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Sun Cities celebrate softball hall of famers

Softballers left their uniforms at home and dressed for the “red carpet” during a recent appreciation event. The evening began with the Sun City president Steve Oberg addressing 269 …
NEIGHBORS

Sun City’s Royal Oaks hosts demonstration by renowned chef

Thai food is a cacophony of fresh herbs and savory spices, colorful and aromatic dishes and gastronomic and culinary charm. And recently, residents at the Royal Oaks Life Plan Community in Sun City …
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At CenterWell Senior Primary Care in Phoenix, It's About Time

"Julia is the best provider I've ever had. She's really taking great care of me, and I hope to have her until the end of my time." - CenterWell Sun City patient "This was an incredible …
COMMUNITY

Sun City men’s club makes donation to Sunshine Service

The Sundial Men’s Club recently donated $5,000 to Sunshine Service of Sun City. Sunshine Service is a nonprofit charity that has been providing free use of medical equipment to Sun City …
COMMUNITY

Sun City PRIDES celebrate Arbor Day with annual tree planting

The Sun City PRIDES gathered at 105th and Peoria avenues March 11 and celebrated Arbor Day. This annual event is where participants plant trees in the memory of PRIDES who passed in the previous …
BUSINESS

Jeweler celebrates 100 years in the Sun Cities

A local family-owned jeweler is celebrating 100 years on the 100th day of the year.
CLUBS

LGBT Club of Sun City honors resident

The LGBT Club of Sun City implemented a program to give back to volunteers who continue to give to the community on an ongoing basis. The January recipient of this award, Karen Martin, was so honored …
COMMUNITY

RCSC faces lawsuit over voting rights

The Recreation Centers of Sun City is facing a lawsuit as tensions between the board and community members continue to escalate over financial transparency, leadership concerns and communication …
NEIGHBORS

Sun City’s Temple Beth Shalom offers interfaith course about Jewish humor

Jewish humor will be the focus of an interfaith course 10-11:30 a.m. April 3, 10 and 17 at Temple Beth Shalom of the West Valley, 12202 N. 101st Ave. Led by Rabbi Dana Evan Kaplan, participants …
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Sun City residents fill annual meeting with discontent on GM, board

People rarely show up to community meetings to tell leadership how pleased they are with the status quo, and the Recreation Centers of Sun City annual membership meeting March 11 certainly bore than …

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OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
We voted to have the government become more efficient and to root out any waste. We did not vote to have our Social Security numbers, bank account and credit card numbers released to people who …
I agree that the three-cart rule makes no sense. If they’d just stick with the 90-degree rule, we wouldn’t have to share carts. With two riders, we find that we criss-cross across …
The music industry can be an exhilarating, creative and deeply rewarding space to build a career — but it’s also an industry that hasn’t always been welcoming to women and …
Picnic

North Dakota Club hosts outdoor picnic next month

The final social event of the season for the North Dakota Club is an outdoor picnic 4:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, at the Kuentz Courtyard in Sun City West. The meal will be catered by Famous …
RCSC

Mountain View renovation process moves forward with upcoming presentation

The long-awaited renovation of the Mountain View Recreation Center is moving forward as project leaders prepare to present their findings and next steps to the community. During the March 10 …
MCSO

Sun City, Sun City West MCSO crime stats

Editor’s Note: The following information is obtained from Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office District 3. This column lists arrests, not convictions, unless otherwise stated. Arrested persons listed here who are later found not guilty are welcome to inform the Independent by calling 623-972-6101.
ARTS

Applications welcome for WHAM West Valley youth poet contest

Applications are open for the WHAM Art Center’s 2025-2026 West Valley Youth Poet Laureate competition.
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Peter Luongo and the Legacy Ukulele Ensemble

Sun City Ukulele Club hosts ensemble performance

The Sun City Ukulele Club is bringing the Legacy Ukulele Ensemble to perform 4 p.m. Thursday, April 3, in the Fairway Center music room. The 13-member ensemble is a group of ukulele players and …
Carol Fagerlund and John Harrison are working out one of the passages in “Standin’ in the Need of Prayer.”

Handbell Ringers of Sun City rehearse for ‘Old Time Gospel Ring’

The Handbell Ringers of Sun City are rehearsing a program of several gospel numbers for their upcoming spring show, “Old Time Gospel Ring;” presented 3 p.m. April 6 at American Lutheran …
The Salt River Brass Band will perform 3 p.m. Sunday, April 13, at American Lutheran Church, 17200 N. Del Webb Blvd.

Salt River Brass Band announces Sun City concert

The 36-member Salt River Brass Band, led by Maestro Julie Desbordes, presents “Love Poems,'' its springtime season finale, 3 p.m. Sunday, April 13, at American Lutheran Church, 17200 N. Del …
Members of the Marinette Clay Corner will be participating in their annual pottery sale and open house 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Friday, March 21, and 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Saturday, March 22.

Clay Corner slates annual pottery sale in Sun City

Members of the Marinette Clay Corner have been creating pottery pieces for their annual pottery sale and open house 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Friday, March 21, and 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Saturday, March 22. …
Valley resident Bret Kaiser first began his Elvis tribute show in 2007.

Elvis alive and well with Valley tribute singer

Elvis1 Valley resident Bret Kaiser first began his Elvis tribute show in 2007. (Photo provided by Bret Kaiser) Elvis2 Bret Kaiser will celebrate The King’s music and legacy at 57 …
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