Christa Quackenbush There is a lot wrong in the world. But when people lean in—each in their own way—to make things a little better, the world is, in fact, a better place. According to The Journal of Consumer Affairs, Arizona ranks last in the nation for education. The state earns poor marks across nearly every…
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January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Beauty Is in the Eye of the Fused Glass Beholder!
Doris Betuel Oh what fun we have in the Robson Ranch Fused Glass Club (RRFGC)! On Dec. 2, 2025, our club had our annual meeting and to reveal the winner of our Ugly Sweater contest. No, we did not have to dress the part. Inspired by our very creative member, Connie Drew, a contest was…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Featured Fused Glass Artist: Donna Toller
Doris Betuel Meet Donna Toller, Fused Glass Club member and outgoing Treasurer! Her journey to our Robson community started years ago in a small town in Colorado. Born and raised in Walsenburg, Colo., on a dairy farm, 4-H was a large part of her life as she grew up. Ranch living was prominent in her…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Robson Ranch RC Club Adds a New Dimension
Bob Kehoe The Robson Ranch Radio Control (RC) Club’s facilities continue to expand. Recently, the club added a new wheelchair-accessible gravel pad intended for use by flyers who enjoy drones and/or scale-model RC helicopters. The Drone/Helicopter flying area is located east of the pit area for flyers. The RC is FAA approved as a FRIA…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
RR Republican Club—Congressional Update and the Government Shutdown
Conrad Tolson Arizona Congressional District 5 Representative and 2026 candidate for Governor Andy Biggs was our guest in November, during the government shutdown. The Government Shutdown: There are 12 separate Bills that Congress must pass by Oct. 1 each year to make a complete fiscal year budget. The last time a budget was passed was…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Virtues in Action: Building a Kinder World Together
Betsy Lydle Smith Have you ever paused to consider what your favorite virtue might be? At this time of year, you may find yourself drawn to Compassion, or perhaps Generosity, Joyfulness, Faith, or Purposefulness. In fact, more than 360 virtues appear across the sacred texts of the world’s religions—something Dr. Dan Popov, co-founder of The…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
An Attitude of Gratitude
Nonni Van Dalen Isn’t January always a time for reflection? Particularly on what we can do to improve our lives. For me, it’s consciously adopting an Attitude of Gratitude. Gratitude is a powerful tool—it shifts our focus from what’s missing to what’s meaningful, thus reducing stress in our daily lives, improving mood, and strengthening resilience.…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
Christmas Ornaments for Eloy Seniors!
Doris Betuel On Dec. 3, 2025, the Robson Ranch Gourd Club had an “ornament party” for members to come and share their expertise and creativity to make ornaments for the Eloy Senior Center! While the club provided gourds and supplies, the members brought the enthusiasm and creativity to make the ornaments! Check out our tree…