Community Corner

Despite the flowers, the birds and the nice weather, April can indeed be the cruelest month – because of tax time! The roots of “internal revenue” go back to the Civil War,...

It’s time for spooks and spirits and things that go bump in the night (probably looking for the last Snickers bar in the Treat bag)! Halloween began with the ancient Celts, who...

January 21 is the official day to commemorate the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. [Jan. 15, 1929-April 4, 1968].Dr. King was born in Atlanta into a family...

What has four paws, a cold nose and a warm heart? An animal companion, that’s what! If you’ve been thinking about getting a pet, consider bypassing the expensive...

Did you know that in some countries, like Fiji or Chile, you can be thrown in prison for NOT voting? While the consequences aren’t quite so extreme in America, consider the...

Put on the pants with the stretchy waistband; it’s that time
of year when we gather together to celebrate family, good fortune – and the fact
that there are about...

In 2007, November 15 has been designated as America Recycles Day. Sure, sorting all those pieces of junk mail and cat food cans isn’t sexy, but consider the positive impact...

What does Veterans Day mean to Phoenix and Maricopa county, AZ?
Veterans Day originally began as a way to honor the soldiers of World War I. Although the war...

Feel like the cold weather has you stuck in your house? Ice
skating is a great excuse to get out and have some fun. Bring your friends and
family to enjoy a day of excitement....

'Tis the season to be
jolly in­ Phoenix, AZ – but it might also be the season to be stressed out, overextended and downright “Grinch-y!” If you find yourself treating the...