David Zapatka Reader Carmela Hopkins writes, “Every month I look for your column in the Splash. Have you considered an article on the word ‘run?’ You’re on a run. I mean roll.” There are more definitions of this word than any word I have researched. Here are a few. Run verb a. to go faster than…
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Features, December 2022
U.S. Military History: Unrecognized Heroes
Ross Dunfee When you hear your service-song played and you were in that branch of military service, please stand and be recognized. And so, the song goes, Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, and now Space Force. In turn, veterans of each branch of military service stand, the audience appropriately applauds the veterans, and…
Features, December 2022
Quail Creek Residents Win First Place—Stocktober Challenge
Connie Vaughan Youth On Their Own (YOTO) asked its community sponsors to help restock its nonperishable pantry in October. To create some friendly competition, a Stocktober Campaign was launched with sponsor teams selecting three categories, and for each item collected, one point was awarded, and the team with the most points would win. Caring Hearts…
Features, December 2022
General Manager’s Report
I am excited to share with our readers that Quail Creek will be conducting our 1st annual holiday lighting contest! Residents are encouraged to show their festive spirit starting Dec. 6 by dusting off their holiday decorations and untangling those holiday lights. Winners will receive a Quail Creek gift card with a value of up…
Features, December 2022
Where In the World Is The Crossing
Features, December 2022
Green Valley’s Got Talent Featured Artist
Samantha Beemer, who stole the show last November, will be the Featured Artist at Green Valley’s Got Talent on Monday, Dec. 12 at CPAC Auditorium. The show begins at 3 p.m. Tickets are available at GVGTalent.org; $15 reserved seating. Samantha hails from Tubac, Ariz., and is beginning her career in Theater Arts and Musical Theater.…