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Cronkite/Eight Poll: Most Arizonans optimistic about economy
Most Arizonans think the economy will get better next year, according to a Cronkite/Eight Poll released Nov. 24. Fifty-four percent of those polled said their own economic situation will be significantly or somewhat better a year from now.
State unemployment rate levels off – for now – as back-to-school jobs kick in
Arizona's unemployment rate remained fairly steady in August, dipping slightly to 9.1 percent as back-to-school jobs offset losses in retail and leisure and hospitality, the state Department of Commerce announced Sept. 17.
Brewer, Alice Cooper urge Arizonans to dine out for the common good
Gov. Jan Brewer took the stage Sept. 10 with rocker and restaurateur Alice Cooper to convince Arizonans that dining out is good for the state.
Budget shortfall blamed on overspending, tax cuts
Rapid increases in government spending, permanent tax cuts for individuals and woefully inadequate levels of savings have put Arizona on a treacherous financial path during the past 15 years. Now, lawmakers are trying to detangle the state’s twisted finances and unwind one of the biggest budget knots in state history.
