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EPCOR’s rate proposal: The rest of the story for Sun City

OPINION — There is another part of EPCOR’s current rate proposal that Sun City residents should know about: a new physical connection between the Sun City and Sonoran water systems. more

By Greg Eisert | Sun City | 8/21/26

The Weekly Clothesline: Wisdom in the Letter of James

The Letter of James, while only five chapters in the Bible, is jam packed with practical truth and wisdom. It reads like a how-to book on Christian living. more

By Reverend Elizabeth Nelson
Good Shepherd Episcopal Church | 8/21/26

Congress should maintain defense spending for FY28, not increase it

OPINION — The United States defense budget for this fiscal year, which ends in September, was roughly $1.1 trillion. For the next budget year, the Trump administration is requesting $1.5 trillion. more

By Robert Robb | 8/20/26

We were bitten by Medicare’s IRMA this year; what should I do?

AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor answers questions about Social Security. more

By Russell Gloor
AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor | 8/20/26

Asbestos, forever chemicals kill — Congress must renew Toxic Substances Control Act fees

OPINION — 9/11. The date is seared into our consciousness forever. We all know where we were and what we were doing when it happened. Some of us are still dealing with its aftermath. more

By Pat Spearman | Nevada | 8/20/26

Bowden: Delaware must act now on dual employment violations

By Bill Bowden Bill Bowden is a retired Verizon Delaware executive and past president of the Delaware Quality Award. He also served eight years in state government as the executive director of … more

8/20/26

Chandler SpeakUp: Many takes on city's Flock license plate readers

OPINION — Here are some online comments about recent Chandler Independent stories involving Flock Safety’s license plate reader contract with the city of Chandler: “Chandler council hears … more

8/20/26

What Sun City should know about EPCOR’s current rate proposal

OPINION — EPCOR has filed a major water rate case with the Arizona Corporation Commission. For Sun City residents, the proposal involves more than the size of the next water bill. more

By Greg Eisert | Sun City | 8/20/26

Scottsdale voters deserve accountability, not special interests

OPINION — Scottsdale voters want candidates who answer them, not special interests. With three candidates remaining for two city council seats, I am increasingly concerned that residents are not … more

By Terry Babb | Scottsdale | 8/19/26

Snail speed on aid for 9/11 community proves bipartisan agreement no guarantee

OPINION — Bipartisan support is often treated as the clearest sign that legislation is likely to become law. When Republicans and Democrats agree that a problem must be addressed, it may seem as though the most difficult obstacle has already been overcome. more

By Michael Barasch | 8/19/26

President Trump’s language causing real harm

OPINION — I'm writing to express my deep concern over the lasting damage Donald Trump's rhetoric has inflicted on our country's most vulnerable communities. A leader's words hold immense … more

By Alfred Southall | Fountain Hills | 8/19/26

Reader commends Glendale native’s courage, leadership

OPINION —Kaleb Brown has mastered the art of identifying his skills in order to enhance his capabilities and set the example for others to emulate. more

By Gary Allen | Venice, Florida | 8/19/26

Speak Up: Harrington City Council denies data center ordinance

The room broke out into applause, as Ordinance 25-08, allowing data centers as a conditional use in manufacturing areas in Harrington, was denied by City Council on Monday, Aug. 17. Way to … more

8/19/26

Standing at the crossroads of democracy

OPINION — In May 2025, I expressed my human characteristics preferred of a leader. It was 100 days into Trump’s second term, and his performance at the time was graded poor. more

By Thomas Richard | Sun City West | 8/19/26

Who is going to pay for the ‘expensive water?’

OPINION — “Arizona is not running out of water. We are running out of cheap water.” The line has become a slogan for anyone who wants to admit scarcity without accepting limits. It turns a … more

By Rusty Childress | Rio Verde | 8/19/26

Webster: Protect Head Start from RFK Jr.’s attacks

U.S. Congress must immediately call on the Department of Health and Human Services to rescind Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s proposed rules attacking Head Start and protect this vital program! more

8/19/26

Carolyn J. Scruggs, Secretary, Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services

DPSCS Secretary Scrugg replies to Somerset County's letter on ECI staffing

Carolyn J. Scruggs, Secretary to the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, responded Somerset County Commissioner President Charles Lairds’ letter which requested three specific … more

8/19/26

One vote doesn’t make Abe Hamadeh a model of integrity

OPINION — In her letter, Kudos to Rep. Hamadeh for supporting stop insider trading act, Nikki Colletti praises Rep. Abe Hamadeh for “putting principle first” and demonstrating “real public service.” more

By Anne Whitmore | Sun City West | 8/18/26

Coons: Fair offered encouraging view of youth

It’s hard to escape the idea that our nation’s young people are in crisis. Newspapers and magazines are full of stories about how young people are lonely and disconnected, leaving adults wondering what the future holds for them — and for us. more

By Sen. Chris Coons | 8/18/26

Taxpayers bear the true cost of illegal immigration

OPINION — In a recent letter, Mary Jo Forman accused those concerned about illegal immigration of using immigrants as a "punching bag" and suggested we focus on other issues. While Forman points … more

By Linda Kavanagh | Fountain Hills | 8/18/26