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Wednesday, January 09, 2013  Amarillo National Bank released the numbers of how the economy in Amarillo fared in 2012. They also gave their forecast for what's to be expected this year.

Saturday, January 05, 2013  Convention, or an assembly like the one Saturday, the Jehovah witnesses group say that it is our hospitality and good nature that keeps them coming back.

Saturday, December 29, 2012  Local economists said the area had a relatively good year, primarily driven by the housing market.

Thursday, December 06, 2012  The City of Amarillo recently renewed contracts with three of the biggest agriculture events to come to the Texas Panhandle, ensuring Amarillo's economy will continue to get a boost for the next three years.

Friday, October 12, 2012  Many economists agree Amarillo's economy is better than much of the country, and the farmers in the Texas Panhandle have played a big role in keeping the area on the charts.

Monday, July 16, 2012  Ever since the housing bubble burst in this country, mortgage rates have continued to drop -- and overnight, they hit a new all-time low.

Wednesday, May 09, 2012  The doors to Zarges, Arbor Christian Academy, BPI and Nationwide Insurance are closing in Amarillo.  How does that affect the local economy?

Thursday, April 05, 2012  From job losses, higher gas and beef prices, many wonder, are we really bouncing back from a recession?

Thursday, March 01, 2012  Touchdown, homerun, goal...however you want to say it, Amarillo's professional sports teams are "winning" when it comes to bringing home the bacon our local economy.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012  Spring and summer time mean baseball, in the fall it's football and winter brings hockey. But in Amarillo, our three professional sports teams aren't just keeping people entertained, they're also a vital to our local economy.

Tuesday, February 28, 2012  Many are still waiting for the 2009 recession hangover to be over. Yes, even here in the Panhandle.

Saturday, February 11, 2012  According to the city's sales tax receipts, Amarillo's Shop Local campaign has made a positive impact on the local economy.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012  Amarillo's economy continues to be on the rise, but the national outlook may not share the same increase in 2012.

Friday, January 13, 2012  National unemployment benefits applications have increased from 375,000 to 399,000 in the last six weeks, and the U.S. Labor Department believes that is largely in part to businesses laying off their holiday help.

Thursday, January 05, 2012  2011 was a tough year, economically, for almost everyone across the United States. But here in the Panhandle, 2011 ended on a relatively positive note. Of course, the question looms: what's in store for 2012?