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| There are about 15 prisons in and on the outskirts of this place, and the mind-set is "Arrest, Lock-Up, Lock-Down. Colorado has more prisons than any other state in the nation. That is their "business." They need statistics to continue this business. Lots of testosterone just waiting for an opportunity to express power. Fremont County is extremely poor and has no ordinances governing licensing of contractors, so anyone can hang a shingle. They are also notorious for taking your money and running instead of doing the job. The Building Dept. says, "Oh, he's done that to lots of people, but we don't have laws to stop it." Yet, they arrested a 60+ yr old grandmother whose home was intruded by 3 women who thought because she was crying (over a leaking roof) that she needed to be put away in a psychiatric institution and tried to take her away. She was mortified, humiliated, had to spend a night in jail, had to pay for bail, had to undergo many court appearances and faced 6 years in prison - all because, after warning these 3 women 3 times, she got out her gun to get them out of her home. The sheriff never asked her what happened. They believed the women, who had only taken 2 classes with this lady over a year earlier and didn't really even know her. I know it sounds like it could never happen, but it did. Then they refused to allow her to press charges for breaking and entering and attemptede kidnapping against these women "because it would just look like revenge." I've been here 2 years and can't wait to get as far away from this attitude and stupidity. I feel like I moved to a Twilight Zone!
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| Best Decision I Ever Made - 1/1/2008
As a software consultant, I have traveled to many states/countries over the years, and often take vacation in the southwest U.S., mostly in Colorado. I have moved from a small rural community in[read more...]
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| Housing overpriced - 12/9/2007
Being from the South, I am used to much more home for the money. When I have to settle for one half the house for double the money, it does not work. Looking to relocate close to mountains in a[read more...]
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| Searching for a great family friendly and diverse - 12/2/2007
I live in colorado springs. I am married with an autistic child. I am a black female disabled veteran ( I was in the Air Force) my husband is in the Army. We have lived here for 3 years And I love[read more...]
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| Great place to raise a family - 10/25/2007
I just love Colorado. If you love the outdoors Colorado is hard to beat. Great place to raise a family. Lots of fit and attractive people who are not scared to carry on a halfway intelligent[read more...]
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| high taxes? - 9/28/2007
I've read several comments that taxes are high there. Could someone please explain? When I compare to Ohio it looks like the state income tax rate is lower (though it is flat- no exemptions?)[read more...]
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| Colorful Colorado - 8/27/2007
This time of year is my favorite in Colorado. With the passing of the hot summer days into the cool crisp evenings, there is an unbelievable climate balance. Up at the higher altitudes the golden[read more...]
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| air quality and water quality because of the blm d - 8/26/2007
In a recent visit to western colo I was shocked at how much drilling was going on there. Researching the affects of
drilling to the water and air quality was shocking . Not much is being said[read more...]
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| Colorado Springs - 8/16/2007
Colorado Springs, Colorado is a great place to live. Hiking, Biking, Rock climbing are a few activities that are dominate in this area. Weather is great, mild winters, cool summers with a nice[read more...]
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| Expensive - 7/11/2007
I am a native of Colorado and I am sad to say that it is just too expensive here! Its not home anymore with all the growth going on. Eventually, there will be no beautiful land left to enjoy. [read more...]
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| Denver Colorado - 6/19/2007
Denverr has a beautiful mountain range to view. [read more...]
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| Climate - 6/11/2007
State has a great climate. Not many annoying pests[read more...]
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| Local Media Xenophobia - 4/18/2007
One thing that really annoys me here is how the local media takes any & every global story and tries to connect it to the people in Colorad/Denver. However little there is a connection to Colorado,[read more...]
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| It's not bad, but I'd move if I could - 4/18/2007
I've read many posts and agree with both sides of the debate on Denver, although I lean toward the negative. I moved here 8 years ago, completely sucked into the idea that Colorado is such a great[read more...]
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| What it is really like in Colorado - 4/14/2007
Misconception: Denver is not actually in the mountains. We do not get a ton of snow (this winter the exception). If is does snow it is usually melted in a day. I have lived here now 15 yrs. The[read more...]
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| Mile Highness stands corrected! - 2/22/2007
I guess no matter what happens in Denver, it will always be the best place to live. Tell that to Denver Broncos Darrent Williams, who was killed by gangbangers in Denver New years Eve. Low crime[read more...]
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| Transferring to Englewood, CO for work next year - 7/16/2006
It looks like we might be moving to Englewood next year. We like country living, a little space, safe areas, and a little privacy. Average middle class family and can't afford a mansion but would[read more...]
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| Weather here has been wonderful! - 6/25/2006
The climate in Colorado is becoming very warm and even more arid then it has been in the past. The result is nine months of very nice weather with periods of coolness between October and February. [read more...]
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| Southeast Aurora - 6/11/2006
I live in a golf community called "Murphy Creek" which is located in Southeast Aurora. Aurora is an interesting location because there are parts of Aurora that are pretty "dicey" and other parts[read more...]
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| Denver vs Albuquerque - 6/5/2006
I have the opportunity to transfer with job from Denver, CO to Albuquerque, NM. Any opinions would be[read more...]
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| Great Quality of Life - 5/4/2006
The Boulder-Longmont area has a great quality of life. I grew up in the Midwest and lived in the California Bay area and would not trade what I have now for[read more...]
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