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It’s a packed field of candidates aiming to take a seat on Aurora City Council

Candidates are lining up quickly for five Aurora City Council seats that are up for election at the end of the year, with campaigns including those from a former Aurora councilmember, a former mayoral candidate and a current councilmember.

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New-to-chicken raising Coloradans may find they have roosters and not laying hens, sanctuary says

As egg prices continue to rise in Colorado and across the country, some people have decided to raise their own chickens and produce their own egg supply. One animal sanctuary is offering a warning to those who take on such a responsibility. 

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State’s airports receive nearly $20 million in state and local grants, with more to come

The Colorado Department of Transportation approved $13.8 million in funding for a statewide aviation grant program. In total, airports in Colorado will receive just over $18 million in grants when state and local money is fully allocated.

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Camping at Sandstone Ranch a ‘disaster waiting to happen,’ firefighters, residents warn

Douglas County calls it a ‘pilot program.’ Opponents call it a ‘firestarter kit.’ Despite fire safety warnings, financial concerns and widespread public opposition, county officials are moving forward with the pilot project to allow primitive camping at Sandstone Ranch.

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