Category: Opinion

Dear Editor, In their June 8, 2021 Mexico Travel Advisory, the U.S. Department of State, at travel.state.gov, warns citizens about travel to Mexico. The Advisory recommends reconsideration of travel in Mexico due COVID 19 and issued “Do Not Travel To” warnings for five Mexican states including Tamaulipas, which borders Texas, due to crime. The warning for Tamaulipas also listed kidnapping as a risk. The Advisory recommends “Reconsider Travel To” another 11 Mexican states, four of them bordering the U.S. Those bordering states are Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Sonora with all warnings due to crime. Texas is also bordered by Nuevo Leon, Coahuila…

Dear Editor, As the coronavirus pandemic lurches through its unwelcome second year and our state, country, and the world continue to suffer its effects, the mental health toll taken on individuals, families, and entire communities is undeniable. And that’s where the Resilient Arizona Crisis Counseling Program can help. Resilient Arizona provides 100% free and confidential support and connections to resources for Arizonans impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. State residents can simply call 2-1-1 to connect with a Resilient Arizona crisis counseling provider or visit ResilientArizona.org. Services – including supportive crisis counseling, education, development of coping skills, and connection to appropriate resources…

Dear Editor, As the coronavirus pandemic lurches through its unwelcome second year and our state, country, and the world continue to suffer its effects, the mental health toll taken on individuals, families, and entire communities is undeniable. And that’s where the Resilient Arizona Crisis Counseling Program can help. Resilient Arizona provides 100% free and confidential support and connections to resources for Arizonans impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. State residents can simply call 2-1-1 to connect with a Resilient Arizona crisis counseling provider or visit ResilientArizona.org. Services – including supportive crisis counseling, education, development of coping skills, and connection to appropriate resources…

Dear Editor, A few months ago I called an Bankers Insulation to have more insulation blown into our attic as it had been 11 years since we had it done. After a problem with scheduling and figuring how much insulation we needed, they came out as scheduled and were very professional They blew insulation in the attic and we had a very clean job. Then we had or septic tank pumped out by Calvin’s Septic Service, and they showed up as scheduled. It had been six years since we had it pumped. They also were very professional and courteous. They…

Dear Editor, A few months ago I called an Bankers Insulation to have more insulation blown into our attic as it had been 11 years since we had it done. After a problem with scheduling and figuring how much insulation we needed, they came out as scheduled and were very professional They blew insulation in the attic and we had a very clean job. Then we had or septic tank pumped out by Calvin’s Septic Service, and they showed up as scheduled. It had been six years since we had it pumped. They also were very professional and courteous. They…

Dear Editor, If your outgo is more than your income then your upkeep will be your downfall.  A sure way to disable yourself financially is to spend more than your income.  If your income is $2500 a month then you can’t spend $3500 a month and come out ahead.  An old friend used to say, “You can’t borrow yourself rich.” We have “wants” and “needs.”  Needs must always outweigh wants. We need food and shelter, transportation and basic utilities to survive.  A person with a small income has severe financial pressure and must live on a strict budget. The person who…