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The population of Central Oregon has one of the fastest growth rates in the nation. According to a study by the Oregon Community Foundation, the number of latinos in the region has grown twenty percent faster than the overall population. KLCC's Bing Bingham has this story on how the economy is affecting latinos in Madras, Oregon.
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Suggested lede (and description):
The population of Central Oregon has one of the fastest growth rates in the nation. According to a study by the Oregon Community Foundation, the number of latinos in the region has grown twenty percent faster than the overall population. KLCC's Bing Bingham has this story on how the economy is affecting latinos in Madras, Oregon.
Broadcast History
Aired as part of KLCC's Special Issues Series on the economy: 12/8 -- 12/12
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Tripp Sommer (Editor)
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