Category: Community News

The Remodeling Corner

Janet Cook October is National Kitchen & Bath Month. What is popular in kitchen remodeling? According to the annual U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends survey, 42% of homeowners wanted a better kitchen layout and larger islands and are spending more to get the kitchen of their dreams. The most popular design style is Traditional, with four…

In Passing – October 2025

Pat Kelly

Pat Kelly With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved dad, husband, and friend, Pat Kelly, who departed this life on May 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Pat was born on April 5, 1949, in Effingham, Ill., in the office of Dr. Gillesby. Fortunately, his mom and dad didn’t arrive at…

Spotlight on Advertiser: Re-New Cabinets, LLC

Cabinet Refacing: A Smart, Stylish, and Sustainable Kitchen Upgrade In the heart of Phoenix, Re-New Cabinets, LLC, has become a premier name in kitchen cabinet refacing, transforming homes with precision, passion, and a personalized touch. Family-owned and operated by Robert and Arlette Lenzi, Re-New Cabinets is known for more than just its beautiful results. With…

Serendipity: A Gift from God or Mere Coincidence?

Mark Wenz The Oxford English Dictionary defines “serendipity” as “the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.” But are such events the result of more than mere chance? Can serendipity be understood within a spiritual framework? Have certain meaningful events in your life felt “meant to be”? Certainly, in…

Dementia Caregiving Summit

Join us for a dementia caregiving summit, “Tools for Aging Successfully: Creating Your Own Emotional Resiliency,” on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Sun Lakes United Methodist Church, Lindsay Hall, 9248 E. Riggs Road, Sun Lakes, AZ 85248. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. This is a free event. A complimentary lunch…

Tribalism or Religion

Rev. Dr. Derrick Elliott, Pastor, Sun Lakes United Church of Christ We live in a time when people draw lines quickly. They sort, group, and divide one another by politics, culture, or even sports teams. Tribalism has always existed. People instinctively gather with those who look, think, and act like them. At its best, tribalism…