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June 1st, 2023

Havana Motor Mile Tool Incentive Workforce Program with Pickens Tech 2023

On May 31, 2023, the Havana Business Improvement District awarded six graduates at Pickens Technical Center’s Automotive Technician Program. These 6 graduates were hired to work in shops in the Havana Motor Mile. Pickens 2022-2023 Trae Duggan – Red tool box – Schomp Ford Axel Castaneda- Yellow tool box – Infiniti of Denver Eduardo Soto
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May 23rd, 2023

9NEWS Denver Features On Havana Street – Dumplings and donuts: Local Korean treats available in Aurora

Watch the 9NEWS Feature here: https://www.9news.com/video/news/local/9news-mornings/korean-food-aurora/73-f2744fcd-2039-4f37-bc34-166cabe0028d Seoul Hospitality Group shows off food like Korean Seoul Mandoo dumplings and Mochinut donuts served at four locations at Havana Plaza in Aurora. Author: 9news.com Published: 8:42 AM MDT May 19, 2023 Updated: 8:42 AM MDT May 19, 2023

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May 12th, 2023

Shi Miao Dao – Ten Seconds Rice Noodles with Kin Hang Lau 9NEWS Denver Feature & Interview

Watch the 9NEWS Denver Feature Here. The Havana Business Improvement District – On Havana Street hosted Kin Hang Lau with Shi Miao Dao – Ten Seconds Rice Noodles for a feature with 9NEWS Denver and an interview with news anchor Jordan Chavez and Erica Lopez on Friday, May 12, 2023. We celebrated AANHPI month along
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May 5th, 2023

Eat On Havana Street – 9 places to celebrate National Margarita Day & Cinco de Mayo in Aurora, Colorado

Eat On Havana Street – 9 places to celebrate National Margarita Day & Cinco de Mayo in Colorado Watch the Cinco de Mayo Feature on You Tube Here. Cinco de Mayo is a yearly celebration commemorating Mexico’s victory over the French in 1862. Today, let’s celebrate by supporting the wonderful Mexican restaurants and markets @onhavanastreet !
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May 5th, 2023

El Tequileño Family Mexican Feature on 9NEWS Denver for Cinco de Mayo

Thank you to 9NEWS Denver for featuring one of our Mexican restaurant’s on their LIVE morning show on Cinco de Mayo. Rodrigo Sanchez, owner of El Tequileño Family Mexican Restaurant, joined the Havana Business Improvement District’s Executive Director, Chance Horiuchi, for an early morning Cinco de Mayo feature on 9NEWS Denver with news anchors Corey
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May 4th, 2023

On Havana Street Interview & Feature on 9NEWS Denver Morning Show with News Anchor Jordan Chavez

The Havana Business Improvement District – On Havana Street did a live feature with 9NEWS Denver on May 4, 2023 to share a little about our special district along South Havana Street, promote the $575 EAT On Havana Street giveaway and the upcoming global summers markets with Bonfire Event Co. Thank you so much to
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April 17th, 2023

Yelp CO Elite Event On Havana Street – Passport to Korea Town Aurora at M Mart to Celebrate 40 Years

Check out the video made by SimplyHao: https://youtu.be/Nd9zbaJ_064 Thank you to Yelp Colorado, Bonfire Event Co., Yelp Elites and On Havana Street Small Businesses! What a success @yelpcolorado‘s Passport to Koreatown at M Mart event was last month in partnership with @onhavanastreet! M Mart is the only Korean independently owned international grocery market in Colorado.
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April 5th, 2023

Yelp’s 2nd Annual Scavenger Hunt at Heirlooms Antique Mall

  Check out the Yelp Elite Event Reviews Here: https://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-2nd-annual-scavenger-hunt-at-heirlooms-antique-mall-aurora We had so much fun last year we decided to bring it back for the second year in a row! It’s Small Business Month On Havana Street. What better way to get to know local business owners than by throwing a sampling scavenger hunt gone
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April 4th, 2023

NEW Schomp Mazda Dealership – Coming 2024!

    Schomp Mazda broke ground on their brand-new facility! We’re so excited to get started on this project, and can’t wait to move into our new home next year. 🚘🏁 Website​​​​​​​ SALES: 720-617-7747 SERVICE: 720-617-7747 Location During Construction: 505 SOUTH HAVANA ST, DENVER, CO 80012

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March 27th, 2023

Yelp’s Passport to Koreatown at M Mart – 3/22/2023

Food & Drink, Official Yelp Events Check out Yelp Colorado’s Event Page for the 3/22/2023 Event Here: https://www.yelp.com/events/aurora-yelps-passport-to-koreatown-at-m-mart Check out Yelp Colorado’s Event Review Page for the Special Event on 3/22/2023 Here: https://www.yelp.com/biz/yelps-passport-to-koreatown-at-m-mart-aurora Check out M Mart’s Yelp Page Here: https://www.yelp.com/biz/m-mart-aurora M Mart 37 reviews 2000 South Havana St Aurora, CO 80012 Phone number(303) 695-4803 From: Wednesday,
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February 13th, 2023

100+ Business Leaders Gathered for Chamber Day at the Capitol & the Kick-off of Leadership Colorado

Blog Colorado Capitol Report In the News WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING “…the Colorado Chamber is recognized as arguably the strongest player in negotiating compromises and killing bills viewed as destructive to private-sector employers.” ED SEALOVER Denver Business Journal COLORADO CAPITOL REPORT Published: February 9, 2023 More than 100 business leaders from across Colorado gathered in downtown
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January 25th, 2023

2023 Photos from the Happy New Year Networking at Mariscos El Rey Dos

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January 1st, 2023

Overview of 2022’s On Havana Street’s Activities and Events

Overview of 2022’s activities and events: January 17, 2022 – January 21, 2021, 12-8p, YELP Elites Only – due to limited capacity & in-person event was canceled, but Dining Times were scheduled for 60 Yelp Elites during Elite Week, Yelp CO Elites at Angry Chicken – Invite Only January 10, 2022 – March 5, 2022,
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October 30th, 2022

2022 On Havana Street Halloween Contest Winners

Thank you all for joining On Havana Street for the 2022 Trick or Treat at the Gardens on Havana & Halloween Costume Contest at Rocket Fizz Aurora On Havana Street sponsored and supported Rocket Fizz Aurora’s Halloween Costume Contest and the Trick or Treat at the Gardens on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 11-1pm. On
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October 20th, 2022

Free Halloween Happenings in Aurora

Check out Aurora TV’s feature of destination events and free happenings in Aurora the week of Halloween 2022. We encourage the community to enjoy the free Halloween and Fall events this week. Watch the Aurora TV feature here: There Are All Kinds of Free Halloween Happenings in Aurora Join us for a Trick or Treat
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October 20th, 2022

Aurora TV featured the 2022-2024 Art 2C On Havana Street Public Art Program

Check Out the Newest Art2C Sculptures On Havana Street Check Out the You Tube Video of the Art2C On Havana Street by Simpy Hao 2022 ART 2C ON HAVANA STREET featured in the Aurora Creates Nov – Dec Edition Online Thank you to the Aurora TV team for featuring our newest public art program. Please
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September 9th, 2022

9/24/2022 Havana Street Global Market Promotion with Estrella Media in Spanish

  Saturday, September 24, 2022  10-2pm  FREE EVENT Havana Street Global Market – On Havana Street – Free Event 9/24/2022 Presented by Bonfire Event Co. Learn More at https://bonfireeventco.com/market/havana-street-global-market/ About Bonfire Event Co.   Time 10am – 2pm Date Saturday September 24, 2022   Location Havana Exchange Shopping Center – 2802 S. Havana St. Aurora, Colorado 80014 Description The
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July 29th, 2022

Havana Business Improvement District holding outdoor market Saturday

URORA SENTINEL ARTICLE HERE By CARINA JULIG, Sentinel Staff Writer  – July 29, 2022 AURORA | The city’s most diverse corridor invites Aurorans to a global marketplace this weekend as part of a series of summer events in the district. The Havana Business Improvement District is hosting the market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
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July 20th, 2022

NEW Events On Havana Street This Summer at the Havana Street Global Market

Thank you Aurora from the entire Bonfire team to everyone who came out yesterday to the first Havana Street Global Market It was a beautiful summer day full of smiling faces, delicious food, cold drinks, frozen treats, and so much more! Shoppers supported local businesses selling African baskets and fashion, handmade Mexican crafts and jewelry,
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June 27th, 2022

On Havana Street at Buckley Space Force’s 2022 Patriot Fest at Hangar 909

Thank you for supporting On Havana Street at the Buckley Space Force Patriot Fest 2022. We were proud sponsors and supporters of their country music concert for the military and veteran community on base.  This LIVE CONCERT was hosted at Hangar 909, on June 25th, at 6:30pm, featuring The Band Perry, plus, John Michael Montgomery and Lindsay Ell. The
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June 27th, 2022

2022 City of Aurora Fireworks Sales & Monitoring Fire Ban Conditions

The process in the city of Aurora for allowing fireworks sales and monitoring fire ban conditions is as follows: Section 66-34 of the municipal code allows for certain types of fireworks to be used in our city from June 15 through July 4 each year, depending on the status of fire restrictions Aurora Fire Rescue uses
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June 13th, 2022

Governor Polis visits with Asian businesses during Heritage Month to discuss funding and resource needs

05 2022 Polis_Visits article PDF Asian Avenue Magazine June 2022    

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June 3rd, 2022

Third Generation Led Family Automobile Business to Announce Major Changes at Ed Bozarth Chevrolet Aurora

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Madeleine Bendalin [email protected] 469-371-5442 or Wendy Aiello Novitas Aiello Communications 303-619-5162 Third Generation Led Family Automobile Business to Announce Major Changes at Ed Bozarth Chevrolet Aurora Aurora, Colo. (June 3, 2022) – The Denver-based Bozarth family, well known for being pioneers in the automobile industry, has served car buyers for
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May 31st, 2022

NEW Global Market Coming to Aurora On Havana Street

Havana Street Global Market Time 10am – 2pm Date July 16th & 30th August 13th & 27th September 10th & 24th Location Havana Exchange Shopping Center – 2802 S. Havana St. Aurora, Colorado 80014 Description The Havana Street Global Market is the most unique outdoor market to debut in 2022. This event will highlight and celebrate cultural diversity through
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May 31st, 2022

2022 City of Aurora Special Events Announcement

2022 City of Aurora Special Events The City of Aurora’s special events are back in full force for 2022. They are bringing back favorites such as the 4th of July Spectacular, Global Fest and Park Lights & Movie Nights. In addition, we are excited to present our newest community celebration – Fall Into Fun. Own a business? Vendor applications are
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May 21st, 2022

Networking Event with Realtors – On Havana Street Event Photos

      Thank you to the AREAA for supporting On Havana Street, Hannah Cho at Shin Myung Gwan and choosing to host your event in our special district during AAPI Heritage Month. Presentations by Chance Horiuchi – Havana Business Improvement District and Becky Hogan – ASCI – Korea Town Aurora    

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May 19th, 2022

Governor Polis, Lt. Gov Primavera & Rep. Iman Jodeh Visit On Havana Street

Governor Polis, Lt. Gov Primavera & Rep. Iman Jodeh visited On Havana Street on May 18, 2022 and hosted a business round table at Tous les Jour at 2892 S Havana Street. Many businesses and community partners were able to attend, network and share updates and challenges with the Governor. The Havana Business Improvement District
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May 1st, 2022

Thank you to the Havana BID Business Stakeholders for Supporting the 2022 Rock It Sock It

Sock Drive Kits = 1,217. Estimated pairs of socks = 3,650 A Sincere thank you to all the businesses, organizations and volunteers that continue to support this important event, including the Havana Business Improvement District and the Aurora Chamber of Commerce. Providing clean, new socks help those in need get one-step closer to health care.
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April 3rd, 2022

Winners of the Small Business Month Giveaway

Congratulations to the 4 Lucky Winners of the Small Business Month On Havana Street Giveaway The lucky winners were: Instagram: Chris L. Instagram: Allison R.  Facebook: Tina H.  Website Entry Form: Emily E. (photo not available) Check out the website or on @OnHavanaStreet social media on Facebook or Instagram.  On Havana Street has purchased gift cards from small
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April 2nd, 2022

Boba & Business Networking at Sharetea

Businesses On Havana Street – Thank you for joining us for the Boba & Business Networking Event & the Celebration of Small Businesses Tuesday, March 29, 2022  2-4:30pm at Sharetea  The Havana Business Improvement District – On Havana Street hosted an intimate social and meet up to celebrate supporting Small Businesses On Havana Street businesses. This
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March 28th, 2022

Chick-fil-A Gardens on Havana app breakfast giveaway – Every Monday in April 2022 

Every Monday in April Chick Fil A at the Gardens on Havana will be sending out one free breakfast item of our choosing in the Chick-fil-A app. Every customer that downloads the app  will have 6 days to redeem your free breakfast item before the offer expires and the next item is sent out. Free
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March 17th, 2022

Elite Experience: National Mom & Pop Month On Havana Street

Check out the feedback from the Yelp Colorado event with On Havana Street on March 16, 2022 at Heirlooms Antique Mall here. https://www.yelp.com/biz/elite-experience-national-mom-and-pop-month-on-havana-street-aurora Yelp Events See Yelp Elite Photos Location & Hours 1947 S Havana St Aurora, CO 80014 Get directions Mon Closed Tue Closed Wed 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM Thu Closed Closed now
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March 9th, 2022

2022 Rock it Sock it collected over 3650 socks!

The 2022 Rock It Sock It – Sock Drive from January 10, 2022 – March 5, 2022 was a success. Over 11 BID business participated, 1217 Sock Drive Kits were created with over 3650 socks collected in total.  What is Rock It? Providing clean, new socks and more to those in need. The Havana Business
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March 9th, 2022

2022 International Women’s Day On Havana Street

March 8, 2022 is International Women’s Day. To celebrate On Havana Street shared posts on their Instagram feed and stories honoring the many women-owned and women-led businesses and organizations in our diverse District.  International Women’s Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women.
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February 25th, 2022

On Havana Street Businesses Engage with Local Government & Community Partners

Networking #OnHavanaStreet is back! On Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 10am-11:30am at the newest addition to the District, Tous Les Jours at 2892 S Havana Street the Havana BID hosted a networking event for BID stakeholders. Thank you so much to so many On Havana Street supporters that came out to support today’s business engagement event with
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January 28th, 2022

Several Aurora businesses honored by African Chamber of Commerce Colorad

By CARINA JULIG, Staff Writer See the Aurora Sentinel Full Article Here AURORA | Ten Aurora businesses will be recognized Friday evening at the African Chamber of Commerce Colorado’s first business awards and recognition reception. The chamber is recognizing 20 businesses in five categories, half of which are based in Aurora. In the non-profit category, Aurora-based
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December 30th, 2021

48 Winners from the 2021 12 Days of Reindeer Games with Buckley Space Force

On Havana Street partnered with Buckley Space Force & the 460th Force Support Squadron for a holiday campaign featuring On Havana Street businesses, shopping centers, restaurants, retail, our Art 2C public art and the Havana Motor Mile. We celebrated 12 Days of Reindeer Games and BIG Giveaways each day with gift cards to our On
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December 1st, 2021

On Havana Street, 14th Anniversary Annual Meeting Successfully Concluded 온하바나스트리트, 14주년 기념 연례회의 성황리에 마무리

Home  news  On Havana Street, 14th Anniversary Annual Meeting Successfully Concluded View Full Article Here: news Colorado News On Havana Street, 14th Anniversary Annual Meeting Successfully Concluded By Reporter Jo Ye-won 2021-11-26 Article Translated from Korean to English On Wednesday, the 17th, in celebration of the 14th anniversary of On Havana Street, Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman, city councilors,
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November 17th, 2021

2021 Annual Stakeholder Meeting at The Stampede

11 17 2021 Annual Meeting AGENDA 2021 Update On Havana Street Presentation – ANNUAL MEETING 2022 Havana BID Operational Plan and Budget + 2021 Annual Report 2022 prelim BUDGET MESSAGE for the City of Aurora Havana BID Roster 2021 DRAFT 10 21 2021 Minutes BID BOD Meeting    

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November 1st, 2021

2021 Halloween Costume Contest Winners

Thank you all for participating in the 2021 Halloween Costume Contest On Havana Street at Rocket Fizz Aurora. See the winners for each category below. First Place Winners for the Group, Adult, Child & Pet Costume Categories will receive a $50 Gift Card from an On Havana Street business. Second Place Winners for the Group,
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October 29th, 2021

Thank you for attending the 1st Stakeholder Halloween Networking Event at Piramides!

Thank you to our stakeholders for attending the networking event at Piramides. We hosted a Halloween Costume Contest, drinks, appetizers and a raffle to gift cards to On Havana Street businesses, a Halloween themed flower arrangement from Lucy’s Flowers & Designs and an assortment of Middle Eastern breads from Sara’s Bakery. Businesses in attendance included:
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September 29th, 2021

Thank you for attending the 2021 Dotsero Concert On Havana Street!

On Havana Street hosted the Last Days of Summer Concert at The Stampede on September 28, 2021. This was a free concert along the corridor and we missed seeing our community at in-person events. All ages were welcomed to the family friendly concert. Thank you all for attending the concert from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30
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September 1st, 2021

1st Aurora Korea Town Development Sponsored Golf Tournament completed

ByReporter Jo Ye-won 2021-09-01 Colorado Times Google Translated to English The ‘1st Aurora Korea Town Development Sponsorship Golf Tournament’, held jointly by the city of Aurora and the Korean community, came to an end with the volunteer spirit of many people and the support of golf enthusiasts. This tournament, which has gathered many Koreans working
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September 1st, 2021

The 1st KoreaTown Aurora Golf Tournament Gathers Community Together

https://www.coloradotimesnews.com/the-1st-koreatown-aurora-golf-tournament-gathers-community-together/ ByRachel Y cho 2021-09-02 Colorado Times Google Translated to English The city of Aurora and the Korean community leaders gathered together to host the very 1st KoreaTown Aurora Golf Tournament. (Photo by Rachel Cho) “We welcome everyone to the 1st annual KoreaTown Aurora Golf Tournament!” Last Thursday on August 26th, the 1st Aurora KoreaTown Charity Golf
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August 25th, 2021

Governor Polis Visits On Havana Street, Korea Town and Aurora Businesses

Governor Polis On the Road Newsletter – Visit Governor Polis’ Website Here There are amazing things going on all over our state, and I’m honored to be able to celebrate and support what makes Colorado special. As I hear from people all over the state, I am inspired by the positive spirit and optimism of
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August 12th, 2021

ARMS RACE: Mobile clinics work to vaccinate hard-to-reach communities along the Colfax corridor

By Markian Hawryluk, Kaiser Health News Aurora Sentinel August 12, 2021 Trae Dickerson shows off his band-aid after getting his COVID-19 vaccine booster shot, Aug. 10, at the Mobile COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic, which was set up in the parking lot of Mariscos El Rey. Photo by PHILIP B. POSTON/Sentinel Colorado John Letson had seen too many
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August 5th, 2021

Artist Soo-Hyun Jo communicates with audiences in solo exhibition ‘Numinous’

ByReporter Jo Ye-won 2021-08-05 Colorado Times Google Translated to English Artist Su Kaiden Cho in progress performing performance art in his solo exhibition ‘Luminous’ (Photo provided by artist Suhyeon Cho) Artist Su Kaiden Cho, who is also famous for the installation art ‘Infinitum’ installed at the front door of M Mart (President Lee Ju-bong), a Korean grocery
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July 26th, 2021

CELEBRANDO A ALA MUJER 2021 El Stampede De Aurora

Event by Viva Colorado & Latin Fashion Week Colorado  El Stampede De Aurora ¡Estás invitado! un evento gratuito para Celebrar a la Mujer (Women’s Awards 2021) Un evento en agradecimiento por apoyar los 25 años de carrera de Norberto Mojardin (Beto) fundador de Latin Fashion Week Colorado, Día de los Muertos y de Viva Colorado. Te invitamos
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July 22nd, 2021

Ross Dress for Less to Open a New Store in Aurora, Colorado

PUBLISHED and Original Post Here Nasdaq.com JUN 18, 2021 8:30AM EDT Dublin, California, June 18, 2021 – Ross Dress for Less® (“Ross”) will open a new store in Aurora on July 17, 2021.  The 23,500 square foot store is located in The Gardens on Havana shopping center, southeast corner of South Havana Street and East Mississippi Avenue.  With this new opening, Ross will operate 35 stores in Colorado and
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July 19th, 2021

Schomp Subaru Community Care Kits

Kit Assembly Day The Schomp Subaru Volunteer Team stuffed 1,200 convenient, water-resistant waist packs with crew socks, sunscreen, lip balm, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, a toothbrush, toothpaste, a comb, lotion, and sanitary wipes at the Schomp Subaru North Showroom on Monday, June 21. Then on Monday, June 28, we distributed the packs to the centers in
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