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Douglas County School Vouchers

June 22, 2011 Government
Douglas County School Voucher Program Challenged in Court

Did Douglas County School Officials really thought they would get away with the new school voucher system that funnels tax payer dollars into private schools? Today the Denver Post reports that the ACLU has sued Douglas County over the new school vouchers. The ACLU has also asked the court for an injunction to stop the [...]

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Neighborhood Issues and Who to Call

August 26, 2009 Government

Neighborhood Issues and Who to Call Many neighborhoods never have to experience it, but some do: Noisy neighbors. Parties out of control. Dogs barking through the night. Stuff like this is what drives many people almost insane. Instead of everyone being a little more considerate – especially during night time – some people choose just [...]

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FasTracks derailed?

March 11, 2009 Government

FasTracks derailed? It seems like the FasTracks program is derailed quite a bit. The situation is so bad that the Denver Metro Mayors want to double (!) the sales tax percentage the project is already receiving due to the declining income in Sales Tax due to the economy. Some mayors even think that will not [...]

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Voter Registration Deadline

October 3, 2008 Government

Voter Registration Deadline The year 2008 is a very important year to vote. Not only will we have to vote for a new president, but overall the ballots this year are carrying tons of other issues to decide on. As a matter of fact – the ballots this year are the longest since 1912. Volunteers [...]

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Highlands Ranch – Douglas County School District 2008 Update

June 1, 2008 Government

Highlands Ranch – Douglas County School District 2008 Update If you live in Highlands Ranch you eventually received the annual report from Douglas County School District. There are quite some interesting numbers in there that might be of interest for you. How many students do think are currently registered with the Douglas County School District? [...]

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