Founded in 1935, mParks, formerly known as the Michigan Park & Recreation Association (MPRA), is celebrating its 90th Anniversary. For nine decades, the Association has championed professional development, advocacy, and community support for Michigan’s parks and recreation agencies. The mParks has 160,000 professional members and supports over 3,300 community agencies. The Hall of Fame is…
How to Prepare Your Finances for 2026 As 2025 comes to a close, it’s the perfect opportunity to plan for next year and take control of your finances. It’s time for fresh goals and smart planning to ensure your hard-earned money is protected and working for you. Two areas deserve extra attention as you prepare…
Jan Christensen Bob Kuennen was part of The Air Force Security Police Squadron (1967-1972), which provided security for Air Force aircraft, weapon systems, and personnel for bases in the United States and throughout the world. Bob was a Security Policeman in Kadena AB, Okinawa for 18 months, Francis E. Warren AFB, Wyoming for 9 months,…
Chronic pain, exercise, lifestyle choices—what does it all mean? Speaker Heidi Overman from Empty Cup Wellness will explain at an upcoming Wellness Roundup presentation. When: Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 Where: La Mesa and Montana rooms in La Hacienda What is “Quality of Life?” It’s about more than just health. It’s how well you live and…
Join us Oct. 31 for a Wellness Roundup presentation about the Evoke closed-loop spinal cord stimulation system by speaker Dr. Eric Cornidez of the Pain Institute of Southern Arizona. When: Friday, Oct. 31, 1:30 p.m. Where: La Mesa and Montana rooms in La Hacienda The talk highlights outstanding outcomes and moving patient stories, illustrating how…
Edie Crall For the sixth year, SaddleBrooke, SaddleBrooke Ranch, Eagle Crest, and Oracle volunteers are working together to provide much needed food over Winter Break for students at Mountain Vista School in Oracle. Fueling the Future began and is continuing as a grassroots effort to support students at Mountain Vista. Many Mountain Vista students rely…