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Service is key for Sun City Posse

It’s all about Service. We, the Sun City Posse, just kicked off our 2020-21 fundraising drive and we need your support.

Sun City library Friends establish NewsFlash for information

A reopening date for Books Around the Corner remains uncertain, but Friends of the Sun City Libraries board members created a new communication tool.

Carlson: Nasty election actions not appreciated in Sun City

The Sun City Independent in their last issue had a story (“Nasty politics come to Sun Cities,” Sun City Independent, Oct. 14, 2020) that talked about what’s going on in the community related to the election campaign.

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SUN CITY LOCAL NEWS & OPINIONS

Local news

NEIGHBORS

Appointments needed for blood drive in Sun City West

Benevilla is the charity of choice for the third blood and fundraising donation drive of the year hosted by the Sun City West Alliance of Business and Community.

News

Sun City fire board to consider aid to Cave Creek

Providing fire service in Cave Creek does not appeal to Sun City Fire District board members.

Independent announces 2021 calendar photographers

Independent Newsmedia is happy to announce the photographers chosen to have their work featured in the 2021 Scenic Wall Calendar.

News

Safety, security measures for Sun City debated

Recreation Centers of Sun City officials will consider similar but differing concepts for safety and security at its facilities.

Opinion

Ezratty: Medicare questions and answers for the Sun Cities

Question: I hear people talking about Medicare Open Enrollment. I am over 65 and enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan. Do I have to re-enroll for 2021?

Brewer: Arizona seniors deserve a future of economic security

Arizona seniors deserve to enjoy a future of economic security and prosperity for many years to come — and it’s imperative that we elect political leaders who have what it takes to …

Dumais: Motorized boats are a nuisance in Sun City

This is regarding the board’s motion to allow boats to be launched at the dock and ramp, as stated in the board motion: “Third Reading Motion No. 3 by Vice President Lehrer - I …

Scott: Only one side to blame for Sun City nasty politics

Having just read “Nasty politics…” in my latest Independent, it has become quite clear why there is so much uncivil and hateful behavior.

Ladera: Sign stealing breaks state laws

On Friday, Oct. 2, while waiting to make a left turn off of Brookside onto Del Webb, I witnessed a guy on his golf car park at the center divider, get out and grab the Biden-Harris …

SUN CITY CLUBS & NEIGHBORS

Neighbors

Awards

Resident up for national award

Matt Deller, of Sun City, founding director of Sounds of the Southwest Singers, a non-profit all-volunteer community choir, is a finalist for the national 2020 Oticon Focus on People Awards, which …

Arts

Author publishes latest novel, announces signing

Local author Dr. Jeanne Blanchet has released her latest work of historical fiction, “The Iceman.” The 300-page thriller is based on the life of Ötzi, a 5,000-year-old mummy found …

Neighbors

Yesterday and Today

Sun City opened Jan. 1, 1960 and its enormous popularity quickly prompted the Del Webb Corp. to expand its initial development plans.

Maricopa County Library District announces new ways to get connected

From students to job seekers, the heightened need for access to free Wi-Fi and technology during the COVID-19 pandemic continues throughout the community. In response, Maricopa County Library …

DAR members honor veterans

Two Sun City Agua Fria National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Chapter daughters presented Vietnam War era veterans a 50th anniversary commemoration lapel pin and brochure, which …

Local authors announce release of latest mystery novel

“Broadcast 4 Murder,” the seventh cozy mystery novel in J.C. Eaton’s Sophie Kimball Mysteries, is set for release Oct. 27. The novel takes place at KSCW in Sun City West, and the …

Health Care

Benevilla to offer free flu shots

Benevilla is hosting a free “drive-thru” flu shot clinic 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 24 at its main campus, 16752 N. Greasewood St.

Getting to know the artists of Sun City: Marijo Peterson

“From crayons to pastels. I have always wanted to be an artist,” Marijo Peterson states. “My mother was my first teacher. She taught me the art of stretching and priming …

Clubs

Pictured are honorary chapter regent Shirley Staggs, Patsy Silvey, chaplain Patricia Alicki, Rita Clark, chapter regent Twila Lobitz, Allison Erbes, chapter registrar Leslie Eaton and honorary Arizona state regent Marilou Fellman. [Submitted photo]

Sun City Agua Fria DAR participate in service project

Since the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution designated Oct. 11 as a “Day of Service” in 2015, in celebration of the 125th anniversary founding of the NSDAR on Oct. 11, …

Pilates returns to DanceSensations club

Pilates is returning to the DanceSensations club 2:30-3:30 p.m. Nov. 3 and continuing every Tuesday and Thursday in the dance studio of the Palm Ridge center, 13800 W. Deer Valley Drive. Pictured is …

Business

Company helps NVC lower utility bill

Business

Sun City man received life-changing facial surgery

Entertainment

The West Valley Symphony will not opens its 2020-21 season until at least January in Surprise.

West Valley Symphony season shelved until January

The West Valley Symphony's next season is now scheduled to start with “A Salute to England” on Jan. 10 in The Vista Center for the Arts.

Relay for Life of the Sun Cities is looking for survivors, volunteers

The American Cancer Society is preparing for the 9th annual Relay for Life Walk in Sun City West, 3-8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21 at Beardsley Park. While the actual event is subject to change, a …

Local artists slate open house; art show runs all month

The Artists by the Lake Club of Sun City hosts an open house 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 at the WHAM Art Center.

The cast of Stage Left Productions' "Comedy of Tenors." This SLP production received five nominations from the ariZoni Theater Awards of Excellence. Cody Dull won the Best Director in a Play award for this play on Oct. 5. Stage Left will resume with a series of one-person plays in October.

Stage Left takes home 2 ariZoni Awards

The annual ariZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence event celebrates the vibrant, diverse and creative Arizona theater scene. More than 35 theaters participate every year. This year the event was …

The man, the myth, the legend: Danny Zelisko tells all

Concert Promoter Danny Zelisko’s rise from everyday Chicago civilian to one of the most influential concert promoters in the southwest is a feat he owes to grit and tenacity. He grew up in a …

Patrick Veit, Michael Caruso and Robert Lowman will perform as The Hallelujah Blues Band Sept. 19 in Peoria.

Hallelujah! Blues back at the Fountain

I and J Fountain Restaurant in Surprise welcomes back the Hallelujah Blues Band, who will play from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16. I and J Fountain is at 12221 W. Bell Road.

Duo plays Oct. 8 in Sun City

The BuckGuyz are returning to the Copper Penny Saloon, 10765 W. Peoria Ave., 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8. Long-time Buckeye residents Steve Russell and Tom Fante have combined musical forces …

Phoenix Chorale announces fall 2020 programs

The Phoenix Chorale, under the direction of artistic director Christopher Gabbitas, has announced the first half of the 2020/21 season, “A Season of Hope,” which offers free virtual …

Terri Lewis will show her work at the Artists by the Lake Fine Art Sale at WHAM Art Center ,16560 Dysart Road, Surprise. The show is Oct. 1-31. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. There will be an open house for the show 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. Admission is free with masks worn and social distancing enforced. [Submitted photos]

Artists by the Lake chooses October artist of the month, slates show

Terri Lewis has been named October artist of the month for the Artists by the Lake club. Ms. Lewis Is originally from Washington State and moved to Arizona about nine years ago. She attended …

ProMusica Arizona presents free virtual concert

ProMusica Arizona hosts a free virtual concert, “A Musical Kaleidoscope,” 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8.

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