Pastor Ash Dotson Hey folks, Pastor Ash here from Oasis United Methodist Church. Easter is almost upon us as we have been making our journey through Lent. First of all, I want to invite you all to our Good Friday service on Friday, April 18 at 4 p.m. in the Laredo Room. And then to…
April 2025, Religion
The Cross Changes Everything
Pastor Larry Sundin On Good Friday we will remember what Jesus did for us on the Cross of Calvary. What He did for us on that cold dark day over 2000 years ago is still as relevant today as when he hung on that cruel tree. For when Jesus died there for us, what Jesus…
April 2025, Features
Word of the Month: Parsimonious
David Zapatka While at dinner with friends following a sectional bridge tournament in Fountain Hills, a friend, Susan, described herself as a parsimonious person despite the new $2,000 purse she was showing us. Parsimonious—par·si·mo·ni·ous adjective 1. exhibiting or marked by parsimony; frugal to the point of stinginess 2. sparing, restrained Parsimony—par·si·mo·ny noun 1a. the quality…
Features, April 2025
Hold’em Poker Winner
Bruce Morris won the 2025 Hold’em Poker championship. The event was held on Feb. 15 during Desert Fest at Robson Ranch. Congratulations, Bruce!
April 2025, Features
Cruising the South Pacific
Rev. Donna Vande Kieft I haven’t been everywhere yet but it’s on my list. My new friend, Marie, from Boise bought this t-shirt on our stop in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand. I am on board the beautiful Cunard vessel, Queen Anne, on a world voyage, along with 46 other curious seniors from various…
April 2025, Generals
Adopt, Don’t Shop!
Mary Richling Covid and our stay at home status benefited our furry friends. Shelters all over the country emptied out as families welcomed new pets. Sadly, back to work, family upheavals, and lack of microchipping and altering have resulted in shelters again bursting at the seams. Our county shelter, Pinal County Animal Care and Control…
April 2025, Generals
Lookin’ Good!
Mary Richling Pinal County Animal Care and Control (PCACC) recently celebrated the opening of a 6,000-square-foot renovation to the facility that is located on 11 Mile Corner Road in Casa Grande. The renovation to the administration building now boasts a welcoming open lobby, visitor waiting areas, an adoption and admissions section, and a designated cat…
April 2025, Generals
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles
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Generals, April 2025
Robson Ranch Step Aerobics Cheers On Scott Fauber
Carol Simmons On Feb. 12, the Robson Ranch Step Aerobics class attended Dancing with the Stars at Robson Ranch to support and cheer on their step aerobics fearless leader, Scott Fauber, and the other contestants. Scott Fauber brought home the Mirror Ball Trophy with his dance to “Surfin’ USA”! Scott definitely connected with the audience…
March 2025, Clubs & Classes
Gourd Planters!
Doris Betuel Visions of spring abound! Our planters and table top décor are starting to spring into bright colors. The versatile and humble gourd can be an amazing addition to your home. You can make them into vases, bowls, ornaments, and even indoor planters! Gourds come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and can…