Category: July 2025

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The Remodeling Corner

Janet Cook More homeowners are choosing to invest in remodeling to upgrade their experience rather than move due to high mortgage rates and limited housing inventory. In fact, home remodeling projects in the U.S. are projected to rise by 222,400 in 2025—a 5% increase over the previous year. The 37th annual Cost vs. Value Report…

Savor Retirement: Understanding the Emotional Landscape of Retirement

Timothy Malone, Ph.D. Retirement is often envisioned as a time of leisure and relaxation, free from the demands of the workforce. However, this transition can be accompanied by unexpected emotional challenges for many retirees, including frustration, resentment, and even anger. These feelings may stem from financial concerns, health issues, changes in social roles, or feelings…

Relishing Pickleball: The Art of Blocking

David Zapatka Last month we discussed how to beat the bangers. Blocking at the kitchen line was a key strategy. This article will pick up with that focus. Consider these strategies to improve your blocking skills. 1. You know the hard shot is coming. Be prepared, knees bent, relaxed, eyes on the ball, paddle out…

Republican Club Honors Our Local Peacekeepers

Conrad Tolson Sheriff Ross Teeple and Eloy Police Chief Sergio Banalas were guests at our May meeting. Sheriff Teeple: Per the Arizona Constitution, the Sheriff is the chief law enforcement for the county; however, they work closely with and support local police and the State Troopers. Pinal County is the size of the state of…

Half Price!

Mike Consentino Half price. Yea! Who doesn’t like half price? Membership dues for the Desert Woodcrafters Club are full price ($120) when paid between January 1 and July 1, and half price ($60) when paid between July 1 and Dec. 31. The last half of the year is already upon us and there may be…

Looking Beyond

Pastor Ash Dotson I was looking at a scripture the other day, and it occurred to me that we have it a bit tougher than those who physically followed Jesus. In John 6:36, Jesus speaks with his followers and points out that even though they saw him it was difficult for them to understand or…

More to “Church” Than Meets the Eye

Pastor Larry Sundin Have you ever wondered, “Is there more to ‘church’ than meets the eye?” The first church service I ever attended as an adult was in 1981. There were three distinct impressions I took away from that first service. One, the music wasn’t of my generation. Everyone was singing these slow, plodding songs.…