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MARICOPA COUNTY

Maricopa County Comprehensive Plan impacts Sun Cities

The Framework 2040 Maricopa County Comprehensive Plan update covered the top outcomes to date for the Framework 2040 during the May 9 meeting in Sun City and encouraged individuals to provide their input in a survey.
Community

Sun City Daughters honor residents

The Sun City National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Agua Fria Chapter parliamentarian Kathie Mittelsteadt and chapter regent Peggy Robbins presented John and Barbara Hayes with the …
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.
SCHOA

SCHOA sparks interest of Sun City residents

Residents in Sun City attended an orientation last month where more than 300 individuals took part to learn more about the community and gather resources.
rescue

Sun Cities 4 Paws receives $5,000 grant from Petco

Sun Cities 4 Paws Rescue is set to receive a $5,000 grant from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for pets in Maricopa County.
COMMUNITY

Roof vandalism reported in the Sun Cities

A business owner in the Sun Cities is warning seniors about the recent trend of insurance fraud.
COMMUNITY

Sun City Posse meeting a time for information, appreciation, reflection

The May monthly meeting of the Sun City Posse had a full room of attendees, and a full agenda filled with information, appreciation and reflection. SCFMD Fire Marshal Kenny Kovac provided the …
NEIGHBORS

Sun City workshop offers help for caregivers

Benevilla is presenting a workshop designed specifically for family caregivers, “When Bathing and Grooming Become the Battle,” 1-2 p.m. Thursday, May 22, at the Benevilla Education …
students

Sun City Elks honor west Valley students for 2024-25 school year at annual event

The Sun City Elks youth appreciation banquet May 5 honored more than 40 northwest Valley students for their accomplishments over the last school year.
NEIGHBORS

World Labyrinth Day a success in Sun City

The 17th annual World Labyrinth Day global walk for peace was celebrated May 3 in 17 Arizona locations, including the labyrinths at the Palms in Sun City. Arizona Labyrinth Connections founder …

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NEIGHBORS

Sun City site hosts Story Circle on forgiveness

Shea Darian, director of Doing Grief Community Healing Project, will facilitate a “Story Circle” on the theme of forgiveness noon-1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at the Doing Grief Community …
NEIGHBORS

Area Daughters attend Mayflower Society meeting in Sun City

The Arizona Mayflower Society held its annual luncheon meeting April 27 at the Sun City Country Club. Sun City National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Agua Fria chapter members Martha …
Community

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COMMUNITY

Sun City museum hosts Del Webb birthday party

The Del Webb Sun Cities Museum will celebrate the 126th birthday of the community’s founder with a special program Saturday, May 17. The museum will honor the life and accomplishments of …
CLUBS

Sun City Spanish Club gathers for special luncheon

The Sun City Spanish Club’s Teachers Appreciation luncheon was recently held at the Fairway Recreation Center. Among those recognized were Lidwina Erickson (Level 1 Spanish), Sharon Freeman …
Entertainment
Mel Livatino, creator and narrator of “Music & Memories.”

Local radio program to celebrate ‘America in Music’

Recorded Recreational Reading for the Blind will be airing a new hour-and-a-half program entitled “Celebrating America in Music.” The program will air on RRRB’s “Music & …
Dr. Andrew Darian

Educator offers watercolor workshop in Sun City

Dr. Andrew Darian is an educator with a passion for learning and healing through the art of play, and he will offer a workshop “Playing with Color! Wet-on-wet Watercolor Painting” …

Tip Top Dancers to perform at Sun Cities Museum

The Tip Top Dancers are set to energize the Del Webb birthday party Saturday, May 17, at the Sun Cities Museum, 10801 W. Oakmont Drive. The dancers will perform twice, at 10:30 a.m. and again at 11 …
Dr. Jesse McGuire

Trumpeter performs at Sun City church service

Trumpeter Dr. Jesse McGuire will provide special music for the 10 a.m. worship service Sunday, May 18, at Faith Presbyterian Church, 16000 N. Del Webb Blvd. McGuire has been playing trumpet …

Sun City Concert Band slates spring performance

The Sun City Concert Band will perform its spring concert, “Into the Joy of Spring,” 2 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at the Sundial Auditorium, 14801 N. 103rd Ave. The program includes …
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