Americans still heading west and south
Douglas County Colorado led the nation with 12.9 percent growth from 1996 to 1997 driven by suburban expansion around Denver. Park County and Elbert County also ranked high while Alaska’s Ketchikan area declined. Nationwide county populations grew 0.9 percent as growth spread outward from metropolitan cores.
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Fastest growing U S counties in 1997 and population shifts
The piece notes Douglas County Colorado leading fastest growth with 12.9 percent and Maricopa County Arizona gaining 62 789 people, reflecting county-dense expansion around shrinking cities. Kristin French cites quality of life and economy driving growth while stressing growth management.
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Butler County leads Kansas population gains in 1990s
Kansas added about 117 252 residents between 1990 and 1997 for a total of 2.6 million. Butler County posted the largest percentage rise at 19.1 percent, while Geary County fell 16.9 percent. Johnson and Wyandotte counties also saw notable changes amid statewide growth.
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Publisher loses interest after Willey TV account differs
A publisher backed away from a Kathleen Willey book project after her 60 Minutes appearance, saying the TV account differed from the version discussed by Willey’s lawyer. Michael Viner noted the updated portrayal did not align with the earlier business pitch and questioned the book’s potential.
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Farmers push for ethanol tax credit tied to highway bill
Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle said farmers hope to extend the ethanol tax credit as the highway funding bill moves through a House Senate conference. Gingrich backed by farmers but faces House urban lawmakers and Archer Daniels Midland influence. The Senate approved an extension to 2007, cost about 600 million annually, while critics call it corporate welfare.
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Ex-Miami mayor appeals ouster
Ex mayor Xavier Suarez seeks relief from a state appeals court after a three judge panel overturned a lower court and voided 5000 absentee votes amid fraud findings, restoring incumbent Joe Carolla as mayor of Miami. Carolla’s attorney Kendall Coffey did not return calls.
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