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Light Rail: City-rehabbed apartments almost ready for move-in
by Sadie Jo Smokey – Apr. 17, 2011 The Arizona Republic City bought apartments in 2009; buildings renovated Residents may begin moving into five blocks of affordable housing in north-central Phoenix by the end of May. The two-story brick buildings at … Continue reading
Mayor Smith decries ‘parochial’ transit planning
by Gary Nelson – Apr. 14, 2011 The Arizona Republic Mesa Mayor Scott Smith told a room full of Arizona transit experts Monday that the state needs to get over its border problem. No, not that border. He was talking about the … Continue reading
Bicycle, beer festival April 23
by Luci Scott – Apr. 14, 2011 The Arizona Republic The “SanTan Wheelie Jam,” a bicycle and beer festival, is scheduled for April 23 at Steele Indian School Park in Phoenix. WHEN, WHERE Noon to 4 p.m. at the park, Central Avenue … Continue reading
This Arrogant B(utcher) Deserves His Name
By: John Kelly, ASU Intern Upon first glance, one would not expect Cityscape’s newest resident The Arrogant Butcher to tantalize the taste buds with some of the most delicious fare known to man*. But, true to its name, this place … Continue reading
Healthy Choices, Fresh Produce in one easy location
Healthy Choices, Fresh Produce in one easy location By Lynlee Smith This is a must visit whether you’re a local or just passing through the area, The Phoenix Public Market is a great place to pick up fresh locally-sourced produce, … Continue reading
Mesa expected to approve money for new light rail study
by Gary Nelson – Apr. 4, 2011 The Arizona Republic Long before tracks are laid for Mesa’s next leg of light rail, the city is doing early spade work on an additional two miles of the line. The first light-rail extension, … Continue reading
Residential Real Estate 3-Year trends near light rail
Light Rail Corridor Real Estate Trend: .5 miles from the tracks Residential Sales by Property Type: 3-year Trend Average and Median Sales Prices: 3-year Trend by Bryan Watkins, Light Rail Advisors We all know what happened during the past 3-4 … Continue reading
Arizona planners envision new role, routes for light rail
by Sean Holstege – Apr. 15, 2010 The Arizona Republic Planned extensions and routes Regional planners are mapping new light-rail lines in places that were inconceivable a few years ago, as they grapple with how urban Arizona takes shape in the … Continue reading
Light rail would link 79th Ave., I-10 and downtown Phoenix
by David Madrid – Apr. 1, 2011 The Arizona Republic The Southwest Valley is in line for light rail that would move riders to and from downtown Phoenix along Interstate 10 to the 79th Avenue Park-and-Ride. The line is scheduled to open … Continue reading
House Of Tricks
by Lynlee Smith, ASU Student Intern If your looking for a great bite to eat around lunch time head to House of Tricks located on third street a brisk walk from the Mill Avenue Lightrail stop. Named after the owners, … Continue reading