How is the downturn in the economy affecting you? Eden Prairie News is looking to hear from EP workers and Eden Prairie residents who have stories to share about how the recession is impacting their lives. Post to this forum, or e-mail lshaffer@swpub.com.

Here are a few examples of how the economy is hitting local businesses:

Click on this link to read a story about the struggles facing General Growth Properties, the company that owns the Eden Prairie Center and other shopping centers around the country.

It’s not just retail that’s impacted: Technology companies also anticipate less revenue in the next year. ADC Telecommunications, which has headquarters in Eden Prairie, has let go 160 to 190 employees at its two Minnesota sites this month, according to spokesman Mike Smith.