Jim Meagher In Aug. the pace was slower, tee times were very available, and the (cold) coffee klatchs around Sun Lakes were buzzing. The banter often focused on the monsoon haboob last night, the Dbacks or perhaps the cost of gasoline and steak. Sept. has landed along with this publication of our Sun Lakes Splash…
wight Flatt Primary Candidates vying for a spot on the November general election ballot will highlight the Sun Lakes Democratic Club’s (SLDC) July 13 meeting in the Navajo Room at the Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 E. Sun Lakes Blvd. N. A social hour begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by the program at 7 p.m.…
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…
James Meagher The Beatles sang about it, and most of the time we just “get by with it.” Sometimes we’re aware of it, and most of the time we aren’t. I’m talking about that critical aspect of our lives that we often take for granted—Help. Sometimes it comes to us out of the goodness of…
Dwight Flatt Members of the Sun Lakes Democratic Club (SLDC) are invited to attend the club’s Jan. 12 meeting featuring several important speakers who will provide updates on the 2026 election cycle, local races, and community services that directly impact our area. One of the lesser-known elections is the SRP leadership election this April. Many…
Jim Meagher When the going gets tough, the tough get going. We are all familiar with this commonly used expression. It is often used by leaders to convey a sense of encouragement or even, at times, a command when confronted with difficult times. Our team at Reach Out Sun Lakes has not experienced a time…
Jim Meagher Congratulations to our partner Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank (MCFB). They welcomed their participants on Sept. 17 to their first golf tournament, held at San Marcos Resort, in what they plan to be an annual event. They are very pleased with the financial results in sufficient fundraising to provide meals for 4,000 people. The…
Dwight Flatt Arizona Attorney General (AG) Kris Mayes, who is running for re-election in the 2026 General Election, will make a return visit to address members of the Sun Lakes Democratic Club (SLDC) at the club’s Oct. 13 meeting. Mayes first addressed SLDC members when running for the Attorney General slot in the 2024 General…
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…
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…