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As the national economic meltdown takes its toll, some out-of-the-way states are enjoying an economic boom, reports the AP's Daniel Wagner, because they're isolated from major urban centers and benefit from an abundance of in-demand commodities.
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Pulling my Subaru into the dusty parking area from where I planned to begin pedaling, I instinctively flinched at the sound of gunfire.
The senior citizen taking target practice with a high-powered rifle glanced in my direction only briefly before letting off another few rounds. Removing his earplugs, he either smiled or grimaced in my direction.
"Two more rounds and I'll be done."
This was a first for me. I'd never had to dodge gunfire prior to starting a mountain bike ride.
