(NAPSI)—Seven months after joining the Army, Sgt. Ryan McIntosh stepped on an improvised explosive device during a routine orchard-clearing mission in Afghanistan. He came home with a deeper commitment to the uniform, despite losing his right leg below the knee.

ARCHERY DEMO DAY

Runners, walkers, and wheelchair racers from all 50 states and three different countries flocked to scenic Oro Valley on March 24 for what proved to be another very successful year at the 9th annual Arizona Distance Classic. 

To Arizona Distance Classic Race Director David Babner, who has seen and organized his fair share of races around the country, there is just something special about Oro Valley.

(BPT) - The word “vacation” means different things to different people. For some, it’s lounging poolside and sleeping until noon. Others, however, savor the opportunity to get outside, try some new activities and indulge in their favorite pastimes for days on end. If you’re one of the latter group, there are few better places to travel than right here in the United States.

Businesses near the intersection of La Canada Drive and Lambert Road will see some relief from the effects of the ongoing road construction in the area.

In the eyes of archery fans, the Town of Oro Valley just hit the bull’s-eye.  

Welcome to Oro Valley. We’re proud to be part of the Tucson-Metro area’s Northwest region, but we’re prouder still of the unique qualities and amenities that make Oro Valley an extraordinary community.

OV Procurement Division wins achievement

The Arizona Game and Fish Department Operation Game Thief is offering a $1,200 reward for information leading to an arrest in the case of a decapitated mule deer found off Interstate 10 east of Benson.

After serving eight years on the Oro Valley Town Council, Councilman Barry Gillaspie is saying farewell to government. He is looking forward to concentrating on his personal life and career as the Director of Development Services for Information Technology at Pima Community College.  

Oro Valley residents had the opportunity to hear the perspectives of the six candidates running for Town Council when Sun City hosted a forum at the town’s Social Hall on Feb. 18.

Oro Valley residents had the opportunity to hear the perspectives of the six candidates running for Town Council when Sun City hosted a forum at the town’s Social Hall on Feb. 18.

Brendan Burns, 33

Working as a region to stimulate economic growth was a common theme during a special event hosted by the Tucson Realtors Association on Jan. 27. Officials from Tucson, Marana, Oro Valley and Sahuarita came together to discuss the outlook for 2012.

The Town of Oro Valley will be getting an archery range at Naranja Park, following unanimous approval from the Town Council at a recent meeting.

The Oro Valley Town Council gave staff the go-ahead to research the concept of creating an archery course at Naranja Park.