Sharon White Even though a number of our members have left for their summer homes, the Material Girls who are still at home on the Ranch are as busy as ever. The Garment Group delivered 21 backpacks to the Advocacy Center in Eloy and made shirt savers and dignity scarves for assisted living homes. Our…
June 2026, Clubs & Classes, Sports
Stained Glass Club Member Spotlight: Pamela Swartz
Julie White In September 2025, Pamela took a leap into the vibrant world of stained glass, discovering a new creative outlet that quickly became a passion. Raised in the scenic state of Oregon during the winters and enjoying summers in McCall, Idaho, Pamela spent the past 39 years in Portland, where she dedicated time to…
June 2026, Clubs & Classes, Sports
2026 RRMGA Club Championship
Scott Bansner The 2026 Robson Ranch Men’s Golf Association (RRMGA) held its annual Club Championship on April 2 and 3, and the event could not have been better. Players were greeted with beautiful weather and outstanding course conditions, setting the stage for two days of great competition. This year’s championship featured impressive performances across all…
June 2026, Clubs & Classes, Sports
Robson Ranch Ladies Social Club Awards Scholarships
Bonnie Carnagey On May 4, the Robson Ranch Arizona Ladies Social Club (RRALSC) proudly awarded three $1,500 scholarships to these outstanding seniors from Santa Cruz Valley Union High School: Layla Brown, Emilee Brown, and Gabriela Galaviz. Gabriela’s sister, who was at the luncheon, was a recipient of the RRALSC scholarship 4 years ago and is…
June 2026, Clubs & Classes, Sports
Paper Crafters Donate Cards to Animal Shelters
Jeannie Salmon The Robson Ranch Paper Crafting members have been working this winter on cards for local animal shelters. The shelters can use the cards to thank new pet owners and folks who donate cash and items like food, blankets, towels, etc. Trudy Foslien dropped off approximately 70 cards to the Valley Humane Society. She…
June 2026, Religion
Why Prophecy Matters
Pastor Frank DeFusco The first reason for why prophecy matters, is found in 2 Timothy 3:16-17. That all scripture (including prophecy) is inspired by God, profitable for doctrine, tests us, corrects us, and instructs us how to live righteously; perfects us and equips us thoroughly unto all good works. Paul then goes on to say…
June 2026, Features
Savor Retirement: The Ripple Effect in Retirement
Tim Malone The Ripple Effect in Retirement refers to the positive and far-reaching impact that a retiree’s actions, mindset, and lifestyle can have on others—family, community, and even society—long after their professional career ends. It’s a metaphor for how one significant life change sends waves outward, influencing many areas of life. Just as a single…
June 2026, Features
Word of the Month: Cobber
David Zapatka Friend, word-lover, and bridge player, Jim Nulty, whose career path led him to Perth, Australia, offered this word from his overseas experience. Cobber cob·ber, noun. A cobber is an Australian and New Zealand slang term for a close friend, mate or companion. It is the equivalent to “buddy” or “pal” in American English.…
June 2026, Features
Watch Out for Ticket Scams
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly FIFA World Cup tickets remain among the most heavily targeted assets for online fraud, with scammers exploiting global demand and limited availability. Each cycle, thousands of fans report losing money to fake listings, phishing sites, and counterfeit confirmations that only surface as fraudulent when entry is denied. Fraud typically…
June 2026, Features
This Month in Military History: Japanese Submarine Attacks Oregon
Martin Bender In the darkness just before midnight on June 21, 1942, the Imperial Japanese Navy submarine I-25 surfaced from the Pacific Ocean close to the mouth of the Columbia River. I-25’s mission was to disrupt shipping, gather intelligence and probe America’s defenses. I-25’s deck gun was immediately aimed in the direction of Fort Stevens…