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Posted September 2, 2010
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PSD seeks tax hikes for staff, facilities
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Bond revenue would go toward acquiring technology, improving safety and
security and maintaining and upgrading schools and facilities to extend
their useful life. That would include replacing roofs and updating heating,
ventilation, electrical, fire protection and plumbing systems.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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PSD's northern project list
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Poudre High School would receive the lion's share of the bond issue revenues
allocated to northern-area schools in the Poudre School District if a ballot
measure passes on Nov. 2.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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Measures target state, local governments
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There are three initiatives on the November ballot that, if passed, would
severely cut income options for state and local governments, as well as
numerous other entities.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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'Upcycling' artists turn the chucked into the charming
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Ah, the thrill of the hunt. A bargain here, an indulgence there, not to
mention countless humdrum purchases, all of which add up to avalanching
top shelves and chubby garbage bags on the curb. Stuff fills a need for
a day or a decade, then gets tossed.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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Health care tax credit available for small businesses
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There is some anxiety in the business community about health care reform.
Business owners who offer health care insurance to their employees wonder
if premiums will go up. They are also asking how to apply for the small
business tax credit that's available this year. Some ask, can nonprofits
also receive a credit?
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Posted September 2, 2010
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Medical marijuana ban leaves applicants in haze
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The status of pending applications for medical marijuana dispensaries
became unclear after the Larimer County Commissioners voted to ban such
dispensaries anywhere in the unincorporated county.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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Hiawatha Lake drained for maintenance
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Residents and visitors alike in Red Feather Lakes have been surprised
to see Lake Hiawatha looking like a bathtub being drained – as if someone
pulled the plug.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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Prepare for unexpected along the trail
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Trail riding is one of the most popular equestrian activities in Colorado.
The state's diverse terrain offers fun and adventure to flatlanders and
mountaineers alike.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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Red Feather Lakes trailheads get major upgrades
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Four linked trails in the Red Feather Lakes area are receiving a half
million dollars of improvements thanks to the American Recovery and Reinvestment
Act.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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Equestrian fashions ride toward comfort, safety
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A stylin' cowgirl garbed for the show ring flaunts pink or turquoise polyester
jacket, vest and matching pants. She'll set off the ensemble with a ruffle-necked
shirt, which also is available in purple, pumpkin, red or emerald green.
Coveted summer-weight choices include plaid or striped stovepipe or bell-bottom
pants.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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Choose plants for fall color
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It's time to plan for fall color. Not only will the nurseries be offering
great savings on woody plants, but also local landscapes are about to burst
into spectacular fall color.
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Posted September 2, 2010
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County turns down metro district
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Despite an affirmative recommendation
from the planning commission and planning staff, Larimer County Commissioners
voted 3-0 against a metropolitan district that could eventually have provided
an emergency water source for Wellington.
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