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The Sun City Launchpad: How Fort Bliss Veterans Are Driving El Paso’s Economy
Military retiree image created by Gemini The defense industrial base in El Paso relies heavily on the steady transition of military personnel from Fort Bliss into defense contracting. Based on available estimates, El Paso is home to a veteran population of approximately 40,000 to 55,000 people, a significant portion of whom are military retirees who chose to stay in the Sun City after their service ended. Transitioning from active duty to government contracting is a common pa
Tom Handy
2 days ago2 min read


What to Expect at Umami Revolving Sushi on Mesa Street in El Paso
It is not every day you find a restaurant in El Paso that changes how you look at dinner, but my family found one just a few weeks ago. We needed a place to celebrate my son’s birthday, and since he and my daughter are huge sushi eaters, we finally decided to check out Unami Revolving Sushi on 6540 N. Mesa Street. I had heard some talk about the place since it opened, but we had never tried it. If you want a unique dining experience right here in the Sun City, this place is w
Tom Handy
Jul 92 min read


MEET TOM HANDY
Cultured Cities Magazine is proud to introduce its new Editor, Tom Handy—a seasoned writer, investor, and leader whose diverse background brings a fresh and meaningful perspective to the publication. With a career rooted in discipline, storytelling, and strategic thinking, Tom steps into this role with a clear vision: to elevate the magazine through impactful narratives while supporting the growth of the communities and businesses it represents.
Whitney Billings-Bustillos
Mar 292 min read
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