July 16, 2021

Pandemic-related struggles continue for longtime Nogales boot maker

The future of the family business remains unknown.

Down the street from empty store fronts in the historic district of Morley Avenue in Nogales, David’s Western Wear is still open for business. The family-owned store has sold custom boots since 1980. It managed to stay afloat during the worst of the pandemic, but times are tough, and the store’s future remains uncertain. Lorraine Rivera visited David’s Western Wear and spoke to owner David Moore about how he plans to keep his doors open.

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