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Certified Local Fall Festival recap
TweetThanks to the thousands of attendees, over 100 vendors, the musicians, the many volunteers, our generous sponsors, and countless hours of work from the staff and board members, we did it! We moved locations, almost doubled in size, and packed … Continue reading
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Tucson memberships
TweetDear Local First Member in Tucson: I’m writing you today to express my appreciation for your continued membership. Together we have grown the Tucson membership to over 350 members and have a newsletter reach of over 1200 just in the … Continue reading
Posted in Tucson & Southern Arizona
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Recent IRS news releases that may affect your small business
TweetIRS Updates & News Releases: IRS Announces 2011 Standard Mileage Rates http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=232017,00.html The 2011 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes have been issued. Beginning on … Continue reading
Posted in Businesses, Financial, In The News
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SCF Arizona economic impact study: official press release
TweetFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Download this press release as a Word document or as a PDF document. Contact: Kimber Lanning Kimber@localfirstaz.com 602-312-4203 Tony Felice 480-5678-6890 tony@tonyfelicepr.com A “Sleeping Giant” for Arizona’s Economy? Local First Arizona economic study finds half-billion dollar annual … Continue reading
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Phoenix Magazine features 130 Local First members
TweetShop Local! The November issue of Phoenix Magazine begins its highlights of 130 Local First Arizona business members. If you missed the article in print, read their story online. Just in time for holiday shopping and don’t forget to buy … Continue reading
LFA Members in 2009 Phoenix New Times Best of
Tweet We have a full list of our members who made the Best of… categories in the New Times. View the list…
Posted in Arizona, Greater Phoenix, In The News
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Bashas supports local Arizona businesses
TweetBashas’ is a proud supporter of these Arizona grown companies: Arizona Canning (Sun Vista Beans) Arizona Farm Bureau Arizona Gunslinger hot sauce Arizona wines/wineries Ash Creek Ranch Bar-S Foods Bashas’ Private Label Beef (from Arizona most of the time) Bill … Continue reading
Posted in Arizona, Economics, Local First Movement
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Slow Food Phoenix Prompts Congress to Serve Kids ‘Real’ School Lunch
Tweet Time for Lunch Eat-In! Monday, September 7, 11am – 2pm Arizona State Fairgrounds – Wesley Bolin Center 1826 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85007 Join Slow Food Phoenix, local politicians, celebrity chefs, parents and children in sending a message … Continue reading
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Local First AZ updated on Google Earth
TweetIf you’re a fan of Google Earth (and Local First), we’ve updated our Google Earth file with our latest and greatest members. View our Google Earth page for more info.
Phoenix Innovation Foundation launches!
TweetWe are excited learn about the Phoenix Innovation Foundation, a non-profit corporation designed to support community events in the arts, technology, and social communities. Read more on their site: Phoenix Innovation Foundation launches! | Phoenix Innovation Foundation.
Posted in Greater Phoenix
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