OPINION — Fiscal responsibility is among a school board’s most important duties. It must be applied consistently. At its Sept. 9 meeting, the Chandler Unified Governing Board approved school resource officers for Payne Junior High and Perry High School. Board President Patti Serrano cast the lone dissenting vote, as she had on an August agreement covering nine Chandler middle and high schools. more

The “unveiling” of the Recreation Centers of Sun City West comprehensive 10-year master plan is over, the “celebration” has ended. What did we get for our $275,000 that we paid a consultant to do it? I’ll tell you: The emperor has no clothes is what we have. more

OPINION — A visit to the doctor may get you a diagnosis. A trip to the pharmacist fills the needed prescription. Your health plan has all sorts of information about benefits. Healthcare. Straightforward and easy to understand, right? Eye roll. Laugh stifled. more

OPINION — Hi. I’m Skyler Badenoch, a local SUSD dad who knows we only have 12 days until the election.  As a parent with children attending Desert Mountain High School and Cheyenne … more

Jesus talked a lot about faith, about faith the size of a mustard seed, about faith that can move mountains. more

Circle the wagons and prepare for the comedy show that will be unfolding shortly, when individuals can officially file to get on the ballot to run for the mayor of Dover. more

OPINION — It’s time to vote. Too bad most campaign promises come out of expediency, not honesty. One party attempts to serve and protect the American public; while the opposition’s sole … more

OPINION — In Arizona, as across the country, the most reliable voting bloc is hiding in plain sight: voters 50 and older. If Republicans are smart, they won’t hand Democrats an easy win by ignoring them. more

For many people, aging in place means more than staying at the same address. It means having the choice to live safely and independently in a familiar home and community for as long as possible. more

OPINION — I’ve been a Gilbert resident for 16 years, and I’ve watched our state government go from bad to really bad. Our legislature has been controlled by Republicans for the whole time I’ve lived here, and what do we have to show for it? more

OPINION — As a new resident, I want to learn about my community and the issues on the ballot. I believe informed voting begins with asking questions and seeking accurate information. Recently, … more

OPINION — Barry Graham, Michelle Ugenti-Rita and Bob Littlefield have complained for months about negative signs opposing their campaigns for city council. However, the Better Together PAC hasn’t … more

OPINION — I have worked with Dena Kimble for almost four years on the Apache Junction Unified School District Governing Board. I also served with Gil Cancio for two years on the board. more

When a loved one lives in a skilled-nursing facility or assisted-living facility, a family want to know: Is my loved one safe, respected and receiving the care he or she deserves? more

Safety can change in a moment, but feeling safe again can take much longer. This is something I have come to understand through my work as a therapist in Arizona with individuals who have experienced domestic violence and other forms of trauma. more

Thank you to everyone who joined our Wildlife of Fisheating Creek Photography Outing! more

OPINION — While crude oil gets most of the blame for today’s sky-high gas and diesel prices, the refiners that turn crude into fuel have quietly been making a killing and driving up costs. more

This must be election season because, suddenly, there is a flood of political ads on TV — mostly negative! Only a few talk about their qualifications and successes (bravo to our older Delawareans’ positive political commercials). more

OPINION — As other countries strengthen air passenger rights, the U.S. Transportation Department is dismantling its rules and forgiving airline fines. more

As other countries strengthen air passenger rights, the U.S. Transportation Department is dismantling its rules and forgiving airline fines. more