Gary Chalk You can decide if there is something fishy about today’s Living Retired story. I have been hooked on tuna casserole since I was a kid. These days I also enjoy tuna steaks cooked rare, tuna sandwiches for lunch, and tuna pasta salad during summer. So, a couple of weeks ago, it was to…
Category: January 2026
January 2026, Features
Putters and Golfers! Irish American Club Charity Golf Events in March
Pat Cornett Save the dates of Saturday and Sunday, March 14 and 15, for the PebbleCreek Irish American Club (PCIAC) 17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament and 2nd Annual Charity Putting Contest. Event proceeds go to PCIAC selected high school students for scholarships and grants, and local charities. Putting: Join us Saturday, March 14, at Tuscany…
January 2026, Features
Golf Cart Care Made Simple: What Every Owner Should Know
Doug Adair In PebbleCreek, golf carts aren’t just for golf—they’re our daily wheels! But just like cars, they need regular attention to stay safe, efficient, and reliable. Many residents understandably don’t know what kind of maintenance is really necessary. That lack of knowledge can lead to unnecessary or inflated repair bills. It’s best to consult…
January 2026, Features
Salesperson of the Month
The PebbleCreek salesperson of the month for November 2025 is Cheryl Johnson.
January 2026, Features
2 Your Health: Squats—The Ultimate Functional Strength Exercise
AzOPT Typically, knee arthritis (osteoarthritis or OA) is characterized by reduced articular cartilage on the femur and tibia bones that make up the knee, and can lead to increased bony formation. Inflammation is usually associated and present at the knee when this occurs. The good news is, strengthening, flexibility/stretching, and mobility training can greatly improve…
January 2026, Features
In Passing – January 2026
Betty Jane Chambers Betty Jane Chambers, 94, of Goodyear, Ariz., passed away peacefully on Dec. 5, 2025. She was born in Brooklyn Township, Ill., on May 12, 1931, to Wayne and Audrey (Cordell) Hillyer. Raised by her aunt and uncle, Beulah and Odie Ballard, in Plymouth, Ill., Betty grew up surrounded by family and community.…
January 2026, Features
One Hit Wonders
Robert Hover “Earth Angel”—The Penguins (1954) Recorded in eight or nine takes, amid the bicycle pumps and scrap wood in a neighbor’s backyard garage, the song “Earth Angel” has become one of the most cherished rock ‘n’ roll records. The tune is also considered one of the first rhythm and blues records to creep into…
January 2026, Features
Candy Cane Classic Raises $11,000!
Toni Erickson The Candy Cane Classic took place on Dec. 7, 2025, serving as PebbleCreek’s premier event in support of children’s charities. The tournament was completely sold out, with 168 women participating in a 1 p.m. shotgun start on the East Course. Comfort stations were set up throughout the course, and enthusiastic supporters were on…
January 2026, Features
Word of the Month: Quotidian
David Zapatka While reading in the October Mensa Bulletin, member and contributor Ruth said she loved watching old monster movies and said, “I preferred all these monsters to quotidian life.” Quotidian: kwoh-TID-ee-uhn, adjective, 1. Occurring daily; happening every day 2. Ordinary or everyday, especially when mundane or trivial 3. (Medical) Recurring every day, particularly referring…
January 2026, Features
Thank You PebbleCreek Community and Generous Sponsors!
Sylvia Armstrong, President PebbleCreek Fine Art Club The PebbleCreek Fine Art Club would like to thank our community for their solid support of the club and your outstanding attendance at our very successful Nov. 8 2025, Fall Fine Art Show! This year’s show highlighted the talent of the many artists in the club and allowed…