By a Concerned Citizen with a Deep Love of Irony (and Medium-Full Bodied Cigars) It was the best of times, it was the worst of times—depending, of course, on your cigar cut, your draw quality, and whether you remembered to bring a lighter. On Wednesday, Feb. 25, a loosely organized but highly spirited faction of…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Christmas Holiday Dance Party
On Dec. 11, 2025, the Line Dance Club held its annual Christmas dance party in the Hermosa Ballroom. Approximately 100 dancers gathered to eat, drink, socialize, and of course, dance! Cj does a wonderful job organizing the songs that have been requested at each class level. By alternating the songs, everyone has an opportunity to…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
Step Aerobics Celebrations
Carol Simmons On Sept. 27, 2025, Phil Olquin hosted a pizza party in the Hermosa ballroom for the step aerobics class. Judi Lewinski and Phil Olquin have been volunteering as leaders of this step aerobics class since 2007. With the help of Kim Gibbs, Scott Fauber, Michael Crowley, and Heather Heslin also leading aerobics routines,…
February 2026, Clubs & Classes
For the Love of Stained Glass
Julie White People love stained glass because it creates a dynamic and transformative experience through the interplay of light and color. Unlike traditional, static artworks, stained glass interacts with sunlight throughout the day, casting vibrant patterns and colors that continuously animate the surrounding space. This delicate interplay of light and color breathes life into the glass,…
Clubs & Classes, February 2026
Hand, Knee & Foot Card Club Celebrates
Vicki Keslin The Robson Ranch Hand, Knee & Foot Card Club joyously commemorated the season with a festive holiday gathering playing cards, enjoying delectable ice cream sundaes and an array of sweet treats, and ending with a gift exchange. We all enjoyed a magical surprise visit from the jolliest of duos, Santa and Mrs. Claus,…
February 2026, Religion
The Substance of Our Faith
Pastor Larry Sundin, Rock Springs Church Is believing in Jesus just a leap of faith? Is believing in Jesus simply a crutch or wishful thinking? You see, there are many people who will gladly tell you that having faith in Jesus is just a crutch and that what Christians believe in is not tangible, not…
Religion, February 2026
Your Hometown
Pastor Ash Dotson In an answer to the Pharisees, Jesus stated, “Even if I testify on my own behalf, my testimony is valid because I know where I have come from and where I am going, but you do not know where I come from or where I am going. You judge by human standards;…
Features, February 2026
Living Retired: Losing Sleep
Gary Chalk Monday night, as part of my dental treatment for a recent ladder fall, was my first night going to bed with a temporary retainer in my mouth. Tuesday night was my first night going to bed in our new fancy-schmancy adjustable bed. All this happened so quickly I did not even have enough…
Features, February 2026
Savor Retirement: Savor the Beauty of Unhurried Mornings
Tim Malone In a world that glorifies hustle and speed, the quiet magic of an unhurried morning often goes unnoticed. Yet within those first golden hours of the day lies a sanctuary—a space where time stretches gently, inviting us to breathe, reflect, and be. To savor the beauty of an unhurried morning is to reclaim…
Features, February 2026
Rockin’ In the New Year ’70s and ’80s Style!
Ron Gibbs The clock didn’t just strike midnight on New Year’s Eve—it spun back in time! Residents packed the Hermosa Ballroom on Dec. 31 for a ’70s and ’80s themed New Year’s Dance, an event that blended disco flair, retro rock, and a whole lot of nostalgia to welcome the new year in unforgettable style.…