May 15, 2008
Personhood Amendment
May 15, 2008 12:13 PM
A citizen initiative that would define personhood as starting from the moment of fertilization is one step closer to getting on the state's election ballot this fall. Opponents say it'll be a contentious campaign issue because it could eventually ban abortions in Colorado. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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March 21, 2008
Prayer Scarves
March 21, 2008 5:02 PM
Photo: Shanna Lewis
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February 28, 2008
Child Sex Abuse Bill
February 28, 2008 7:46 PM
The house judiciary committee is expected to vote on Wednesday (March 5th) on a bill that would give people who were sexually abused as children more time to sue their perpetrators. Lawmakers heard hours of testimony from nearly 40 survivors earlier this month (or last month) but the bill has been delayed for weeks. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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December 12, 2007
Statement From Killer's Parents
December 12, 2007 12:04 PM
Text of a statement issued Wednesday by Ronald and Loretta Murray, parents of Matthew Murray, the gunman who killed four people at a Colorado church and youth mission center on Sunday:
Out of respect for the grieving families of the victims of this unthinkable tragedy, our family will not be making any statements to the press until funeral services for all the victims have concluded. Our thoughts and constant prayers are with the families of Stephanie and Rachel Works, Phillip Crouse and Tiffany Johnson as well as those who were injured in the shootings.
Read More --> Continue reading "Statement From Killer's Parents" »
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December 4, 2007
Plans for Spring's New Skate Park
December 4, 2007 5:46 PM
Trinidad, Colorado, population 10,000, has a world renowned skate park, rated in pro-skateboarder Tony Hawk's top ten. So why, many skaters wonder, does Colorado Springs, with over 35 times as many people, lack a professionally built skate park? Well, that's set to change. The city is planning a new 40,000 sq foot skate park, and this one will be built by people who know what they're doing. Colorado College student Kate Dawson has this report on what people want.
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November 23, 2007
Ft. Carson Families Talk About Multiple Deployments, Part III
November 23, 2007 4:01 PM
Cannons are fired in honor of deploying troops at Ft. Carson Nov. 20, 2007
The third of three stories in which members of Ft. Carson's 3rd Brigade and their families talk about deploying to Iraq, many for the third time. The brigade has just begun to deploy, and all 3,800 members should be on the ground in Iraq by mid-December.
[LISTEN]
To hear part two, CLICK HERE
To hear part one, CLICK HERE
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Empty Stocking Fund Drive Kicks Off
November 23, 2007 9:15 AM
As the temperature is dropping, many charitable organization's needs are rising in the Pike's Peak region. This weekend kicks off a month filled with events that will benefit 14 non-profit health and human service agencies in the Pike's Peak region at this time of increased need. Colorado College student Kate Dawson has more about the annual Empty Stocking Fund Drive.
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October 22, 2007
D-11 School Board Candidates Forum, 10/16/07
October 22, 2007 9:19 AM
(L-R) Jan Tanner, Charlie Bobbitt
Chyrese Exline and Willie H. Breazell, Sr.
(L-R) Delia B. Armstrong-Busby, Tom Strand
and Robert (Bob) Null
On Tue., Oct. 16, 2007 Citizens Project hosted a forum for the candidates for Colorado Springs District 11 School Board. Co-sponsors included KRCC, The Colorado Springs Independent, Colorado Springs Black/Latino Coalition, League of Women Voters, Pikes Peak Equality Coalition, Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains, Freethinkers.
To listen to the debate in its entirety [CLICK HERE]
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 9:19 AM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Colorado Springs , Education , Elections
October 17, 2007
Local News Roundup for Wed., Oct. 17, 2007
October 17, 2007 6:06 PM
Photo courtesy of Colorado Environmental Coalition
Industry Says Roan Platau Gas Worth $1 Billion
Ranchers: Army Hardly Uses Pinon Canyon
2nd Bear Attack in Aspen
Teacher at Christian High School Arrested on Sex Charges
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 6:06 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Agriculture/Ranching , Animal Rights/Wellfare , Business , Children & Youth , Colorado , Crime , Education , Energy , Environment , Ft. Carson , Military , Politics , Regional
Rep. Lamborn on SCHIP
October 17, 2007 4:59 PM
Thursday, Oct. 18 is showdown day in the U.S. House of Representatives. Thats when lawmakers will vote on whether to override President Bushs veto of the State Childrens Health Insurance Program, or S-CHIP. Democrats say they can beat the veto if they can find about 15 more Republicans to vote with them.
But they're not going to get Rep. Doug Lamborn to change his mind. [LISTEN]
For a brief overview of the SCHIP bill vetoed by President Bush CLICK HERE
To see an NPR poll reflects Republican divisions on SCHIP CLICK HERE
New Analysis Reveals Nearly Half of Increase in Uninsured Children in 2006 Occurred in Middle Income Families CLICK HERE
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October 16, 2007
Republican Education Platform: Merit-Based Salary For Teachers
October 16, 2007 6:31 PM
Students in Colorado could no longer graduate from high school without speaking proficient English. Teachers would get paid based on how well they do their jobs. These are just a couple of the education proposals Republican lawmakers announced for the upcoming legislative session which starts in January. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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October 11, 2007
Local News Round-Up for October 11, 2007
October 11, 2007 6:02 PM
Memorial Hospital Says It's Not At Fault in Family Deaths
Overdose Victim Was Set to Testify Against Pueblo City Schools
[LISTEN]
Posted by Eric Whitney at 6:02 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Business , Children & Youth , Colorado Springs , Crime , Drug Use , Health , Legal
October 10, 2007
Study: Kids Just Not Into Hunting Anymore
October 10, 2007 5:21 PM
Some 250,000 hunters are expected to head into Colorado's backcountry this fall, but national trend data says fewer young people are showing an interest. The trend has wildlife managers and hunting-dependent businesses concerned. KUNC's Brian Larson reports.
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 5:21 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Animal Rights/Wellfare , Business , Children & Youth , Indoor/Outdoor Recreation
September 21, 2007
Denver Schools Make Gardening Part of the Curriculum
September 21, 2007 5:00 PM
Three new farmers markets got started in Denver this summer, and they've beenselling things that are grown on the grounds of three different public schools. These schools are finding out how much there is to teach and learn in a garden, and that growing plants can generate hands-on lessons in science, math and social studies. This year they are teaching students about how the garden can be a business too. KCFR's Helen Gray visited the farmers Market at a school near Washington Park and has this report.
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 5:00 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Agriculture/Ranching , Children & Youth , Denver , Education
August 28, 2007
Local News Round-Up, Aug. 27, 2007
August 28, 2007 3:05 PM
A freshman at the University of Colorado's Boulder campus is recovering following surgery after he was slashed in the throat by a man school officials called incoherent.
A Fort Carson soldier is behind bars and another man is in critical condition after a weekend shooting in Colorado Springs. Police say 23-year-old Private First Class Matthew Kyle Moore was arrested Saturday evening, a few hours after he allegedly shot Leo Garcia twice in the chest.
Congressman Doug Lamborn doesn't want to talk about the 2008 election. In an interview with the Canon Daily Record Newspaper in Canon City, 5th District Rep. Lamborn said he's "busy concentrating (his) efforts on serving" his constituents and hasn't even officially declared as a candidate for a year from November. "At this point, I'm not concerned about any potential candidate," Lamborn said.
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August 2, 2007
Independence Institute to Sue Over School Finace Act
August 2, 2007 6:13 PM
Opponents of a state school-finance measure are preparing a lawsuit over the plan to provide more funding for education by blocking an anticipated decline in taxes. Independence Institute president Jon Caldara says the group is also requesting campaign memos from school districts and county clerks to see if voters agreed to tax increases when they voted to give up tax surplus refunds for school funding.
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 6:13 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Colorado , Education , Legal , Politics
Kids of Deployed Troops Get Their Own Summer Camp
August 2, 2007 5:18 PM
With U.S. Troop deployment in Iraq and Afghanistan now well into its
fifth year, American military families are being stretched to their
limits. Tens of thousands of troops have already done two yearlong
combat tours, many have done three. Long deployments to dangerous places
can be especially hard on children of soldiers. A national program aims
to give these kids a chance to take a week off from their worries at
special summer camps for military kids only. Last week, we visited the
first one in Colorado.
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July 31, 2007
More on Myron Stratton Partnering With Other Non-Profits
July 31, 2007 4:00 PM
Last Thursday Colorado Springs' Myron Stratton Home became a full house. Partners in Housing, Peak Vista Community Health Service, and TESSA join the Myron Stratton Home on its' 105-acre campus.
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July 30, 2007
"Summer Heat" Teaches Young Women Fire Fighting Skills
July 30, 2007 12:02 PM
For girls in high school, summers can mean lots of Dawson's Creek re-runs and working on their tans. The Colorado Springs Fire Department, however, gives about 20 girls the chance to stretch themselves and gain self confidence by spending a week learning about fire fighting.
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 12:02 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Colorado Springs , Education , Women's Issues
July 11, 2007
New College Admission Standards
July 11, 2007 4:15 PM
Getting into college in Colorado just got tougher. But it's not as tough as some would like it to be. In three years incoming college freshman will face stricter standards to get into college than students do today. But the state's higher education commission rolled back some of the admission requirements and didn't make the standards has tough as they could have. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 4:15 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Business/Labor , Capitol Coverage , Children & Youth , Colorado , Education , Politics , Science
June 27, 2007
Simon Says: A True Story of Boys, Guns and Murder in the Rocky Mountain West
June 27, 2007 5:26 PM
Kathryn Eastburn was the editor of the Colorado Springs Inedpendent when she began working on the story of the Dutcher murders in Guffey, Colorado on December 31st, 2000.
This fall, Eastburn will publish a book about the incident, called, "Simon Says: A True Story of Boys, Guns and Murder in the Rocky Mountain West." She will read from her forthcoming work Thursday night, June 28th as a part of the Colorado College Summer Arts Festival. Noel Black spoke with her about the book.
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 5:26 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Arts & Culture , Children & Youth , Colorado , Crime , Legal Affairs , Literature , Media , Visiting CC
June 14, 2007
New Homeless Report
June 14, 2007 12:09 PM
Colorado has fewer homeless people compared to last year according to a new state report. But that report also says more families are becoming homeless than ever before. Almost 30 percent of homeless people in Colorado are children. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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May 22, 2007
Healthcare Commission Final Four
May 22, 2007 9:47 AM
Everyone in Colorado would have health care coverage within three years, under new proposals from the state's blue ribbon healthcare commission. The commission will issue final recommendations to the legislature next year. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 9:47 AM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Business/Labor , Capitol Coverage , Children & Youth , Colorado , Health , Legal Affairs , Politics
May 15, 2007
Springs Super would be First Black State Education Commissioner
May 15, 2007 5:35 PM
The sole candidate for Colorado's top education job is already thinking about what legacy he would want to leave. For starters he says a kinder friendlier education department. The state's current education commissioner is retiring and often had a contentious relationship with superintendents and school boards. Lawmakers say they're hopeful the next commissioner can turn that around. Bente Birkeland reports from Colorado Springs.
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May 11, 2007
Orphan Care and Adoption Summit at Focus on the Family
May 11, 2007 6:30 PM
In America, there are generally more families that want to adopt children than there are newborns available. But, the opposite is true for foster children. The government estimates that there about 115,000 kids in foster care in the country ready and waiting to be adopted. Evangelical leaders say that's a big motivation for the three-day Orphan Care and Adoption Summit wrapping up today at Focus on the Family. This is the third year they've held such a conference. The last two drew about a hundred people combined. This year, it's significantly bigger.
Click to see photos
from the event.
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Listen to this story at NPR's website, as well. [NPR LINK]
Posted by Delaney Utterback at 6:30 PM| Permalink | Comments (4) | Posted to Children & Youth , Legal Affairs , Religion , Slideshow
May 9, 2007
Colorado's New Task Force on Foster Care
May 9, 2007 4:35 PM
Colorado Legislature passed a bill this year to create a 24-person panel to address problems in Colorado's foster care and adoption systems. The task force hopes to develop better methods to mediate conflicts between adoptive parents, agencies, birth parents and foster care groups.
Focus on the Family is one of the groups interested in joining the panel. Focus is launching the third annual three-day adoption summit in Colorado Springs today to encourage Evangelicals in the U.S. to consider adopting kids out of foster homes. Eric Whitney spoke with Mark Andre of Focus on the Family, who is Director of the Christian group's open care initiative.
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Posted by Tay Wiles at 4:35 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Religion
April 25, 2007
Governor Creates Education Council
April 25, 2007 4:57 PM
Nearly thirty percent of students in Colorado drop out before they graduate from high school, that's according to state figures. On Tuesday Governor Bill Ritter created a council to examine how the state can lower the drop out rate and close the achievement gap between students of different races, gender and economic backgrounds. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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April 20, 2007
Columbine Anniversary
April 20, 2007 12:37 AM
Friday marks the eighth anniversary of the Columbine High school shootings in Littleton. Colorado lawmakers say the killings at Virginia Tech earlier in the week make this year's anniversary especially difficult. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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April 13, 2007
Graduation Standards
April 13, 2007 8:28 PM
High school students would face tougher graduation requirements under a bill that initially cleared the senate Wednesday. Colorado is one of a handful of states without minimum high school graduation standards. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver.
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April 9, 2007
"Pride" Highlights Diversity Challenge in Competitive Swimming
April 9, 2007 4:23 PM
The recently released movie Pride, about a charismatic black swim coach has brought to the surface the problems of attracting minorities to the sport of swimming. USA Swimming, which is based in Colorado Springs, has launched a campaign called Make a Splash that aims to cultivate diversity. The program also hopes to reduce drownings and fight childhood obesity, which are disproportionally higher among minority groups. Jim Ellis, the real life coach behind Pride, is the effort's spokesman. Reporter Nancy Greenleese met Ellis in 1995, and looks back at how he changed her view of the sport and its potential to change.
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December 8, 2006
EMPTY STOCKING FUND
December 8, 2006 6:47 PM
archivesEMPTY STOCKING FUND
Charities in the Pikes Peak Region are hoping to receive some $850,000 from the Gazette-El Pomar Foundation Empty Stocking Fund. But first, the Fund has to raise it. Reporting on a couple of events this Saturday designed to make donating fun is Colorado College student Matthias Barker. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 6:47 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Colorado Springs , Holiday
October 6, 2006
COMMENTARY: SCHOOL SHOOTINGS - DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE
October 6, 2006 5:03 PM
archivesCOMMENTARY: SCHOOL SHOOTINGS - DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE
It's hard not to be shocked by the gun violence in three schools last week, including the killings in Bailey, Colorado. But commentator Caroline Vulgamore says we need to keep these incidents in the proper perspective. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 5:03 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Commentary
September 29, 2006
COMMENTARY: WELCOME BACK RECESS
September 29, 2006 2:59 PM
archivesCOMMENTARY: WELCOME BACK RECESS
Ask any elementary school student what their favorite subject in school is, and you'll likely get consensus that it's recess. Commentator Caroline Vulgamore worries that the time honored tradition of running around on the playground appears to be threatened. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 2:59 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Education
THE 65% SOLUTION? COLORADO'S SCHOOL FUNDING BALLOT MEASURES COMPARED
September 29, 2006 2:53 PM
archivesTHE 65% SOLUTION? COLORADO'S SCHOOL FUNDING BALLOT MEASURES COMPARED
Two ballot measures this fall would require school districts to spend most of their operating budgets on classroom costs in an attempt to improve K - 12 education. But critics say the measures won't help teachers or students and could have a devastating effect on schools. Bente Birkeland reports from Denver. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 2:53 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Denver , Education
May 10, 2006
SALIDA STUDENTS GET THE CHANCE TO MARCH TO A DIFFERENT DRUMMER
May 10, 2006 11:15 AM
archivesSALIDA STUDENTS GET THE CHANCE TO MARCH TO A DIFFERENT DRUMMER
For teachers, getting kids excited about learning, especially at this time of year, can often be challenging. But in Salida, schools have invited a Colorado musician who uses innovative technology plus an interdisciplinary approach to education to spark kids' interest. Shanna Lewis reports from Salida. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 11:15 AM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Education
April 21, 2006
TEEN ATTITUDES FROM ALAMOSA
April 21, 2006 1:28 PM
archivesTEEN ATTITUDES FROM ALAMOSA
Recent immigration rallies and demonstrations across Colorado have put a lot of teenagers in the news. The media isn't something we ask them to comment on much, but producer Miles Eddy is doing just that in Alamosa, He offers these teen voices on the media. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 1:28 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Latino/a
H.S. STUDENTS WALK OUT FOR IMMIGRATION RIGHTS
April 21, 2006 1:18 PM
archivesH.S. STUDENTS WALK OUT FOR IMMIGRATION RIGHTS
Voices of Latino students in Denver who want greater rights for immigrants. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 1:18 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Denver , Immigration
March 29, 2006
COMMENTARY : TEACHING IN THE SPRING
March 29, 2006 12:05 PM
archivesCOMMENTARY : TEACHING IN THE SPRING
Springtime can be pretty cruel in Colorado. Warm, sunny days lure us outdoors, only to be pounded by snow and howling winds later in the week. The season's behavior reminds middle school teacher Eva Syrovy of some of her students. But just like the promise of summer, she doesn't give up on her kids. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 12:05 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Commentary
COMMENTARY: TEACHING IN SPRING
March 29, 2006 11:23 AM
archivesCOMMENTARY: TEACHING IN SPRING
Springtime can be pretty cruel in Colorado. Warm, sunny days lure us outdoors, only to be pounded by snow and howling winds later in the week. The season's behavior reminds middle school teacher Eva Syrovy of some of her students. But just like the promise of summer, she doesn't give up on her kids [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 11:23 AM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Commentary
March 22, 2006
Latinas Rally in Pueblo
March 22, 2006 10:55 AM
archivesLATINAS RALLY IN PUEBLO
Hundreds of young Latinas rallied in Pueblo last weekend to celebrate themselves, their culture, and to aim for better futures. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 10:55 AM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Latino/a , Pueblo
March 17, 2006
Capitol Coverage pt.2
March 17, 2006 12:26 PM
archivesCAPITOL COVERAGE PT.2
Efforts to mandate healthy snacks in school vending machines meet resistance in the state legislature. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 12:26 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Colorado , Health
Annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry Benefits the Custer County FFA
March 17, 2006 12:23 PM
archivesANNUAL ROCKY MOUNTAIN OYSTER FRY BENEFITS THE CUSTER COUNTY FFA
City kids might hold car washes or bake sales to fund student activities, but in ranching country, they have their own traditions. Shanna Lewis takes us to the annual Custer County FFA Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry and Auction in Westcliffe. Everyone has a ball. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 12:23 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Indoor/Outdoor Recreation
December 27, 2005
Colorado Charter School Diversity
December 27, 2005 12:42 PM
archivesCOLORADO CHARTER SCHOOL DIVERSITY
A left-leaning Colorado think tank recently released a report on the state's charter schools, saying that they're becoming more diverse, but still lag behind most other states in the percentage of students of color. Sam Fuqua of KGNU in Boulder recently interviewed Andrew Rotherham, a senior fellow at the think tank, who is also co-director of Education Sector, a non-partisan research institute. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 12:42 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Colorado , Education
December 16, 2005
Homeless for the Holidays
December 16, 2005 9:59 AM
archivesHOMELESS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Today is the last day of class at Colorado College before winter break. Most students will probably travel back home to spend the holidays with their families. The trip home, and even time spent at home, can be a challenge, but not as difficult as this season can be for young people without homes. CC Student Lindsay Patterson visited Colorado Springs' shelter for homeless teens, and has this report. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 9:59 AM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Colorado Springs , Health
December 14, 2005
Methamphetamine: A Home Cooked Threat - Part V (The Newborns)
December 14, 2005 4:08 PM
archivesMETHAMPHETAMINE: A HOME COOKED THREAT - PART V (THE NEWBORNS)
The final of our five part series on methamphetamine, Patricia Murphy reports on infants who are exposed to the drug in utero. [LISTEN] []
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Posted by Eric Whitney at 4:08 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Health
Newscast
December 14, 2005 2:45 PM
archivesNEWSCAST
Nancy Greenleese reports on school report cards. Eric Whitney has details on the Forest Service's temporary withdrawal of the environmental study on lower Gold Camp Road. And Victor Locke explains a recent decision to allow more oil drilling on Colorado's Western Slope. [LISTEN] []
Posted by Eric Whitney at 2:45 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Environment
November 30, 2005
Commentary: When Kids Grow Up
November 30, 2005 5:11 PM
archivesCOMMENTARY: WHEN KIDS GROW UP
Commentator Caroline Vulgamore has some thoughts on parenting. [LISTEN] []
Posted by Eric Whitney at 5:11 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Commentary
November 23, 2005
Small Town Sportsmanship
November 23, 2005 2:29 PM
archivesSMALL TOWN SPORTSMANSHIP
Western Skies contributor Shanna Lewis has this story about high school sports. Custer County schools Athletic Director Glen Livengood has instituted a program to formally welcome visiting teams and promote sportsmanship. [LISTEN] []
Posted by Eric Whitney at 2:29 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Regional
November 17, 2005
Road Trip: Local Kids Help with Hurricane Relief
November 17, 2005 6:34 PM
archivesROAD TRIP: LOCAL KIDS HELP WITH HURRICANE RELIEF
In October, several students from The Classical Academy, in northern Colorado Springs, traveled to Louisiana to participate in the post-Katrina clean up effort. Western Skies gave them a digital recorder to document their experience. [LISTEN] []
EXPANDED CONTENT--> Click here to see pictures of the Classical Academy trip to Louisiana.
Posted by Eric Whitney at 6:34 PM| Permalink | Comments (0) | Posted to Children & Youth , Colorado Springs , Poverty
October 20, 2005
Reconciliation
October 20, 2005 5:38 PM
archivesRECONCILIATION
From Albuquerque, a story of two fathers. One man's son was murdered, the other is the father of the murderer. They talk with Suzanne Kryder about how they reconciled their differences and started working together. [LISTEN] []
EXPANDED CONTENT--> Peace Talks is a production of Good Radio Shows, Inc., in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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