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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 » -
One CEO states reasons for moving company to Colorado Play Video
October 14, 2011 7:33 PM
"Having access to your representatives is a very important asset for the community and we have that in town," says CEO and President of dpiX,, LLC Frank Caris. "It's very important, it's an asset that we should exploit," he adds. dpiX specializes in making digital X-rays, as well as... more » -
Health of economy in Southern Colorado Play Video
October 14, 2011 7:14 PM
Friday marked the 15th Annual Southern Colorado Economic Forum. It was held at the Antlers Hotel in downtown Colorado Springs. The forum brings together economists, business owners, and experts from public, private and academic sectors. Experts and business owners talk about the overall health of the local economy.... more » -
Housing market puts $50K more in buyers' pockets
July 25, 2011 8:05 PM
It's a great time to buy a house in the Colorado Springs area, but not such a great time to sell one. Economist Fred Crowley says low prices and low interest rates are creating a unique buying environment. "Prices for existing homes have dropped quite a bit, in some... more » -
El Paso county's economy looking up
November 23, 2009 10:37 PM
El Paso County's economy is moving in the right direction, according to a quarterly study put together by the Southern Colorado Economic Forum. The study looks at 10 different factors to see how the economy is moving, everything from retail sales to employment to the housing industry. Seven of... more »
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