Christophe Valton COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on all of us, and we at the Humane Society of Southern Arizona (HSSA) are no exception. HSSA recognized in the early days of the pandemic that the safety and well-being of not just the pets we serve, but also the people who love them would require huge and…
Sheilah Britton Snow is swirling outside my window as I write this morning and low clouds cling to the Catalina Mountains in the distance. Freezing temperatures are forecast for tonight, but as gray and cold as it is, this may be our best chance yet this winter to expect any wildflowers to bloom when spring…
Melanie Einbund Institute of Jewish Services and Studies (IJSS) March services will be held on Friday, March 26 at 7 p.m. Rabbi Seltzer will be officiating. Services will be viewed via Zoom. IJSS members will be receiving (by email) the Zoom link prior to Friday, Feb. 26. The Holiday The Jewish Holiday of Passover begins on…
Becky Kueker I have always believed that if you’re sad you must allow yourself to express those feelings because when you deny them, the more they grow. As we reach out to others for comfort it is often difficult for them to tolerate emotions like sadness because we are not supposed to be sad. Advice…
Resiliency at Mountain Vista K-8 School Crystle Nehrmeyer, Superintendent The second academic semester is off to a strong start at Mountain Vista K-8 School. Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade continue to learn from home at this time. It is our goal to welcome students and staff back to campus when the pandemic is under…
Jim Hoagland Living at SaddleBrooke Ranch and interacting with nature’s many birds, mammals, butterflies, plants, and nature’s other creations has me wondering, “Am I just more focused and aware of my surroundings or is there truly more biodiversity here?” The answer came after attending a recent Zoom class on biodiversity in our region presented by Jennie…