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Head Start, Early Head Start funding on federal chopping block
February 25, 2013 7:04 PM
If Congress fails to act, budget cuts could seriously impact local children and their access to early childhood education. The 'sequester'-- a series of automatic budget cuts-- has left funding for programs like Head Start and Early Head Start on the chopping block. The program provides free preschool and comprehensive... more » -
Comcast to provide Internet access to low-income families
September 21, 2011 4:38 PM
DENVER (AP) - Comcast says it will be providing low-income families in Colorado with Internet access and laptops at reduced prices to try to close what the company calls a "digital divide." Gov. John Hickenlooper and Denver Mayor Michael Hancock said during the program's announcement Wednesday that ensuring that... more » -
Report: Up to 44m more uninsured under GOP budget
May 10, 2011 4:57 PM
WASHINGTON (AP) - A new report says the House Republican budget would leave up to 44 million more low-income people uninsured as the federal government cuts states' Medicaid funding by more than one-third over the next 10 years. The study was issued Tuesday by two nonpartisan groups, the Kaiser... more » -
Salvation Army hosts toy giveaways in Pueblo
December 21, 2010 1:34 PM
The Salvation of Army of Pueblo is counting its blessings. Last week, they were desperate for toy and clothing donations--worried they wouldn't be able to help the 2,200 local children in need of help this Christmas. But they got so many donations, they're holding a free gift giveaway tomorrow--Dec. 22.... more » -
Operation Paintbrush to spruce-up Pueblo homes Saturday
September 10, 2010 1:38 PM
Volunteers will fan-out in Pueblo Saturday to paint the homes of selected low-income, elderly and disabled homeowners. Close to 250 volunteers will participate in this year's Operation Paintbrush, which will rehab close to two dozen home. A volunteer kick-off breakfast at 7 am will fortify the volunteers for the... more » -
Colorado weatherizes nearly 3,400 homes
July 8, 2010 8:38 AM
State and local agencies have weatherized nearly 3,400 homes in Colorado, triggering full access to the state's $79.5 million in stimulus funds for the work. Gov. Bill Ritter and Department of Energy officials noted Colorado's progress in a conference call Wednesday with the media. Annual program funds have paid... more » -
Free tax services available in Pueblo
February 2, 2010 6:48 PM
Starting Wednesday there's free tax help in Pueblo for low income households. Households making less than $49,000 per year may qualify for free income tax e-filing. VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) is providing free tax services February 3 through April 15. IRS certified volunteers will be available at six locations... more » -
Agencies ready to help struggling families this winter
October 19, 2009 8:11 PM
Natural gas inventories are at a record high, which means many Americans may pay less on their heating bills this winter. However, Energy Outreach Colorado says in this poor economy thousands will need help paying their bills. The group wants to remind everyone, November 1 is the first day you... more » -
Agencies ready to help struggling families this winter
October 19, 2009 8:04 PM
Natural gas inventories are at a record high, which means many Americans may pay less on their heating bills this winter. However, Energy Outreach Colorado says in this poor economy thousands will need help paying their bills. The group wants to remind everyone, November 1 is the first day you... more »
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