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Seat belt use
Thanksgiving weekend is one of the highest travel weekend in the year. If you are one of the millions of people hitting the road, we …
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New Light Rail Lines Open
This weekend marked the opening of the new RTD Light Rail lines to the southeast metro area. The opening of the Southeast Line also marks …
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Air Quality
As winter weather moves along the front range, we become more conscious of air pollution –the frequency of ozone and air quality warnings increase in …
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School Violence Manual
Our library just received the 2006 edition of the Colorado School Violence Prevention and Student Discipline Manual by John W. Suthers, Attorney General of Colorado. …
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Three Governors in One Day
The election is over and the state has chosen a new governor. Despite all the mudslinging, this year’s election was rather tame when compared to …
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Colorado’s Hot Spots
Do you know where the hottest spot in Colorado is? According to the Colorado Geological Survey, the hottest spot in the state isn’t Denver, Aspen, …
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"Marriage Proposals" on Colorado's Ballot
Two of the ballot proposals receiving a lot of attention this November deal with marriage and domestic partnerships: Amendement 43 and Referendum I. If passed, …
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Fun and Facts About the Dead
Graveyards, ghosts, mummies – there is fun and fascination with the dead around October 31st. What is the story about disposing of human remains in …
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Referendum K
This November one of the ballot issues will be Referendum K, concerning whether or not the Colorado Attorney General should sue the Federal Government to …
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Economic Development Data Book
Our library just received the Economic Development Data Book, 2006, published by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade. Check it out! This …
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Traveling in Colorado
Winter travel in Colorado can be challenging because of the weather extremes and the difference in the topology of the state. The plains can be …
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Ballot Proposals Regarding School Finance
On the ballot this November are two proposals that deal with school district spending: Amendment 39 and Referendum J. Though closely related they do not …
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Most of us have some connection to those who have had to fight this dreaded and common cancer. …
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Audio version of the 2006 Legislative Blue Book
The Colorado Talking Book Library (CTBL) provides free service to Coloradans of all ages who are unable to read standard print material due to visual, …
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Term Limits and Retention of Judges
This November one of the ballot issues will be Amendment 40, concerning term limits for Supreme Court and appellate judges. This proposal asks voters to …
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Colorado Ballot Proposal Information
At this time Coloradans are receiving the Analysis of the 2006 Ballot Proposals (or “Blue Book”) in the mail. If you miss your copy, you …
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Avalanches in Colorado
While it may seem that the snow cover is simply a beautiful winter’s blanket, it ismore complicated and dangerous than many people realize. Snow avalanches …
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Historic Georgetown, Colorado
September and October can be great months for visiting Colorado’s high country, with fairly pleasant weather and the gorgeous fall foliage (but be prepared for …
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Our Changing Forests
Anyone driving in the mountains of Colorado cannot help but notice the dead trees due to the pine beetle epidemic affecting the western states. This …
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More Ideas for School Papers
Recently updated and on the Colorado State Publications Library (CoSPL) web site is a resource list called “School Research Topics: Notable Internet Resources from State …