either on or off campus), and significant expenses such as books and fees, many students…
September 2025, Generals
Annual Diamond Lake Luminaria and Food Donation Walk
Save the date for our annual Diamond Lake Luminaria and Food Donation Walk on Saturday, Dec. 13, and Sunday, Dec. 14. Mark your calendars!
Generals, September 2025
Annual Rummage Sale at Risen Savior Lutheran Church
Risen Savior Lutheran Church is having their annual Rummage Sale on Oct. 17 and 18 from 7 a.m. to noon at the south building, located at 23914 Alma School Road in Sun Lakes. If you have items to donate, you can drop them off on Oct. 6, 7, and 8 from 7 a.m. to noon…
Generals, September 2025
Congratulations to Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank—Tee Off for a Cause
In times of hardship, local organizations often rise to the occasion by weaving a safety net for those most affected. Through thoughtful partnerships and grassroots efforts, communities are able to provide vital assistance, bridging the gap for families and individuals facing challenging circumstances. Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank (MCFB), located in North Chandler, is a perfect…
August 2025, Front Page
Posse Is Here to Serve You
The Sun Lakes Posse maintains donated medical equipment items that are available for use by all residents of Sun Lakes and SunBird for three months, free of charge. The following is a representative listing of our available medical equipment: • Metal canes (height adjustable) • Walkers with seats and walkers with wheels • Crutches •…
Generals, August 2025
Sun Lakes Community Rallies for Life-Saving Cause at Edward Jones Blood Drive
The Edward Jones Sun Lakes team, led by Financial Advisor Stephen Phair, hosted its first-ever blood drive on May 8, and the results were nothing short of inspiring. With 23 donors rolling up their sleeves, this successful event has the potential to save up to 69 lives. The blood drive, held at Phair’s office at…
Generals, July 2025
Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse and the Red Cross Reach Milestone
Bill Shedd The Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse and the American Red Cross reached the milestone of over 1,000 units of blood collected since 2020 at our recent May blood drive. It was our 25th American Red Cross Blood Drive in Sun Lakes. We collected 43 units of blood during this drive, which exceeded the preliminary…