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Sun City West business expands with new location

A Sun City West business owner held a ribbon cutting March 17 to welcome customers to the new showroom for HAAS Medical Supply, 13576 W. Camino Del Sol, Suite 4.
SPORTS

Sun City West Tennis Club holds second Team Tennis event

The Sun City West Tennis Club held its second Team Tennis event of the year March 8 at the R.H. Johnson Tennis Complex. This club competition is held three times throughout the year. The last of the …
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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 …

Eleanor Lee Walmsley

Eleanor Lee Walmsley, 88, of Caseville, MI, and Sun City West, AZ, passed away on March 13, 2025, in Arizona, surrounded by family. For more information: …
Letters

RCSCW candidate responds to letter on attendance

This is in response to the letter on in-person attendance at the Recreation Centers of Sun City West Governing Board monthly workshop on March 14, 2025, regarding the financial budget. …
Letters

RCSCW candidates’ meeting attendance observed

The Recreation Centers of Sun City West Governing Board monthly workshop was March 14. The 2025-2026 financial budget and all capital and significant maintenance projects were presented and open for …
CLUBS

Beaders Club slates Munchkin Happy Camp in Sun City West

Residents can sign up their young guests, ages 6 to 13, for the Beaders Club’s Munchkin Happy Camp. Meet the team at the Beaders reservation table at the R.H. Johnson center's Monday Munchies …
Letters

RCSCW candidates’ pledge ‘disingenuous,’ reader says

An email with a pledge by Recreation Centers of Sun City West Governing Board candidates Burks, Hanzel, Mancuso and Schalk has been circulated recently. Their first point is a pledge to …

Sun City West Independent March 19, 2025

GOVERNING BOARD

Board director suspended for two weeks in Sun City West

Recreation Centers of Sun City West board director Jolene Piaskowski was served a two-week suspension at the end of the last governing board workshop meeting on March 14.
NEIGHBORS

Christian Women’s Connection slates luncheon in Sun City West

The Christian Women’s Connection will welcome line dancers to its luncheon Friday, April 11, at Grandview Terrace, 14515 W. Granite Valley Drive. Doors open at 11 a.m. and the luncheon starts …
BUDGET

RCSCW budget forums set for April 23 and 24

The Recreation Centers of Sun City West has set dates and times for its public budget forums taking place at the R.H. Johnson Lecture Hall.

 

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OPINIONS WITH CIVILITY
In the 1890s, the Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen tried to measure an extremely deep part of the Arctic Ocean. On this first try, he used his longest measuring line, but could not reach the …
 “How do you make a tissue dance? Put a little boogie in it.” As evidenced by my “dad jokes,” in addition to my role as a pediatric neurosurgeon, I am also a proud father …
BNSF is building a development that will impact Sun City West. They’re planning an intermodal rail and logistics center on 4,300 acres just west of us, including an 839-acre logistics park …
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SURVEY

Radio station seeks resident input

Sun City West resident are invited to participate in a survey being conducted by KSCW Radio.
CLUB

Rip ‘N’ Sew hosts game night

Rip ‘N’ Sew’s social event in March was the game Left, Right, Center. It is often played for money, but the Sun City West club plays for fat quarters of fabric.
CLUB

Garden Club workshop teaches how to protect plants in extreme heat

All SCW Rec Card holders are invited to a workshop titled How to Protect Plants When Extreme Heat Occurs 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 25 in R. H. Johnson Social Hall West.
CLUB

State of Oregon Club hosts social for members on March 28

The State of Oregon Club is having a Happy Hour Social for its members 4-6:30 p.m. Friday, March 28 at the Kuentz Courtyard, 14401 RH Johnson Blvd., Sun City West.
COMMUNITY

More than 60 riders slow roll through Sun City West

The Sun City West Cyclists completed the Slow Roll Parade through Sun City West with 60 bike riders.
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.
POSSE

Sun City West Posse commander rolls out coffee discussions

Residents in Sun City West sat down with a cup of coffee and the Sun City West Posse commander March 12 during a new event, and much of the talk was about scams circulating in the area.
COMMUNITY

Sun City West ambulance program keeping rates stable

Sun City West residents won’t see fees increases for an emergency medical service the Arizona Fire & Medical Authority has for the community.
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Community

Benevilla hosting 5-week dementia series

Benevilla is hosting a five-week educational series on dementia, designed to provide crucial insights and resources for individuals, families, and caregivers.
ENTERTAINMENT & THINGS TO DO
Pictured are Jazz dancers, in back, JoAnn Claiborne, Marion Upper and Sandy Gruin, and, in front, Roselyn Woodward, Kathy Lorenz and Lorraine Rollnik.

Tickets on sale soon for DanceSensations Sun City West show​

DanceSensations’ spring show, “Celebrate America Through Song and Dance,” is 2 p.m. April 24 and 27 and 7 p.m. April 25 and 26 at the Stardust Theatre. Tickets go on sale March 17 …

Wind ensemble performs in Sun City West

Lord of Life Lutheran Church will host the West Valley Wind Ensemble, directed by Clark Chaffee, 6 p.m. Thursday, March 27, at 13724 W. Meeker Blvd. Founded on preserving American band traditions, …
International Guitar Night features four guitarists including Django Reinhardt’s grand-nephew Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), Sönke Meinen (Germany), Alexandra Whittingham (Britain) and Niwel Tsumbu (Democratic Republic of The Congo).

International guitarists perform at Webb Center

The 25th annual North American tour of International Guitar Night celebrates four guitar masters from around the globe.

Many Sounds of 9 perform at Sun City church

The Many Sounds of 9 - Southwest, an ensemble of nine musicians who create the sound and energy of a full big band, will perform 6Thursday, March 13, at a dinner show hosted by Faith Presbyterian …

Sun City West church presents free concert event

The Shepherd of the Hills Performing Arts Department is presenting The Many Moods of 9, an ensemble of nine musicians who create the sound and energy of a full big band, 3 p.m. Sunday, March 9, at …
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