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Author Nathan Sassaman : Warrior King
Lt. Col. Sassaman retired from the Army after a controversial tenure as a battalion commander in Iraq. Ryan Warner speaks with Sassaman, who lives in Colorado Springs.
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By Ryan Warner
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High Fuel Prices in Colorado: Why So High
The price of gas in Colorado is still below the national average – but it’s almost at four dollars a gallon.
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By Ryan Warner
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State Realtors Get New Divorce Certification
Some real estate agents in Colorado are taking classes on how best to help clients going through a divorce.
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By Ryan Warner
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The Pine Beetle Epidemic: Carbon Emissions
Research shows that trees killed in insect outbreaks can release enough CO2 to upset a county’s – or state’s – carbon dioxide balance.
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By Ryan Warner
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United Airlines Grounds Planes, Cuts Staff
Another round of shakeups this week for the airline industry – changes that are certain to affect passengers and airline employees here in Colorado.
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By Ryan Warner
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State-Wide Fire Forecast
According to a recent summer forecast, fire danger varies across the state. Ryan Warner talks with Tim Mathewson, fire meteorologist for the inter-agency Rocky Mountain Coordination Area.
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By Ryan Warner
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Ozone Season Begins on the Front Range
Earlier this month, the state health department started issuing its daily ozone forecasts. In addition to health concerns, high ozone levels can mean federal penalties for metro Denver.
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By Ryan Warner
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Colorado Legislature: Mining Issues
New regulations govern mining in Colorado. One is aimed at protecting groundwater near a mining site; the other requires greater transparency during the early prospecting stages.
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Colorado Struggles With Voter Registration System, Part 1
Some local election officials fear Colorado’s new statewide voter registration system, called SCORE, may be be too slow to use on election day.Others say a recent test proves the system […]
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By Ryan Warner
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Colorado Legislature: Transportation Issues
Despite a pressing need for more transportation funding, the 2008 session of the state legislature failed to find new revenue.
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Above-normal Snowpack Boosts Water Supply
The snowpack in Colorado’s mountains remains above normal. A slow and steady spring melt has reduced flood danger and is bringing good news for both farming and recreation.
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By Ryan Warner
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The Pine Beetle Epidemic: Landowners
Acres of dead trees can mean expensive bills for landowners – and a sense of loss. But there are benefits, too.
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Regional Food Program Teaches Shopping Skills to Needy
As the economy weakens, some Coloradans are skimping on food – to pay other bills. A local program teaches low-income families to make the most of their food dollars.
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Craig Celebrates Centennial
The city began as a railroad hub for northwestern Colorado. Its economy rises and falls along with the fortunes of farmers, ranchers and energy companies.
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The Pine Beetle Epidemic: Communities Respond
An unprecedented pine beetle outbreak in Colorado means a record number of lodgepole pine trees are now dead or dying across the state’s high country.
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Author Rabbi Jamie S. Korngold, God in the Wilderness
In her new book Korngold, known as “the adventure rabbi”, explores Judaism’s roots in nature – and why that spiritual relationship with the outdoors matters today.
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By Ryan Warner