To the editor, The other day I took a friend to the dentist. After dropping him off I decided to get some breakfast at Jerry Bobs. After placing my order, I overheard the waiter while preparing a bill, asking the customer at the next table if he was a veteran. As I saw him shake his head no, I thought about how I was going to answer this question...
By Kim Anderson of TMC HealthCare Picture this: Your family is visiting relatives in another state for the holidays. You think your toddler might have a urinary tract infection. You know it’s not an emergency department situation, but you also think your child should see a doctor. Where do you go? It turns out you don’t have to go anywhere, thanks...
By Emily Grace Newkirk of Vail Realty … to sell your home! Thanks to Southern Arizona’s temperate climate, our housing market is far less seasonal than other locales. Even the holiday season here inspires homebuyers, making it an ideal time to list. If you’re considering selling your home, we can assist you in determining its fair market value and...
By Ben Pitney of Vail Christian Church I would love for people to refocus their hearts back to Jesus this Christmas. “Advent Conspiracy,” a movement to change the way we think about Christmas, believes that this is the approach God had in mind for Christmas. They say, “it’s a season where we are called to put down our burdens and lift...
By Rob Hallberg For the 13th consecutive year, Santa Claus will be parking his sled on the roof of our building and dropping in to see the good kids in Southeast Tucson and Vail! Date: Saturday, December 7th Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Location: 10222 E. Rita Road Kids: Remember to bring you self-addressed letter for Santa – he may just write you...
By Article Author In regards to last month’s article, “Trip of a Lifetime,” for local applications, you can visit the Honor Flight Southern Arizona website at
Dylan Mark Thomas Spencer is a 2014 graduate of Cienega High and the son of Barry and Carlyn Spencer. Dylan earned an Associates Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Pima Community College and is a member of the Phi Theti Kappa Honor Society. He enlisted in the Navy and is currently stationed at the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command at Goose...
By Glenn Taylor After the birth of Corona De Tucson, this little community grew, creating its own history and enlightenment. From the 1970s thru the 1990s, Corona was classified as a close little community off the beaten trail with charisma and pride for their area. A snippet of our little history, from verbal and written communication, is...
By Fire Marshal Herdliska Did you know that heating is the second leading cause of home fires? Please follow these suggestions to keep your home warm and safe. One of the biggest mistakes is putting something too close to a heating source. Keep anything that can burn 3 feet away from space heaters, fireplaces, wood stoves, and radiators. Use...
