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BFD at QC

Savor Retirement: The Ripple Effect in Retirement

Tim Malone The Ripple Effect in Retirement refers to the positive and far-reaching impact that a retiree’s actions, mindset, and lifestyle can have on others—family, community, and even society—long after their professional career ends. It’s a metaphor for how one significant life change sends waves outward, influencing many areas of life. Just as a single…

Word of the Month: Cobber

David Zapatka Friend, word-lover, and bridge player, Jim Nulty, whose career path led him to Perth, Australia, offered this word from his overseas experience. Cobber cob·ber, noun. A cobber is an Australian and New Zealand slang term for a close friend, mate or companion. It is the equivalent to “buddy” or “pal” in American English.…

BFD at QC

It was another great afternoon in Quail Creek as we celebrated with Bands, Food, and Dancing (BFD) on the clubhouse lawn on May 15. Several hundred people got together to listen to the sounds of the Trouble Brewin’ and Sonorous bands. There were six food trucks available to choose from, offering brats, burgers, wings, chicken,…

Watch Out for Ticket Scams

R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly FIFA World Cup tickets remain among the most heavily targeted assets for online fraud, with scammers exploiting global demand and limited availability. Each cycle, thousands of fans report losing money to fake listings, phishing sites, and counterfeit confirmations that only surface as fraudulent when entry is denied. Fraud typically…

Tucson Window and Door Opens State-of-the-Art Showroom

TUCSON, Ariz.—Tucson Window and Door, Southern Arizona’s premier provider of high-quality window and door solutions, is proud to announce the opening of its brand-new, interactive showroom. Located at 4443 E. Speedway between Columbus and Swan, the space is designed to give homeowners, architects, and contractors a hands-on experience with the latest innovations in energy efficiency…

Hiking Arizona’s Trails

Arizona offers over 2,800 diverse hiking trails across deserts, canyons, and forests, including famous destinations like the Grand Canyon, Havasu Falls, and the 800-mile Arizona Trail. While these landscapes provide incredible experiences, proper preparation is critical for safety. Key Safety Tips: * Choose trails that match your ability and plan ahead (research route, check weather,…