If you want to stop drinking, there is a solution. All are welcome to attend Friends of Bill W., an open meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). It is completely confidential and there is no cost. The meeting is held every Thursday at 3 p.m. in the La Vista Room, Hacienda Club. For information about what…
August 2025, Generals
Did You Know?: How Often Should I Replace My Fire Extinguisher?
Linda Shannon-Hills, SBR Neighbors Helping Neighbors Home fires account for more than 25% of all fires in the country. Given that many fires start in the kitchen with grilling or frying gone wrong, a working fire extinguisher can mean the difference between containment and calling 911. Do you have a home fire extinguisher? Does it…
August 2025, Generals
Howdy Y’all Texas Club—It’s That Time Again!
Get ready for some good ole Texas fun, because the Howdy Y’all Texas Club is saddlin’ up for another great evening together! Mark your calendars for Friday, Sept. 26— we’ll be gathering at the Event Patio. The no-host bar will be open, as always, and for just $10, we’ll have a heap of tasty finger…
August 2025, Generals
SBR Arts & Crafts Fair Coming This Fall
Toni Selk The dog days of summer are not when you usually think about the holidays, but if you want to enjoy the third annual SBR Arts & Crafts Fair, you will want to get it on your calendar now! This year’s event will be held on Saturday, Nov. 29. Doors will open at 9…
Generals, August 2025
Presentation Set for September 10
The University of Arizona, Cooperative Extension, Pinal County Southeast Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at 1 p.m. in the SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle, AZ 85623. Join us for a presentation on “Building Healthy Soils and Organic Gardening.” Do you…
August 2025, Generals
Voices in the Oaks Tune Up to Sing!
Lu Legel Mark your calendars for Voices in the Oaks (VIO) fall concert in the Sol Ballroom on Nov. 9 at 3 p.m. and our holiday concert on Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. We will also perform at Vista UMC on Nov. 2. We can’t wait to see you at one of our concerts! Watch…
August 2025, Generals
“Five Shorts with Shortcake”
This is the official word: auditions are a go for the Fall 2025 Community Circle Players (CCP) production of Five Shorts with Shortcake. Three directors– Susan Sterling, Shawne Cryderman, and Carol Henry– recently met to begin planning for auditions, finalizing scripts, rehearsal schedules, sets, props, and costumes–all the elements needed for another spectacular CCP production.…
August 2025, Generals
American Legion Oro Valley 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Coming September 6
Ed Davis If you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of local homeless and other veterans in need, the families of deployed members of the Guard and Reserve, and our citizen soldiers, there is no better way than to support the American Legion Oro Valley Post 132. As a not-for-profit veterans’ service…
August 2025, Generals
Deadline Reminder and How to Submit Articles
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July 2025, Front Page
SBCO and Ranchers Promote Reading with Bookcases and Books
Nancy McCluskey-Moore At the end of the school year, first grade students at Ray Elementary School in Kearny receive a handmade bookcase and at least two books. Each child annually receives an additional two books (through the third grade) to store on their bookcase. The Rotary Club of Kearny started this program to encourage young…