On Jan. 19, Oro Valley Police Department (OVPD) Sgt. Nate Vera received the Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award from the American Legion Oro Valley Post 132. Post commander Dan McGregor presented Sgt. Vera with the award during the Post’s general membership meeting. The award is presented annually to a member of law enforcement who…
Dance and exercise yourself to a strong heart and good health. Enjoy the company of others with music and movement. Dancing is good for you mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Learning the basics of dance can increase your confidence in a variety of situations without you even realizing it. Take your mind off your feet,…
M.C. Nelson On Jan. 24, the SBR Democratic Club hosted a visit by Jeff McClure, vice chairman of the Pinal County Board of Supervisors. We contacted him wanting to know about Pinal County’s five-year plan, water conservation, and visiting home health services. Supervisor McClure informed us of Pinal’s expansions, proposals for vertical farming, and their…
Janelle Authur The dance floor in the Sol Ballroom overflowed with Western dancers at the SBR Social Dance Club’s monthly Western dance on Friday, Feb. 3. Eighty-plus dancers enjoyed the music of Whiskey Riverdogs in the band’s second appearance at the Ranch. The club sponsors Western dances with live bands monthly. The bands play a…
Carol Osgood The SBR Ukulele Music Group has one goal: To have fun with music! You are all invited to join in … come listen, play, and/or sing along. All skill levels from beginner to advanced are welcome and warmly encouraged! Learn why this group is all about smiles and laughter while learning something new…
JoAnne Gaudioso The CDC recommends adults 18 years or older get at least seven hours of sleep a night. For many people optimal sleep seems impossible. You may feel desperate as you watch the clock tick closer to your scheduled alarm. Beyond feelings of grogginess and sluggishness the next day, sleep deprivation can foster…