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Coal operator plans to open 7 mines in Pike County
Coal operator plans to open 7 mines in Pike County
A longtime coal operator is planning to open seven mines in the heart of the eastern Kentucky coalfields in a venture expected to create more than 250 jobs.More >>
A longtime coal operator is planning to open seven mines in the heart of the eastern Kentucky coalfields in a venture expected to create more than 250 jobs.More >>
Tennessee general fund revenue surplus tops $400M
Tennessee general fund revenue surplus tops $400M
Tennessee's general fund revenue collections beat expectations by more than $12 million in May, topping $400 million for the budget year so far.More >>
Tennessee's general fund revenue collections beat expectations by more than $12 million in May, topping $400 million for the budget year so far.More >>
Street rod car show should bring millions of dollars to Knoxville economy
Street rod car show should bring millions of dollars to Knoxville economy
Around 11,000 people are expected in Knoxville this weekend for the 38th annual National Street Rod Association car show. The event draws people from around the country, meaning a big boost to the local economy.More >>
Around 11,000 people are expected in Knoxville this weekend for the 38th annual National Street Rod Association car show. The event draws people from around the country, meaning a big boost to the local economy.More >>
Knoxville business owners discuss Henley Bridge ideas with state officials
Knoxville business owners discuss Henley Bridge ideas with state officials
State and local officials talked with Chapman Highway business owners who say they're struggling to stay open since the Henley Bridge closed in January.
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Business owners say so far so good after Henley Bridge closure
Business owners say so far so good after Henley Bridge closure
It's been more than two weeks since the closure of the Henley Bridge in downtown Knoxville, and according to nearby business owners, so far so good.More >>
TV production on the upswing in East Tennessee
TV production on the upswing in East Tennessee
Several television programs have been shot and produced in East Tennessee. Just in the last four months, four major production companies have packed their camera bags and headed for Sever County.More >>

Fighting Back

6 News gave viewers an opportunity to get answers to questions about some of the most important economic problems in special broadcasts during the week of November 10-14, 2008.

You can review the online discussions by clicking the links below. Perhaps someone has asked a question that provides useful help for you.

Your 401(k)
November 10, 2008
Your Job
November 11, 2008
Your Health Care Costs
November 12, 2008
Your Housing Costs
November 13, 2008
Your Credit Card Debt
November 14, 2008

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