Wal-Mart And Arizona: A Love-Hate Relationship?

Wal-Mart appears unstoppable as it opens stores in Arizona, but the chain is causing zoning wars.

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January 24, 2002, 1:00 PM PST

"Fresh off a year of planning and another blockbuster season of holiday selling, Wal-Mart is back flexing its muscles in Arizona. The retailing Goliath is rolling out an ambitious plan for nine Supercenters, the combination Wal-Mart and grocery store that has sparked zoning wars, neighborhood outcry and referendum votes."

Thanks to Tom Collins

FULL STORY: The march of Wal-Mart

Thursday, January 24, 2002 in The Arizona Republic

Community / Economic Development Arizona

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