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The documentary "The Happiest Country in the World: Finland" explores the reasons why.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: What "Bad Art Night" at the Arizona Science Center offers the creatively curious; "I Dream in Widescreen 2024" showcases a new class of film makers; and "Stories That Soar!" offers a 4th grader's perspective on "Self Love".
An important aspect of the Tucson non-profit Literacy Connects, "Stories That Soar!" wants aspiring school-age writers to realize the power and possibility of bringing their stories to life across all mediums.

Stories That Soar!

Empowering Young Writers: The Literacy Connects Program “Stories that Soar!” builds literacy by bringing kids' stories to life through the arts.
Students walk along the mall on the campus of the University of Arizona. From August, 2019.

UA releases budget cuts to academic units

The savings from the cuts are expected to rid the university of its deficit in the next fiscal year.
The University of Arizona campus, August 2018.

Company hired to help find next UA president

The company helped find the current NAU president.

Make Way for Books – 25 Years

Empowering Young Minds: 25 Years of Make Way for Books Impact on Literacy! Collaboration with University of Arizona Publishing Class Unveils Heartwarming Children's Stories through new App
Farm in metropolitan Tucson leads to plant and personal growth in the Sonoran Desert region.

Tucson Village Farm

Farm in metropolitan Tucson leads to plant and personal growth in the Sonoran Desert region.
A view of the mall at the University of Arizona taken from the Student Union.

Arizona students still unsure of financial aid for fall as Gov. Katie Hobbs announces FAFSA campaign

Students and parents are still unsure how much financial aid they will be offered for the 2024-25 school year.
University of Arizona President Dr. Robert C. Robbins speaks during an Arizona Board of Regents meeting on April 18, 2024.

UA's fiscal woes improve: projected $52 million deficit after cuts

The announcement was made during the Arizona Board of Regents meeting on Thursday.
A still from Charlie Chaplin's 1931 film "City Lights".

See - and hear - Chaplin's "City Lights", presented by The Fox Tucson Theatre and the Tucson Symphony Orchestra.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: NPR's Sarah McCammon on her autobiographical memoir "Ex-vangelicals"; and a story about lessons in Little league and life from Steve Braun.
Looking west across the University of Arizona mall. The Student Union Memorial Center and Old Main can both been seen.

ABOR begins search process for new UA president

The Board named an advisory committee on Monday night.
Cochise County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jacqui Clay talks with law enforcement about the Navigate360 program. March 28, 2024.

Cochise Superintendent of Schools gives update on school communication program

The Navigate360 software will allow schools to share information with law enforcement
Dr. J.D. Rottweiler, President of Cochise College at the Sierra Vista Campus. April 2, 2024.

Cochise College President plans to retire in 2025

Dr. J.D. Rottweiler plans to depart after 15 years at the helm.
The Marroney Theatre at night, post-renovation.

Post renovation, The Marroney Theatre offers more than ever.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: "All In for Autism 2024" is about sharing resources and building community; Chris Dashiell reviews the documentary "Body Parts"; and a 5th grader's emotional song for her mother.
University of Arizona's 22nd president, Robert C. Robbins.

UA President to step down from his role in 2026, maybe sooner

UA President Robert Robbins informed the Arizona Board of Regents of his decision Tuesday morning.
A banner for the Tucson Unified School District hangs in the school board's meeting room at the Duffy Community Center.

TUSD looks to reallocate $3.5 million out of its desegregation plan

The proposed changes come as the district looks to retain roles that were funded by pandemic era aid.

NAMIWALKS invites the community to show support for mental wellness.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The sounds of a world gone by are being celebrated by a band called Piffaro; and a celebrating of creative writing returns to Cochise College.

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