When I read AFN I particularly notice stories of accomplishment involving Ahwatukee youth. Articles highlighting young athletes, artists, forward-thinking students and their stories of personal accomplishment are the norm. In short, Ahwatukee is known for supporting its youth in many ways and the AFN has always been a part of that effort. I don’t recall ever reading such a negative critique of a local teenager for any reason than in the (“Neal’s no-show assembly an example of how out-of-hand high school sports have become,” AFN, Feb. 26) Brownie Points column by Jerry Brown. To print such harsh language and name-calling regarding such a well-mannered young man from our community is irresponsible and disappointing.

The postseason has started and some teams have already been eliminated - on the court.

The U11 Girls AYSO 1046 Thunderbolts won its third tournament of the season at the Tucson Ft. Lowell Soccer Shootout Jan. 14-15. This was the team's second straight year winning the event. Comprising of mostly Ahwatukee residents, the team only allowed one goal scored in four games.

For the unsuspecting soccer opponent the flash before their feet can be infuriating.

After playing three-time defending champion Hamilton tightly in the first game of the season, it would have been hard to envision Mountain Pointe needing a win in week 10 to make the postseason.

While changes in the economy occur regularly, what we have experienced recently is anything but a "normal" change. The challenges of the current economy haven't been seen or experienced in our country in decades. Like most investors, you may wish you could figure out some way to know when economic conditions were about to change, or what adjustments you should make in your portfolio based on current conditions. It's a tricky topic, and even economists disagree about the nature and causes of economic cycles. But we can at least take a look at some of the issues you need to be aware of, and help familiarize you with how the economy works.

While changes in the economy occur regularly, what we have experienced recently is anything but a "normal" change. The challenges of the current economy haven't been seen or experienced in our country in decades. Like most investors, you may wish you could figure out some way to know when economic conditions were about to change, or what adjustments you should make in your portfolio based on current conditions. It's a tricky topic, and even economists disagree about the nature and causes of economic cycles. But we can at least take a look at some of the issues you need to be aware of, and help familiarize you with how the economy works.

It is sad when articles ("AF company strives to make carpet truly safe," AFN, Aug. 31) that are nothing more than commercials or advertisements for new companies trying to survive in the Ahwatukee Foothills, or elsewhere for that matter, gets put up on the web as expert information. Unfortunately, a lot of nonsensical information that the "chemicals" used by the average carpet cleaners are bad for you is out there, in much the same way that the term steam cleaning is used, when in fact, no one uses steam to clean carpets (true steam would melt nylon and olefin carpets). The actual industry terminology is hot water extraction, the term steam cleaning is an advertising gimmick.

It is sad when articles ("AF company strives to make carpet truly safe," AFN, Aug. 31) that are nothing more than commercials or advertisements for new companies trying to survive in the Ahwatukee Foothills, or elsewhere for that matter, gets put up on the web as expert information. Unfortunately, a lot of nonsensical information that the "chemicals" used by the average carpet cleaners are bad for you is out there, in much the same way that the term steam cleaning is used, when in fact, no one uses steam to clean carpets (true steam would melt nylon and olefin carpets). The actual industry terminology is hot water extraction, the term steam cleaning is an advertising gimmick.

Ahwatukee Preschool will be having a spaghetti dinner, entertainment, and a silent auction from 5:30-7 p.m. on March 25. Our entertainment is a troupe called Opera ABC's. Using laughter as the best medicine, the group reaches little ones who think they don't like opera or don't know anything about it. Delightful music and a few smiles will teach us all some of the traditions and terminology of opera! The silent auction bidding will begin March 21 in the preschool and will continue until 6:25 p.m., March 25th. Cost is $6 per person or $20 per family. Reservations are required by March 23 by calling (480) 893-2531 or at the preschool office.

Let's talk a bit about brain injuries, which can include anything from seemingly minor hits to the noggin to severe stroke. The brain itself sits bathed in cerebrospinal fluid within the skull. The spinal cord emerges from the brain at the bottom; its protection afforded by the vertebrae of the spine.

Let's talk a bit about brain injuries, which can include anything from seemingly minor hits to the noggin to severe stroke. The brain itself sits bathed in cerebrospinal fluid within the skull. The spinal cord emerges from the brain at the bottom; its protection afforded by the vertebrae of the spine.

Let's talk a bit about brain injuries, which can include anything from seemingly minor hits to the noggin to severe stroke. The brain itself sits bathed in cerebrospinal fluid within the skull. The spinal cord emerges from the brain at the bottom; its protection afforded by the vertebrae of the spine.

For Tara Dale and Laurie Jake, teaching kids about science can be challenging, but they admit that it can also be very rewarding.

This is pretty amazing! Can anyone identify this cowboy? Or at least take a guess at what event he might be performing at?

The United States has 70 percent of the world’s lawyers but only 5 percent of the world’s population. U.S. industry spends billions of dollars annually on litigation costs and efforts to avoid liability. The U.S. has 30 times more lawsuits than Japan, one of America’s primary trade competitors. Product innovation in America is drastically curtailed due to overwhelming liability concerns. My industry of health care delivery has costs that are spiraling out of sight, leaving many Americans under insured or uninsured. The cost of virtually every good and service has an increased cost, reflecting the cost of rampant litigation in this country.

A major criticism of the first Transformers was that there was less action than there was humor. So for Revenge of the Fallen, director Michael Bay took both the action and the humor to the extremes.