Bill Shedd The semiannual Shred-A-Thon and National Drug Take-Back event will be held on Saturday, April 25. The Shred-A-Thon will be from 9:30 a.m. until noon, and the Drug Take-Back will be from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at 10440 E. Riggs Road (northeast corner of Riggs and Alma School Roads). This event was organized…
David Zapatka Coming from a tech and marketing background, sister and reader, Debbie, recognized a trend in her field that is prevalent today and suggested researching the word, portmanteau. Portmanteau port·man·teau, port-ˈman- tō noun: a word blending the sounds and meanings of two other words Origin and Etymology: From French portemanteau, literally “carry cloak,” a…
Mark Hall Attention all Coloradans, Coloradoans, and Colorado-wannabees (okay, you too, Wyomingites). At 4 p.m. on Friday, April 3, come by the Hall house at 6351 S. Sawgrass for a celebration of the Centennial State—the state where the columbines grow. Bring a snack to share. We’ll have Colorado Kool-Aid and Rocky Mountain Spring Water on…
Bill Shedd The Sun Lakes Sheriff’s Posse recently received awards from the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office recognizing volunteers, reserve officers, possemen, and cadets. The ceremony was held on Feb. 27 in Glendale, and the Sun Lakes Posse was presented the following awards: Years of Service Award: Commander Craig Lloyd, 20-plus years of service Outstanding Service…
Kyle Messner New Adventures in Learning is excited to share that our partnership with Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) continues to grow in meaningful and energizing ways. This spring, several CGCC faculty members are offering engaging sessions that bring college-level expertise directly to our lifelong learners. Their involvement is helping us expand our program variety, deepen…
Genevieve Mbang Owona Hometown/State: Chandler, Ariz. Genevieve has five children. She likes good shoes, handbags, and clothes Debra (“Debi”) Handrahan Hometown/State: Clovis, N.M. Debi is a widow. She has two children and six grandchildren. Iris Maldonado Hometown/State: Arizona Iris has two children.