By JJ Lamb Twenty years ago, there were approximately 1,500 people living within a five-mile radius around the original village of Vail Between the Tracks™. Today, the population has ballooned to nearly 13,000. With so many new people calling Vail home it’s important we take the time to understand the reasons people live here. New and old...
By April Bourie Navigating schools these days is difficult for everyone. To help enhance students’ learning opportunities, the Presidio Museum has produced several new live and virtual education programs for homeschoolers, other type of student groups, and professional teachers. The following programs support Common Core curriculum for Arizona 3rd...
By Bob Mooney Did you know the average driver is involved in a car accident every eighteen years on average? That means that even the most cautious drivers can expect to be in several accidents throughout a lifetime – a situation that many drivers don’t expect. The team here at Mooney Insurance in Tucson, Arizona, wants to ensure that if you ever...
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to devastate our community. Swift and decisive action is needed now, more than ever, to protect the health and safety of our staff and customers. As part of the effort to address the unprecedented spread of the virus within the community, Pima County is enacting a Stay at Home Plan for County employees. On Monday...
by Chuck Colbath We are pleased and rather happy about all the good things that have happened at Bavilon Salon this past year. Salons have changed a lot over the years. Nowadays more and more salons rent stations. This does not necessarily translate to the best experience for the consumer. At Bavilon Salon we only hire those who are highly skilled...
By Rob Halberg Outdoor RecreationHiking, biking and playing golf are outdoor activities enjoyed by many in the Tucson area, however, these are not for everyone. And sometimes they take more time than we are willing to invest. Here are three outdoor recreation choices that can be enjoyed by most everyone: Miniature GolfI played “Putt Putt”...
By Fiona de Young, Community Relations Manager First we want to wish a Happy New Year to all our residents! We have so much planned for this year and we hope we can continue to stay connected with you. Keep up with the Fire District on Facebook, Twitter, or Nextdoor @RinconFire, where we share safety tips and answer your questions on Fire...
By Christine Anderson Ferraris You may be a victim of unfair and deceptive practices if you weren’t offered a refund or replacement vehicle when you were sold a lemon. You should know that federal and state laws protect consumers from cars that require constant repairs, even if the repairs are made for free under a warranty. If the dealer, or...
By Khevin Barnes Living in the era of Covid-19 is no stroll in the park for most of us here in Vail. It takes a good deal of stamina to deal with all of the unknowns that accompany our pandemic. And when we get sick, the variety of treatment protocols doesn’t make it any easier. There are endless ideas about remedies for our common conditions, and...
After such a dismal monsoon, we were wondering if it would ever come. Watching the weather; looking up at the sky; crossing our fingers. Finally, some precious, life-supporting rain came to the scorched desert and what did it encounter when it hit the ground? Trash, cigarette butts, and, among other items, pet waste. Litter is obnoxious and pet...
