By Article Author The Cub Scouts of Post 770 held a Sweet Shop fundraiser at the American Legion Post 109, located at 15921 South Houghton Road, on December 18th. Post 109 Scouting is active, with a Boy Scout Troop and a Cub Scout Troop. The Scouting program meets every Wednesday evening at 6 PM in the dining room of the post. Troop 770 seeks...
By Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas One of my main goals is demystifying menopause. That includes letting women know about symptoms that aren’t as well-known as hot flashes and weight gain but are, nevertheless, normal. Are any of these familiar to you? If so, rest assured they’re normal – and so are you! Normal: “My vagina looks … different.” Mama may...
By Dianna Kelly, Goodwill Workforce Development Specialist Jennifer has successfully completed the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act Program twice now and it has been my pleasure to be her case manager both times. Jennifer first came to my office in the Pima County OneStop in January of 2015. She was interested in the Practical Nursing (PN)...
By Article Author As our readers are well aware, lots of development and new businesses came to our area this year. At the Safeway Shopping Center in Rita Ranch, Wings on Fire started service and Burger King opened next door. Dutch Brothers came to Las Plazas Old Vail and at the Vail Safeway (El Mercado shopping center). A new dental office and a...
By Article Author Vail resident Ricky DiMambro, a freshman at Andrada High, was awarded a Conquistador trophy in the 3 day El Tour de Tucson Festival and Expo, for being the fastest cyclist in the 14 and under category in 50-mile race, held on the 23rd of November. He came in 23rd overall in the 50-mile El Tour, an impressive accomplishment. Ricky...
By C.J. Heilema As global warming has become an international concern, hopefully it will inspire nations to act. Right here in Vail, Arizona, Ace Perma-Glaze is about to show the world what a spot of green can do! The 40 year old multi-surfacing restoration company has been fortunate enough to team up with the world leader in manufacturing of...
By Article Author Understanding the signs and symptoms of a heart attack or sudden cardiac problems can save your life. You know your body better than anybody else and need to know when to call 911, when things change. If you are experiencing significant discomfort, that you have never felt before, it is best to call 911 for evaluation and...
Our stories, local history, lore, and special places help us connect to each other, find our way in a changing world, and understand the place we live and the people whose lives and intentions shaped it. With the support of Arizona Humanities, The Vail Voice, and building on the 2018 Voices of Vail documentary film, the Vail Preservation Society...
By MaRico Tippett by President & CEO of the Greater Vail Area Chamber From the Greater Vail Area Chamber of Commerce (GVACC), we hope everyone had a Happy Holiday and is ready to start the new year off with a bang. 2019 was a colossal year for the chamber. We rebranded our logo and image, we opened our new offices and co-working spaces...
By Ben Pitney, Pastor of the Vail Christian Church I think New Year’s resolutions are worth making. I know that not everyone does, but let me tell you why I do. Everybody needs changes. But it’s hard to admit to ourselves that change can be severe. Have you ever heard someone say, “If I had it to do over, I wouldn’t change...
