Rich Lewis, aka, The Medicare Mentor, is the one person you should talk to for help navigating the Medicare maze. Time is of the essence. The enrollment window is open and if you're already in the system, now is the time to review your coverage and make changes.
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Celebrating, serving and supporting women for more than 30 years and bringing the Women's Living Expo to Colorado Springs for 15, founder Barbara Donnell has made the event over, added Up Front Women - a panel discussion featuring successful women - and put military friendliness and resources at the fore.
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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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*FREE* On-Line Resiliency Training
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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
A city on the rise; inspiring; experiential; a renaissance city. Those descriptors, among others, are thought to best describe Colorado Springs, AKA, Olympic City USA. Three of the city's most ardent and inspired advocates explain.
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After months of living with the stresses of COVID many of us are becoming less focused. We're distracted, absent minded at times and even forgetful. We might be losing sleep and not functioning as well as we did pre-pandemic. You're not losing your mind and you're not alone. Neuro Hope Psychotherapy & Neurofeedback's Dr. Zoe Bonack explains what's happening to you and offers advice on how to regain your footing.
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COVID's negative impact to public health is far reaching and manifests itself in more than ways than one might expect. Families are being hit hard by stress and anxiety brought on in large part by employment and money problems. That can lead to unreported incidences of domestic abuse. County Commissioner Cami Bremer explains and offers resources for getting help.
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Ballot scanning and counting accuracy testing is under way ahead of the presidential election. County Clerk and Recorder, Chuck Broerman, explains what his office is doing to keep your ballot secure and you safe when voting during the pandemic.
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KRDO NewsChannel 13's, Julia Donovan, is covering the El Paso County Health Department and its growing concerns over COVID case numbers. If they trend upward, the county's COVID restrictions could change.
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El Paso County Homeless Veterans Coalition Executive Director James Griffith recently organized and hosted the 22nd annual homeless veterans stand down, connecting those in need with essentials and services to help them through the cold months and beyond.
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COS Airport's Dana Schield updates on new routes at the airport; flying during COVID and an exercise in disaster preparedness!
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Under the crushing weight of COVID, social unrest, election season, job and money worries, and so much more, is it any wonder so many of us are suffering from headaches? Manual Edge Physiotherapy founder and owner, Tim Bonack, explains what causes the body to make headaches and how you can put a stop to them.
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September is Hunger Action Month! Care & Share's Joanna Wise says your donation, no matter how small or large, will have a huge impact! Want to do more? Yes! You can!
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School District 11's Superintendent, Dr. Michael Thomas updates on the start of the school year. It's been a combination of successes and challenges.
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$30 Million Military Family Relief Initiative Provides Continued Support for Military Families Impacted by COVID-19
While Labor Day traditionally provides a day off in recognition of the American worker, this year it is a reminder of the more than 30 million Americans out of work because of the COVID-19 health crisis. And as many families struggle to pay rent and utilities and put food on the table, military families have been hit especially hard with the unemployment rate for military spouses at nearly 30-percent and more than 23,000 guardsmen currently deployed stateside, which creates additional stressors. To provide direct assistance, including financial relief, USAA has committed $30 million to its Military Family Relief Initiative, the largest one-time philanthropic contribution in USAA’s nearly 100-year history. Two dozen military and general aid non-profit organizations will receive support, with nearly $20 million directed to military aid societies and organizations that support all five branches of the military through grants, interest-free loans, and other types of support. Another $10 million will be provided to organizations that offer career support; childcare and educational services for military children; and programs that support caregivers, families of the fallen, and wounded, ill, and injured military personnel.
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Grants Up to $20,000 Are Available for El Paso County Small Business and Non-Profits
El Paso County's, Crystal LaTier; County Commissioner, Stan VanderWerf; and Colorado Enterprise Fund's, Cory Arcarese, explain the El Paso County Regional Business Relief Fund, who is eligible and how to apply.
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National Museum of World War II Aviation Features WWII-Era Veterans
There are few WWII-era veterans left, and the National Museum of World War II Aviation is providing an opportunity for the community to meet-and-greet some of these honored WWII veterans.
Scheduled to appear are:
- Ed Beck, a POW captured during the Battle of the Bulge who escaped from the Nazis
- Marilyn Doenges, a wartime nurse who served in Britain
- JJ Inman, a Flying Tiger flying missions out of China
- Noe Romero, who was on the Yorktown when it was torpedoed at the battle of Midway
- Bill Roche, a B-17 gunner who was shot down by German aircraft twice; later taught at the U.S. Air Force Academy
Advance admission purchases are advised for this event because advance ticket holders will be given priority to enter the museum. Appropriate social distancing and face masks will be strictly required.
Historic note: 75 years ago on August 14, 1945 the Japanese surrendered, and hostilities in WWII ceased. The formal surrender of Japanese forces was signed Sept. 2, 1945.
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A city fighting back against COVID's chilling effect on their economy through the formation of public/private partnerships; an entrepreneurial group enlisted to help; a committee formed to bolster economic resiliency, and central to it all, the City of Woodland Park's Community Engagement Manager. How are they faring?
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*"The Cure for the Common City" is a phrase coined and first used 8/14/2020 by Jenny Constantine of Constantine Copywriting.
El Paso County Department of Human Services' Kristina Iodice says that as of early August, more than 2,000 SNAP recipients had incomplete files and must take immediate action to submit documentation to receive benefits.
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Care and Share's Marketing and Communications Director, Joanna Wise, announces Hunger Action Month coming in September and talks about how Care and Share is fighting food insecurity and hunger in Pueblo.
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The Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management's Jim Reid is in for his monthly update for Preparedness Day on Afternoon News.
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Living and Working with the COVID-19 Pandemic
A discussion about our daily processes and procedures, and the emotional and mental wear and tear associated with the COVID 19 Pandemic.
Soteric Group's Steven Sanchez is available to answer your questions at: (719) 432-7006
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In these challenging time, seniors and children are at higher risk for abuse and neglect. El Paso County Department of Human Service's Kristina Iodice explains and offers ways you can help.
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***UPDATE*** D11 HAS ANNOUNCED THAT THE SCHOOL YEAR WILL NOW BEGIN ON AUGUST 24
School District 11's Superintendent, Dr. Michael Thomas, shares details about Return to Learn. School will soon be back in session and the district has made plans to accommodate all students safely and in a variety of ways.
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COVID's been keeping performers out of work... until now. COPPeR's Andy Vick introduces "Curbside Culture", a new program making it possible for you to bring in-person performance right to your doorstep!
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The BIG Small Business Week 2020 is just days away! It's all safely virtual and FREE! Attend from the comfort of your home or office. BBB CEO, Jonathan Liebert, and SBDC's Executive Director, Aikta Marcoulier, offer an energetic, day-by-day preview of what's to come!
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Small Business Week 2020 is just days away! Join the Networks of KRDO, Better Business Bureau and the Small Business Development Center in celebrating small business in the Pikes Peak region July 27 - 31! All events are free, safely virtual and you can join in from the comfort of your home or office!
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These Springs drone pilots prove that COVID can't keep the human spirit down! Hollywood drone cinematographer Michael-Ryan Fletchal and Pikes Peak Aerial's Scott Randall shot the Springs from above during the height of the lockdown. They were looking for a way to portray these times in a non-apocalyptic light and they found it! Watch Beauty in the Stillness to see the Springs as you've never seen it before. See "Beauty in the Stillness" Here
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The SBDC's Aikta Marcoulier shares information and details about this year's Small Business Week event. Billed as one of the biggest in the state and possibly the country, SBW 2020 is all "virtual" this year due to the pandemic. That hasn't dampened enthusiasm and attendance this year could top the previous 18!
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Communications volunteer, John Henry, offers the good news! The National Museum of WWII Aviation is reopening! Preview the exhibits, buy your tickets and much more at the museum's new website HERE!
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President of the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Board, Mike McCoy, explains the extremely difficult decision he and his fellow board members made to cancel this year's event. The rodeo has been in existence since 1937. In all of those years, it was only cancelled once before during WWII. Mike says the rodeo will coming roaring back in 2021 bigger, badder and better than ever!
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Chair of the Board of El Paso County Commissioners, Mark Waller, explains what he latest approved variance from the state's "safer at home" guidelines means for business and consumers.
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Kevin Shaughnessy, VP of Operations for Phil Long Dealerships, explains the company's service to the community first in the form of free oil changes and safety checks for front line essential workers and now the offer free vehicle sanitizing and safety checks for all of the community.
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KRDO's Digital Content Manager, Andrew McMillan, recently talked with the Mayor of Manitou Springs about pressure he and the City are under from protesters to re-open the iconic Manitou Incline.
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Our panel of guests today assesses COVID's impact to commerce and small business; shares how they see businesses coping and offers a broad range of resources to help you and your business pivot as a means of adapting to survive; become resilient to bolster staying power; focus on your health, mental wellness, and more.
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For assistance to help you get your business through:
Yemi Mobolade
Small Business Development Administrator for the City of Colorado Springs
yemi.mobolade@coloradosprings.gov
www.coloradosprings.gov and look for "COVID-19 Help"
Crystal LaTier
Executive Director of Economic Development
El Paso County Department of Economic Development
www.elpasoco.com
Natasha Main
Executive Director
Exponential Impact
www.exponentialimpact.com/small-business-emergency-relief-fund/
The Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency management's, Jim Reid, updates on programs, plans and strategies for coping with COVID and more.
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He's Dave Ramsey trusted and endorsed with good reason. He's a masterful planner and practitioner of the legal profession. Kevin Hancock shares his views on the effect the pandemic has had on the practice of law and planning ahead.
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Part 2 of Rocky Mountain Wealth Partner's Robert Stanlick's "What's-Next" look at the 2020 economy in light of the pandemic.
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The Colorado Springs Conservatory serves a vital purpose in a child's life. Music as art touches, moves and inspires. It's a language that once learned, opens up infinite possibilities for expression. Enjoy this few minutes with Linda Weise. Then, join us on KRDO's Afternoon News for First Wednesdays with the Conservatory beginning June 3rd at 4:35 P.M.
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In our monthly check-in, El Paso County Board of County Commissioners chair, Mark Waller, shares details of the investigation into his residency and eligibility to serve as commissioner for District 2 in which he was cleared. He also discusses prospects for the BOCC's approval of waivers to re-open more businesses in the county.
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Part 1 of Rocky Mountain Wealth Partner's Robert Stanlick's "What's-Next" look at the 2020 economy in light of the pandemic.
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Our monthly check-in with School District 11's Dr. Michael Thomas. The district is grappling with budget cuts; keeping in close contact with its staff and parents, and is evaluating the state's newly proposed guidelines for reopening schools to in-person learning in the Fall of this year.
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Special coverage of COVID-19 in Colorado: Recovery and Relief ...A Town Hall this Sunday at 4:00 p.m. on NewsChannel 13. Bart Bedsole and Heather Skold go in-depth on the pressing issues from testing, the economy, schools and a possible second wave.
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A craft brewer is leading a coalition of 125 and growing. Colorado Strong Pale Ale is being brewed across the state to help raise funds for pandemic front-liners! GET THE DETAILS/DONATE/FIND IT NEAR YOU
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