By Hughes Federal Credit Union Identity theft can put you in a world full of trouble, draining you of your financial resources and leaving you with a problem that can often take weeks to months to repair. So how can you prevent yourself from being a part of this statistic? Here are some tips to help you stay safe. Who’s at risk? Everyone. If...
By K. Nepsa As summer approaches, it’s natural that people will look to recreate in areas with cooler temperatures or at the very least, any place with water. Water soothes our heated skin and it’s a way our taxed and overheated bodies can find solace and comfort for a few hours. As an avid outdoor explorer, I have found water in the desert in the...
By John Simpson March was actually wetter than February, but still somewhat below average in rainfall. I recorded 0.39” of rain (and melted snow) and my 10-year average is 0.47.” The Tucson airport recorded 0.31,” which is well below the airport’s 30-year average of 0.73.” This was also the 17th straight March that the airport reported below...
By April Bourie The lifeblood of the Presidio Museum in downtown Tucson is its volunteers and docents who provide most of the programming and tours at the museum. In an effort to attract new docents, the museum is holding a Docent training course this fall. The course is for individuals who are excited about local history, want to learn more and...
By Fiona de Young, Community Relations Manager The Rincon Valley Fire District proudly celebrated four new hires and one promotion during a pinning ceremony held at the monthly board meeting March 25, 2021. The badge pinning is a long-standing fire service tradition and includes an oath of commitment to duty: Pinning the badge Assistant Chief...
By Christine Anderson Ferraris Arizona law limits interest rates to protect its residents from predatory lending. By way of example, the maximum annual percentage rate (APR) including fees is 41% for a $2,000, two-year installment loan. In 2008, 60% of Arizona voters rejected a payday lender ballot initiative that would have overturned the state’s...
Health tip: a toothbrush can hold millions of germs. After brushing swish brush around in mouthwash. Listerine works wonders. It can kill 99% of germs. Store brush up right to air-dry. Your next brushing will be much more refreshing. You can also use boiled water to pour over your brush to clean. Beauty tip: like a hairstyle, groomed eyebrows can...
Botox injectable treatment stops the muscle contractions that cause wrinkles, which can create a smoother and younger-looking appearance. Botox is a noninvasive and FDA-approved treatment. It is commonly used to treat forehead lines and frown lines that form between the eyebrows, crow’s feet, and lipstick lines, as well as fine lines and wrinkles...
Dear Editor: We would like to voice support for Catherine Kaiser’ s superbly done letter to the editor and much needed outrage at the powers who could easily do something about roadside trash. My wife and I were recently dumbfounded by the trash at I-10 and Valencia. No question, worst ever. How can people defile our pristine desert in such...
By Shirley Mays I have a confession to make about one of my guilty pleasures – I love Hallmark movies! Ordinarily, I am an extremely logical, reasonable, slightly obsessive and well-organized individual. But put me in front of a Hallmark movie and I lose myself in the Hallmark movie story. That story that invariably involves two people who don’t...
