Safety for Seniors with Dementia
As people age, many start exhibiting signs of dementia. This could begin as small changes in memory and behaviors, eventually …
Amy Zimmer
Time Machine Tuesday: History of Term Limits in Colorado
In the 143 years that Colorado has been a state, the laws regarding terms of office for elected officials have …
How To Tell the Difference Between a Crow and a Raven
Crows and ravens appear very similar, so they are commonly mistaken for one another. If you look and listen carefully, …
Time Machine Tuesday: Recovering from the Dust Bowl
In the midst of the Great Depression, farmers on Colorado’s eastern plains also had to contend with another problem, the …
New Resources on Special Districts
Colorado has about 2,400 special districts, as designated by Title 32 of the Colorado Revised Statutes. Special districts provide specialized …
Chain/Traction Laws and Winter Driving
Drivers should be aware that the Legislature recently updated Colorado’s chain laws. The new law states that the Colorado Department …
Colorado Water Plan Update
What is the State of Colorado doing to address the future of our water resources? After two years in development, …
Native Bee Watch and Bee Resources
Bees are important to our ecosystem. As pollinators, they are essential to the growth of the fruits and vegetables we …
The Murals of Allen True
If you’ve ever been inside the State Capitol, the Brown Palace Hotel, or the Telephone Building on 14th Street, you’ve …
Distracted Driving in Colorado
In 2018, distracted drivers caused 15,673 vehicle crashes in Colorado, resulting in 53 deaths. In a recent survey by the …
NEW Liquor Law Resources
Colorado’s liquor laws changed significantly this year, most notably with the sale of full-strength beer in liquor stores. Back in …
Election Training Courses and Information
Election Day is coming up on Tuesday, November 5. If you’re involved in coordinating or staffing a polling place, the …
Creating a Community Animal Disaster Plan
First responders and researchers have found that during disasters, people are far less likely to evacuate if they are unable …
Time Machine Tuesday: Mine Accidents and Safety
Explosions. Cave-ins. Blasting accidents. Gas leaks. Floods. Carbon monoxide. In the nineteenth and early twentieth century, mining was one of …
Apprenticeships and Work-Based Learning
Want to learn a new trade, and earn a paycheck while you learn? Apprenticeships are a great way to advance …
Safe Crossings for Wildlife
Colorado’s rapid population growth affects wildlife by reducing habitat and bringing them in closer contact with humans. Vehicle collisions are …
Remembering Ruben Valdez
Colorado’s first Hispanic Speaker of the House, Ruben Valdez, passed away on Tuesday at age 82. He is remembered as …
Time Machine Tuesday: The Santa Fe Trail
During the nineteenth century the Santa Fe Trail played an important role in the westward expansion of the United States. …
911 Technology in Colorado
This month the Public Utilities Commission issued a new report on 911 services in Colorado. The General Assembly passed legislation …
Genetic Testing Scams Targeting Seniors
The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) is warning of a new type of scam that attempts to gain access …