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Long Lines Expected For Annual UA Rummage Sale

Furniture, bicycles and kitchen appliances are among items donated by students.

Regents: An Arizona Degree Is Worth It, Even With Debt

A report says degree-holders with student debt still take home more than high school grads who don't attend college.

Tucson Economic Update: More Jobs, Housing Activity

However, tariffs and a depreciating peso are cause for concern for the Arizona economy, a UA Eller College economist says.

UA, Banner Get Record $60M Grant in Nationwide Health Study

"All Of Us" research program through the NIH to study the health of 1 million Americans.

Economist: Trump Tariffs Could Cost Jobs in Places Like Arizona

UA professor George Hammond cites potential rise in the cost of targeted materials.

Fourth Avenue Development Stirs Opposition

Retail and apartments would replace Flycatcher bar at Fourth Avenue and Sixth Street.

It May be Cheaper to Buy Than Rent a Dorm Room in Tucson

A real estate company's data show comparable prices for buying versus renting.

UA Lab Keeps Shrimp Industry Swimming Along

Researchers test and certify seafood for commercial farmers.

Survey: Construction Firms in AZ Struggle to Find Skilled Workers

Retiring baby boomers, an emphasis on college, and local economic factors play a role.

Health Care Reforms Could Mean 400K Lose Insurance in Arizona

State-funded insurance losses would be greatest in rural places, possible result would be rural hospital closures.

Episode 131: 'Cats are Out, But will Tucson Benefit from the Final Four?

UA was knocked out of NCAA tournament, but economic impact of 'mega-event' may reach Tucson.

Is Eller MBA Worth the Debt? Ranking Suggests It Is

Return on investment lands University of Arizona business school in 6th place on the list.

Feeding Our Future: Shortening the Line

The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona is trying new strategies to solve the root causes of hunger.

Tucson Optics Industry Brings Good Jobs, Needs Workers

Industry has shrunken in recent years; new companies want it to regain prominence.

Pie Party Celebrates Tucson's Sweet Side

Also on Arizona Spotlight: A wrap on the 2017 State Budget; a doctor from Pakistan makes a difference in Marana; new book details UA role in space exploration.

Who's Recruiting Graduating UA Students? Lots of Companies

Business Report asks recruiters at career fair why they came, whom they want to hire.

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