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The Money Map In Morning Edition's occasional series, reporters around the country examine how global economic forces are shaping the economy in some of America's hometowns.
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Charlotte, N.C., Job Woes Go Beyond Banking

Unemployment is up sharply, but people are still moving to the former banking boomtown. That makes life even tougher for Deborah Hadden. She's so afraid of losing her home, she'll take any job — even one paying half what she used to make.

Charlotte, N.C., Job Woes Go Beyond Banking

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Financial Turmoil Grips World Markets

The Best Laid Plans Of Mines And Men

With the economic downturn, the global demand for minerals has decreased. For mining towns like Leadville, Colo., that has meant shelving plans to reopen a nearby molybdenum mine.

The Best Laid Plans Of Mines And Men

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Financial Turmoil Grips World Markets

Economy Whittles Pacific Northwest Timber Industry

As the housing industry slows down, the demand for wood has dropped. Sawmills in the Pacific Northwest are feeling the pinch.

Economy Whittles Pacific Northwest Timber Industry

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Financial Turmoil Grips World Markets

Charlotte, N.C., Struggles As Big Banks Founder

A major banking center's biggest employers get caught up in the world's financial mess. Now, the city and its residents must deal with the aftermath.

Charlotte, N.C., Struggles As Big Banks Founder

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Maine Lobstermen Suffer: Market Drops, Fuel Rises

Lobstermen have seen their catch drop by half while fuel prices have tripled in recent years. With prices and sales flat, the fishermen are struggling to adapt to the times.

Maine Lobstermen Suffer: Market Drops, Fuel Rises

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Energy Boom In Wyo. Increases Wages, Inflation

Wyoming's booming natural gas industry has increased wages around the state, but inflation has risen as well. The hot natural gas trade has also had a cooling effect on the service industry.

Energy Boom In Wyo. Increases Wages, Inflation

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Nebraska Farm Sector On Top, For Now

The rising cost of food and fuel is pinching most Americans' wallets. But this is not the case for farmers in southeast Nebraska, where demand for food and corn-based ethanol have doubled some incomes.

Nebraska Farm Sector On Top, For Now

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