Pastor Larry Sundin, Rock Springs Church Have you ever been invited to go on an adventure? I was with my 2-year-old grandson recently and we were heading back from the playground where they live, when he said to me, “I want to go on an adventure.” So, we turned left, and I followed him on…
Category: February 2024
February 2024, Features
Building a Strong Foundation
Kathy Sinnott A 24-foot obelisk will grace the southern Arizona skyline this year, offering new views of the Oro Valley horizon. The Arizona Heroes Memorial is on target to finish construction by late spring and will offer a plethora of activities for tourists and residents alike! Its scenic setting and landscaping will only be enhanced by…
February 2024, Features
News from the Sky: Phoenix Sky Harbor Soaring as a Pillar of the Community
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the front door to Arizona with an average of more than 130,000 travelers coming through the airport on any given day. In addition to serving passengers near and far who travel through America’s Friendliest Airport®, Phoenix Sky Harbor takes pride in being a pillar for the community in the…
February 2024, Features
Essential Oils and Memory
JoAnne Gaudioso Memory is the function of the brain that encodes, stores, and retrieves information. Whether you know it or not, you owe everything you do in life to memory-it enables you to speak, walk, develop relationships, and more. Essential oils like peppermint, rosemary and frankincense help support mental clarity and alertness. Tips for Finding…
Features, February 2024
Navigating Love Safely: Protecting Your Heart and Finances from Online Scams
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly As Valentine’s Day approaches, the search for companionship often leads many people to explore online dating services or social media groups. However, during the search, it’s crucial to be aware of romance scams that can exploit the genuine desire for connection as you age. Here’s a guide tailored to…
February 2024, Features
Word of the Month: Redolent
David Zapatka While reading The Metaphysics of Ping-Pong: Table Tennis as a Journey of Self Discovery by Guido Mina di Sospiro, I ran across the word redolent. His use of the word while describing table tennis rubber was intriguing. Redolent—red·o·lent adjective 1. Exuding fragrance: aromatic 2. Full of a specified fragrance: a. scented (air redolent of seaweed)…
February 2024, Generals
Celebrating a Year of Healing and Help
Joy Wegner As Friends of Pinal County Animal Shelter & Rescues (Friends of Pinal) celebrates the beginning of year number five, the group looks back at the amazing help the nonprofit has provided to many animals at our county’s animal shelter. From generous donors, small and large, far and near, Friends of Pinal managed more than…
February 2024, Generals
Robson Ranch Cigar Meetup: A New Gathering for Cigar Enthusiasts
Robson Ranch Cigar Meetup is excited to announce a new monthly gathering for cigar aficionados in the Robson Ranch community. This event is designed to create a welcoming space for residents to connect, relax, and enjoy their favorite cigars and drinks in a friendly, inclusive setting. The Robson Ranch Cigar Meetup is more than just a…
February 2024, Generals
Robson Ranch Annual Poker Tournament Is February 10
Bill Waugh, Jr. The annual poker tournament will be held this year at the Robson Ranch Sports Club. This year’s event will have two separate events. You may play in either or both tournaments. No Limit Big Stack Omaha By popular demand, this event is a No Limit Big Stack Omaha high-low event. The tournament…
February 2024, Generals
Christmas Golf Cart Parade and Donations
Pat Sand The Roving Ranchers’ Christmas Golf Cart parade was on Friday, Dec. 15. The weather was perfect at 75 degrees with clear skies and sunshine when the group started to line up at the softball field. About 50 carts participated. Four boxes were set up for donations to Toys for Tots. Donations overflowed the boxes, and many bags of…