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10 Ideas for DIY Backyard Design

Your back yard is an extension of your home, so it is important to add value and luxury to this space. Here are ten ideas that homeowners can do on their own to take a back yard from an empty expense to an enjoyable outdoor living space.

Miraval Resort & Spa

Miraval Resort & Spa is an award-winning spa and world class wellness retreat destination – and it’s only minutes up the road! A stay at Miraval Resort offers the most exclusive getaway one can imagine—a journey unique to everyone who visits. Set at the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains north of Tucson and...

Aranda Air

Hi. My name is Efrain Aranda, I am the owner of Aranda Air and this is a little about why I wanted to start my own company and service the Oro Valley.

I have been in heating and cooling for over ten years and in the last five years I have seen the industry go from customer service to customer acquisition……meaning “let’s...

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About the Oro Valley Community
Are you contemplating a move to Oro Valley, Arizona? If so, then you should have some important information about the community in general. You...
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Finding Things to Do in Oro Valley, AZ
If you will be visiting the beautiful city of Oro Valley, you will certainly need to find things to do to occupy your time while in the city. ...
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There's several options for Hotels when visiting Oro Valley
Visitors to the city of Oro Valley will find a wide range of different hotels from which to choose. You will discover that the area is home to...
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Oro Valley Restaurants and Dining Options
Will you be venturing to Oro Valley in Arizona? If so, then you are in for an excellent time. This town is home to numerous options for enjoyment...
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Great home buys in the Oro Valley
Are you planning to relocate to Oro Valley, AZ? If so, then you will certainly need to know a bit more about real estate in the area. What is the...
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Shopping Options in Oro Valley
What is there to do in Oro Valley? Well, you can certainly explore the surrounding area. You can enjoy the observatory, or visit one of the...
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2 days--1/29 and 2/5. Ed. Ctr. 1--One aspect of the mission of Tohono Chul Park is to model living with the desert; one means of fulfilling that...
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Davis Solar Energy Systems

Solar energy is becoming increasingly popular amongst residents in areas all around the world. You would be surprised to see how many people are making the switch from traditional energy methods to Davis solar energy systems. And, they are making the switch with very good reason. The cost of energy seems to continuously increase and it can cost you a fortune to heat and cool your home...

Outpatient Care in Physical Therapy

Doctors often recommended physical therapy as outpatient care for those who have undergone orthopedic surgery. While both surgery and therapy have the intention towards a healthy musculoskeletal system, therapy often arrives at this end by different means. A physical therapist often occupies the role of offering the patient long term care that can be applied well after surgery is complete....

Finding a New Ophthalmologist if You Move

Relocating to a brand new city or town can be scary. It can be extremely stressful to leave everything that you are familiar with behind and set out into the unknown. Between the packing, the unpacking, and trying to adjust to your new life, you probably will not have time for anything else. But even though you have enough on your plate already, you also need to try and find a new Scottsdale...

All About Oro Valley

If you will be visiting the area of Oro Valley, AZ, then you will certainly need some information before you head out. For those traveling to the area with relocation in mind, some specific information about the community in general can help you gain a better perspective of your soon-to-be home. What does Oro Valley, Arizona have to offer you?

The area was first incorporated in 1974, but the town was founded in 1881. The main Oro Valley jobs lie with the government sector. However, a number of people also find work in the transportation industry, with Oro Valley utility companies and with the education sector. Manufacturing is also a strong point for the area with companies like Honeywell and Securaplane in the town.

If you will be visiting for a vacation, then you will find a number of Oro Valley hotels on offer. The Sheraton El Conquistador is the area’s famed four-diamond resort, though there are many other hotels and motels from which to choose. You will also find a wide range of Oro Valley restaurants in which to dine. In fact, you will find a considerable mixture of both national chains and local favorites, catering to any taste or culinary pleasure that you might have.

Oro Valley, AZ is also home to a number of scenic areas, ideal for relaxation and enjoyment. You can visit Catalina State Park, to the east of town. You can also visit Mount Lemmon, the most southerly ski area in the US. Picacho Peak State Park, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Old Tucson Studios and the Saguaro National Monuments East and West are also huge draws for the area. Finally, Biosphere 2 is also located conveniently near the town for visitors who want to enjoy experiencing a model of earth’s ecosystem.

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Visiting the Many Oro Valley Parks on Offer

Stunning views of the surrounding mountains and foothills can be found everywhere around Oro Valley.  The town offers some of the most scenic views imaginable.  Of course, the area is ripe for outdoor enjoyment year round, thanks to the mild climate in the area.  Thankfully, you have access to quite a few excellent parks during a stay in town. You will find Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park on off...

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Two Must See Events in Oro Valley

The town of Oro Valley is known for stunning scenic vistas, for a wide range of museums and historical sites, as well as for a blossoming economy.  However, the town is also home to a wide range of...

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The Top Attractions around Oro Valley

If you are coming to visit Oro Valley, then you are in for a wealth of exciting possibilities.  The area surrounding the town is chock full of attractions that can pique your interest and give you...

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2144 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018
Arizona Outdoor Fun offers the only 'Show up and Ride' in the Tonto National Forest starting from the closest trail head to the Phoenix area, trail...
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779 W Flagstick Dr, Oro Valley, AZ 85755
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6021 N Oracle Rd Ste 111, Tucson, AZ 85704
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Oro Valley Daily News
Marana arrest two for threats against school
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 5:10PM
Marana police arrested two men on suspicion of making threats against Marana High School.
Giffords to start rehab; condition improves
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 1:03PM
Less than three weeks after a gunman shot Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords in the head, doctors upgraded the lawmaker?s condition to ?good?...
State has cut funds for mental health
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
The Arizona Legislature approved a budget earlier this year that included significant cuts to adult mental health services and restricted...
Marana candidate forum on for Wed.
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
The second of three forums for candidates running in Marana?s mayoral race and for two seats on the Marana Town Council is scheduled for Wednesday,...
It's number one
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
?It makes me feel safe.? With those words, 7-year-old Sadie Holm echoed what most area residents were thinking Jan. 8 as they walked through...
Council postpones vote
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
The Oro Valley Town Council postponed on Wednesday a decision on the proposed environmentally sensitive land ordinance that has been under...
Council extends sign program
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
Local businesses will have a few more months to take advantage of looser standards for temporary signs.
'Mutt Strut' set for Jan. 30
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
Pinal County is looking for a pooch that has what it takes to ?bow-wow? a crowd.
When disaster strikes, volunteers are ready
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
Suggestions and ideas gathered at the kickoff workshop on emergency preparedness Saturday, Jan. 22, had participants brainstorming to coordinate...
In the media storm
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
Following the Jan. 8 shooting tragedy in Tucson, a wave of media from around the world flooded the streets, parking lots and hotels on the...
Marana Chamber talks education
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
Doug Wilson, superintendent of the Marana Unified School District, was one of five guest speakers at a luncheon hosted last Thursday by the Marana...
OV commissioner, active resident passes
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
Oro Valley is mourning the loss of a well-known resident.
Volunteers needed for Beat Back Buffelgrass Day event
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
Help preserve the Sonoran Desert while enjoying Tucson?s sunny weather by participating in Beat Back Buffelgress Day Feb. 5. Hundreds of volunteers...
Meeting expectations
Source: Explore News | Jan 26th, 2011 3:07AM
President Obama has asked Americans to do everything they can ?to made sure this country lives up to our children?s expectations.?
Giffords' husband speaks to local media
Source: Explore News | Jan 19th, 2011 7:04PM
Jan. 19, 2011: The husband of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords said Tuesday that his wife would recover and stay in office.
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