Louise Grabell, Pinal County Master Gardener There’s a “thriller” in your garden! Well, there should be. Thrillers are flowers that stand upright and call your eye to their display of blossoms. Thrillers demand your attention. Like irises, Echinacea, penstemon, tall zinnia, etc. I am mentioning this because you will need to understand the function…
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Features, June 2018
Spotlight on Advertiser: It’s time to meet the new kid on the block
Did you notice there’s a “new kid” in your neighborhood? It’s a locally owned hearing care center that’s actually been around since 1989 but recently found a home in northwest Tucson. You’ll find Lifestyle Hearing Solutions at Ina and Oracle beside Bank of the West on the northwest corner. You’ll also find a welcoming…
Features, June 2018
2 Your Health: The five best reasons to try chiropractic care
Dr. Craig Brue I have been a practicing chiropractor for over 40 years, and I still find it absolutely amazing how effective spinal adjustments can be for the relief of back and neck pain. Every day I hear patients say, “I wish I would have come in a long time ago. I can’t believe…
Features, June 2018
Hearing Loss – The Invisible Struggle
Phyllis Ketring Hearing loss is an invisible struggle that impacts physical, cognitive and social well-being. Often those with hearing loss don’t seek help until their loss has affected where they go, what they do and who they see. On Monday, June 25 at 7:00 p.m., Health Night Out explores the way hearing can affect…
Features, June 2018
Senior Village at SaddleBrooke – Neighbors helping Neighbors
Sandy Morse While the warm setting sun and a light breeze danced on the Activity Center patio, a group of very special folks began arriving for the second annual SaddleBrooke Senior Village Volunteer Appreciation Event. A simple thank you just isn’t enough when trying to show appreciation to over 150 amazing Senior Village Volunteers,…
Features, June 2018
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network
Thank you, loyal members! Leslie Rocco Our annual fundraising campaign ended in March and thanks to our wonderful members we raised $13,900! The majority of donors gave in excess of the $20 membership dues, propelling us to goal. Thank you to our new donors and a gigantic thank you to the 171 families who…
Features, June 2018
Resident publishes mystery book
Stuart Watkins SaddleBrooke resident and author, Michael E. Sedgwick, published a titillating mystery thriller with a surprise ending that will please the reader; Time and Again. Michael used detail to paint believable pictures in the reader’s mind. His knowledge of the various spy and intelligence agencies in Wales and England shows he knows his…
Features, June 2018
Hummingbirds are welcomed residents at SaddleBrooke
Bernie Nagy With the arrival of spring and flowers and cacti in full bloom, many species of wildlife including birds are visiting our yards and neighborhoods in SaddleBrooke. After all, this area has always been part of their natural habitat in the Sonoran Desert; we’ve just built in their surroundings. SaddleBrooke residents Theresa and…
Features, June 2018
SaddleBrooke resident invents renewable energy machine
Jack Walden SaddleBrooke resident Jack Walden, an inventor, has a Renewable Energy Machine that is second to none. The invention will do solar, wind and water; both wave and tidal, in and out. It is patented; number 8,710,414 and patent pending. For solar, it includes my own dual axis solar control system that is…
Features, June 2018
Gracie needs a new home
Leslie Rocco Here’s a sad story of someone who didn’t plan for her pet. Gracie needs a home. For a long time, little Gracie led an idyllic life. A purebred Havanese with a Black Parti Belton coat, she was purchased as a puppy from a reputable breeder by a loving SaddleBrooke resident. Then Gracie’s…