New Year: what it means and how to make it your year! Celebrating the New Year is not a new thing, it’s something many of us do every year, but do you know the history behind it? Did you know why the ball was dropped at midnight? Why do we celebrate on the first of January? And what other people do around the world? The new year started not...
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Friends, The holiday season is upon us! One of my favorite events to usher in the holiday spirit is the Tucson Fire Fighters Association’s Thanksgiving food box initiative. Every year, TFFA’s dedication to raising funds, procuring food, and coordinating activities ensures a complete Thanksgiving meal for hundreds of people and families...
Imagine it’s a hot summer day in Vail. You’re in the middle of your weekly volunteer grocery rescue run for the Vail Food Bank when, whammo, the engine fails on the Resources 2004 Ford Econoline van you’re driving. Even though the vehicle has been well maintained over the years, that scenario lurks in the minds of food bank volunteer drivers and...
Do you believe in magic? The Vail Chorale does, and we cordially invite the Greater Vail Community to see why at our upcoming Fall 2023 concert, The Magic of Music. Two performances are scheduled, on Saturday November 4th at 3:00 p.m. at the Arizona Senior Academy, 13715 E. Langtry Lane, and on Sunday November 5th at 3:00 p.m. at the Del Webb...
By now, everyone in Vail should have noticed the Love Vail signs spread throughout our community. The Love Vail campaign and Proposition 402 is a vote of HOPE. It’s the message of hope that Walter Vail held true when he purchased the Empire Ranch and negotiated an easement for the rail siding of Vail. To him, hope meant bringing food to the west...
The silencing of Vail residents has been happening for months behind the scenes and will continue to happen if Vail is incorporated. IVA chose to ignore hundreds of residents’ opt-out requests. IVA/Love Vail Vote Vail has now chosen to block and delete any person on Facebook who speaks out against incorporation. Board members and supporters of...
Hello Friends, It’s that time of year again when the leaves start falling, the air turns crisp, and we dig out our comfiest sweaters – yes, it’s fall, y’all! And you know what that means… it’s almost time for the annual Boo Bash where this year we will be hosting a Jack O’ Lantern Contest! Save the Date:...
Hello Friends, It’s that time of year again when the leaves start falling, the air turns crisp, and we dig out our comfiest sweaters – yes, it’s fall, y’all! And you know what that means… it’s almost time for the annual Boo Bash where this year we will be hosting a Jack O’ Lantern Contest! Save the Date:...
Chief Whitehouse was a beloved and highly respected member of the Corona De Tucson community. He was born on November 3, 1953 in Arlington, Virginia and passed away on September 15th, 2023. He served with the Corona de Tucson Fire District for 33 years; 15 years as Chief and was the first paid fireman with the fire district. He also served 26...
Now that we are in some cooler weather , these easy and delicious French Toast made with Rhodes Cinnamon Rolls are great to make with the kids! CINNAMON ROLL FRENCH TOAST BAKE Prep Time: 20-30 min Bake Time: 30 min Servings: 8-12 Difficulty: Beginner Ingredients 6 Rhodes cinnamon Rolls, partially thawed 2 Tbs butter, melted 3 eggs 1/4 cup heavy...