ECONOMY
Wilkin County decides to replace retiring deputy despite tough budget
(WDAY TV) - Commissioners in Wilkin County have been faced with making some difficult cuts in the last year, but they've decided safety of the people living in the county is something that will keep a job alive.By Todd Kurtz , November 20, 2009
Minn. officials give update on unemployment rate
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota has had three straight months with a falling unemployment rate. Officials prepared to say Thursday if the streak would go on.November 19, 2009
Economic development to turn focus towards production businesses
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - Don't expect help from the Greater F-M Economic Development Corporation to bring new manufacturing and construction jobs to our area.By WDAY Staff Reports , November 12, 2009
National economist says the housing market could get worse
(WDAY TV) - A group that's been hit the hardest by the economic slowdown is the housing market.By WDAY Staff Reports , November 12, 2009
Minn. tax collections came in low for October
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota tax collections continued to lag in October, coming in 2.7 percent below projections.November 11, 2009
Clay County cuts some compensation from its budget
(WDAY TV) - Clay County is finding unique ways to cut its budget. It's now giving less compensation for employees driving county vehicles or their own for work.By WDAY Staff Reports , November 10, 2009
The umemployment rate contiues to climb
(WDAY TV) - A Minnesota lawmaker is reacting to news the nation's unemployment rate has gone up. Unemployment hit 10.2 percent in October, the highest since 1983.By WDAY Staff Reports , November 08, 2009
Strong economy in ND is grabbing attention
(WDAY TV) - North Dakota's strong economy has been the best free advertising for the state. Headlines touting jobs are grabbing attention across the country.By WDAY Staff Reports , November 07, 2009
Search for employment brings families to North Dakota
Bismarck, ND - The troubled economy is hitting families around the nation. Many are now wondering how to pay bills after being laid off. People have been steered to North Dakota in search of jobs.By Donnell Preskey , November 07, 2009
Sheriffs departments to share a deputy
(WDAZ TV) - Tight budgets have two sheriffs departments in North Dakota coming up with creative ways for more man power. Griggs and Steele counties will soon share a deputy between the two departments.By David Schwab , November 01, 2009
It is the season of spooks, but Christmas is just around the corner
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - There is less than 80-shopping days 'til Christmas, but some area businesses don't want you to wait until the last minute. The businesses are enticing you to spend early, and often. It's the season of spooks, but make no bones about it, Christmas is just around the corner… literally.
By Kelsey Soby , October 08, 2009
ND taxable sales down in second quarter
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Tax Commissioner Cory Fong says taxable sales and purchases in North Dakota slowed during April, May, and June.October 02, 2009
ND improves in business tax rankings
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota ranks squarely in the middle of states in a study that compares how each state taxes business. The Tax Foundation review gives much better rankings to neighboring South Dakota and Montana.By DALE WETZEL , September 28, 2009
Midwest home sales flat in August, prices down
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Existing home sales in the Midwest halted their brief resurgence in August, in part because some buyers are having trouble meeting tougher lending standards.By DAVID TWIDDY , September 25, 2009
Good turnout expected for seasonal workers
Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) - Fall may have just officially started, but already, area department stores like Kohl's and Gordman's are advertising for seasonal holiday help. Other department stores aren't starting this early, but aren't worried about finding help.
By Christina Vaughn , September 24, 2009
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