For several years, as our nation struggled through a downturned economy, the Town of Oro Valley also experienced a sharp decrease in development activity. Although we are still on the mend, a quick look back to fiscal year 2011-12 shows that development is on the rise, and there are some very exciting projects in the pipeline.

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As 2011 winds down to an end, activities are cranked up to their fullest. The holidays are here, and with them comes a wealth of concerts, classes, plays and other events, most aimed at bringing smiles to people of all ages.

If you were in a vehicle that crashed, would you know the best way to escape?

The Town of Oro Valley is hosting National Night Out tonight from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Steam Pump Village Shopping Center on North Oracle Road, at North First Avenue.

On Sept. 1, Arizona launched a tax recovery program that is running through Oct. 1. The legislature included the proposal in the budget bill that was passed and signed by Governor Brewer on April 6.

Oro Valley business expo to showcase local vendors, restaurants

Men wearing orange jumpsuits, bearing the words “Arizona Department of Corrections” may soon be seen in Oro Valley working on landscaping and other unfinished projects.

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Children are invited to create a work of art that represents their perspective on safe practices related to crime and drugs in conjunction with Oro Valley's National Night Out event.

Applicants sought for OV P&Z spot

The Oro Valley Town Council got back to work last Wednesday night, following a month-long break.

More than 40 local businesses have already committed to participate in the inaugural Oro Valley Business Fair and Expo Oct. 29. Now, organizers are expanding their event to include A Taste of Oro Valley.

The Oro Valley Business Club plans to showcase about 150 local vendors to more than 5,000 people at its inaugural Oro Valley Business Fair and Expo Oct. 29 at the Steam Pump Village, 11000 N. Oracle Road.

AAA Insurance: Fireworks spark safety concerns

OVBC to host ‘picnic' meeting on July 7

Area residents are invited to take another step toward a healthier lifestyle by attending the 2011 Healthiest Town in America spring event and 5K fun walk/run. More than 50 vendors are expected at the free healthy expo scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, at the BASIS Charter School, 11155 N. Oracle Road, in Steam Pump Village. Oro Valley Mayor Satish Hiremath will open the health expo at 9 a.m.

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