It’s National Donut Day! Besides having a good excuse to get a sugar high today (scroll down to see where you can get some whoppers of deals in our area!) this day actually has meaning. National Donut Day was created in 1938 by the Salvation Army as a way to provide comfort to the young soldiers fighting on the front lines. Female Salvation...
By Kristi O’Brien Tucson Speedway News Whelen Engineering Company Inc. and Southwest Smokeless will present the Southwest Tour Trucks at Tucson Speedway on Saturday. Points leader Ed Cutler will head into the night with just five points over Zack St. Onge. Ronnie Davis sits only two points out of second. Tucson Speedway’s T-Town Trucks...
The Vail Education Foundation has been in existence for 25 years. It strives to help the community fundraise for the schools, teachers, and students. Every dollar of the money raised goes back to support students and teacher’s programs. It’s through these efforts that the foundation is able to help the Vail School District receive weather...
Were you one of the many that was sad to hear that the Dairy Queen in “downtown Vail” was up for sale? If so, it’s time to rejoice once again! That’s because a new owner has arrived on the scene and is ready to keep this beloved ice cream shop in business. Meet Debi Browne. She’s the new owner of the Dairy Queen on...
Summer is here! The kids are out of school and it’s time for you to burn off some of that vacation time at work. As you start planning your next family trip, you might get a shock – sticker shock, that is. Traveling is expensive, especially if you have kids, dogs, and extra luggage in tow. For most families, the best way to avoid that cost is to...
Remember the woman who gave you the last slice of pie, wiped your tears after a high school heartbreak, and cheered for you all through college (even when you might not have deserved it)? This Sunday is the day to celebrate her. Here’s your friendly reminder that Mother’s Day is May 10. If you want to win over your mom’s heart...
The dog days of summer are just about here! If you’re looking for the best place to cool off poolside, get some laps in, or splash around with the kids, we’ve got you covered. Here’s the list of swimming pools near Vail for you and your family (as well as all the details you’ll need to get in without hassle). Purple Heart...
Bonnie has been an integral part of the Vail Theatre of Arts. Here, she has blended her passion for music and theatre with the community, coordinating special events for all ages. Her work has enriched the Vail community for the past six years and in June, she’s retiring. Get to know more about Bonnie before we say farewell as she embarks on...
When Hershel McGriff, the oldest and most winning active NASCAR competitor was born in December 1927, NASCAR wasn’t the big sport it is today, but that didn’t stop him from doing what he was born to do – race. At the young age of 17, McGriff began racing stock cars. In his first race at Portland Speedway, he finished 12th. His...
Are you ready to get your son or daughter more involved in football or cheerleading? Don’t miss the upcoming Vail Vikings football and spirit association registration. The Vail Vikings Youth Football and Spirit Association gives children the opportunity to participate in football and cheerleading without any prior experience. There are no...
