John Washburn , a Belle Fourche city councilman and member of the city's economic development committee, passes out flyers to hundreds of people gathered for a town hall on Thursday. The chamber of commerce organized the meeting for residents concerned with the local impact of North Dakota's oil boom. The meeting included a panel of experts to discuss how the town will prepare to absorb truck traffic and housing for new residents commuting to work on the oil fields. (AP Photo/Veronica Zaragovia)
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