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Candidate Profiles

Oro Valley Mayor Joe Winfield and town councilmembers countdown at the ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 15, at the Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve. From left are, Kristy Diaz-Trahan, director of parks and recreation; Mike Ford, TCF Nevada and Southwest director; councilmembers Josh Nicholson and Harry “Mo” Greene; Mary Jacobs, Oro Valley town manager; Mayor Joe Winfield; councilmember Melanie Barrett; Gayle Mateer, president of Preserve Vistoso; councilmember Timothy Bohen; and Matt Wood, members of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. (Katya Mendoza/Staff)

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Held behind the former golf clubhouse, the event saw more than 50 community members in attendance along with Town Manager Mary 3BD/4BA+2DENS (3,297 sq ft) home in Casa Sevilla.

Jacobs, Parks and Recreation Director Kristy Diaz-Trahan and Mayor Joe Winfield.

Winfield, who is up for re-election this coming August, became emotional during the ceremony, citing his love for the outdoors.

“It really is a capstone for me, to see this 202 acres preserved in perpetuity,” Winfield said.

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andy Karrer has served as fire chief of the Golder Ranch Fire District since 2010 and has worked in local fire departments since 1981.

For his work, Karrer was recently honored by the Arizona Fire Chiefs Association with the Bob Weber Lifetime Achievement Award.

The ceremony was July 12 at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel and Spa in Glendale during the opening ceremonies of the Arizona Fire Chiefs and Arizona Fire Districts associations’ leadership conference.

Karrer was nominated by Fire Chief Norman “Brad” Bradley III from the Northwest District and Fire Chief Chuck Ryan from the Tucson Fire Department for the work he has done throughout his career to improve upon fire services throughout Arizona.

“The fact that I was nominated by my peers and the individuals within my own organization, that’s special,” Karrer said.

Members of his department kept the award a secret from him.

“About three weeks ago, they called me and told me I would be receiving the award, and I was shocked. I had no idea. … It was very nice. I was very humbled to say the

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Joe Erceg seeks a seat on OV town council

BY ALEXANDRA PERE

Tucson Local Media

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oe Erceg worked with small businesses and sports associations for most of his life and continues to do so in Oro Valley.

Erceg had a long career in the advertising industry while juggling board positions and sports involvement. He was the Southern Arizona director of the Arizona Small Business Association and later the president of the Green Valley/Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce.

“Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and it’s critical that we help our small businesspeople be successful,” Erceg said.

Erceg said he wants the Oro Valley Marketplace to flourish in a speedy fashion. He said the marketplace will offer something Oro Valley doesn’t have in abundance: jobs and entertainment. Erceg said his children left Oro Valley and didn’t plan on coming back.

“I asked why and they said, ‘Because there are not enough jobs here, and there are not enough fun things to do in this community for young people like us,’” Erceg said.

This comment worried him. Erceg said this

Joe Erceg runs for OV Town Council on a platform of economic growth and sports.

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could be detrimental to Oro Valley’s future.

“We lose our best and brightest,” Erceg said. “The young people who want to stay here, pay taxes, start new businesses, start families, buy houses, that’s the engine that’s

going to drive our train moving forward.”

Getting on town council would allow Erceg to work toward his goals in business development and community engagement in sports.

He said he wants to entice more businesses to the area to offer residents growth opportunities.

He added, there is a need for sports amenities.

“I really want to work with our business leaders to find ways to be able to come up with more venues,” Erceg said. “Maybe it is to go in and retrofit vacant buildings that are in the Oro Valley area and turn them into great volleyball and basketball venues.”

Erceg said young athletes in the community have to go elsewhere to practice or have tournaments.

Erceg is passionate about the ways sports connect people. Erceg helped start the Grand Canyon State Games in 1988, an Olympic sports festival for amateur athletes. He also assisted in the formation of the Pima County Sports Authority in the early ’90s and participated in the Southern Arizona Sports Development Corporation. He said he was one of the founders of the Oro Valley Sports Alliance, a nonprofit organization that promotes

local sports programs and facilities.

Erceg said the council hasn’t been listening to the needs of the community when it comes to recreational amenities.

Erceg said the council unilaterally chose certain amenities for the Naranja Park expansion project that did not align with the town survey they conducted. The Oro Valley Parks and Recreation 2020 Master Plan featured a survey with a list of high to low priority choices for facilities, amenities and programs. The council approved building a splash pad and a dirt bicycle pump track for the expansion. Both of these features were listed as medium to low priorities on the town survey. The pump track was 29 out of 32 options and the splash pad was 17.

“It’s important that we work together as a community between government, business and our residents to do what we can to make sure that Oro Valley continues to be this shining star in Southern Arizona in terms of being the safest community, but also a place where our generations that follow wanting here,” Erceg said.

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Rodman returns for seat on Oro Valley council

BY ALEXANDRA PERE

Tucson Local Media

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ill Rodman returned this year to run for Oro Valley town council after he witnessed what he said was four years of little to no economic development in Oro Valley.

Rodman was elected to town council in 2016 and lost reelection by a narrow margin.

“I really thought, 'OK it’s time for somebody else,' but I still had an interest in the town so I attended council meetings and some of the Planning and Zoning Commission meetings,” Rodman said.

During these last four years of attending town meetings, Rodman said the town council did not prioritize economic development.

“They have not approved any kind of development in our town and our town cannot survive without growth unless we change how it’s funded,” he said.

Oro Valley’s nonexistent property tax is a pigeonhole for funding. Rodman said revenue sources like sales tax, tourism and especially construction are major funders for the town.

Therefore, he was surprised the town council has not supported the Oro Valley Marketplace construction. The council asked the developer to come back with more options for building apartments and hotels at the marketplace. They objected to the height and setbacks of the proposed buildings.

According to Rodman, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted six to one in support of the original application from Town West Realty.

“My view is very clear that if we don’t bring more population to our town and more businesses and people staying up at the marketplace, or it would be called the Village Center, we’re going to have to find another revenue source and the only possibility is a property tax; you’re not going to double or triple your sales tax,” Rodman said.

He said he’s worried the town’s $52 million debt will continue to cost the town with frivolous spending. Rodman is critical of the town’s method for paying the police pension fund. He said it was unnecessary and there are more pressing issues to be considered.

“We have 14 fewer police officers than we should have for our population. That wasn’t

Bill Rodman returns this election season to right what he says are governing wrongs on the Oro Valley Town Council.

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the case four years ago,” Rodman said.

Rodman attributed this problem to the town not budgeting for officers.

Most importantly, Rodman said there is a disconnect between the town’s decisions and what residents want from their governing body.

He's referencing the Oro Valley Parks and Recreation 2020 Master Plan that featured a town survey with high to low priority for facilities and programs. The council recently approved an expansion plan for Naranja Park that included building a splash pad and a dirt bicycle pump track. These features were listed as medium to low priority on the town survey. The pump track was 29 out of 32 options and the splash pad was 17.

“They didn’t bother to touch the ADA things that needed to be done at the community center,” Rodman said.

Rodman said the handicapped accessible ramp for the community center is located in the back, farthest away from the parking lot next to dumpsters. Rodman said he brought this topic during a council meeting call to the audience. He has yet to see the item on the meeting agenda.

“I think that what we’ve heard and seen from my opponents is misinformation from day one, and lack of transparency,” Rodman said. “They have done so much behind closed doors.”

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Mayor Winfield looks to win again

BY ALEXANDRA PERE Tucson Local Media

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ayor Joe Winfield’s background in landscape architecture and the National Park Service didn’t leave any questions as to why he moved to Oro Valley in 1996.

“We came to Oro Valley because of the schools, the views close to home, recreation, we love the outdoors, hiking and camping,” Winfield said. “We’ve loved Oro Valley.”

Winfield channeled his love for community planning and recreation into public service. As mayor, he pushed to update Oro Valley’s parks. Most notably the Naranja Park and multiuse path system expansion.

The expansion broke ground in May. Winfield said he’s proud of the fiscal responsibility of his council and how much money they saved the town by paying the police pension fund.

“It’s a debt that was accumulating, and we

were paying 7%,” Winfield said. “Now we’re paying 2.4%.”

Winfield said this was one of the first issues brought him by town staff after he was elected. He suspected the previous council did not put the police pension fund debt as a priority when staff brought it to their attention. Winfield said the town reinstituted the budget and finance commission with five financial advisers to tackle the pension fund.

In the end, the town council voted to pay off the $27 million pension fund with $11 million in cash and $17 million in a 2.4% interest rate pension bond.

“It is projected that will save the town up to $30 million,” Winfield said.

Looking forward, Winfield still has work to do.

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Winfield said the five- to six-story apartment building proposal from Town West Realty was not supported by other Oro Valley residents, adding that Oracle Road is a scenic corridor.

“It was just not in character with Oro Valley,” Winfield said. “We’re not Downtown Tucson.”

The council has yet to decide between the two proposals.

With the election underway, Winfield said he wants the community to know he appreciates the town staff and the residents.

“We’re very fortunate as a community for all the departments, the police department, the community and economic development, the public works, the water department, town court,” Winfield said. “All of these are really functioning at a high level and so I think that the community reflects that.”

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TCF was involved in buying the former golf course in the past, according to Mike Ford, TCF Nevada and Southwest director.

“Our initial efforts failed. We just couldn’t come together on a reasonable proposal to acquire this property that was in the public interest,” Ford said. “Dial it forward to September or October (2021), we went back to work.”

A display of cooperation and patience, the effective community effort represented the “best of a public private partnership,” Ford said.

The nature preserve is the latest addition to the parks and recreation amenities and will include improved ADA accessibility and restrooms this fiscal year, Jacobs said.

“Using the final plan, we will budget for improvements in the coming years and also take advantage of available grants and additional generous contributions on the part of Preserve Vistoso,” Jacobs said.

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Left: Oro Valley Mayor Joe Winfield gets emotional at the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve in Oro Valley on July 15. Winfield is up for re-election this August, against challenger Danny Sharp. (Katya Mendoza/Staff) Right: More than 50 Oro Valley residents gathered at the Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve ribbon cutting ceremony on July 15. The abandoned 202 acres, formerly known as the Vistoso Golf Club, was acquired by the Conservation Fund in February. (Katya Mendoza/Staff) Preserve Vistoso is the nonprofit organization founded in 2019 that helped raise almost $2 million in support of preservation of the former Vistoso Golf Club, which closed in June 2018.

Preserve Vistoso president Gayle Mateer recalled the “emotional rollercoaster” of a race against time which started over four

years ago, when locals started looking for a feasible buyer.

“Over 260 species of animals, plants and reptiles have been observed on this property; almost 1,200 observations have been filed with a naturalist. We have a diverse ecosystem here,” Mateer said.

In closing, event emcee Diaz-Trahan

said she couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month than having a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The town will begin a “master planning process” for the property during the fall, after gathering community input about further improvements.

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The school is hosting an open house for prospective students and families from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 30.

“This will a perfect opportunity for students to see the school, meet teachers, and try out our innovative programs,” said April Wiley, school president.

“As we enroll our first 125 students, this midtown location, next to Randolph Park and close to Reid Park and the zoo, will be accessible to students from throughout the Tucson area, and offer resources for outdoor education and enrichment beyond the classroom. This is exactly what public Waldorf education envisions.”

According to Wiley, the school has been renovating the building with Waldorf education in mind. Central to this renovation is a grand mural, following the Tucson tradition, created by students.

Students who have already enrolled have begun work on this mural, with opportunities for all incoming students to help create it when they enroll. The mural-in-progress is displayed at the school’s website, desertsageschool.org.

Linda Biederman, one of the school’s founders, is coordinating the mural. “We are thrilled with our student mural right on Braodway, adjacent to Reid Park, on a major bus line. Waldorf High Schools emphasize

art, access to open space, and diversity, equity and inclusion in all our programs. Our mission is to create an educational space that respects the dignity of every student, develops their academic and life skills, and inspires lifelong learning. This student-created mural is a first step to put this mission in action.”

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CHIEF from page  least,” Karrer said.

During his speech, Karrer said he’s not alone in his efforts. Within his department, he works closely with others, including his assistant chief, human resource and finance directors, command staff, battalion chiefs and captains.

“I’ve called them rock stars for as long as I’ve been there because that’s what I feel that they are,” Karrer said.

“They are the ones who actually implement the strategies, and they are the ones who deserve the credit. I’m proud of them for having that mentality that they want to make someone’s day just a little bit better.”

Along with receiving an award at the conference, Karrer attended and instructed on strategic planning.

His position as fire chief is similar to the executive director of an organization, as he has his hands in different areas.

“My job is not to go to fires,” said Karrer, whose father was a firefighter.

“It’s to prepare our organization to handle those emergencies or those fires, to make sure they have the right resources and the funding to get it done, the proper training.”

Like other fire departments around the country, his district has supply chain issues.

They have been waiting for new fire engines and ambulances and have problems obtaining medical supplies and turnout gear.

The fire chief started his career as a firefighter, moving up the ranks with Rural Metro Fire and the Northwest and Drexel Heights fire districts.

His resume includes roles as engineer, captain, battalion chief, and division and assistant chief before becoming a fire chief.

Karrer has a bachelor’s degree in fire service management from ASU and is a graduate of the National Fire Academy’s executive fire officer program.

The Milwaukee native is the facilitator and chair for the Arizona Fire Services Institute, which promotes collaboration between Arizona fire organizations.

“The whole concept of it is to bring those groups together so we can all be on the same page for things like legislative issues and/or needs that we may have from the state government, to ensure that we are all on the same page and accomplishing the same goals,” Karrer said.

He said one of his greatest accomplishments has been his work with the institute, which has impacted fire departments statewide.

“I do choose to get involved on a state level because there are so many initiatives

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Randy Karrer has served as fire chief for the Golder Ranch Fire District since 2010. and state issues that will affect us one way or another. I like to have a say in it and at least have our perspectives recognized,” Karrer said.

“I’m not one to sit still. I’m a doer. I like to get things done, and I like to be involved in the processes to resolve whatever it is.”

This is nothing new. From 2009 to 2018, Karrer served on the Arizona Fire District Association board of directors. He sat on the State Fire Safety Committee from 2012 to 2016.

From 2002 to 2017, he served as chairman of the Arizona Fire Chiefs Association’s Mutual Aid Committee.

“Mutual Aid is where you have a disaster that occurs, and you have to call your neighbors for assistance. That’s on a state level. We are looking for the closest, most appropriate resource to assist,” Karrer said.

Throughout his career, he has remained committed to fire safety and education.

Since 1994, he has been an Arizona State Fire School instructor, and served on the Arizona State Fire Training Committee since 2008.

He has been honored many times for his work. He has received the 2017 Innovation in the Workplace Leadership Award from the Society for Human Resource Management the 2013 Chief Officer of the Year Award from the Arizona Fire Chiefs Association and the 2007 Richard Carmona Leadership Above and Beyond Award from the Greater Tucson Leadership Council.

In 2017, he was appointed as honorary commander for the 355th Civil Engineer

Squadron at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.

“It was a very educational experience for me, and I was very honored to be part of that group. I’m very connected to the military. I’m very proud of them, and I think that that’s something that is very important,” Karrer said.

In 2015, he received a Patriot Award from the U.S. secretary of defense for his work in supporting employees who are part of the National Guard and Reserve.

“Frequently what happens is those employees can be called up. They will leave the fire department and go wherever their deployment takes them. Essentially, what we do is provide that support to allow them to go and make sure they have a job when they go back,” Karrer said.

“I’m a fan of the military. I believe that it’s our duty as an employer to try to ensure that our employees have the ability to serve their country, if they so choose.”

Along with supporting employees who are in the military, the organization also has a robust health and wellness program to assist firefighters dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder or substance abuse issues.

“We try to help our employees to work

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through that because we invest so much in their training. You don’t want to lose them, plus you don’t want their lives to be affected negatively. So, you try to give them as much as those types of resources as you possibly can,” Karrer said.

Karrer said his department really prides itself on providing exemplary service.

“At the end of the day, the public doesn’t care what it says on the back of our shirts.

They don’t care who you work for. When they call 911, they want someone to show up quickly. They want us to know what we are doing, and they want us to be nice to them.

Those are the three things that I think are important, and I think that our organization does that very well because we are very customer-service driven,” Karrer said.

Customer service skills are taught as part of the training for new recruits.

Part of this service-oriented approach is assisting community members in ways like helping change tires and providing gas for those stranded by the side of the road.

“That’s not uncommon. It happens a lot in our organization. That is a reflection of that training program and a reflection of the attitude that we put the community first,” Karrer said.

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Marana is the fastest-growing community in Southern Arizona with more than 55,000 people living here and more flocking to our town every day.

Our supportive environment for new and existing businesses has established our reputation as one of the best places to build or grow a business in Arizona, and our prime location along Interstate 10 between Tucson and Phoenix puts us at the center of continued growth.

Under the leadership of town council and Town Manager Terry Rozema, our organization is dedicated to raising the bar for the best quality of life for residents, businessowners and visitors. Because of this, no day is the same.

As a team member at the town of Marana, you’ll not only play an essential role in our community’s quality of life, but you’ll also be valued and appreciated by a fivestar organization that prides itself on having a great culture.

Our organization lives by four cultural values: dedicated service, respect, teamwork and engaged innovation. We strive to live these values every day. We also reward and recognize work performance and accomplishments that we hope will inspire others.

The town of Marana hires for character and trains for competency, and hires for attitude and trains for aptitude. The best way to have a five-star organization is to attract, hire and retain five-star team members who are passionate about public service and are ready to learn.

We not only work to maintain a high quality of life for our residents, we value our most valuable resources: our team members. They are our “special sauce.” An example of annual events we organize for our team members are the employee appreciation luncheons, service award breakfasts, veterans luncheons, and a host of

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We care about health and wellness. Our benefits empower employees to take care of themselves and their families with competitive healthcare, dental and vision packages, as well as paid parental leave pay.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Please save Oro Valley Editor: I am writing this letter to implore the Oro Valley voters to cast their votes for any candidate that will preserve Oro Valley and not build, build and build.

In 2016, the voters of Oro Valley voted on a town plan. The prior administration of Hiremath and Co. never met a developer they didn’t like.

Those signs that went up for town meetings always ended up changing the town plan and rezoning the master plan. Thus, it resulted in cookie-cutter houses and more cookie-cutter houses being jammed into small spaces.

There is no mass transit here and the roads are becoming too crowded. We the voters wanted low density to preserve our beautiful desert and wildlife, and now our Oro Valley is becoming Phoenix South or Tucson North.

I came to Oro Valley from a crowded place which was once beautiful, so I know what I am talking about. Oro Valley leaders need to learn the word exclusive. On Long Island, where I am from, you would never block the water view.

Why would you want to jam in highrise apartments to block our views of the mountains? There are places where apartments are located on Oracle Road. There is no need to put apartments and little houses near low-density existing homes.

Again, the word “exclusive” comes to mind when developers say they are fulfilling a need for lower cost housing with these new small homes and apartments.

There were places I just couldn’t afford to live on Long Island and, guess what, they had a water view. Please Oro Valley, let’s elect a mayor and a town council who will keep our town beautiful, exclusive, and a home for us and our native wildlife.

Ann M. Rogan Oro Valley

Transparency needed Editor: Don’t know about other town residents,

but I have been bombarded by unsolicited fliers from the Keep Oro Valley Strong Political Action Committee (PAC), attacking our current mayor and council. The PAC says on its webpage: “Our vision for the future is to support a vibrant, prosperous and growing Oro Valley, etc. …”

But the mailings the PAC sends seem to promote the opposite. They are peppered with hateful attacks on the current mayor, council members and even the town itself.

Attacks, as a 10-year Oro Valley resident, I know not to be true.

Further, I found the PAC is run by Tom Plantz, the same person behind the failed 2019 initiative to recall Mayor Winfield and Vice Mayor Barrett. I also found on the town clerk’s website, the PAC’s fourth quarter 2020 initial campaign finance report includes several contributors who supported Mayor Hiremath’s failed 2018 town council reelection, council members who supported big-land developers, rezoning areas favorable to their construction projects and the town’s purchase of the money-losing El Conquistador Golf Course.

It is clear to me the PAC’s real purpose is to elect a town council that is pro-big-city-environment, big-developer friendly, with Danny Sharp as mayor and his running mates Erceg, Hurt and Rodman as new council members. A council with the same governing approach that was overwhelmingly rejected by Oro Valley voters four years ago.

So, Keep OV Strong PAC, Oro Valley voters need a little transparency on what you are really promoting. Stop the hateful attacks and honestly make your case. Then let the voters decide.

Steve Denning Oro Valley

A homegrown issue Editor: After a recent Oro Valley Town Council meeting an incident involving Councilman Tim Bohen and another councilmember occurred.

It was heated enough that the OVPD needed to get involved. It ended in a courtroom, and an injunction against harassment was levied against Councilman Bohen. It was a sad day for Oro Valley. It was also avoidable, in my opinion.

Councilman Bohen has, on more than one occasion, in recent months used the days to belittle and criticize town staff. His tirades are sometimes short and sometimes lengthy. But each time these happen, he is allowed to do so by you, Mayor Winfield.

You sit there with a blank look on your face and say nothing. Ms. Jacobs (town manager), you sit there and allow your staff to be ridiculed. Both are unacceptable.

You have known for a couple years the behavioral issues associated with Mr. Bohen. I personally called it to your attention about the time he was sworn in. OVPD detail incident report V19010481 illuminates Bohen’s behavior and its potential outcome.

This should have been sufficient to keep him on a short leash, in my opinion. Mr. Winfield, you have the authority in Robert’s rules to throttle Councilman Bohen. It’s time you showed some modicum of leadership. Ms. Jacobs, you need to defend your staff.

This is just one more vivid example of why, according to a recent mail piece, Oro Valley is a community in decline.

Don Cox Oro Valley

Trying to steal election Editor: In a still-developing story, we are learning about an alleged plan to mislead Oro Valley voters by challenger campaigns colluding with a political action committee to attack the town’s mayor and council.

Here’s what we know so far. Starting in the fourth quarter of 2020, a group of Canada Hills residents and HOA leaders donated to Keep Oro Valley Strong Political Action Committee.

Additional donors included current Councilmember Dr. Harry Greene and former councilmembers Joe Hornat and Bill Rodman, and council critics Thomas Plantz, Don Cox and James Prunty. Councilmember Steve Solomon joined the team with a donation in the first quarter of 2021.

Through the first quarter of 2022, this group had raised $15,301 and spent $11,297. Their work product consists of a website, nefarious Nextdoor posts and unsolicited emails to the general population.

More recently they have been sending expensive “hit piece” mailings and buying Explorer ads to attack the current mayor and council with lies and half-truths.

A closer look would reveal the challenger campaigns may have also benefited from inside help. Councilmembers Solomon and Greene — both donors to KOVS — have placed items on the council agenda and seized other agenda items to berate their fellow members creating “nonissue” election sound bites.

Examples are the reinvented years-old community center ADA access issue, Solomon’s passionate support for his contributor Town West’s six-story apartments at OVMP, and the failed attempt to delay the Naranja Park groundbreaking etc.

However, the recent revelation that KOVS and all council challenger candidates have used and paid substantial sums to the same political adviser lifts the lid off this operation. In essence, it means KOVS appears to have acted as an unreported fundraising operation to support mayoral challenger Sharp, and council challengers Hurt, Erceg and Rodman.

That’s all we know so far, but this negative campaigning by the challengers tells me they don’t have the vision or platform to earn our votes.

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6. Dental insurance coverage — Check your plan. Your dental insurance might just cover part of your care. Even in Mexico! You may have to submit the claim yourself, but it will help make your already-massive savings even better.

9. You don’t have to do hours of research to find the best dentist — Believe it or not, there are U.S. dentists who will refer you to the best dental offices in Mexico. Companies, such as Coyote Dental in Tucson, have actual U.S. dentists vetting the dental offices for you. They make recommendations based on your individual needs and best of all, they are a completely free service!

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So what appeals to you? The equine program at The Hacienda at the River will soothe your spirit and open your mind. At The Hacienda at the Canyon, you could join the bocce ball team – no experience needed – and become a Senior Olympian. A movie buff? Catch your favorite films in the private theater at The Watermark at Oro Valley, or bask in the beauty of Pusch Ridge. Stay as active or chill as you like while enjoying the many amenities and exciting events at The Watermark at Continental Ranch. Discover new opportunities and interests every day at our flagship community, The Fountains at La Cholla.

A Time for Growth Your world expands when you live in a community that appreciates and cheers for you. Suddenly it’s easy to get involved in classes, meet new people, and feel connected again. Your old friends are still nearby and new ones are just down the hall, in the dining room, or at tai chi class. Frequent excursions and transportation services give you access to everything you need and enjoy around town.

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Senior HomeCare owner honors mom, caring for others

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aregiving is personal for Tina Gillette of Senior HomeCare of Tucson.

She was schooled in hospice when her mother was visited by a nurse twice weekly. Still, the caregiving largely fell on Gillette and her sister.

She had two small children at the time, but with the help of her husband and his family she could care for her mom. It was challenging but rewarding at the same time because she could sit with her mother.

She parlayed her knowledge into Senior HomeCare of Tucson 10 years ago after working as a medical transcriber, an office manager for a sports medicine clinic and an admin for an orthopedic surgeon.

Caregivers provide a range of services, including assisting with bathing, showering or visiting the restroom; going to doctors’ appointments or the store; taking care of skin or oral needs; housekeeping; preparing meals and caring for pets. They also provide respite breaks for family members caring for their loved ones.

hills, Rancho Vistoso and Sabino Canyon.

“This is a business that started in a 10-by-10 room in my home,” she said. “It’s woman-owned and has been for 10 years. I grew it from the ground up, with no help from a franchise.”

Three years ago, the company was a finalist in the Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona’s Torch Awards. In 2018, they were named Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Year and were honored as one of the finalists in the outstanding senior care/hospice category at the Influential Health and Medical Leaders Awards.

Gillette is a member of two national organizations that provide guidelines for caregiving businesses, the Homecare AsThe founder of Senior HomeCare of Tucson, sociation of America and the Independent Tina Gillette has found that many caregivers Home Care Alliance. develop special relationships with longtime When Gillette founded the business, it clients. (Tina Gillette/Submitted) was important to align with reputable national caregiving organizations because The level of care needed can range from ethics are important to her.

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Gillette will often share information with Based in Oro Valley, Senior HomeCare families about available resources, such as of Tucson serves Tucson, Sun City Oro Val- government programs that provide assisley, Marana, Casas Adobes, Catalina, Dove tance for equipment or supplies.

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Many senior clients have family members who live out of the area. Gillette said in this type of situation, it is important to keep their families informed on their care.

“We pride ourselves on communication with the families,” she said.

Gillette learned firsthand the mental, emotional and physical toll of caregiving and the need for self-care.

“You have to make sure you receive adequate rest and relief from others, otherwise you will not be able to give your all to that person,” Gillette said.

Being able to be there for her mother during her last few months was meaningful for Gillette. She said while this stage is often emotional, it is important to celebrate their lives and accomplishments.

“Your words may be their last, so always express what you feel,” Gillette advised.

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Our Story Gary and Dan Ross are no strangers to mobility challenges. Gary injured his back while on active duty and underwent back surgery in 2010. While the surgery was a success, Gary routinely suffers from low back pain and spasms, which often require the use of a mobility device. Gary’s mother was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and Dan’s mother required two knee replacement surgeries. These experiences led to the realization that there was a huge need for local mobility stores across the United States with trained mobility consultants who understand mobility challenges and can offer mobility solutions.

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After researching business opportunities for over a year, Gary and Dan decided to open several Mobility Plus franchises in the Tucson area where you can get your scooter or powerchair batteries tested for free, talk to friendly mobility consultants about your unique challenges, rent mobility equipment for short-term solutions, purchase mobility equipment for long-term solutions, and receive quality service and repairs by trained technicians.

“We exist to improve lives,” says Gary Ross, Mobility Consultant and Co-Owner.

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Please call us to ask questions, share your concerns, or to schedule a private consultation. We invite you to visit our showrooms in Tucson and Oro Valley. We are here for you and we would love to meet you and help you find the mobility solutions to meet your individual needs.

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Baseball movies cover the youthful exuberance of “The Sandlot,” the Tucson connection of “Major League,” and the oldsk anyone about the best sports time earnestness of “Pride of the Yankees.” movie of all time and you’ll spark a There’s also “The Rookie,” a true story heated or friendly discussion. Now, with Dennis Quaid as a late-thirty-somenot their favorite — the best. You thing high school coach, who somehow can break it down by sport, if you’d like. makes it to the big leagues, and “RookThat way, the brilliant “Chariots of Fire” ie of the Year,” a ridiculous story about a isn’t competing against fan favorite “Re12-year-old boy whose broken arm heals member the Titans.” funny and allows him to throw a baseball Being a lifelong sports enthusiast and 103 miles per hour. movie lover, I have my list. It’s topped by Still, if you asked 20 hardcore lovers of “Hoosiers” and includes “Chariots of Fire” sports films to name the best baseball movie, I’m guessing at least 17 will say “Bull Durham.” One person, who will use the COMMUNITY SERVICES HEALTH & BEAUTY RETIREMENT LIVING SPORTS & RECREATION word “film” instead of “movie,” will say RETAIL & SERVICES FOOD & DRINK something obscure, like “Bang the Drum COMMUNITY SERVICES RETIREMENT LIVING HEALTH & BEAUTY SPORTS & RECREATION Slowly,” which was a good movie but a real RETAIL & SERVICES FOOD & DRINK downer. The other two will vehemently COMMUNITY SERVICES HEALTH & BEAUTY argue in favor of “The Natural,” mostly beSPORTS & RECREATION cause Robert Redford is shockingly athletic in the movie and has a perfect-looking swing.

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If you’re able to partition your brain to set aside the schlock-fest that includes the first four sequels to “Rocky,” you’ll probably be able to agree that the original is quite good.

The really heated exchanges will come when the sub-category of baseball is introduced. Some people love “Field of Dreams,” but I bet the military couldn’t show the movie to the detainees at Guantanamo Bay because it would constitute cruel and unusual punishment. Baseball may be a religion to some, but Iowa is definitely not

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Shelton was a basketball star at Westmont College, near Santa Barbara, and he also played baseball. He didn’t have any athletic eligibility left when he arrived atUA, where he enrolled in the Master of Fine Arts program in painting and sculpture, which is why he was never a Wildcat.

After leaving UA, he played minor league baseball for five years. He made it up to AAA, but never made it to The Show.

The making of the movie is a bit of a minor miracle. Kevin Costner wasn’t yet a leading man, Susan Sarandon was considered a has-been and Tim Robbins was an unknown. Shelton wasn’t sure if the three would have any chemistry at all. Plus, the narrowly focused studio types wondered why, if you’re going to make another movie about baseball, why do it about a team in the minor leagues?

You can read about the background craziness, the scenes that were rewritten on the fly, and the wild personality clashes.

Somehow, the twin passions for baseball and filmmaking came together and a classic emerged.

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Brent Strom enjoying his time in Tucson

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The pitcher-turned-coach was reportedly set to retire when Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo approached the 30-year Tucson resident about joining the team’s staff.

“At this stage of my career, I got a little selfish and wanted to spend a little time at home,” he said.

Strom began his career in 1972 as a player for the New York Mets, joining the Cleveland Indians the following year. He wrapped his pitching stint with the San Diego Padres from 1975 to 1977.

He rejoined the big leagues 19 years later, in 1996, to coach with the Houston Astros.

Strom also lent a hand to the Kansas City Royals from 2000 to 2001, returned to the Astros from 2014 to 2021, and then the D-backs this year.

Strom said he brings a different voice to the D-backs, which has “talented pitchers.”

“I was hoping to bring my experience and things I’ve learned,” he added.

“I can’t say enough about the front office.

They’ve been very good about the information I need for my job. It’s been a seamless transition from the Astros, who are analytically driven.”

The D-backs have the same philosophy, Strom said. His eight years with the Astros were educational.

“I learned a great deal,” he said. “By and large it was similar to the D-backs and basically made the transition easy.”

D-backs starting pitcher and Scottsdale native Merrill Kelly agreed the 73-year-old coach brings a different viewpoint and perspective to the team.

“He comes from a different organization, and he was there for a while,” Kelly said. “He’s probably used to doing things a certain way and expecting certain things from his guys. But I think he’s carried that into this organization.”

He called it beneficial.

“He’s really good at communicating,” he said.

“He doesn’t try to throw things down your throat. He just throws out suggestions. If you want to listen to him, that’s great. But he doesn’t try to take control of what you’re doing.”

Fellow starting pitcher Zac Gallen said Strom has the credentials to make the D-backs’ pitching staff great. After all,

Strom has worked with a slate of players from Sandy Koufax to Justin Verlander.

“He has a lot of ideas, which is nice,” Gallen said.

“If ‘A’ doesn’t work, then we try ‘B,’ ‘C,’ ‘D,’ whatever. He’s been around for a while. He has a lot of information to support us. Being able to have him and reference other guys who he’s worked with is great. It’s been nice to think about pitching in a different way.”

Strom is excited to work with the guys in the clubhouse, Gallen added.

“I got into this at a very young age,” Strom added.

“I fell in love with the game. All these years I thought it was me holding the ball, when, in reality, it was the ball holding me. My wife calls baseball my mistress. I enjoy the competition, the teaching part of it and seeing people succeed.”

BACK IN TUCSON When they’re in Tucson, Strom and his wife, Carrie, enjoy playing golf, hanging with their dogs and traveling. He frequently hosts baseball clinics in Europe.

Recently, the Stroms purchased a home on the gulf in Mexico.

Growing up in San Diego, Strom spent quite a bit of his youth across the Mexican border in Tijuana. He played winter ball in Baja California, one year in Tijuana, another in Mexicali.

“Our place wasn’t built yet when I was still in Houston,” he said. “We spent quite a bit of time there last winter. I had not taken the D-backs position yet. I look at this as a challenge. I needed a new challenge.”

Strom enjoys seeing the team continually improving.

“Obviously, I was blessed with Verlander and (Zack) Greinke and the guys like Gerrit Cole and Dallas Keuchel, some Cy Young folks.”

Keuchel has since signed with the D-backs, and recently made his first start with them.

“What I’ve come to appreciate is the open mic-ness of the pitching staff and they like to embrace different ideas. It’s been a fun time,” Strom said.

“Obviously the highs and lows of the season wear on you a little bit. The Dodgers did a number on us (in June). We were in every game. We just couldn’t get over the hump with them. We’ll get back on track and our Top: Brent Strom fist-bumps D-backs infielder Geraldo Perdomo. Strom has been a force team will have the chance to win games. We for the team. (Jill Weisleder/Arizona Diamondbacks) Bottom: Brent Strom, right, and assistant have some solid bullpen moments.” pitching coach Dan Carlson at Chase Field. (Jill Weisleder/Arizona Diamondbacks)

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Broadway Royalty

‘Pretty Woman’ brings Adam Pascal to Tucson Vivian is played by Olivia Valli, who understudied Elphaba during “Wicked’s” second national tour and who also got to play her own grandmother in “Jersey Boys” on New World Stages. Valli is the granddaughter of Frankie and Mary Valli. Her grandfather was the lead singer for The Four Seasons.

Pascal says the show works so well is because he and Valli are friends off-stage and have a solid relationship and chemistry that they bring to the stage. He says it’s easy to forget her famous family lineage.

“She and I have, luckily enough, become really good friends,” Pascal says. “We have a similar sensibility. We come from similar areas — she’s from Jersey and I’m from Long Island. We hit it off and we get each other’s sense of humor. That translates onto the stage. That’s what makes the relationship between those two characters work — she and I are really good friends.

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ery much a female empowerment kind of story. It isn’t the film to a certain degree. They’ve taken steps to sort of amplify that aspect of her character and her character’s journey, to really make it a story in which she saves herself with a little help from him, as opposed to he saves her with a little help from her. I think it works much better that way.”

While the musical does still have Roy Orbison and Bill Dee’s “Oh, Pretty Woman” song in it, the rest of the music was created for the musical by Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, the well-known singer-songwriter duo.

Pascal says this is a show where people have permission to laugh and to feel happy. He describes the show as a fun evening where everyone leaves smiling.

“It’s not a Mamet play, it’s not Shakespeare,” Pascal says. “You don’t need to be an English Lit major to appreciate what we’re doing. It’s fun, simple storytelling for the masses.”

The cast of “Pretty Woman” portrays a celebratory moment in this fairy tale romance.

(Matthew Murphy of MurphyMade/Contributor)

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PRETTY WOMAN from page  “We got lucky that we both really liked each other and we’re friends. You’re out here on tour and you support each other through your ups and downs. She and I both have significant others who we are separated from, so we bonded over the difficulty of missing our partners and being lonely and yearning for them.”

Pascal describes the touring show as being funnier than the movie and the Broadway show.

He credits Valli as being the reason for that.

“That has a lot to do with her — she’s really funny,” Pascal says. “She brings out that element of the character.”

No stranger to unusual costumes and ever-changing looks, Pascal says his costumes for this show has been integral to getting into character.

“It’s all about the suit,” Pascal says. “His power suits that he wears inform to a great extent who he is, where he comes from. I’m not somebody who spends a lot of time in a suit, so it took me some time to get comfortable with the feeling of being in a suit and how to wear it. It’s definitely helped me find the character.”

He encourages fans of the film to come to the musical, even while stressing that it is different.

Above: Olivia Valli stars as the prostitute with a heart of gold in “Pretty Woman.” Right: Adam Pascal and Olivia Valli play Edward and Vivian as they make a magical connection at the opera. (Matthew Murphy of MurphyMade/Contributor) “It’s the adaptation of the film to the best of our ability with some refreshed re-imagining of a couple different characters,” Pascal says.

“Also, this incredible music by Bryan Adams. That’s the biggest difference from the film. We’re telling this story with this great original score by this incredible rock/pop composer that has had so many hits.”

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SIERRA TUCSON NAMES CARRIE FOOTE COO The outpatient addiction and mental health treatment center Sierra Tucson has named Carrie Foote its new chief operating officer. Foote previously worked as the director of enterprise privacy governance at the UA, where she assisted the chief privacy officer in building the school’s privacy program. She began her career as a case manager in community mental health services, developing an acumen for leadership that eventually led her to become chief operating officer and chief compliance officer at a regional mental health organization. “I am thrilled to have Carrie Foote join our exceptional team at Sierra Tucson,” said Sierra Tucson CEO Dr. Valerie Kading. “Carrie brings a 20-year history of expertise in behavioral health systems development, implementing strategic initiatives and cross-departmental collaboration that will complement our already dynamic leadership team.” Foote also has significant experience in business develCarrie Foote opment and expansion, contract procurement, HIPAA privacy compliance and professional development. She has managed teams including IT, finance, billing, compliance, facilities, medical, transportation, utilization management and medical records. “Carrie is passionate about helping others improve their lives and realize that recovery is possible,” Kading said. “We are extremely fortunate to have Carrie on our team and look forward to her positive impact on the residents and clients we serve each day.”

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ROBERT MCMANIMON Robert McManimon has joined the Tucson office of Snell & Wilmer as an associate in the real estate practice group. McManimon earned his J.D. from Arizona State University, his B.A. in political science from the UA, and an L.L.M. in international law from the University of Edinburgh.

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NIC MISURACA Snell & Wilmer welcomed Nicolas Misuraca to its Tucson office as an associate in the product liability practice group.

Misuraca handles criminal, consumer warranty and consumer fraudbased litigation. His work includes all aspects of the litigation process, such as motion practice, witness preparation, discovery, pretrial preparation and trial. Misuraca received his J.D. from the University of Oregon and his B.A. in political science and international relations from the UA.

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JEAN FITTERER LANCE Banner Health appointed Jean Fitterer Lance as executive vice president, chief legal officer and general counsel, replacing David Bixby who recently announced his retirement after helping lead the organization for nearly 25 years.

Prior to her appointment, Lance was vice president of legal services and deputy general counsel at Banner.

“In making this important decision, we realized that Jean was a natural choice after having worked closely with David for the last few years,’’ said Peter Fine, Banner Health chief executive officer. “Her extensive knowledge and impressive experience will make her a strong asset for our senior leadership team.’’

Lance joined Banner in February 2019, bringing more than 30 years of legal experience.

Since joining Banner, she has been instrumental in supporting service line growth and relationships, working with Banner’s innovation and strategy teams on equity investments and acquiring cutting-edge platforms and providing guidance on pandemic-related issues.

Laurie Lundeen, an affiliate agent with the Green Valley-Continental office of Coldwell Banker Realty Arizona, ranked No. 1 for Coldwell Banker Realty Arizona based on sides by individuals in the RealTrends + Tom Ferry’s 2022 The Thousand List.

This ranking places Lundeen within “the top onetenth of 1% of more than 1.4 million licensed Realtors nationwide,” per RealTrends.

“This is another incredible accomplishment for Laurie among a very long list,” said Chris Jensen, president of the Southwest Region of Coldwell Banker Realty. “Laurie’s success is due to her consistent work and dedication to her clients.”

Lundeen has consistently ranked No. 1 based on gross commission income among sales associates/ representatives throughout Arizona in the Coldwell Banker system. In 2020, Lundeen ranked No. 1 in gross commission income and number of homes sold, awarding her among the Top 250 real estate agents in the United States, as announced in the 2020 REAL Trends “The Thousand” report published in The Wall Street Journal.

She earned the Arizona Hall of Fame and International President’s Premier awards, the Top Producer in the State of Arizona Award for the seventh consecutive year, Top Producer for Southern Arizona Award for the 11th consecutive year and the Hall of Fame Award for the ninth consecutive year all from Coldwell Banker Realty.

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THEATER/ ARTS TUESDAY, JULY 19

A timeless Hollywood love story, “Pretty Woman: The Musical” is making a pit stop in Tucson. For six days starting Tuesday, July 19, through Sunday, July 24. Two-time Tony award winner Jerry Mitchell’s direction and choreography is accompanied by an original score by Grammy winner Bryan Adams and his songwriting partner, Jim Vallance.

Details: Opening night 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 19.

Centennial Hall at the University of Arizona, 1020 E. University Boulevard, various times, $25 to $125, 1-866-821-2929, broadwayintucson.com

FRIDAY, JULY 22, AND SATURDAY, JULY 23

The Arizona Theatre Company presents, “Heathers the Musical: Teen Edition.” A “hilarious, heartfelt and homicidal” show, this creative teen comedy revolves around teenage misfit Veronica Sawyer, who works her way up to the most popular clique at her high school and falls in love with new kid-bad boy, J.D. Based on the 1989 cult classic, “The Heathers,” the show is intended for audiences 13 and older. So “are you in, or are you out?”

Details: 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 22, and Saturday, July 23, The Arizona Theatre Company, 330 S. Scott Avenue, $15, 1-833-282-7328, atc.org

LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY, JULY 22

The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) continues its live music concert series at the Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa from 6 to 8 p.m. Call to make a table reservation at the resort’s Lookout Bar and Grill patio to enjoy music by Bryan Dean Trio along with food and drink specials during and after the show. Capacity is limited to 50 attendees outdoors for social distancing.

To make a reservation, call 520-297-1151, ext. 474 or visit opentable.com.

Details: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 22, Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort and Spa, 245 E. Ina Road, saaca.org

SPECIAL EVENTS FRIDAY, JULY 22, AND SATURDAY, JULY 23

Come down to Tohono Chul Botanical Gardens & Galleries’ summer series, Chillin’ at the Chul on Friday, July 22, or Saturday, July 23. The botanical gardens are offering visitors a chance to cool down on the grounds after hours and free of admission from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music by guitarist Nico Barberan on Friday or guitarist Brett Dooley on Saturday. The Garden Bistro will be open for service, offering light bites and refreshments such as Sonoran hot dogs and prickly pear margaritas. The series runs Fridays and Saturdays through Sept. 3 in partnership with the Children’s Museum of Oro Valley, which will be offering entertainment for children on Saturday nights.

Details: 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 22, or Saturday, July 23, Tohono Chul Botanical Gardens, 7366 N. Paseo Del Norte, free admission, tohonochul.org

SATURDAY, JULY 23 AND SUNDAY, JULY 24

Take a day trip to Willcox for Apple Annie’s Orchards, “Sweet Corn Extravaganza” and “Peach Mania” events. Enjoy a peaches ad pancakes breakfast from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Orchard Grill or an apple-smoked burger and homemade peach pie for lunch, served from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. At 2081 W. Hardy Road, explore the orchard and enjoy the shade beneath the peach trees. Visitors can grab a farmers’ dozen of the “best sweet corn in southern Arizona” at 6405 W. Williams Road. Details: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 23, and Sunday, July 24, Apple Annie’s Orchard, 2081 W. Hardy Road, free admission, 520-384-2084, appleannies.com

SUNDAY, JULY 24

Enjoy a taste of Espadín Mezcal this Mezcal Sunday at Hotel Congress’ jazz club, the Century Room. The Agave Heritage Festival presents the Summer Tasting Series, which includes Mezcal Sundays led by Doug Smith, local agave master and co-owner of Exo Roast Co. Cost is $35. For an additional $5 fee, guests can book a VIP dinner at the Cup Cafe before the tastings.

Details: 7 p.m., the Century Room, 311 E. Congress Street, $35, hotelcongress.com

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erage available at the market.

Details: 8 a.m. to noon, the Rillito Park Farmers Market, 4502 N. First Avenue, free admission, heirloomfm.org

THURSDAY, JULY 21

FAMILY FRIENDLY

Curious to learn more about Tucson’s fifth season?

Head to the Marana Visitor Center on Thursday, July 21, for its 2022 Education Day Series, “Monsoon Magic in the Sonoran Desert: from Storms to Affects to Safety.” Learn more about monsoon season, its effects on plants and animals, and proper monsoon safety. The complimentary event has limited seating for up to 25 participants.

Details: 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 21, Marana Visitor Center, 13251 N. Lon Adams Road, Marana, free admission, 520-639-8040 or members.maranachamber.com to reserve a spot.

LOCAL MARKETS SATURDAY, JULY 23

Head to Oro Valley Farmers Market at the historic Steam Pump Ranch on Saturday, July 23, to support local farmers, ranchers and small food purveyors.

Expect to find seasonal produce, farm-fresh eggs, meats and other goods.

Details: 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays, Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road, free admission, heirloomfm.org

SUNDAY, JULY 24

Stay hydrated with delicious, juicy and “thirst-busting produce” at the Summer Quench Fest on Sunday, July 24, at the Rillito Park Farmers Market.

From 8 a.m. to noon, locals can sample summer produce while enjoying live music. Cool down with fruit soda waters while having water fun with the kids. Bring a reusable cup to the information booth and receive a free cold drink ticket for any cold bev-

SATURDAY, JULY 23

Take the family on an African safari to celebrate fantastic phalanges on Saturday, July 23, during Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights. The summer series offers a variety of zookeeper chats, animal encounters and games sponsored by Tucson Parks and Recreation. The Zoofari Market will be open to purchase food and drinks.

Details: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Reid Park Zoo, 3400 Zoo Court, free admission for zoo members, $10.50 for nonmember adults, $8.50 for seniors, $6.50 for children, and free for children younger than 2, reidparkzoo.org

SATURDAY, JULY 23, AND SUNDAY, JULY 24

The Loft Cinema’s Kids Fest continues its free in-person summer event this upcoming weekend.

The Loft welcomes all Muggles, parents and children alike to watch the epic comedy of “pre-hysterical proportions,” The Croods,” at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 23, and the fantasy classic, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” 10 a.m. Sunday, July 24. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. featuring preshow activities hosted by the staff of Mildred & Dildred Toy Store.

Before each screening, guests will see an animated short film and partake in activities. Free popcorn is available.

Details: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 23 and Sunday, July 24, The Loft Cinema, 3233 E. Speedway Boulevard, free admission, loftcinema.org

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You're not �ickle with your friendships. You have your reasons for liking someone, and your values remain constant. Still, relationships can really change over time, and so will the nature of your feelings. This week, you will be celebrating affection that endures past the emotions of the moment.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You'll work hard, ever mindful you're part of a team.

You pull your weight and then some because you know others will be affected.

Certain others are oblivious to their effect, or simply don't care. The situation will soon be made right. For now, focus on your own contribution while looking out for true allies.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You'll �ind truth in this expression: The days are long, but the years are short. You'll �ind yourself grappling with the way you use time and striving for greater ef�iciency. There's so much you want to accomplish! There's something you'll do with 15 minutes a day that will add up to a remarkable result.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Those endowed with money, genes or dumb luck may be easy enough to like until they are holding the very thing you wanted. Get what you want. Make it a priority and don't hold yourself back. Until you get what you want, you're in danger of becoming resentful of those who haven't had to work hard.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Social conditioning might be wrongheaded, but in the moment a message is conveyed by peers you admire, you're listening with something other than reason. This is why it's better not to make decisions at the party, in the store or in the �irst meeting. Give yourself time away from peer pressure to get clearheaded.

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You'll often be the �irst to extend it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Today you'll have the willpower to do what you say you'll do. But what about tomorrow, and the next day, and the day after that?

Eventually, your freshly minted plans for yourself will become routine, and then just part of who you are. But until then, an accountability partner can help you forge the habit.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You'll have a low tolerance for inconsiderate treatment; anyone who's not paying you good attention won't be able to hold yours.

You'll go where you're appreciated. The difference between bad company and good company is night and day. When you're in the right place, you feel seen and accepted.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Feeling safe enough to say what's on your mind is no small thing. You'll appreciate your freedom and use it to create improvement for more than just yourself. Improvement is change.

Change makes some people nervous, even when it's for the better. Expect some resistance and don't let it stop you.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). As a rule of thumb, the stronger the feeling, the shorter its duration. Wicked winds blow through.

Thunder rolls to the next place. The hard rain doesn't last. You'll make use of the emotional energy if it helps you get where you're going. Or you'll just let it pass, identifying more with the sky than the weather.

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All finance offers are available on qualifying purchases made with your Sam Levitz Furniture Credit Card between 07/12-08/01/22. Purchase APR is 29.99%. Minimum interest charge is $2. 24/30/48 Months Equal Monthly Payment No Interest Financing1 Financing1 | Minimum purchase required (24 (24 Months: $388; 30 Months: $688; 48 Months: $988).

24/30/48 Equal monthly payments required. Subject to credit approval. See store or web-site for full details.

Crazy Hot Buys & Price Match Items - always at the lowest price. | Prices in this ad valid 07/12-08/01/2022. All savings are from our warehouse discount individual item prices.

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