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Behind the numbers: Minnesotans finding ways to cope with tough times
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
In an effort to personalize some of those numbers, we asked MinnPost interns Wilt Hodges, Emily Ness and Joey Peters to profile how several Minnesotans are coping with tough times.

Weddings still need planners, but couples' budgets have tightened
By Emily Ness
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
Couples are trying to save money these days, but they're still hiring wedding planners to organize their budgets and help them find the most efficient ways to pay for the big day.

In tough times, one-man construction shop find ways to survive
By Wilt Hodges
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
After nearly 30 years in the business, Robert Sutherland considers himself a survivor who has seen firsthand how quickly economic conditions and health issues can change daily life. Tammy. In recent months, finally, he has seen his construction work rebound.

Marinas are always on Minnesota resort-goers' priority list
By Emily Ness
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
Numbers go up and down, and weather always affects business, but boating and fishing lure vacationers even in a recession.

Many new lawyers are finding job search a real trial
By Joey Peters
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
Finding work right out of law school can be a challenge even in good economic times. But in a time of retrenchment, recent law school grads find they're facing a double-whammy from other employers who fear they're overqualified for non-lawyer jobs.