In the previous issue, we ran the story of Kyle Walker, a senior at Cienega High School, in the Youth Spotlight section of the paper. Kyle started a window washing business and was professionally trained by his father. He is looking for your business! Call Kyle at 541-749-0057.
by Shirley Scott, City of Tucson Ward 4 Council Member. Joining Home Goods and the Target fulfillment center, Amazon has chosen a home in South East Tucson with plans to hire more than 1,500 full-time employees. Luring Amazon to the City of Tucson began 11 months ago, which has drawn significant attention to Tucson from logistics centers around...
A Giant Mesquite Bug The “Antenna Eye” Bug The Green Cactus Sap Bug Answer: A. The Giant Mesquite Bug is a large bug (Thasus neocalifornicus) usually found hanging around on Mesquite trees, where they feed on the juices pulled out of the softer plant parts. Google “Giant Mesquite Bug” for more information on this interesting creature. ...
by Tom Howard Road Construction Update Houghton Road/Over Union Pacific Railroad: Crews are now backing filing the new South Bound side of Houghton Road. Work continues on the bridge deck. Crews should be ready to pour the new roadway soon. Remember to access Houghton Towne Center businesses from Old Vail Road. Left turns are not permitted from...
by Elizabeth Smith This time of year, I always get asked how to use prickly pear juice. Prickly pear lemonade and prickly pear jelly are two great ways of enjoying this desert juice. Did you know that the pure juice from the prickly pear tuna lowers blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure? Because of this it is recommended that you consume no...
by Jeff Logsdon, Chairman, Greater Vail Area Chamber of Commerce Nearly two years ago a vision set the course to identify the person that would become a champion for business owners and a catalyst for growth in the greater Vail area. Touted as one of the fastest growing regions in Southern Arizona, Supervisor Steve Christy has referred to...
By Stacy Winstryg Vail is booming! Houses are popping up in every corner of the district. The economy is doing well and people are flocking to the Vail School District because of our excellent reputation for an A+ education. Roads are being improved and businesses are coming to accommodate the growth. But what about our schools? If you have...
by Candace Lansberry Labor Day is here already, and the afternoons and evenings are beginning to cool down a bit … and thoughts are turning to fall break and family. Perhaps it’s also time to turn your thoughts to God and what it means to live out faith in today’s world. At Desert Skies, we have created a worship experience and...
by Rob Samuelsen At Catalina Highway milepost 9.1, there is a scenic viewpoint. During dry seasons, it looks like nothing more than a crack in the cliff, but during wet seasons, this crack fills with rushing water, creating a wonderful series of tall waterfalls — “Seven Cataracts” if you count carefully! These cataracts can be traversed by...
The Rincon Valley Farmers and Artisans Market and Heirloom Farmers Markets are excited to announce their affiliation. On August 1st, 2018, Heirloom Farmers Markets assumed operation and management of the Saturday Rincon Valley Farmers and Artisans Market (12500 E Old Spanish Trail), which is open from 8 AM – 1 PM. “Heirloom has a track record of...
