October 31, 2020
After visiting a time share while on vacation, Jay Garvens researched the ups and downs the good and the bad and formed a "Time Share Test" for his listeners. In this show Jay will let you know if a time share is good for you! It's a possibility that time share can be a good investment if you pass the "Test".
October 30, 2020
El Paso County Commission Board Chair, Mark Waller, explains the state's move to tighten restrictions in light of a rise in COVID cases.
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October 30, 2020
Excerpted from the Colorado LEAP website:
The Colorado Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) is a federally funded program that helps eligible hard-working Colorado families, seniors and individuals pay a portion of their winter home heating costs. Our goal is to help bring warmth, comfort and safety to your home and family by assisting with heating costs.
CHECK ELIGIBILITY/APPLY HERE
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October 30, 2020
An encore edition of The Extra: Business Edition with Ted Robertson - First aired September 18, 2020
El Paso County Assessor, Steve Schleiker, dissects the much misunderstood Gallagher Amendment and discusses the possibility of its repeal and the potential impact.
DOWNOAD THE PDF PRESENTATION HERE
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October 30, 2020
Jonathan Toman with Peak Radar talks about what is happening in the Pikes Peak region.
October 30, 2020
*FREE* On-Line Resiliency Training
www.LetsTalkGrit.com
According to a study done in August 2020 by the Colorado Health Foundation, 53 percent of Coloradoans surveyed reported increased mental health strain, like depression, anxiety or loneliness, due to COVID-19. While our community might be positioned for a strong economic recovery, how are we managing our mental health to ensure we come out stronger on the other side of the pandemic?
Kathryn Dosch, Director, Veterans Health and Trauma Clinic UCCS, joined us on Afternoon News to share information about "GRIT", or, a Greater Resiliency Information Toolkit.
Listen Now to Learn How You Can Gain from GRIT!
October 30, 2020
This year's Hoedown for Heroes fundraiser to support veterans is November 6. It's all virtual. The details and how to join in are here: HOEDOWN
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October 30, 2020
KRDO's Andrew Rogers talks with El Paso County Sheriff's Office PIO, Jacqueline Kirby, about cases of COVID among inmates and staff at the criminal justice center.
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October 29, 2020
On Thursday's "The Extra", Colorado Springs Mayor John Suthers joined host Shannon Brinias to discuss a wide variety of issues facing the city and region. They spoke about the rising coronavirus numbers and the potential that state epidemiologists may recommend further limits on public activities. Mayor Suthers urged voters to pass Measure 2A which will prevent the ratcheting down of future years' budgets due to lower tax revenues in 2020. Mayor Suthers also discussed the important economic news involving Southwest Airlines starting flights in and out of Colorado Springs Airport and efforts to be chosen as the permanent home of U.S. Space Command.
October 29, 2020
As a member of the KRDO Newsradio community, we'd like your feedback to help make us better. Program Director, Andrew Rogers explains why your partnership with us in this research is so important and how you'll benefit.
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October 29, 2020
A rise in rates for Colorado Springs Utilities customers takes effect November 1. General Manager of Public Affairs, Cindy Newsome, explains why your rates are changing and what resources are available to you if you need help with your bill.
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October 29, 2020
There are 5 things you should know now if you're voting in this year's election. El Paso County Clerk and Recorder, Chuck Broerman explains.
More information available at govotecolorado.com and clerkandrecorder. Track your ballot HERE.
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October 29, 2020
City Councilor Don Knight explains the law enforcement component in the City's 2021 budget; shares his stance on Ballot Issue 2A; and talks about why the City is asking businesses to have their employees working remotely.
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October 29, 2020
A legacy, uncomplicated airline is coming to the Springs after being courted for decades, bringing new competition to the market and adding 13 daily flights, low fares and no fees. The airport's Greg Phillips explains.
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October 28, 2020
Becca Tonn with the Pikes Peak Workforce Center highlights some hiring events and a few job openings.
October 28, 2020
School District 11's Facilities Master Plan moves forward with an important aim and that is to provide an optimal learning environment and experience for students throughout the district.
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October 27, 2020
Colorado Springs Airport Director of Aviation, Greg Phillips, elaborates on the add of competitive flight, fare and destination options!
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October 27, 2020
***Sponsored Content***
The Weekly Market Wrap is a service of Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Ryan Plunkett, and airs Monday afternoons at 5:12 PM only on KRDO Newsradio!
Questions for Ryan? Reach him at (719) 380-1177.
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October 25, 2020
Bell & Pollock talk about on the job car crashes.
October 25, 2020
Greg Coopman talks with Brittany Donner of Donner Insurance Solutions.
October 25, 2020
Leadslingers Whiskey. Veteran owned and operated announcing the add of new spirits to their lineup.
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October 25, 2020
From first look to inspection to valuation, the flooring in your home, particularly the condition of your carpet can make a big difference in your home value. Allen Shipley, owner of CarpetCare Craftsman will tell you something about your carpet you might not know: it's an asset.
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October 24, 2020
In this show Jay Garvens fine tunes his Demographics stand and shows you what you can expect in our local and national real estate market. He will explain why it is important to get your ducks in a row now!
October 24, 2020
In this week's episode of Wake Up and Live with Antoinne Glover presented by Benton Capitol...
Antoinne shares some much needed good news about the economy. He discusses the "creative destruction" that COVID has brought about and why that's not a bad thing. Antoinne also asks the pivotal question "Are you lucky?"...you will find yourself answering "YES!" by the end of the show.
Join Antoinne Saturday mornings at 9:00 on KRDO Newsradio as he brings you the good in our community. He’ll cover real estate trends, new restaurants, the best hangouts, businesses and people making a difference in the Pikes Peak region. Now that’s a change everyone can agree on! Wake Up and Live, Saturday mornings at 9:00 AM only on KRDO Newsradio.
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October 24, 2020
The 15th Annual Colorado Springs Women’s Expo With a Cause is returning November 7 & 8 to the Norris Penrose Event Center. Mt. Carmel is a proud sponsor of this year's event and we have FREE tickets for women in the military, military veterans and military spouses. Visit www.veteranscenter.org to claim yours.
Next, Medicare Mentors announces open enrollment which allows carriers to review plans and optimize benefits. Stop by their Enrollment Wellness Fair November 14, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center.
Finally, The Enlisted Association is an active chapter locally, hosting events to financially support Angels of America's Fallen, and they are growing their membership, always welcoming younger veterans.
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October 24, 2020
County Commission Board Chair, Mark Waller, is working to develop a plan for the governor that will avoid the add of COVID restrictions in El Paso County. Mark explains that working with the governor's office has not been easy.
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October 24, 2020
The Colorado Patriot Guard Riders 2020 Toy Run to collect gifts and toys for Families of Fallen Service Members is a Go!
Stage and Toy Collection
9:30 – 10:45 AM: American Legion Post 38, 6685 Southmoor Drive, Fountain, CO 80817
Route and Safety Briefing: 10:50
KSU: 11:00 – 30 Mile LEO Escorted Ride, Much at Highway Speeds! Ending in Falcon, CO
Required Donation: $20 toy or gift card per bike.
All toys will be donated directly to the Tragedy Assistance Program/Survivor Outreach Services (TAPS/SOS) for Christmas distribution to children of fallen service members (ALL BRANCHES) across a 5 state region.
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October 24, 2020
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Free Report Fridays on KRDO's Afternoon News is sponsored by Barb Schlinker and Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Colorado Springs. FRF airs at 4:12 P.M. Fridays and features real estate news, information and a free report to help you buy your next home or sell the one you're in.
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October 24, 2020
With COVID cases on the rise in El Paso County, Commissioners have mobilized to respond. Board Chair, Mark Waller, says working with the governor has been frustrating where developing a plan to avoid a return to restrictions is crucial.
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October 24, 2020
Colorado Springs Airport Director of Aviation, Greg Phillips, announces the add of Southwest Airlines!
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October 24, 2020
The BBB's Krista Gustafson says seven businesses underwent the demanding review process for the 2020 Excellence in Customer Service Award.
This year's group of recipients included an exciting first for Penkus Motor Company and a record breaking #6 for The WireNut.
The full list of Excellence in Customer Service Award recipients:
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October 23, 2020
(Copy courtesy of El Pomar)
El Pomar’s Wildland Fire Fund Grants $50,000 to Local Red Cross Chapters in Response to
Colorado Wildfires
El Pomar Foundation has announced that its Wildland Fire Fund has granted a combined $50,000 to support the American Red Cross chapters of Southeastern, Northern, Western Colorado and the Mile High Area, in their efforts to shelter, feed and otherwise provide volunteer support to people displaced by the state’s recent wildfires.
Donations to American Red Cross for western wildfire relief can be made here: https://www.redcross.org/donate/western-wildfires-donations.html/
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October 23, 2020
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month!
In this edition of SBDC Live! on The Extra: Business Edition, KRDO's Ted Robertson is Co-Hosting with the SBDC's Aikta Marcoulier to talk with Dr. Shawn Murray, Chief Operating Officer at Information Systems Security Association and Small Business Owner Megan Lytle, owner of Lytle Electric. Listen now for free resources to keep you and your business safe in a cyber-insecure world.
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SBDC Live! with Aikta Marcoulier is presented by the Small Business Development Center of the Pikes Peak Region and is a production of KRDO Newsradio in partnership with the SBDC. SBDC Live! airs monthly on the 4th Friday at 9:00 a.m.
October 23, 2020
OKTOBERFEST to benefit CASSA of the Pikes Peak Region October 24, 3:00-8:00 PM. Tickets just $20 includes food, beer and live music.
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October 22, 2020
Greg Phillips with the Colorado Springs Airport talks about Southwest Airlines coming to Colorado Springs.
October 21, 2020
A level head will win the day especially during uncertain times.
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October 21, 2020
The cost to vote is high in person; the latest early voting numbers; balloting security and more with El Paso County Clerk and Recorder, Chuck Broerman.
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October 21, 2020
G.R.I.T. in the Time of COVID
*FREE* On-Line Resiliency Training
www.LetsTalkGrit.com
According to a study done in August 2020 by the Colorado Health Foundation, 53 percent of Coloradoans surveyed reported increased mental health strain, like depression, anxiety or loneliness, due to COVID-19. While our community might be positioned for a strong economic recovery, how are we managing our mental health to ensure we come out stronger on the other side of the pandemic?
Kathryn Dosch, Director, Veterans Health and Trauma Clinic UCCS, and Lori Jarvis, Executive Director, National Alliance on Mental Illness, joined us on The Extra to share information about "GRIT", or, a Greater Resiliency Information Toolkit.
Listen Now to Learn How You Can Gain from GRIT!
October 21, 2020
Crystal Volmer with the Pikes Peak Workforce Center highlights a couple hiring events and some job openings.
October 21, 2020
Mayor John Suthers talks about the spike we are seeing in COVID-19 cases, ways to celebrate Halloween and more.
October 20, 2020
Halloween is fun for kids but can be dangerous for your pets with all the candy around. Dr. Sarah Bohac has some tips and advice for keeping your furry friends safe and healthy.
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October 20, 2020
KRDO’s Hanna Knutson is working on a four part series called Beyond the Ballot. She’s taking a closer look at four significant ballot issues. Her focus in this interview is Proposition 114 - the re-introduction and management of gray wolves in Colorado. She's already looked at EE and will be breaking down Prop's 113 and 118 next. See the series here: Beyond the Ballot
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October 20, 2020
For more than 50 years, Venetucci Farm has given away free pumpkins to children across the region. Even with the challenges we have faced in 2020, Pikes Peak Community Foundation and Catamount Institute are partnering to ensure they deliver on the longstanding legacy of Nick and Bambi Venetucci. In this edition of The Extra, talking about the 2020 pumpkin giveaway, its educational and historical components, Sam Clark, Executive Director, Pikes Peak Community Foundation’s Real Estate Foundation, and Chris Aaby (OH-bee), Executive Director, Catamount Institute.
Learn More About Bambi Venetucci and Dammi La Mano
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October 20, 2020
Joining us for this edition of The Extra with information on how the arts are engaging creatively during this moment, are Daisy McGowan, Director and Chief Curator of the Galleries of Contemporary Art and Caitlin Lowans, Artistic Director for Theatreworks Colorado Springs.
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October 20, 2020
CSPD Chief Vince Niski talks about a crime stats, police accountability board and more.
October 20, 2020
(Copy Credit: El Paso County)
El Paso County Assessor Steve Schleiker is hosting an online forum to discuss property valuations ahead of the 2021 reappraisal year. The forum, which is geared primarily towards commercial property owners, commercial property managers, and commercial property agents, brokers and lenders is critical to helping the public understand how the COVID-19 pandemic may impact local property values.
“The combination of our red-hot real estate market and the COVID-19 pandemic is going to have some major impact on the 2021 property valuation process,” said Assessor Schleiker. “We need to start the conversation now so citizens are informed as to how their property taxes may be impacted and our work is transparent.”
Forum Details - Participate Via Zoom
Date: October 28, 2020
Time: 4:30 pm-6:00 pm
DOWNLOAD FULL ZOOM MEETING INSTRUCTIONS HERE
October 20, 2020
It's all about celebrating innovation! 2020's A Night of Excellence is free, all virtual and it happens Thursday, October 22, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.. Seven contenders are vying for the Excellence in Customer Service (EICS) Award. The BBB's Krista Gustafson has the details! REGISTER HERE
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