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Early census figures suggest Baldwin is shrinking

Early census figures suggest Baldwin is shrinking

According to preliminary census data, over 1,000 residents left Baldwin Township in the last year. Is this a sign of things to come? Will Baldwin continue to shrink?

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Hunting for food chain champions

USDA economist Jim Barham is looking for champions of the food chain, people with business sense who can take advantage of relationships with growers and retailers and help the local food movement meet an increasing demand.
by Dave Peters

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The end of the exurbs revisited

Is this housing bust and recession enough fodder to foster a re-thinking of exurban development? Or will everything fall back into place when builders begin laying down foundation again?

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