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New Economic Development Board Gets Down to Business

Sep 30, 2011 High-paying jobs should be Commerce Authority's singular focus, economist says
Copper Queen Community Hospital in Bisbee, Ariz.

Losing AHCCCS: Southern Arizona Copes With Medicaid Cuts

Sep 30, 2011 An Arizona Public Media special report on cuts' impact to patients and health care providers

Amid Cuts, Arizona Mayors Cautiously Optimistic

Sep 2, 2011 Meeting in Tucson, they hear an update from Gov. Brewer, but still worry about budgeting and the economy
Out of the economic chaos of the Great Depression emerged the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), which forever changed both the country and the young men who enrolled.

"Not a Single Day Without a Job"

Aug 25, 2011 Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps left an indelible legacy in Southern Arizona
Birding has become big business across the country, and Sierra Vista is now one of the best-known birding destinations, hosting the annual Southwest Wings Birding and Nature Festival.

Bird Enthusiasts Flock to Arizona

Aug 16, 2011 Monument fire spared precious bird habitat in Ramsey Canyon.
Navajo father and son

Culture Clash: Navajo Traditions vs. Economic Development

Aug 12, 2011 Nation President Shelly pushes alternative energy, technology to draw jobseekers back to reservation
Despite the tough economy, some people are taking chances on new businesses and women are a vital part of the entrepreneurs.

State's Economy Better, but Still Fragile

Aug 5, 2011 Economist, business specialist say debt-ceiling fight contributed to uncertainty
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
Arizona State Capitol

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

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