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Uncovering Hidden Linkages in Idaho's 2006 Teton Regional Economy
The beauty of Idaho's Teton region (Fremont, Madison, and Teton counties) helped attract a recent tourism boom and increased migration by retirees. However, these mask the real economic drivers of the region's economy. This 16-page study documents that the biggest economic drivers are (1) call centers plus higher education, (2) Agribusiness, and (3) Construction. Authors: Abelardo Rodriguez, Garth Taylor, Ben Eborn, Luke Erikson