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Kudos to El Paso County Commissioners!
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Kudos to El Paso County Commissioners!
Kudos to El Paso County Commissioners for standing their ground against Colorado's State Oil and Gas Commission regulations, the same regulations that allowed groundwater contamination in this state! According to the Gazette, those eager to mine 'sparsely populated' Colorado soil by frack wells, will have to monitor groundwater for years to come. And the other good news is that this mining operation will create new jobs for five or six years. See More
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VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT with the WAYNE WILKINSON GROUP FEATURING NELSON RANGELL
Jazziz magazine writes that Nelson Rangell is "an artist of depth, a master of song, and an improviser non pareil." The Times of London notes "his extraordinary facility on a range of instruments and his undoubted virtuosity," adding that Nelson is "one of fusion's most accomplished exponents." Saxophone Journal writes "He commands the alto saxophone with such authority there can be no denying that Rangell is a true artist," and Flute Talk Magazine states "Nelson Rangell creates the…See More
A Music Company Inc. added a discussion to the group Cripple Creek/Teller County
VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT with the WAYNE WILKINSON GROUP FEATURING NELSON RANGELL
Jazziz magazine writes that Nelson Rangell is "an artist of depth, a master of song, and an improviser non pareil." The Times of London notes "his extraordinary facility on a range of instruments and his undoubted virtuosity," adding that Nelson is "one of fusion's most accomplished exponents." Saxophone Journal writes "He commands the alto saxophone with such authority there can be no denying that Rangell is a true artist," and Flute Talk Magazine states "Nelson Rangell creates the…See More
A Music Company Inc. added a discussion to the group Woodland Park
VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT with the WAYNE WILKINSON GROUP FEATURING NELSON RANGELL
Jazziz magazine writes that Nelson Rangell is "an artist of depth, a master of song, and an improviser non pareil." The Times of London notes "his extraordinary facility on a range of instruments and his undoubted virtuosity," adding that Nelson is "one of fusion's most accomplished exponents." Saxophone Journal writes "He commands the alto saxophone with such authority there can be no denying that Rangell is a true artist," and Flute Talk Magazine states "Nelson Rangell creates the…See More
A Music Company Inc. added a discussion to the group Fort Carson
VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT with the WAYNE WILKINSON GROUP FEATURING NELSON RANGELL
Jazziz magazine writes that Nelson Rangell is "an artist of depth, a master of song, and an improviser non pareil." The Times of London notes "his extraordinary facility on a range of instruments and his undoubted virtuosity," adding that Nelson is "one of fusion's most accomplished exponents." Saxophone Journal writes "He commands the alto saxophone with such authority there can be no denying that Rangell is a true artist," and Flute Talk Magazine states "Nelson Rangell creates the…See More
A Music Company Inc. added a discussion to the group Briargate
Bus Service Allows Area Families to Choose St. Mary's High School
School choice is a wonderful freedom Americans experience. But sometimes that choice leaves parents wondering how they’ll manage the commute to schools that aren’t close to their homes. Several St. Mary’s High School families have been faced with just such a dilemma. But for families in Monument and now Pueblo St. Mary’s bus service is giving them options. Sean Heery’s family lives in Monument. But all three of his children either have attended or are attending St. Mary’s High School in central…See More
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The Corner Mechanic Car Care Tip of the Week
Are You Firing on All Cylinders?Does your engine “miss” or hesitate upon starting? Has your gas mileage decreased over time? Even though newer vehicles do not require regular “tune-ups” because of on-board computers and electronic ignition, your spark plugs still need regular replacement. Each spark plug is…See More
Blog post by Honest Accurate Auto Service
The Task of Providing Care for Aging Loved Ones
There are approximately 77 million baby boomers in the United States. About 80 percent of seniors have at least one chronic health condition that limits activity and requires some form of caregiving. As many families live long distance from their aging loved ones, the task of providing care has proven to be challenging at times.In December 2011, local resident Amy Kuchuris decided to lend a helping hand by launching a local home care agency to meet the needs of residents in Colorado Springs and…See More
Blog post by Stacy Rubenstein
Crab Cakes with Mango-Lime Sauce: Easy Valentine Recipe
Super Bowl behind us, Valentine's Day before us, there is always a reason to enjoy good food no matter what label is used. Valentine's Day has become a favorite time for us, especially since we began making reservations for an intimate dinner at our own table. No crowds, no pressure, dress however you please (use your imagination here), and there's nothing wrong with saving a…See More
Blog post by Judy Purcell
Community Food Pantries And Needy Residents Receive 4,819 Pounds of Naturally Grown Produce Through Efforts of Local Group
Colorado Springs, CO – Abundant Harvest Community Garden Outreach produced and distributed 4,819 pounds of fresh natural grown produce to needy families in the area. 2011 was a great year due to the more than 550 volunteer hours that helped us to maximize our mission of “Planting Seeds to Grow Food and Create Opportunity for People.” Abundant Harvest established a presence at local Farmer’s Markets, started distribution to 2 new food pantries and added Blue Star Recycling as a great new fund…See More
Charles Hendrix added a discussion to the group Nonprofits
Do You Have The Right Stuff?
Do you have 'The Right Stuff' to be a writer? Well don't worry, I didn't either. When I first got back into writing, I just wrote. I 'barfed' out the story from beginning to end and then sat back and felt very proud of my accomplishment. I then handed it out to anyone who would read it. Of course, I thought it was brilliant and they would love it. I laugh at that now. Of course they were all my friends and treaded lightly. I went back and wrote a few more drafts, taking…See More
Blog post by Shelly Goodman Wright
Even Everyday Folks Need a Financial Plan
Even Everyday Folks Need a Financial Plan Everyone has a financial plan, whether they realize it or not. “It’s the financial life you are living right now,” explains Leslie Beck, a certified financial planner at Compass Wealth Management in Maplewood, N.J. A person’s goals and aspirations, the choices they make everyday about how to spend, save, invest and share their money to get them where they want to go, these constitute a financial plan, said Beck. The real question is whether the choices…See More
Susan Strasbaugh added a discussion to the group Central
Tai Chi Class at Tai Chi Association of Colorado Springs
February 9, 2012 from 6pm to 7pm
Tai Chi is a form of “moving meditation” practiced with slow, relaxed, and flowing movements. The art is ideal for those seeking gentle rehabilitative excersises for reducing stress, and/or to study “inner power” through calmness. It is a low impact excersise that emphasizes balance, grace, and fluidity of motion. Begin your class with a gentle warm-up stretching session and continue on learning the classical forms in sequence. These include: Parting Wild Horses Mane, White Crane Spreads…See More
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Join Us: Qigong Workshop "Balancing Yin & Yang in the Body"
Tai Chi Association of Colorado Springs
108 E. Cheyenne Rd. Ste. 211
Day: Saturday, February 11, 2012 Time: 3:30pm to 6:00pm.
Call 719-375-8339 to…
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Weekly Photo Contest
Last week's winner for "Valentines's Day" is Holly Pacione for her photo of her daughter, Jadyn, making valentines for her grandparents. Pacione wins four tickets to Stargazers Theatre.
Next week's theme is "Football celebrations" so send us your photos from your Superbowl parties or tailgate parties earlier in the season, by midnight Monday for a chance to win. 
Have a suggestion for a theme for our photo contests? Send them to pula@gazette.com.
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March 22, 2011 at 9:30am to March 29, 2012 at 10:30am – The Avanti Ballroom
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NEW $6 Morning ZUMBA (Tues / Thurs Classes ) at Avanti with Patti
March 22, 2011 at 9:30am to March 29, 2012 at 10:30am – The Avanti Ballroom
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