NJROTC Cadets who assisted with the Vail Area Rotary Drive-Thru Recycling and Shredding Event on Saturday, 23 April 2022.Cadets (l-r) are Alexander Patterson – Cienega High School; Antonia Ortiz – Cienega High School; Cody Foster – Cienega High School; Alyssa Forbes – Cienega High School
By David Levy In the late summer of 1964 I was leaving the Observatory of the Royal Astronomical Society’s Montreal Centre with some friends, one of whom was David Zackon. I asked the group if they would like to drop by my house to observe with a 3.5-inch reflector. Before they had a chance to answer, David upped the ante by asking if we’d like to...
April 18th marked the beginning of National Volunteer Week, so it was a fitting day for Greater Vail Community Resources to honor the cadre of volunteers who dedicate their time every month to either Resources Vail Food Bank or the Depot Thrift Store. The volunteer appreciation luncheon took place at Christ Lutheran Vail’s beautiful multipurpose...
By K. Nepsa I was recently petting my beloved pup, when I realized that every time he looks at me it seems like it’s “love,” which of course makes me feel all gooey inside and makes me want to pet him some more. This made me wonder if I was anthropomorphizing his loving looks, or if there is actually a deeper connection between human and beast...
Understanding and Management Through Education and Empowerment By Karen Jimenez Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder in women of reproductive age. Approximately 1 in 10 women of all ages may have this condition. Unfortunately, 50-70% may go undiagnosed. Based on the most recent literature, PCOS is characterized...
By Mark Tate April’s 2nd Saturday Vendor Fair at the land “Between the Tracks” (13105 E. Colossal Cave Rd.) brought another successful event for the community. With over 35 local vendors, there were lots of opportunities to “shop local”. The event welcomed students from the Vail’s School District’s Transition School to Work (TSW) program to...
Legion News By Michael “Mick” Shaughnessy, Chaplain Post 109 On Monday, May 30st, we observe Memorial Day to commemorate American Service members who died in the line of duty. While the observance is often mistaken for a holiday to honor all military – lumped with Veterans Day, servicemembers and veterans are most often those who carry out the...
By Rick Bass The Vail area is known for its great weather for cycling. Many cyclists use Old Spanish Trail as a favorite route to train and traverse. Due to the narrow single lane roadway, higher speed limits, increasing bicycle and vehicle traffic, special attention to driving habits and laws are essential to prevent accidents and injuries. Many...
By Anne Gibson It is coming at last! On Saturday, May 14th, the Friends of the Esmond Station Library will hold its first book sale in the front patio and community room at the Gibson- Esmond Station Library. The sale of gently used books will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is a perfect time to stock up on reading materials during...
By Hollie Warnick Crisis can happen at any moment. We are in a crisis when an unstable emergency situation, or event, arises. This is a period of time where the ground is shifting under our feet, either literally or figuratively. Life may be unpredictable or volatile. Circumstances can be uncertain or erratic. But sometimes we forget that crises...
