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Design for the retail section of the MSA Annex.

Developer Breaking Ground for Mercado San Agustin Annex

Apr 7, 2017 The locally owned businesses will be housed in the west-side annex in repurposed shipping containers.
Art is prevalent in the community of Oracle where dozens of artists live and work.

Art Tour Celebrates Silver Anniversary in Oracle

Apr 7, 2017 Event, in its 25th year, showcases artists and contributes to the local economy.
A new home being built on Tucson's Northwest side.

Homebuilders Worry Labor Shortage May Slow Construction

Apr 6, 2017 Low inventory on the resale market causing high demand for new homes, homebuilders work to meet demand.
The 1938 bus was restored by a team of volunteers and others from Old Pueblo Trolley, Inc.

Historic Bus to Return to Bisbee for First Time Since '50s

Apr 6, 2017 24-passenger bus was a standard feature in the community in the last century.
Za'atar bakes a variety of Mediterranean-styled bread, including date- and cheese-stuffed breads, on site.

Trio of Midtown Markets Serve Up Goods and Foods With International Flair

Apr 5, 2017 Variety attracts customers from around the world.

Around the World in 80 Steps

Apr 3, 2017 Also on Arizona Spotlight: TUSD appoints interim superintendent; coping in the classroom; and using kitten care as therapy for memory loss.
The Port of Guaymas can handle ships carrying up to 125,000 tons of cargo.

Episode 309: Business in Sonora - Guaymas 'Port of Ports'

Mar 31, 2017 Exports, such as copper, and imports, such as oil, heighten port's importance in 'megaregion.'
A Final Four advertisement in the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.

Episode 131: 'Cats are Out, But will Tucson Benefit from the Final Four?

Mar 31, 2017 UA was knocked out of NCAA tournament, but economic impact of 'mega-event' may reach Tucson.
A view of Tucson from Tumamoc Hill.

Tucson Can Keep Tax Incentive for Downtown Redevelopment

Mar 30, 2017 Legislature proposed changes, but city's key tool to encourage development intact.
Work is underway on the double fence east of the Naco, Ariz., port of entry, Feb. 23, 2017.

Feds Postpone Deadline for Bids to Build Border Wall

Mar 30, 2017 'Where's the money?' contractors ask as government delays until April 4.
The Navajo Generating Station.

State Mining, Energy Industries: Little Effect in Clean Energy Rollback

Mar 29, 2017 Coal plays small role in the industries in Arizona; 22% of electricity generated from it.
Workers at the Leoni factory in Hermosillo, Mexico.

Episode 308: Special Report - Business in Sonora

Mar 24, 2017 Connection with Arizona is multilayered, comprising jobs, trade, culture.
Agriculture transport trucks.

Arizona and Sonora Depend on One Another, Mexican Business Group Head Says

Mar 24, 2017 Uncertainty and other factors affecting trade between the two states.

CEO of Tucson Metro Chamber Announces Retirement

Mar 23, 2017 He will step down after nearly six years heading 1,500-member organization.
Newspaper classified listings.

Arizona Unemployment Rate Nudges Up in February

Mar 23, 2017 More people enter labor market, driving joblessness from 5.0% to 5.1%, state report shows.
Cemex cement trucks.

Mexican-Owned Cemex Says It Has Not Bid For Border Wall Construction

Mar 23, 2017 An analyst said Cemex is in a difficult position in terms of its relationship with clients at home and abroad.

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