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Saturday, April 20, 2013  Residents of Texas town ready to start recovery from plant blast as soon as authorities allow

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Despite signs of economic recovery, hiring remains too weak to rapidly reduce the number of those unemployed.

Friday, January 04, 2013  A $9.7 billion measure to pay flood insurance claims, which amounts to just a down payment on a multibillion aid commitment, is expected to be approved by the House on Friday.

Friday, January 04, 2013  Robust hiring in manufacturing and construction fueled the December job gains.

Friday, December 07, 2012  The government said Superstorm Sandy had only a minimal effect on the figures.

Thursday, November 29, 2012  Obama is mounting a public campaign to build support and leverage in the negotiations.

Monday, November 26, 2012  White House: Threat of tax hikes could lower consumer spending during holiday season

Wednesday, November 21, 2012  Slow economic recovery forces Thanksgiving travelers to make sacrifices, rely on relatives

Tuesday, November 20, 2012  US builders start construction on new homes at fastest pace in more than 4 years last month

Monday, November 19, 2012  A look at how Chronic Wasting Disease is affecting landowners, sportsman and hunters.

Friday, October 05, 2012  Romney says 7.8 percent unemployment 'is not what a real recovery looks like'

Sunday, September 23, 2012  First Resources Corporation put on a day of celebration for those in substance abuse recovery.

Monday, April 23, 2012  Authorities find working meth lab in room.

Monday, April 23, 2012  Social Security, Medicare strained by slow economic recovery, aging workforce

Wednesday, February 08, 2012  Meth ingredients discovered in clients room.