(NAPSI)—More than 65 million people, 29 percent of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled or aged family member or friend during any given year and spend an average of 20 hours per week providing care for their loved one. We also know many are the primary care provider for an adult brother or sister. Yet far more attention is typically paid to caregivers in the role of spouse, parent or adult child. While the caregiver role can be enjoyable, even inspiring, it can also be a lot of work.

Over the weekend, the communities of Tucson, Marana and Oro Valley came together to remember, reflect and honor the victims of the January 8 shooting. From vigils, to Safeway unveiling a memorial where the shooting occured, thousands turned out at various events. First responders to the tragedy were honored. Heroes from the horrific day were recognized, and activities were centered around healing. The weekend was capped off with the University of Arizona candlelight vigil, where Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords led the Pledge, and candles were lit for all 19 victims.

On the first Friday night in October, as the Mountain View High School football team took to the field, some people in the audience cheered, while others quietly had tears well up in their eyes.

Home Instead Senior Care is teaming up with non-profit agencies and area retailers to sponsor “Be a Santa to a Senior,” a program that collects, wraps and delivers gifts to lonely and needy seniors in Greater Tucson area.

After six months of chemotherapy and 33 rounds of radiation, Kathy Anders is not yet considered a breast cancer survivor, but she is well on her way.

In April of last year, Marcia Hay traveled to California to see her brother, Philip McCulloch Jr., return to the United States after being deployed in Afghanistan with the United States Marine Corps. While serving in Afghanistan, the vehicle Sgt. “Mac” McCulloch was riding in was hit with a rocket-propelled grenade.

After the Jan. 8 assassination attempt that nearly ended her life, Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords has become a household name, with the world watching as she continues to defy the odds.

Earlier this month, Irma Sankman, who is on the board of Friends of the Oro Valley Public Library, and artist Gail Munden, left, dedicated the newest art addition to the Oro Valley Library. Munden created the artwork on the wall behind them to include names of people who have donated to and supported the library.

Kenneth "KC" Carter is running for a two-year seat on the Oro Valley Town Council because he believes he has what it takes to represent his fellow citizens.

With an eye on projects and benefits the town would receive, the Marana Town Council voted unanimously at its meeting March 16 to throw its support behind all six questions listed on Pima County's bond election scheduled for May 18.

Lisa Secan and Mary Snider are moms on a mission.

(NAPSI)—Five percent may not sound like a lot of anything, but when it comes to building new homes, it can make a big contribution toward putting Americans to work.

The Political Action Committee for a Better Marana, a newly formed citizens group, is in favor of the proposed Marana Regional Landfill, according to a release issued Friday.

In 2008, as I campaigned for the Arizona Legislature, I heard from household after household about their concerns regarding the effects of illegal immigration on our state.

Chances are, you live in one of the six local districts with a school funding proposition on the ballot. You should vote Yes, as should people in the 83 other Arizona school districts holding override or bond elections.

Pima County officials have completed the official vote canvass from the recent election, and the results reveal a widespread sentiment against the failed Naranja park bond issue. (Click here for a map that breaks down the voting results).

April 20, 2005 - Fashion was served April 13 as Foothills moms strutted their stuff, raising money at the fourth annual Fashion Fusion fashion show.