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Amid Cuts, Arizona Mayors Cautiously Optimistic

Meeting in Tucson, they hear an update from Gov. Brewer, but still worry about budgeting and the economy
Navajo father and son

Culture Clash: Navajo Traditions vs. Economic Development

Nation President Shelly pushes alternative energy, technology to draw jobseekers back to reservation
Despite the tough economy, some people are taking chances on new businesses and women are a vital part of the entrepreneurs.

State's Economy Better, but Still Fragile

Economist, business specialist say debt-ceiling fight contributed to uncertainty
Sara Presler, Mayor of Flagstaff, talks about the economy and tourism in her city.

Northern Arizona Tops State in Tourism Growth

Strategic business and public sector partnerships drive success, Flagstaff's mayor says
Many mountain communities are determined--and even defiant--in the wake of devastating fire damage.

"Still Here, Still Green"

White Mountains residents pull together, plan economic future in fire's wake

Wildfires Fan Political Flames

Thin Arizona's forests to stop fires, legislators urge, but others say it's not so simple
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More Unemployment, More Problems?

Public policy specialists disagree on benefits of another 20 weeks for long-term unemployed
Arizona has suffered more than nearly every other state from the housing bubble burst and mortgage financing meltdown of the last three years, and as a result, recovery will take a while, an economist says.

Housing Rebound Will Come Slowly in Arizona

Glut of foreclosed homes, short sales keep prices low; recovery 5 or more years away - click to watch Episode 21

Episode 17: Jobs Picture Improves for College Grads

Arizona universities report increased recruitment activities by employers big and small
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Episode 15: A Legislative Wrapup

The Arizona Legislature closed its regular session this week in a rush of bill passages and hijinks
Arizona struggles to draw large corporate employers, says state Board of Regents Chair Anne Mariucci.

Episode 9: Business and the Skilled Workforce

Another round of funding cuts to the state's public universities bodes ill for the economy, regent chair says
Gov. Jan Brewer (R) touts her business development plan as the key to "turning our economy around."

Episode 6: 'Arizona Is Open for Business'

GOP governor says economic development package will put Arizona ahead of recovery

Episode 5: For AZ Economy, 'Less Dreadful Times Ahead'

Chamber exec, economist see slow movement now, more later with government help.

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