David Zapatka Reader and pickleball player Cindy Schwarzkopf wrote, “I am with SunBird Hikers, and we went to the Copper Mine tour at Bisbee. Very, very interesting story. It was incredible! I was reminded of the word ‘slavering’ from reading Wuthering Heights, which was written in the mid-1800s and is probably now an archived word.…
Category: August 2026
Features, August 2026
Savor Retirement: Savor Exercise Snacks in Retirement
Tim Malone Short bursts of movement—often called exercise snacks—can become one of the most enjoyable and sustainable habits in retirement. The core idea is simple: instead of committing to long, structured workouts, you sprinkle brief, energizing activities throughout your day. These “snacks” of movement are easy to savor because they fit naturally into the rhythm…
Features, August 2026
This Month in Military History: Victory in Alaska’s Aleutian Islands
Martin Bender The Aleutian Island chain extends approximately 1,200 miles west from the Alaskan Peninsula into the northern Pacific Ocean. At the beginning of World War II, America reasoned the sea routes in the northern Pacific to be vulnerable without control of the islands. Additionally, the west coast of the United States would face a…
Features, August 2026
News from the Sky: Phoenix Airport System Means Business
As the largest economic engine in the state, the Phoenix Airport System continues to play a major role in Arizona’s economy. The Phoenix Airport System includes Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and two general aviation airports, Phoenix Deer Valley and Phoenix Goodyear. Together, these airports serve as an engine of economic growth. Findings from an…
Features, August 2026
Spotlight on Advertiser: An Alaska Cruise Is Unlike Any Other
Richard and Kristin Morris Some vacations help you relax. Alaska changes the way you see the world. There is something genuinely difficult to describe about standing on the bow of a ship as a glacier the size of a city block cracks and thunders into the sea. Or watching a humpback whale breach just off…
August 2026, Features
Honoring Don and Terry Helmstetter: A Legacy of Creativity
Margie Calhoun When Don and Terry Helmstetter decided to move from Reno, Nev., to Robson Ranch in Eloy, a major factor in their choice was the community’s arts and crafts facility. Both of the Helmstetters have been dedicated watercolor artists for more than 40 years, and they were drawn to the promise of an active…
August 2026, Generals
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles
The deadline for the September 2026 edition is by noon on Aug. 10. Please send your submissions on time, and early if possible! You can email your submissions to editorial@robson.com or use our website link: robsonpublishing.com/editorial. For article and photo guidelines or if you have any questions, please call 480-895-4216.
August 2026, Generals
Fitness Is Your Responsibility
Gary Potter It took a long time for me to understand what a core is and how it affects everything you do. Did you know that even over age 50 it’s possible to strengthen your core and reduce your waistline? As much as I complain about Planks, they are one of the six best exercises…
August 2026, Generals
Save the Date! Robson Ranch 2027 Mahjong Fun Day
Mark your calendar for Jan. 18, 2027, to join fellow Mahjong enthusiasts for a day of fun, friendship, and exciting play! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, come enjoy friendly competition, great company, and a celebration of this timeless game. Additional details and registration for the Robson Ranch Mahjong Fun Day…
August 2026, Generals
Ocotillo Artists Group Summer Art Show
We have local artists from Sun Lakes, Chandler, Gilbert, and the City of Maricopa. They will be showing paintings, ceramics, fiber art, mixed media, and jewelry. Aug. 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Indoor show, free to attend! Holiday Inn, 1200 W. Ocotillo Rd., Chandler We look forward to seeing you there!