Oro Valley OKs $151M budget with flat spending, staff raises
Oro Valley approved a $151 million budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, holding operational spending flat while investing in capital projects and employee raises.
McKenna Loren Manzo
McKenna Manzo is a journalism major at the University of Arizona interning with Tucson Spotlight.
TUSD busca aprobación de votantes para financiar $45 millones escolares
TUSD aprobó una propuesta de aumento presupuestario para aumentar el salario de los maestros, ampliar los servicios estudiantiles y fortalecer los programas académicos, pendiente de la aprobación de los votantes en noviembre.
TUSD seeks voter OK for $45M in school funding
Tucson Unified School District has approved a $45 million budget override proposal—the first in 30 years—to boost teacher pay, expand student services and strengthen academic programs, pending voter approval in November.
Engines roar and futures ignite at Baja SAE competition in Marana
The Baja SAE competition in Marana brought together 68 university teams to showcase their engineering skills and off-road vehicle prototypes, offering students hands-on experience while fostering community and collaboration.
Oro Valley eyes $264M in infrastructure upgrades as budget talks continue
Oro Valley is planning to invest $264 million over the next decade to upgrade infrastructure, with $45.6 million proposed for the upcoming fiscal year focusing on water, roads, parks, and public safety.
El legado de una madre vive a través de Angel Heart Pajama Project
El Angel Heart Pajama Project proporciona pijamas y libros nuevos a niños necesitados del sur de Arizona, continuando el legado compasivo de su fundadora, Graciela López.
Mother’s legacy lives on through Angel Heart Pajama Project
Angel Heart Pajama Project provides new pajamas and books to children in need across Southern Arizona, continuing the compassionate legacy of its founder, Graciela Lopez.
JobPath helps Southern Arizonans build careers and break the cycle of poverty
JobPath is a Southern Arizona nonprofit that supports adult learners—many of them single parents—with career coaching, financial assistance and life resources to help them graduate, find in-demand jobs and uplift their families and communities.
Tucson nonprofits win over $230K in prizes at SVP Fast Pitch event
Eight Tucson nonprofits earned more than $230,000 in funding during Social Venture Partners Tucson’s Fast Pitch event, showcasing innovative programs and community impact.
