08/13/2004	Economy worries state residents - The aftershocks of the recent economic downturn have fundamentally changed the way Wisconsinites view their lives, for better or worse, according to an ongoing statewide survey.
08/12/2004	Is Madison Growing Too Fast? - The city of Madison finds itself with the largest population growth in the state since the 2000 census.
08/11/2004	Doyle urged to promote state products — Product designers say their work should be part of Wisconsin's image...
08/11/2004	Survey finds Wisconsin residents optimistic about future — But poor economy clearly taking toll, Realtors group finds...
08/10/2004	Fewer older state residents think life will improve — Younger people in a recent survey said they're more optimistic than older respondents that their quality of life will improve next year...
04/13/2004	Voters must understand that taxes are services — As area lawmakers said Monday, it's a mistake to take a position on the Taxpayer Bill of Rights until it's off the drafting table.
03/21/2004	Editorial: Look on the bright side — What do the younger folks of Wisconsin see that the rest don't? A brighter economic future...
03/16/2004	State survey: Economy is big concern — Wisconsin residents remained concerned about jobs and the economy, but younger state adults were more optimistic about their future and the direction the state is heading than older residents, according to a survey by the Wisconsin Realtors Association...
03/23/2004	Attitude adjustments: Quality of life outlook in state varies by age — “Generation X” members in Wisconsin are more optimistic than the population as a whole, according to the quarterly Quality of Life survey...
03/22/2004	Our view: Conflicting opinions about schools, property taxes — Recent public opinion surveys of Wisconsin residents have shown something of a paradox in terms of attitudes about public education and taxes....
03/21/2004	Property taxes outweigh perks, state survey says — Homeownership improves the quality of personal and family life -- but at an unacceptably steep price in property taxes, the Wisconsin Realtor Association's "Spring 2004 Quality of Life" poll shows...
03/18/2004	Our view: Survey gives mixed view of state's quality of life — While they think Wisconsin is a good place to live, state residents believe there’s definite room for improvement. Concerns still run high on job losses, rising health care costs and taxes...
03/18/2004	Economic concerns linger — Survey: Job security still a worry for residents — Wisconsin residents ages 18 to 34 are more optimistic about the future than older residents, according to the latest Quality of Life Index survey results...
03/17/2004	Young state residents have hope for future — Wisconsin residents ages 18 to 34 are more optimistic about the future than older residents, according to the latest Quality of Life Index survey results...
03/15/2004	State Survey: Economy is big concern — Wisconsin residents remained concerned about jobs and the economy, but younger state adults were more optimistic about their future and the direction the state is heading than older residents...
11/20/2003	Brown County fairly optimistic on economy — Brown County residents are concerned about pocketbook issues, including health care and jobs, but they’re more optimistic than the rest of the state about the overall economy...
11/19/2003	Taxes, economy major state concerns — Roughly half of Eau Claire County residents have less money left after paying their bills than they did a year ago, according to a “Quality of Life” survey released Tuesday...
11/18/2003	Poll finds money, health worries — Wisconsin residents continue to be concerned about the economy and escalating health care costs, according to a survey released Friday...
11/15/2003	Residents satisfied with schools — Wisconsin residents continue to be concerned about the economy and escalating health care costs, but they are increasingly satisfied with the quality of public schools, according to a new survey released Friday...
11/15/2003	Residents worry about lost jobs — People in Wisconsin are worried about the state's loss of jobs, economic woes and rising health-care costs. But most believe their personal financial situation will improve or stay the same next year...
09/12/2003	How Wisconsin children will find jobs tomorrow — A veteran television reporter recently asked me to name a few fields in which today’s Wisconsin students can expect to find jobs after they complete their education. The real answer is: I don’t know...
09/09/2003	Optimism is great, but jobs are better — We in western Wisconsin are an optimistic lot, at least according to the results just released from the “Quality of Life” survey sponsored by the Wisconsin Realtors Association...
09/07/2003	Job security remains top concern for those in area — In most categories–public safety, schools, home ownership, etc.–Fox Valley residents remain generally optimistic about their quality of life...
08/31/2003	Job woes take toll on confidence — In most categories–public safety, schools and home ownership–Fox Valley residents remain generally optimistic about their quality of life. However, after three years burdened by a stagnant economy...
08/30/2003	Editorial: Economy, jobs must be our top priority — A new survey sponsored by the Wisconsin Realtors Association finds that state residents are highly satisfied with the quality of their lives despite growing worries about job opportunities and...
08/30/2003	Wisconsin REALTORS® sets quality of life study — The Wisconsin Realtors Association is launching a long-term survey of homeowner concerns. The "Quality of Life Initiative" is designed to build and maintain...
08/27/2003	Wisconsin REALTORS® to Unveil Quality of Life Initiative — This week the Wisconsin Realtors Association plans to announce a new multi-year, statewide program called the Quality of Life Initiative. This program is intended to track the key issues that define and impact Wisconsin's quality of life and provide policy-makers...
08/27/2003	Job concerns top the quality of life survey — In most categories — public safety, schools and home ownership — Green Bay and Appleton residents remain generally optimistic about their quality of life. However, after three years burdened...
08/26/2003	Poll finds uneasiness over jobs — Wisconsin is a nice place to live, but you wouldn't want to work here, a poll released Monday suggests. Most of the 600 residents polled are pleased with their homes, schools, public services and parks.
08/14/2003	Area's Quality of Life Offers Option for Stressed U.S. — This news item raised our blood pressure: A measure on Denver's ballot would order city government to fight stress.