Peggy McGee All military officers and surviving spouses of military officers are invited to join the Green Valley Chapter, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), at their annual scholarship awards dinner. The event will be held on Wednesday, May 6 at American Legion Post 66, 1560 W Duval Mine Road. The social period begins at…
Cathleen Carnaby The Quail Creek Paper Crafters keep delivering cards to area assisted living centers. On March15, members met to create Easter-themed tray cards. The charity is called the Senior Love Project with donations for seasonal holidays. These cards are placed on residents’ trays at mealtimes and are a show of caring and “love.” Kelly…
David Zapatka Coming from a tech and marketing background, sister and reader, Debbie, recognized a trend in her field that is prevalent today and suggested researching the word, portmanteau. Portmanteau port·man·teau, port-ˈman- tō noun: a word blending the sounds and meanings of two other words Origin and Etymology: From French portemanteau, literally “carry cloak,” a…
Elisa Ross Just as you schedule annual physicals with your doctor, your finances deserve regular check-ups. Spring is the perfect time to ensure your financial house is in order with these five essential steps. 1. Review and Update Beneficiaries Life changes, but designations often don’t. Verify that retirement accounts, life insurance and bank accounts reflect…
Unseasonably warm temperatures are arriving in Arizona, bringing a higher chance of rattlesnake encounters. As snakes become more active earlier in the season, residents are encouraged to stay alert at home and on trails. Rattlesnakes are generally not aggressive, but they may rattle or coil defensively when startled. Giving them space and backing away calmly is…
Margot Elsner On March 7, about 90 Quail Creek Residents, who wisely escaped the rainy winters of Washington state, gathered in Veterans’ Memorial Park to celebrate our Arizona sunshine and the Seattle Seahawks SuperBowl Championship.