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Local jobs at stake in budget stalemate Play Video
November 22, 2011 7:58 PM
Thousands of local jobs are in jeopardy after the Congressional "Supercommittee" failed to agree on spending cuts. The stalemate triggered $1 trillion in automatic cuts to Medicare and defense spending. Economist Fred Crowley of Southern Colorado Economic Forum says any cuts in defense spending will have a direct, negative... more » -
Concern and hope for local economy
August 6, 2011 12:44 AM
"I know first hand that the job market is pretty tough," says Jose Dominguez, a Colorado Springs resident. It took Dominguez a couple of months to find work when he first moved to Colorado Springs, and he knows others who are looking. David Welker, a Fort Carson soldier, says... more » -
Focus on the Family lays off 110 employees
August 2, 2010 2:34 PM
Focus on the Family has laid off 110 workers, leaving the conservative Christian group with about 750 employees. Focus spokesman Gary Schneeberger said Monday that 15 managers, including two senior executives, were among the layoffs. Most laid-off workers will still be on the payroll until Aug. 20. The... more » -
Donate to keep the fountain flowing
April 6, 2010 4:58 PM
The Friends of the Julie Penrose Fountain are trying to raise $12,500 to keep it running this summer. The fountain is in the heart of America the Beautiful Park. El Pomar will provide a matching grant if the money is raised. It goes toward maintenance, life guards and safety.... more » -
Almost 200 Colorado Springs city workers leaving
December 18, 2009 8:21 AM
Ninety-three Colorado Springs city employees are being laid off, and 88 more have opted for early retirement as the city works to cut costs next year. City spokeswoman Sue Skiffington-Blumberg said Thursday that for many, their last day of work will be this month. She says some won't be laid... more »
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