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Charlotte Crane | 9/1/2006
Walton County's unemployment rate was the lowest in the state for four consecutive months through June. Its dominant tourism industry is credited for strong job growth, 14.3% last year, more than three times the state average of 3.9%. Construction jobs, up 41%, made the biggest gain.

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