Archives » March 5th, 2008

January airport revenue strong

Neither inclement weather nor an iffy national economy seemed to affect Colorado Springs Airport revenue and operations during January.
Total revenue at the airport for the month was up 10.6 percent to more than $1.84 million, compared to $1.66 million in January 2007.
The news is a sign that activity levels and […]

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Air Force thwarts Boeing, awards contract to European company

The Associated Press
WASHINGTON – The Boeing Co. wants the Air Force to immediately explain why it awarded a $35 billion contract to rival European Aeronautic Defense and Space Co. and its partner, Northrop Grumman Corp.
The contract was for supplying air-to-air refueling tankers to the Air Force, which Boeing has been doing for […]

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County seeking judge applicants

The Fourth Judicial District is seeking applicants for a new county court judgeship that starts July 1.
The legislature created the new position last year to help address crowded El Paso and Teller county dockets.
Eligible candidates must live in El Paso County and must be admitted to the practice of law in […]

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Retiring? Better have at least $225,000

A couple retiring this year will need about $225,000 in savings just to cover medical costs in retirement, according to analysis by Fidelity Investments.
The figure, calculated for a couple age 65, is up 4.7 percent from the $215,000 estimate for 2007, the financial services company said.
And it is similar to […]

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