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Finally! Some good news about my home state of Arkansas. The Little Rock economy is ranked as the 7th BEST in the nation by Brookings Institution with regard to the strongest metropolitan economy in the country.
This D.C. based research group studied the performance of the 100 largest metropolitan areas in the country to determine the impact of the recession. Ranked number one was San Antonio, Texas which was followed by four other areas in the Lonestar State. Also rounding out the top siven …

While I cannot take credit for this letter, I certainly have many of the same thoughts and feelings.  As an employer who is forced to make some slight reductions in staff and unable to provide for bonuses and pay increases, I appreciate these words.  Well said.
To All My Valued Employees,
There have been some rumblings around the office about the future of this company, and more specifically, your job. As you know, the economy has changed for the worse and presents many challenges. However, the good news is this: The economy …

With our current economy crisis most states across America are forecasting a large shortage in the amount of funding they typically receive from taxes and from the national government.  This means that many of the programs states were funding are being reevaluated and are either totally being cut or dramatically reduced.  One of the first programs facing large cuts across the country is support services provided for the Elderly and the disabled.
Most states are focusing on cutting programs that allowed low income seniors to remain independent and receive in-home care …

If you are a nurse and looking for a new job, check out this article just in from MSNBC.  Cash and prizes offered just for applying!
If you are a nurse and affected by this economy in a postive or negative way, please let me know what changes you are facing.  I want to hear from you.