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The Mountain View Motel on Miracle Mile

Restoring Miracle Mile

Aug 5, 2011 After years of neglect, one of Tucson's most historic roadways is experiencing renewal thanks to some local vision and hard work.
Sara Presler, Mayor of Flagstaff, talks about the economy and tourism in her city.

Northern Arizona Tops State in Tourism Growth

Jul 29, 2011 Strategic business and public sector partnerships drive success, Flagstaff's mayor says
The Markou family grows many of the ingredients used in their Fat Greek restaurants on this small plot of land.

Web Feature: When the Markous Went Local

Jul 27, 2011 One restaurant owner and his family set out to change their lives, and wound up changing their menu
Many mountain communities are determined--and even defiant--in the wake of devastating fire damage.

"Still Here, Still Green"

Jul 15, 2011 White Mountains residents pull together, plan economic future in fire's wake

Wildfires Fan Political Flames

Jul 8, 2011 Thin Arizona's forests to stop fires, legislators urge, but others say it's not so simple
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Arizona Budget 2012: How It Affects You

Jul 1, 2011 The state budget goes into effect July 1 with plenty of local impacts.
Arizona Week studio interview

Fiesta Bowl Goes to Rehab

Jun 17, 2011 Can the big-time sports organization recover from its season of scandal?
Arizona Week studio interview

More Unemployment, More Problems?

Jun 10, 2011 Public policy specialists disagree on benefits of another 20 weeks for long-term unemployed
Since 1969, Friends of the Pima County Library has donated more than $1 million and countless books to the Pima County library system.

Locals Unite for Literacy

Jun 6, 2011 Thousands of volunteers keep Tucson's library system alive--and lively
Arizona has suffered more than nearly every other state from the housing bubble burst and mortgage financing meltdown of the last three years, and as a result, recovery will take a while, an economist says.

Housing Rebound Will Come Slowly in Arizona

Jun 4, 2011 Glut of foreclosed homes, short sales keep prices low; recovery 5 or more years away - click to watch Episode 21

Beginning a Business in Tough Times

Jun 1, 2011 Despite economic doldrums, local merchants secure needed loans for their start-up companies

Web Feature: A Labor of Love

May 19, 2011 An entrepreneur devotes the last years of his life to a Tucson Mountains outpost

Episode 17: Jobs Picture Improves for College Grads

May 6, 2011 Arizona universities report increased recruitment activities by employers big and small
The University of Arizona and BICAS, Bicycle Inter-Community Arts and Salvage, are working on a project to try to recycle bicycles abandoned by students who leave for the summer.

How to Recycle a Bicycle

May 4, 2011 Bicycle organization and University of Arizona team up to collect and reuse unwanted bicycles
Despite a decrease in the number of apprehensions along the border, members of the Arizona Cattlemen's Association want additional resources and personnel along the border.

Ranching's Risky Business in Southern Arizona

Apr 27, 2011 Local ranchers say they want more resources and protection on the border to cope with illegal immigration.
Arizona Week

Episode 15: A Legislative Wrapup

Apr 22, 2011 The Arizona Legislature closed its regular session this week in a rush of bill passages and hijinks

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