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The average diamond engagement ring costs $3,500, but those prices don't appear to deter those in love. Still, you don't have to overspend en route to "I do." Soon-to-be-wed DailyFinance reporter Ross Urken did his homework before hitting the jewelry store, and shares what he learned.

On Tuesday, Texas Governor and GOP presidential hopeful Rick Perry finally entered the tax debate with "Cut, Balance and Grow," a startling new flat tax plan that borrows freely from Herman Cain's 9-9-9 proposal. But would it help American workers, or slash, topple and shrink the U.S. economy?

You might like sparkle, but -- if you're in the market for a diamond ring -- you probably also want to get a good deal. We spoke with some experts to find out how to get the best bling for your buck.

Colleges are facing tough times. Not only is it costing them more to serve their students, but enrollment is down, state funding is down and alumni and corporate giving is also down. There is increased pressure to keep costs low by not raising tuition, while at the same time there is a dramatic...

If you heard a loud shout of elation earlier this week, it may have been the students in the Marietta City School system who just found out they would have to take one less standardized test next year. The school district is facing funding issues, and like many other schools in our nation, it may...