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October 27, 2026

A Future Without Fright: Discover the Benefits of Aging in Place

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Join us for an informative and engaging Discovery Seminar and learn how membership can help you prepare for the future while enjoying greater peace of mind today. More about: A Future Without Fright: Discover the Benefits of Aging in Place

Haunt and Seek Your New Home at La Loma Village!

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

Join us for an enchanting evening at La Loma Village and discover the warmth, charm and elegant amenities that make this award-winning Life Plan Community truly extraordinary. More about: Haunt and Seek Your New Home at La Loma Village!

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Rep. David Livingston’s record: Conservative or extreme?

OPINION — David Livingston entered the Arizona Legislature as a conservative voice. Fourteen years later, his record has moved beyond traditional conservatism toward extremism. His …

10 things I’m not thanking Rep. Hamadeh for right now

OPINION — In response to the recent letter thanking Abe Hamadeh for his support of the One Big Beautiful Bill, I’m not thanking him for these 10 things:

Trump, GOP don’t embody the Cowboy Code

OPINION — I used to be a Republican. I voted for Ronald Reagan. To me, Reagan embodied the Cowboy Code of actor singer Gene Autry. The code included that the cowboy must never shoot …

America's Charters of Freedom give Arizonans the power to bargain

OPINION — I’m replying to Annarose Lilly’s labor bargaining comments. America's Charters of Freedom already give Arizonans the power to bargain, so why would they pay a third …

No need to expand collective-bargaining efforts in Arizona

OPINION — This is a response to Annarose Lilly's recent letter, Arizonans deserve real bargaining power. I read Ms. Lilly’s opinion with great interest. She seems to be advocating …

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The Northwest Valley Democrats meeting will feature a presentation by Cathy Sigmon, Civic Engagement Beyond Voting (CEBV) co-director, beginning 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Sun City West Foundation Building, 14465 R.H. Johnson Blvd., Sun City West. Doors open at 6 p.m.

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