There’s going to be a shootout at Tucson Speedway Saturday night, April 11. It’s officially Top Gun Western Night at the 3/8-mile paved oval about 15 miles south of downtown Tucson and 60 miles north of Tombstone’s O.K. Corral and the famed Tombstone Gunfighters will be on hand to reenact some of the history written by the Earps and Clantons and...
Achoo! It’s that time of year. Allergies in Arizona are the worst when the wildflowers start to bloom and the desert pollen takes flight. As beautiful as the scenery might be this time of year, allergy sufferers dread the sneezing, sniffing, and watery eyes. Although allergies aren’t a sickness, they can knock you on your feet. Working...
The Vail Chorale is gearing up to entertain audiences with choral music in three upcoming performances. On Saturday April 11th at noon, the Chorale will preview selections from its Spring Concert program at Colossal Cave Mountain Park’s second annual Neighbors Event. There will be two performances of the full Spring Concert, “Musica...
Meet Claudia Anderson. She’s a resident in the colorful and ever popular Civano neighborhood in Southeast Tucson. She’s also a governing board member for the Vail School District. Her deep involvement in our community has helped us make tremendous strides in strengthening Vail. Now, learn more about what she’s doing for us and...
Although mountain lions might not be the type of feline that have you cooing, “here kitty, kitty,” one thing is certain – these are incredible animals. They’re also right here in our backyard. While it’s true that these majestic creatures are rarely seen, many people worry knowing that they’re in close proximity...
Does your family celebrate “Taco Tuesday?” It’s a popular night in Vail homes, but it’s also one that requires plenty of chopping, dicing, cooking, and setting up a full taco bar in the kitchen. Let’s not even talk about the mess that’s left to clean up when you’re done. If you love tacos, but hate how...
Organizations as diverse as The Boy Scouts of America, the Center for Disease Control, and FEMA all recommend that Americans have a basic level of preparedness for emergencies, disasters, and disease outbreaks. Although we are less prone to natural disaster than most locations, there are still some emergencies that might catch us off guard, such...
Looking for the Easter events in Tucson 2015 edition for Rita Ranch and Vail? Turns out, there are several events and hot spots where you can take the kids out for some Good Friday fun (among other days). Here are some of the hottest Easter egg hunts, happening in Southeast Tucson – perfect for Vail families who don’t want to drive too...
When Dunkin Donuts in Rita Ranch opened shop, it was the talk of the town. Cars were lined up around the block to get a sweet treat from this much anticipated restaurant. Now, it’s your turn to get to know the person behind the new Rita Ranch hotspot. Meet, Jad Awale, the owner of the new Dunkin’ Donuts in Rita Ranch. 1) Tell us a...
There are many “awareness” months on the calendar these days, but perhaps none is as important as March. March is Colon Cancer Awareness month. This is the second most deadly type of cancer, yet it’s also one of the most treatable with early detection. If caught early, there’s a 90% chance of survival. The problem is, it is...
