Peggy McGee On Nov. 20 the Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) will be hosting an early Thanksgiving dinner in the El Dorado Room in the La Perla building on the La Posada campus. The social period begins at 5 p.m., with dinner being served at 5:45 p.m. The cost of the…
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October 2025, Clubs & Classes
Green Valley MOAA Donates Challenge Coins to VA
Peggy McGee The project was 18 months in the making because of design issues and approvals, but the Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association of America, persevered and was finally able to donate 150 Challenge Coins to support the Tucson VA Hospital. The Challenge Coins will be presented to those who successfully complete the special…
Clubs & Classes, September 2025
MOAA Awards Another Scholarship
Peggy McGee The Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), awarded a belated $2,500 scholarship to Cadet Major Milan Wilkinson. Cadet Wilkinson, a 2025 graduate from Rio Rico High School, was the class valedictorian, a role she was fulfilling when the MOAA Awards Ceremony was held in early May. Milan will be pursuing…
August 2025, Clubs & Classes
Free Legal Assistance for Some Veterans
Peggy McGee After a 3-1/2-month break from sponsoring luncheons and dinners, the Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association (MOAA), will kick off its program season on Sept. 18 with a dinner at American Legion Post 66, 1560 W. Duval Mine Road in Green Valley. Menu options include a choice of chicken or beef. The cost…
August 2025, Front Page
Airmen Send Their Thanks for the Food for the Troops Collection
Peggy McGee The Airmen of the 162nd Wing, Arizona Air National Guard, were delighted to see their food pantry restocked after the Independence Day holiday. Thanks to all who so generously contributed 180 pounds of groceries. The food choices were varied, and the paper, cleaning, and hygiene items will help reduce their bill when they…
June 2025, Clubs & Classes
MOAA Awards Scholarships and Grants
Peggy McGee The Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association (MOAA), recently awarded three $2,500 scholarships to graduating JROTC Cadets from local high schools. Cadet Ismael Cheang, Jr., will use the scholarship when he enters the University of Arizona (UA) in the fall to study mechanical engineering. Cheang, a Colonel in the Air Force JROTC at…
January 2025, Clubs & Classes
MOAA Board of Officers for 2025
Peggy McGee The Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), held their election of officers and directors at their November meeting, and those elected were sworn in at the December dinner. Once again, several Quail Creek residents demonstrated their willingness to continue to lead by volunteering to fill key positions. New or returning…
December 2024, Clubs & Classes
Learn About the History of Sahuarita
Peggy McGee and Monica Christiansen Have you ever heard the rumor that land that is now Quail Creek used to be home for Japanese prisoners of war during World War II? It is not a rumor, but a fact. You can learn all about this piece of history and much more at the Green Valley…
Clubs & Classes, December 2024
MOAA Food Drive a Success for December
Peggy McGee The Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), sends their sincere thanks to all the Quail Creek residents who made MOAA’s first-ever collection of non-perishable foods for homeless veterans a success. Not only did you donate food, but also cleaning, paper, and hygiene products. The dental items were especially appreciated. The…
December 2024, Clubs & Classes
Christmas Came Early for the Fire Department
Peggy McGee The elves from the Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), were busy at work trying to make the holidays merrier for teens from low-income families in the local area. For the past several years, the local fire departments have been partnering with the Salvation Army to provide gifts for families…