For about eight years, Jim Conroy served as the Director of Marana’s Parks and Recreation, and he left his mark on two signature projects. One was the extension of the pedestrian and bike loop from Avra Valley Road to the Gladden Farm’s Neighborhood. The second major thing was the opening of the Marana Aquatic and Recreation Center. Plus, he oversaw the development and design of many Marana Parks!
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Michael Rosso, with Architekton and lead Architect for the MARC dicusses some details on the design.
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A combination Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins is now open in Marana off Sandario Road. Gerry Wilson is a partner with the franchise along with Roy Patel.
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Max Ivankovich, Director of Market Development & Planning, for Wyyerd Fiber based in Southern Arizona in the Marana and the greater Tucson area.
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It’s a beautiful new stretch of road running two lanes each way from Twin Peaks at Silverbell through Rattlesnake Pass. It will add safety and efficiency for those traveling through the pass, particularly those living in the Saguaro Bloom Neighborhood.
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The art project was a collaboration between the Marana High School Welding Program, the Town of Marana, and the Pima Association of Governments. The project was led by Tucson Sculptor Trevor O’Tool.
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Manny Fregoso is the program manager for the Marana Facility on the NW corner of Ina and Silverbell. The facility will employ upwards of 90 people.
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David Anway is the fourth generation of the Anway Family who first entered the Marana area in 1919. Listen to his pioneering story!
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Nancy Wright is the President of Rescue Me Tucson. They are in the Outlet Mall in Marana. They work with many other rescue groups in Arizona to rescue dogs and cats who need homes. They also provide information about the problems with puppy mills.
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