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August 8, 2013 

U.S. makes progress on jobs, but what about the broader economy?

Last week, the latest jobs reports showed a decrease in first-time applications for unemployment and the addition of 162,000 jobs to the economy in July. Both are positive trends, especially on the heels of news that second-quarter GDP grew at an annual rate of 1.7 percent.

 Incentive program could create jobs in Modesto

August 5, 2013 

Incentive program could create jobs in Modesto

Modesto officials say an incentive program offering cash, tax breaks and other help to downtown businesses would create roughly 340 jobs and $13.9 million in employee compensation and business income.

 New mobile banking tools designed for micro-businesses

August 1, 2013 

New mobile banking tools designed for micro-businesses

-- Business productivity tools for smallest of businesses -- Bank designs Business Mobility Bundle for unique needs of micro-business segment -- Business owners can manage finances on the go with e-Business Checking account, a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 and mobile merchant services capabilities

Isaac M. O'Bannon