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Article: Variety of housing, commerce close to city.(F)(Friday Home Guide)(Focus: Prince George'S County)
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- The Washington Times (Washington, DC)
- Article date:
- July 20, 2001
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Byline: Liz Thompson
Diverse neighborhoods, fast growth and an abundance of housing characterize Prince George's County. One of the nation's most affluent counties, Prince George's is growing out of its reputation as a bedroom community to the District and emerging as a dynamic suburb.
Attractive new planned communities can be found throughout the county. New business campuses and office complexes attract national and international companies, lessening the county's dependence on the federal government for employment. Businesses located in Prince George's employ more than 450,000 workers.
Settlement of the county began in the early 1600s, when ...