by Rob Samuelsen Arizonans know that everything in the desert bites, pokes, or scratches! Evolutionary forces have provided flora and fauna with thorns, barbs, and venom to protect their territory, spread seeds, and to torment man! As such, nothing exudes more sympathy than an unfortunate encounter with a cactus! I parked my Jeep at Papago...
Eric Tatham from Cienega High School was recognized as the National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS) West Sectional Softball Coach of the Year. Jenifer Campos of Esmond Station School was recognized with the Future Cities Educational Excellence Award. Jim Matsushino of Cienega High School was recognized by the Arizona Music Educators...
Ensign Cynthia Morton Castagnaro, U.S. Navy (Cienega High School class of 2014 and former Vail NJROTC Cadet Commanding Officer) graduated from the University of Arizona and received her U.S. Navy Officer’s Commission on 16 December 2017. She is currently serving as a Surface Warfare Officer aboard USS Michael P. Murphy (DDG 112), an Arleigh Burke...
With all the amazing non-profit organizations that exist nationally and internationally, it can be very difficult to decide which ones to support. It’s also easy to overspend. So how do we support our passions, yet keep our budget balanced? Here are a few tips: Consider designating a monthly contribution amount. Rather than giving an annual lump...
March is Women’s History Month and Pima County Public Library has a great selection of materials celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Take a look at these books and honor those who have shaped history and its future. Women of Steel and Stone by Anna M. Lewis Holding the Line by Barbara Kingsolver Mighty...
by Helene Henager Before she’s born, a woman’s ovaries develop 6-7 million eggs. She is born will all the eggs she will ever have. By the time she reaches puberty, a woman has about 300,000 eggs. She will ovulate 300-400 eggs until she reaches menopause. At 50, women have about 1,000 eggs left. These are very old eggs, probably defective, and...
Houghton road over Union Pacific Railroad Traffic has been switched over to the new bridge structure. The new traffic shift is in place. Please be aware of turn restrictions and speed limit reductions. Business access has been maintained. Demolition of the old bridge structure is set to begin shortly. The Houghton Road Widening project from Mary...
I doubt there are many people that haven’t heard one thing or another about someone that has been diagnosed with and being treated for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, PTSD, or even has a loved one affected by it in some way. For the casual observer, these are mostly invisible wounds, and aren’t necessarily anything obvious to a lay person...
Southern Arizona grass fires tend to be very hot and fast burning. The easiest way to beat these fires is to create a firebreak in front of the fire. A firebreak is a clear space where there is no grass (or very short grass) or brush to burn. This deprives the fire of fuel, reduces the flame length, and slows the growth of the fire. Fire Marshal...
To the Editor: Home ownership out of reach for many; using “Sue” for an example. Sue spent four years in college getting a degree. You’d think that somewhere along the line “Sue” would have done a little research into the starting salary for a teacher. At 58% of her salary for rent, she’s spending $1,739 a month for an apartment. Somebody saw her...
