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  • Tucson Zoo Saves 600,000 Gallons of Water Through Green Business Certification Program January 15, 2025
    The Reid Park Zoo in Tucson doesn’t have a typical water bill, in that the city covers that expense for the nonprofit organization. But, as a conservation-focused organization, zoo leadership still wanted to draw down its water usage even if most of the water it uses is reclaimed.
    Lori Cothrun
  • Welcome Our New and Renewing Business Coalition Members January 7, 2025
    We’re excited to kick off January 2025 by celebrating the newest members of the Business Coalition! These inspiring businesses exemplify the spirit of localism, contributing innovative ideas, meaningful services, and a strong commitment to their communities. Together, they’re helping to create a more connected, equitable, and resilient Arizona. Meet them and discover how they’re making […]
    Lori Cothrun
  • USDA Southwest Regional Food Business Center Makes Grants Up To $100,000 Available for Arizona Farms and Food Businesses January 6, 2025
    PHOENIX (Jan. 6, 2025) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture and its Southwest Regional Food Business Center announce the launch of the Business Builder Award Program to build the capacity of small and mid-sized farms and food businesses. Today the Center will begin accepting applications in Arizona for grants up to $100,000.
    Lori Cothrun
  • Made in Tucson Market: A Celebration of Creativity and Community December 17, 2024
    Nestled in the heart of Tucson’s Historic Fourth Avenue district, the Made in Tucson Market isn’t just a shopping event — it's a big, buzzing celebration of local creativity, full of energy and good vibes.Organized by the Historic Fourth Avenue Coalition, this biannual market has grown into a beloved event where artists and makers show […]
    Lori Cothrun
  • Local First Arizona’s Last Minute Holiday Shopper’s Guide December 17, 2024
    ‘Twas the week before Christmas, and all through the town,Procrastinators panicked, all wearing a frown.The stockings hung empty, no gifts in their place,Perhaps the big retailers could fix this disgrace.But box stores were a madhouse — nothing unique,This last minute gift search was seeming quite bleak.When what to our red, watery eyes should appear,But a […]
    Kat Meyer