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Is stem cell therapy the answer to your joint pain?

Jonathan Tait

Linda Shannon-Hills Is regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy a bunch of hype, or is it hope for the future of less invasive treatments for pain? Dr. Jonathan Tait from Rejuv Medical Southwest will address this question during his talk on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 4 p.m. in the La Mesa and Montana rooms, located in…

Conquering the dog days of summer

Front row (left to right): Jacque Hendricks, Vicki Godbey, Roxanne Watson, Debbie Norwood, and Sandi Fredrickson. Back row: Terri Stewart, Doris Carlin, Terry Pendy, Mary Schlachter, Sue Marx, and Debi Kerth. Photo by Camille Esterman.

Camille Esterman The August skies find the Dog Star, Sirius, rising and setting with the sun. Ancient astronomers thought that the star shared its heat with the sun, creating extra hot weather. Record setting heat and humidity, however, did not stop the Ranchette Putters from rising to the challenge and conquering these steamy conditions. Each…

Focus on the future – Prop 438

Ronald Green, Focus on the Future Committee This November, the Pinal County has an election, in which residents will receive their ballot in early October. This election is a “mail in only” election. We would like to provide you information on two propositions that will be on the ballot, Proposition 438 and Proposition 439, both supporting important…

SBR residents volunteer for psych simulation at U of A College of Nursing

The entire class with SaddleBrooke Ranch volunteers: (second row) Linda Harvey, Cheryl Margolis, Lisa Brown, Beth Hinton, Susan Engebretson, Sandy Jessop, and Steve Weiss. Program leaders: (standing third row) Beth Lee, SaddleBrooke Ranch resident and course co-chair; Morgan Stock, course co-chair; Colleen Green, graduate assistant; and Susan Markovich, former course co-chair.

Steve Weiss On two days at the end of August, seven SaddleBrooke Ranch residents volunteered to help another SaddleBrooke Ranch resident to act as simulated psychology patients for the nursing program at the U of A College of Nursing. The conditions which the volunteers could choose to represent included schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, post-traumatic…

Mary Snowden wins the Southern District Telegraph tournament

Lee Rinke, Cheri Alfrey, Marion Ewing, Sue Wells, Denise Sandoval, and Lorraine Smith enjoying ice cream.

Jeanne Osterlund SaddleBrooke Ranch Women’s Golf Association (SBRWGA) held its 2019 Telegraph tournament on Aug. 27. There’s an interesting background for history buffs. This tournament began years ago prior to many organized sport associations, and when most players were unable to travel to competitions. Local competitions were held, and the results were sent via telegraph to…

Help our Oracle preschoolers, and have a great time

Maria Menconi The Oracle School Foundation’s gala, Champions Helping Children, is right around the corner! The gala takes place on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 5 p.m. at the Vistas in SaddleBrooke One. It’s important to note that the deadline for purchasing tickets has been moved up to Oct. 6. And, seats are going fast. To purchase tickets, visit…

Critical thinking and other malfunctions

Nancy Ferris One way of choosing a path is through thoughtful consideration based upon the analysis of the available facts before arriving at a formidable conclusion and propelling action toward the greater good for ourselves and others. Others choose an easier path, called an impulse-driven reaction, based on self-centered needs and instant gratification. Here’s where the…

Thank you Emerson and Peggy Knowles

Emerson Knowles, sponsor and emcee for the Fore For Kids Charity Golf Tournament, with Bob Christadore, tournament director for the 2019 tournament.

Barbara Barr Members of the Rotary Club of SaddleBrooke honored Emerson and Peggy Knowles for their support and contributions to the Fore For Kids Charity Golf Fundraiser. Emerson and Peggy have been long time supporters of Fore For Kids Charity Golf Fundraiser. Emerson Knowles also served as emcee of the fundraiser. The Fore For Kids Charity…