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Greeley continues to be a state leader in poverty levels
Family economic security
Greeley Tribune: Greeley continues to be a state leader in poverty levels Almost one in three. That's how many children in Greeley live in poverty, according to data released in today's U.S. Census Bureau's 2010 American Community Survey.
The Denver Post: Comcast launches low-cost Internet access for Colorado students' needy families Comcast launched its "Internet Essentials" service in Colorado on Wednesday, promising to provide low-cost Internet connectivity, affordable computers and digital literacy training. The goal is to open the Internet to families with at least one child in grades K-12 who qualifies for free lunch, the company said. Free lunch is used as a federal measure of poverty.
Jobs and economic security Boulder Daily Camera: Boulder County median income drops 15% over decade Boulder County's median household income dropped 15 percent since 1999, a bigger decline than the state average, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Colorado News Agency commentary: Fast-and-loose 'facts' drive debate over tax hike on fall ballot As usual, it's best to vote your principles on the issue and pay no attention to the statistical arguments generated by either side. Including mention of the Colorado Center on Law and Policy's work in favor of Proposition 103.
