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consumer slowdown will continue in Northern Virginia as jobs fall.
A quick look at January-July statistics for some other metropolitan communities show:
•Charlottesville looks strong with a 9.1 percent payroll job increase in the first six months of this year when compared to last year. General retail trade is stronger than average, and employment statistics point to state jobs as the major stimulant, said Mr. Pearson. With the state budget deficit and layoffs looming, Charlottesville’s growth should slow dramatically as the fall progresses,
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