Segments From This Episode

• The Weekly Wrap

  by Kai Ryssdal

  “Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal speaks with Ana Swanson at the New York Times and Heather Long at the Washington Post about the February jobs report, some of the economic underpinnings on President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address, and the latest economic news.

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• Businesses are breathing new life into unused warehouse space

  by Justin Ho

  

  Many businesses bulked up on warehouse space early in the pandemic. Now, storing extra inventory isn’t as important, and surplus warehouse space is being put to alternative uses.

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• Sourdough bread is at the heart of this family-owned bakery in New Mexico

  by Sofia Terenzio

  

  New Mexico-based business owners André and Jessica Kempton want to keep making good food for the people in their community.

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• Restaurant hiring affected by warmer weather, lingering pandemic habits

  by Stephanie Hughes

  

  The number of people employed at restaurants and bars went up 0.3% in February from the month before.

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• Some arts nonprofits look to expand their real estate footprint

  by Trina Mannino

  

  Owning their own rehearsal, performance and studio spaces often provides these organizations with a sense of certainty and control.

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