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Knock on wood, Jasper economy remains strong
Sparks, Glen (2007-10)
The Regional Economist , Issue Oct , Pages 14-15

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Jeffersonville, Ind., banks on the river
Sparks, Glen (2006-04)
The Regional Economist , Issue Apr , Pages 14-15

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Effingham uses tax breaks to bounce back
Sparks, Glen (2006-01)
The Regional Economist , Issue Jan , Pages 14-15

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Tunica lays big bet on the casino industry : gamble pays off for Mississippi town after years of struggle
Sparks, Glen (2007-01)
Signs of prosperity pop up across the flat land of Tunica: nine flashy casinos, an expo center, a new golf course, an outlet mall, a recreation center and other attractions. Long-time residents like to brag about the "Tunica miracle." The old Tunica, the Tunica of the 1980s and early '90s, seems like a long time ago. Or does it?>
The Regional Economist , Issue Jan , Pages 14-15

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Frankfort, Ky., capitalizes on history, variety
Sparks, Glen (2005-01)
Frankfort, although small, is a multidimensional city. Bourbon, a revitalized downtown, state government and manufacturing have put their stamp on the economy.>
The Regional Economist , Issue Jan , Pages 14-15

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Dyersburg hopes I-69 is the road to prosperity
Sparks, Glen (2006-07)
Interstate 69 is coming to Dyersburg, Tenn. Will additional traffic, hotels and restaurants follow? Dyersburg city officials hope so.
The Regional Economist , Issue Jul , Pages 14-15

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Conway makes play for economic boom
Sparks, Glen (2007-07)
The Regional Economist , Issue Jul , Pages 14-15

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Springfield, Mo.: boomtown once again
Sparks, Glen (2004-07)
The Regional Economist , Issue Jul , Pages 14-15

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Ducks and rice are staples in Stuttgart
Sparks, Glen (2005-10)
The Regional Economist , Issue Oct , Pages 14-15