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How 'Twilight' revitalized Forks, Washington's economy

When the “Twilight” books and movies hit, they transformed the remote logging town in which they were set: Forks, Washington. Like many rural communities across the country, Forks struggled after losing its main industry. But then came the vampires and the economic boost they provided.

Matt Martin from member station KUOW reports.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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