Category: Opinion

Dear Editor, Valle Vista Property Owners Association, Inc., is governed by our CLRs and bylaws. Valle Vista is within Mohave County. Valle Vista has several requirements for construction that may be additional to those of Mohave County. To construct within Valle Vista, each builder must obtain a copy of the CLRs and bylaws. The following requirements and procedures must be followed in addition to all federal, state and local building requirements. Pick up a copy of the CLRs and bylaws at the administration office at the clubhouse building. Obtain a Mohave County building permit from Mohave County Development Services. Return…

Dear Editor, Working a job that pays you money is your best assurance for financial security. In 2021 manufacturers, construction, transportation companies, any entity that sells products, drivers and almost all employers are begging for workers.  Many Americans were assisted by the large unemployment payout of the pandemic. This was initially helpful. Many people such as restaurant workers and others had lost their jobs. The flush of cash from Government kept families fed and financially stable. There has been a downside to this as now manufacturing has slowed down so much that trucks and cars have often been delayed from…

Dear Editor, To those who have fought and those who are fighting, we admire your courage and appreciate your sacrifices. We salute you, honor you and thank you. Kim R. Gaines Valle Vista

Dear Editor, To those who have fought and those who are fighting, we admire your courage and appreciate your sacrifices. We salute you, honor you and thank you. Kim R. Gaines Valle Vista

Dear Editor, As we approach Memorial Day, give thanks for our soldiers who gave and are giving sacrificially for our freedom.  One of the freedoms we enjoy is the freedom to own a house. The greatest asset of most people is the roof over their heads. Your house may be worth more than all of your cash, savings accounts and in some cases retirement funds combined.  If your house is paid for then congratulations to you. You have achieved a beautiful piece of the American dream. When I was 26 years old, I bought a house on a land contract….

Dear Editor, During the past year, mental health has worsened due to the pandemic and various associated stressors, especially within our youth population. According to a 2021 State of Mental Health in America report, youth between the ages of 11 and 17 have been more likely than any other age group to experience moderate to severe symptoms of anxiety and depression. The report also indicates that 60% of youth with depression do not receive any mental health treatment, even in states with the greatest access. In Arizona, more than more than 40% of youth reported feeling sad or hopeless for two or more…