# paso county (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover paso county. Page: Feed: --- ## [Pueblo ranked top 10 in a poll of the most envied places to buy a first home](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/pueblo-ranked-top-10-in-a-poll-of-the-most-envied-places-to-buy-a-1st-home) _2026-08-20 · Tony Keith · Consumer_ Pueblo County’s single-family housing market is showing signs of a slowdown, with home sales and prices falling in July as buyers take more time to make decisions. ## [FDA upgrades egg recall to highest health-risk level amid string of food safety concerns](https://www.koaa.com/money/consumer/fda-upgrades-egg-recall-to-highest-health-risk-level-amid-string-of-food-safety-concerns) _2026-08-18 · Jessica Porter · Consumer_ The FDA has upgraded an egg recall to a Class I designation, its highest health-risk level, due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recall is linked to 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations. ## [Cargill lockout in Fort Morgan ends after 88 days as union approves new five-year contract](https://www.koaa.com/money/consumer/cargill-lockout-in-fort-morgan-ends-after-88-days-as-union-approves-new-five-year-contract) _2026-08-18 · Óscar Contreras · Consumer_ The union representing nearly 2,000 workers at a meatpacking plant in Fort Morgan said workers will soon be able to return to their jobs after members overwhelmingly approved a new contract Monday. ## [How Colorado's new sports betting regulations affect platforms, bettors](https://www.koaa.com/money/consumer/how-colorados-new-sports-betting-regulations-affect-platforms-bettors) _2026-08-14 · Alex Dowd · Consumer_ The state Division of Gaming report recorded that Coloradans wagered about $853.7 million dollars on the sport. This year, online sports betting will look different due to a new law that went into effect Aug. 12. ## ['Whiskey' business: liquor stores not concerned about tariffs on Canadian imports](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/in-your-community/east-side/whiskey-business-liquor-stores-not-concerned-about-tariffs-on-canadian-imports) _2026-08-13 · Noah Caplan · Consumer_ New tariffs on Canadian imports are slated to start next week, and locally owned liquor stores say it is a waiting game that comes down to two things. ## [City of Fountain sets single-day electricity usage in July, offering utility payment assistance](https://www.koaa.com/money/consumer/city-of-fountain-sets-single-day-electricity-usage-in-july-offering-utility-payment-assistance) _2026-08-13 · Aidan Hulting · Consumer_ The City of Fountain is making sure residents know about the utility payment assistance after the city set a new record in July. ## [Xcel's coal plant has been offline for a year. Who will pay the repair bill?](https://www.koaa.com/money/consumer/xcels-coal-plant-has-been-offline-for-a-year-who-will-pay-the-repair-bill) _2026-08-12 · Ethan Carlson · Consumer_ One year after Xcel Energy's power plant went offline, a Colorado consumer watchdog group is raising concerns that customers could end up footing the bill for repairs and related power costs. ## [Colorado sheriff warns Aspen Acres Fire victims to watch for contractor fraud](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/colorado-sheriff-warns-aspen-acres-fire-victims-to-watch-for-contractor-fraud) _2026-08-10 · Tony Keith · Consumer_ As residents rebuild following the Aspen Acres Fire, the Custer County Sheriff's Office is warning the community to watch for contractor fraud. ## [Colorado Springs buyers have more options as home sales cool in July](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/colorado-springs-buyers-have-more-options-as-home-sales-cool-in-july) _2026-08-06 · Tony Keith · Consumer_ Andrea Warner, chair of the Pikes Peak Association of REALTORS, says the Pikes Peak region's housing market remained largely stable in July... ## [Mt. Carmel services expand to Westcliffe, providing resources and support](https://www.koaa.com/community/you-are-not-alone/mt-carmel-services-expand-to-westcliffe-providing-resources-and-support) _2026-07-31 · Ashleigh Quintana · You Are Not Alone_ The Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center says they are expanding their resources to the West Custer County Library. ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gFxI7HyMWXNj) _2026-07-31 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and start investing with low-cost global access. ## [New fabrication facility expected to bring 135 jobs to Monument area](https://www.koaa.com/news/state-of-growth/new-fabrication-facility-expected-to-bring-135-jobs-to-monument-area) _2026-07-31 · Aidan Hulting · State of Growth_ New business growth in the Monument area is expected to bring 135 new jobs, boosting the manufacturing industry in El Paso County. ## ['Market Clock' tool gives a snapshot of the Colorado housing market](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/market-clock-tool-gives-a-snapshot-of-the-colorado-housing-market) _2026-07-29 · Tony Keith · Consumer_ A new online tool from Realtor.com aims to help home buyers and sellers better understand the local housing market before making one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives. ## [Mount Carmel Veterans Service Center celebrates 10 years as a nonprofit](https://www.koaa.com/community/you-are-not-alone/mount-carmel-veterans-service-center-celebrates-10-years-as-a-nonprofit) _2026-06-12 · Carl Winder · You Are Not Alone_ A group that has made a difference in thousands of veterans lives is celebrating a milestone. Mount Carmel Veterans Service Center is celebrating 10 years as a nonprofit. ## [El Paso County Veterans Expo aims to connect vets with benefits resources Wednesday](https://www.koaa.com/community/you-are-not-alone/el-paso-county-veterans-expo-aims-to-connect-vets-with-benefits-resources-wednesday) _2026-06-08 · Ryan Mutch · You Are Not Alone_ El Paso County's 2026 Veterans Expo is Wednesday at the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, with more than 100 vendors to help vets access benefits. ## [El Paso County is hosting the 2026 Veterans Expo this June](https://www.koaa.com/community/you-are-not-alone/el-paso-county-is-hosting-the-2026-veterans-expo-this-june) _2026-06-04 · Aidan Hulting · You Are Not Alone_ The El Paso County Government will be hosting its annual Veterans Expo on June 10 at the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts. ## [Carson Connector rideshare service launches free for Fort Carson service members and families](https://www.koaa.com/community/you-are-not-alone/carson-connector-rideshare-service-launches-free-for-fort-carson-service-members-and-families) _2026-06-01 · Angela Berry · You Are Not Alone_ The City of Fountain and Army officials are teaming up to launch the Carson Connector, a free rideshare service for service members, their families, and base workers at Fort Carson. ## [Connected by War: A message between two Korean War Veterans after 76 years](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/connected-by-war-a-message-between-two-korean-war-veterans-after-76-years) _2026-05-29 · You Are Not Alone_ Separated by thousands of miles but connected by the Korean War, a Colorado Springs veteran and a South Korean veteran share messages of gratitude, sacrifice and remembrance years after the conflict. ## [2026 Memorial Day ceremonies honoring veterans across Southern Colorado](https://www.koaa.com/community/you-are-not-alone/2026-memorial-day-ceremonies-honoring-veterans-across-southern-colorado) _2026-05-21 · Aidan Hulting · You Are Not Alone_ Across Southern Colorado, there are many different Memorial Day ceremonies honoring the sacrifice and service veterans have given to the United States. ## [Fort Carson honors fallen soldiers ahead of Memorial Day with Mountain Post War Memorial Ceremony](https://www.koaa.com/community/you-are-not-alone/fort-carson-honors-fallen-soldiers-ahead-of-memorial-day-with-mountain-post-war-memorial-ceremony) _2026-05-21 · Ryan Mutch · You Are Not Alone_ Fort Carson held its annual Mountain Post War Memorial Ceremony honoring 407 fallen soldiers, including Sgt. Benjamin Pennington. ## [8th annual Angel Run to raise thousands for the families of fallen soldiers](https://www.koaa.com/around-town/8th-annual-angel-run-to-raise-thousands-for-the-families-of-fallen-soldiers) _2026-05-21 · Aidan Hulting · You Are Not Alone_ This 10k and 5k run/walk is a great way to kick off the holiday, get outside, and help military families in our community. All proceeds from the event are donated to Angels of America's Fallen. ## [Meet Claude, the AI assistant (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7EAk2xU1z1I0) _2026-05-21 · **Sponsored**_ Conversational AI to answer questions, brainstorm ideas, and help with tasks. ## [Monument distillery becomes a space for veteran mental health support and connection](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/in-your-community/north-side/monument-distillery-becomes-a-space-for-veteran-mental-health-support-and-connection) _2026-05-20 · You Are Not Alone_ A Monument distillery is turning veteran mental health into its mission. Through its annual “Zero K for Veteran Mental Health” event, the bar connects veterans and families with support and resources. ## [Residents raise concerns as 144-unit complex brings safety fears to accident-prone intersection](https://www.koaa.com/news/state-of-growth/residents-threaten-to-move-as-144-unit-complex-brings-safety-fears-to-accident-prone-intersection) _2026-02-11 · Noah Caplan · State of Growth_ A 144-unit affordable housing development under construction near North Carefree Circle and Peterson Road has neighbors worried about increased traffic and pedestrian safety. ## [Filling the gap: with more building in 2025, how that aids Colorado Springs' housing shortage](https://www.koaa.com/news/state-of-growth/filling-the-gap-with-more-building-in-2025-how-that-aids-colorado-springs-housing-shortage) _2026-01-15 · Noah Caplan · State of Growth_ A housing shortage in the Olympic City is taking its toll on all income levels, from those seeking their first apartment to families looking to upgrade from starter homes. ## [After three years of decline, Pikes Peak Region sees 31% surge in commercial building permits in 2025](https://www.koaa.com/news/state-of-growth/after-three-years-of-decline-colorado-springs-sees-31-surge-in-commercial-building-permits-in-2025) _2026-01-06 · Noah Caplan · State of Growth_ The Pikes Peak region experienced significant construction growth in 2025, with approved permits for commercial properties increasing by 31% compared to the previous year. ## [Monument mixed-use development brings housing, businesses to historic downtown](https://www.koaa.com/news/state-of-growth/monument-mixed-use-development-brings-housing-businesses-to-historic-downtown) _2025-12-23 · Noah Caplan · State of Growth_ A new mixed-use development in Monument is bringing both residential and commercial spaces to the historic downtown area. ## [El Paso County's aging population impacting workforce](https://www.koaa.com/news/state-of-growth/el-paso-countys-aging-population-impacting-workforce) _2025-12-16 · Noah Caplan · State of Growth_ Data shows that while the older population continues to grow, El Paso County's working-age demographics are not keeping pace with this growth. ## [Old Colorado City businesses hopeful for District's Development Authority](https://www.koaa.com/news/state-of-growth/old-colorado-city-businesses-hopeful-for-districts-development-authority) _2025-12-09 · Noah Caplan · State of Growth_ Voter-approved 11-member board would represent more than 400 businesses and provide direct communication with city officials ## [Colorado job vacancies down slightly in Q3, reflecting national trends](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/colorado-job-vacancies-down-slightly-in-q3-reflecting-national-trends) _2025-11-30 · Meghan Glova · State of Growth_ New report shows Colorado job vacancies are down slightly this quarter, Colorado Springs sees increase ## [Need for affordable senior housing grows as El Paso County’s senior population rises](https://www.koaa.com/news/local-news/need-for-affordable-senior-housing-grows-as-el-paso-countys-senior-population-rises) _2025-11-28 · State of Growth_ Colorado’s senior population continues to grow, and so does the cost of living. The Colorado State Demography Office projects that more than 1.1 million Coloradans will be over the age of 65 by 2030. ## [Realtime AI Arbitrage Terminal (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/U73dMcMwjWX5) _2025-11-28 · **Sponsored**_ Realtime auto-trading across exchanges with scored setups, backtesting, and risk controls. ## [Downtown Partnership releases plan for next decade of development in Downtown Colorado Springs](https://www.koaa.com/news/downtown-partnership-releases-plan-for-next-decade-of-development-in-downtown-colorado-springs) _2025-11-19 · Owen Skornik-Hayes · State of Growth_ The new blueprint for improvement spans a decade and incorporates some of the most popular public requests.