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Living the Grand Life

A different perspective from the city manager

August 23, 2009

"Laurie Kadrich, city manager for the City of Grand Junction, has a PR piece published in the Daily Sentinel. She writes:

If you include seasonal and part-time workers, the city is one of the largest employers in the Grand Valley, third only to School District 51 and St. Mary’s Hospital. We dedicate 40 percent of the annual budget, including capital spending and debt service, to personnel.

The city is the third largest employer in the entire Grand Valley.

Dr Watson, I think we have found a clue."

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Sources: Jane Norton is in

August 22, 2009

"Yes, it appears that Colorado’s former lieutenant governor won’t need the full 30 days to make up her mind. I have received word from a reliable source or two that Jane Norton is definitely going to announce her candidacy for U.S. Senate. My guess is this will mean Bob Beauprez opts to stay out of a crowded phone booth field."

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Living the Grand Life

Missing: Rep. John Salazar

August 22, 2009

"Despite numerous requests from many constituents, Rep. John Salazar has failed to schedule a town hall meeting in Grand Junction. Why is he avoiding his own district?"

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More layoffs at the Fort Collins Colordoan

August 21, 2009

"This past January, the Fort Collins Coloradoan, a Gannett publication, instituted a furlough program designed to save money and help preserve jobs. But it didn't prove to be the magic solution. In March, the Coloradoan shut down its press and farmed out its printing at the eventual loss of more than forty jobs. And now, in a brief published today, the paper announced that nine more jobs have been cut. The most chilling line: "With Thursday's layoffs, the Coloradoan has about 115 employees, or about half the work force it had at the beginning of 2007."

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Event at CCU for homeschoolers and high schoolers

August 21, 2009

"I wanted to take a moment to let all you Colorado homeschoolers and high school students out there about a great opportunity coming up on Saturday, September 12. You’ll want to check out the Foundation for Economic Education (FEE) seminar, hosted by Colorado Christian University (CCU) and titled “Reforming Federal Environmental Policy: Entrepreneurs, Enterprises, and the Environment."

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Page by Paige

Sierra Club misses the mark, still makes a dent

August 22, 2009

"Calling all spin doctors. Calling all spin doctors. The Sierra Club could use your help.

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War on Wrong

Another day, another clueless call from a hapless government

August 21, 2009

"This weekend a column from the City Manager of Grand Junction will appear in the Daily Sentinel. To begin with, I would like to say that I find it laudatory for the City Manager to not hide behind the "I am not an elected official" screening device traditionally employed in her position when asked for comment."

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Mike Coffman brings Israeli perspective to Douglas GOP

August 21, 2009

"Congressman Mike Coffman spoke to an energetic and engaged Douglas County GOP breakfast club at the monthly meeting in Castle Rock, CO. A decorated Marine Veteran, Coffman gave attendees an update on a broad range of topics, from America’s military and diplomatic efforts in the Middle East to domestic issues including health care, government spending, and immigration."

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Pikes Peak Prep: A new identity

August 21, 2009

"The former 21st Century Charter School @ Colorado Springs changed its name to Pikes Peak Prep last spring. This change came not long after the new principal, Patricia Arnold, started in January 2009. The school now boasts all highly qualified and experienced teachers, a different educational program and a focus on high quality."

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