Nov 17 2015
by Luanne Kadlub Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Sofa Sunday and Cyber Monday equal one giant excuse to get out there and shop till you drop, whether it’s hitting local stores as soon as they open on Thanksgiving or the morning after, or plopping yourself down in front of your computer to take advantage of …
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Nov 11 2015
Invigorate your holiday season with a gift-giving strategy that fulfills the giver and the receiver alike. Here’s a list of unique Colorado – inspired offerings that range from toys and tools to sleigh rides and adventure gear sure to spark smiles, warm homes, and invite adventure. When it comes to gift-giving Colorado style, wrap up …
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Nov 04 2015
Rumors that interest rates may rise soon have some homeowners looking to refinance. Scammers are taking advantage of this interest by fooling homeowners with false promises and upfront fees. How the Scam Works: You receive an email, phone call or flyer offering you a great deal on refinancing your home. The company may promise you a …
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Oct 08 2015
Next time you call the customer service department of your credit or debit card, be sure to double check the number. Scammers are purchasing phone numbers similar to those of customer service lines and fooling card holders into sharing account information. How the Scam Works: You have an issue with your credit card, so you …
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Sep 29 2015
The likelihood that you and your family will recover from an emergency tomorrow often depends on the planning and preparation done today. While each person’s abilities and needs are unique, every individual can take steps to prepare for all kinds of emergencies. By evaluating your own personal needs and making an emergency plan that fits …
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Sep 09 2015
Turn in your unused or expired household prescription/over-the-counter medication for safe disposal. Saturday – September 26, 2015 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM For the disposal location closest to you: www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov The following items WILL NOT be accepted: Needles and Sharps, Mercury (thermometers), Oxygen Containers, Chemotherapy/Radioactive Substances, Pressurized Canisters, Illicit Drugs Tienes medicamentos? Entrega tus medicamentos …
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Aug 25 2015
As the thermometer rises, so do serious health risks for seniors and those with chronic medical problems. The risk of potentially deadly heat-related illnesses can increase with a combination of high temperatures, certain lifestyle factors and general health, according to the U.S. National Institute on Aging. Lifestyle factors that increase the dangers include not drinking …
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Aug 18 2015
According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, there have been 11 human cases of tularemia in Colorado since May of this year. Sixteen human tularemia cases were reported in 2014, the second highest number of cases in Colorado since 1983 when there were 20 cases. The previous average was fewer than four …
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Aug 13 2015
Summer is unfortunately the season for home improvement scams and fly-by-night contractors. BBB has received reports of contractors luring victims with a great deal on driveway paving only to stick them with a stiff bill. How the Scam Works: You answer the door, and it’s a construction contractor. He says that he’s just completed a …
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Aug 12 2015
Distracted driving is a growing – and dangerous – recurring event in the United States. Any activity from talking on a cell phone, looking at a GPS system, to eating or drinking while driving is a distraction and can endanger the driver, passengers, and bystanders. Probably the most alarming distraction of all is text messaging …
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Jul 31 2015
A group of scammers who falsely promised consumers new Medicare cards in order to obtain their bank account numbers and debit their accounts will be banned from selling healthcare-related products and services under settlements with the Federal Trade Commission. The settlements resolve charges the FTC filed last year against Benjamin Todd Workman and Glenn Erikson …
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Jul 10 2015
By Robert Stack, Rocky Mountain National Park volunteer There is a big birthday party happening this year and you are invited! Your Rocky Mountain National Park, Rocky, is turning 100 years old. Its official birthday was Monday, January 26, 2015. And how do you begin to celebrate 100 years of achievements and relationships on one …
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