Eighth Notes

In this time of crisis, it's important to remember the U.S. economy has many strengths on which to rebuild: low inflation, decentralized markets, an entrepreneurial spirit. We will bounce back, as we have in the past.

[ President's Message ]

Low Unemployment:
Old Dogs or New Tricks?

Technology usually gets the credit for the unusually low unemployment of the not-too-distant past. But baby boomers, with all their years' experience, also played a role.

[ Economic Background ]

Suburban Expansion

Census figures show that suburbs in the Eighth District are growing faster than they are for the nation as a whole.

[ Economic Briefing ]

Hopkinsville Farmers:
A Cut Above

Farmers around Hopkinsville, Ky., are busy as any with their corn, soybean, wheat and tobacco crops. But they make time to be involved in civic affairs, and the effort pays off.

[ Regional Report ]