By Linda Hobbs
The Fountain Valley Animal Hospital (FVAH) has been a fixture in the community for as long as anyone can remember. They finally outgrew their old facility, both in space and the range of services they want to offer. The hospital moved on May 28 to a larger facility just around the corner at 311 Main Street in Security. They now offer in-house surgical procedures, x-rays, orthopedic surgery, laboratory diagnostics, immunizations, pet supplies, a full-service pharmacy, emergency care and dentistry.
"We do it all here now," said Dr, Sheila Schaffer, DVM. "We've raised the quality of service available to all our clients."
FVAH used to offer mostly out-patient services. Now, animals can receive full medical care on-site, under the supervision of two experienced doctors, Dr. Schaffer and Dr. Monica Campos, DVM.
Providing service for cats, dogs and "pocket pets" such as rabbits and guinea pigs, the clinic's emphasis is preventative care, keeping animals healthy over the course of their lives, from puppies and kittens, through adulthood to the unique concerns of geriatric care. The staff of FVAH have joined the overall shift in veterinary medicine from emphasizing the curing aliments to preventing aliments altogether.
Immunizations: The first line of defense in preventing some of the common diseases in animals. FVAH staff will discuss which vaccines best fit your animal's lifestyle.
Internal Medicine: Pets can have a range of digestive problems, either from parasites like Giardia or from eating things they shouldn't eat. The important thing is to figure out what is making the animal sick as quickly as possible, for the least amount of damage.
Surgery: Now offering a state-of-the-art surgical suite, FVAH provides a range of veterinary surgical procedures.
Emergency care: FVAH is prepared to take on the special challenges of animal emergency care with a full lab, x-ray, pharmacy and surgical suite.
Laboratory: Having an on-site lab means the hospital can diagnose and treat immediately.
X-Rays: X-rays are vital in determining the cause and treatment of illness, and FVAH is now equipped with x-ray (called radiograph) equipment.
The list goes on, as Dr. Schaffer has worked hard to make FVAH a full-service veterinary facility. Dr. Schaffer purchased FVAH in August of 2007. She is a Colorado native, raised in Welby near Denver. She earned her BS at Regis and her DVM at CSU, Fort Collins in 1994.
When the new site became available, she stopped by to have a look. The lobby is spacious and conveniently laid out, and the floor plan is ideal for a medical facility.
"When I first saw it, I knew," Schaffer said.
Overall, leaving their previous home was not a time for sadness, although some had served at the old location for over a decade. The need to offer more options with more space for an operating room, kennels, a lab, pharmacy, offices and x-ray area were too great for hesitation. Clients and staff all made the transition over the course of a weekend.
Dr. Monica Campos is also a CSU graduate. She was born and raised in the Fountain Valley region, and was the doctor at Cheyenne Mountain Animal Hospital before joining the FVAH team.
Also on staff are Karen Winters, VT, Rebecca Quick-Billings, CVT, Kozelle Peterson, VTA, Kimberlee Blair-Suder, Administrative Assistant, Traci Maldonado, VTA & Assistant, Heike Write, VTA and Administrative Assistant, Julie Horbath, Administrative Assistant and their newest member, Brittany Buening, Receptionist & Client Care.
In the future, FVAH may add another doctor and possibly offer animal grooming and day care.
"We want to encourage everyone to stop by and see what we have to offer," Schaffer said.
FVAH's office hours are Mon. - Fri. 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sat. from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
For information, call 392-4213 or visit their website at http://www.fvah-co.com.
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Monday, August 11, 2008
Friday, August 8, 2008
CASA Launches "Extra Mile" Campaign
Court Appointed Special Advocates seeks to relieve pressure of high gas prices on volunteers
As drivers reel from sticker shock at the pump, volunteer organizations in the Pikes Peak Region are starting to feel a ripple effect. Nonprofits are struggling to control transportation costs. From youth sports leagues to meals-on-wheels programs, many organizations rely on owned or rented vans and buses to provide services.
But while their transportation budgets are stretched, they do have budgets—and a highly visible need on which to base special appeals to their supporters. Not so, for those organizations whose volunteers pay for extensive travel out of their own pockets.
Trudy Strewler, CASA of the Pikes Peak Region Executive Director, announced the organization is establishing an “Extra-Mile Club” to raise funds from individual donors and companies in the community. Proceeds will be used to buy gas cards for local CASA volunteers, who often travel hundreds of miles a month to investigate and advocate on behalf of neglected and abused children.
Volunteers working with CASA programs are specially trained to speak in court for the best interests of abused and neglected children. “Our volunteers do what no one else really can do,” according to Strewler.
“They’re officers of the court, but they stand outside the child protective services and foster care systems. They provide judges with a truly objective evaluation of what’s happening outside the courtroom from a community perspective.”
Their duties often involve extensive travel. CASA volunteers visit social service agencies, caregiver homes, homes of origin, and schools, among other destinations. “They are the eyes and ears of the court, and the child’s voice,” says Strewler. “When your mission is to make sure that everyone involved is not only following the court orders, but doing what’s best for a child, it amounts to a huge investment in the future.”
CASA volunteers in Colorado Springs are currently traveling an estimated 50 miles per week. With ongoing hikes in gas prices, CASA is worried that they may have to cut back on their activity, which will have a direct impact on the children we serve. “This work is just too important, and too effective, to let anything get in its way,” says Strewler. “So, since I know our volunteers would never ask, I’m asking for them. They should never have to think twice about making a trip that will help a child.”
To make a donation to CASA’s “Extra-Mile Club” please contact Jill Wright at 447-9898, x1002.
As drivers reel from sticker shock at the pump, volunteer organizations in the Pikes Peak Region are starting to feel a ripple effect. Nonprofits are struggling to control transportation costs. From youth sports leagues to meals-on-wheels programs, many organizations rely on owned or rented vans and buses to provide services.
But while their transportation budgets are stretched, they do have budgets—and a highly visible need on which to base special appeals to their supporters. Not so, for those organizations whose volunteers pay for extensive travel out of their own pockets.
Trudy Strewler, CASA of the Pikes Peak Region Executive Director, announced the organization is establishing an “Extra-Mile Club” to raise funds from individual donors and companies in the community. Proceeds will be used to buy gas cards for local CASA volunteers, who often travel hundreds of miles a month to investigate and advocate on behalf of neglected and abused children.
Volunteers working with CASA programs are specially trained to speak in court for the best interests of abused and neglected children. “Our volunteers do what no one else really can do,” according to Strewler.
“They’re officers of the court, but they stand outside the child protective services and foster care systems. They provide judges with a truly objective evaluation of what’s happening outside the courtroom from a community perspective.”
Their duties often involve extensive travel. CASA volunteers visit social service agencies, caregiver homes, homes of origin, and schools, among other destinations. “They are the eyes and ears of the court, and the child’s voice,” says Strewler. “When your mission is to make sure that everyone involved is not only following the court orders, but doing what’s best for a child, it amounts to a huge investment in the future.”
CASA volunteers in Colorado Springs are currently traveling an estimated 50 miles per week. With ongoing hikes in gas prices, CASA is worried that they may have to cut back on their activity, which will have a direct impact on the children we serve. “This work is just too important, and too effective, to let anything get in its way,” says Strewler. “So, since I know our volunteers would never ask, I’m asking for them. They should never have to think twice about making a trip that will help a child.”
To make a donation to CASA’s “Extra-Mile Club” please contact Jill Wright at 447-9898, x1002.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Peak Vista Public Service Announcement, Dental Care for Low Income Children
Public Service Announcement
Dental Services for Children from Lower Income Families
ALTHOUGH NEARLY ONE HUNDRED PERCENT PREVENTABLE, ORAL DISEASE CONTINUES TO GROW AT A RAPID PACE AMONG COLORADO CHILDREN. UNFORTUNATELY, SEVENTY SIX PERCENT OF CHILDREN ELIGIBLE FOR MEDICAID HAVE TROUBLE ACCESSING DENTAL HEALTH CARE. DON’T LET ORAL DISEASE PREVENT YOUR CHILD FROM SUCEEDING IN SCHOOL. BRUSH AND FLOSS YOUR TEETH DAILY AND USE A PRODUCT CONTAINING FLUORIDE DAILY, AVOID SWEETS, EAT A BALANCED DIET, AND VISIT YOUR DENTIST REGULARLY. IF YOUR CHILD IS ON MEDICAID, C-H-P-PLUS, OR YOU CAN’T AFFORD A DENTIST, CALL PEAK VISTA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS TODAY AT 6-3-2-5-7-0-0 TO SCHEDULE YOUR CHILD FOR A DENTAL APPOINTMENT. THAT NUMBER AGAIN IS 6-3-2-5-7-0-0.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
ACADEMY MINIATURE GOLF ANNOUNCES BENEFIT PROGRAM
Academy Miniature Golf, which re-opened this past spring on April 27th and has to date attracted over 5000 customers, is commencing an ambitious benefit program headlining the Care & Share Food Bank. Each Sunday, Academy Mini Golf will discount their green fee $1.00 for a donation of a non-perishable food, toiletry or cleaning product from each customer. If a patron does not have a food donation Academy Mini Golf will donate $1.00 for each non-discounted adult fee directly to Care & Share.
Care And Share Day started of their new benefit program, in which they are actively partnering with other local charities and non-profit groups by donating $1.00 from non-discounted adult customers, Monday through Thursday evenings. Monday's will feature United Way Charities starting with the Girl Scouts of America. Tuesday's will be environmental groups' night, Wednesday's are slated for medical charities and Thursday's will be reserved for social service non-profits. Academy Mini Golf is going to rotate charities each week and continues to work out the details with each specific group while also seeking out more partners for their ambitious effort.
"On July 13th, the first Sunday of the program, we received over fifty pounds of food and will also be writing a check for $123.00 from the golf course to the Care and Share Food Bank", stated Bob Nemanich head of marketing at Academy Miniature Golf. "Each Sunday through the remainder of the summer Academy Mini Golf will be receiving food donations or donating a portion of its receipts to this worthy cause," continued Bob Nemanich.
Suzanne Lee Director of Communications/Marketing at Care and Share Food Bank, "stated that they were very thankful and excited about Academy Mini Golf's efforts." Food bank supplies are down 60% this month and if donations do not increase Care and Share will have to make cuts to those receiving food from the program.
Academy Miniature Golf is located at 1825 Dominion Way behind High Plains Church, just off North Academy Boulevard, about ½ mile south of the Woodman & Academy intersection between Dublin and Lehman Roads. Previously part of the Mountasia Family Entertainment Center, Academy Miniature Golf has two 18-hole championship-designed miniature golf courses accented by mature garden landscaping and prides itself on being a family entertainment value. On Sunday's it operates from Noon to 9 PM, offering the Care and Share program all day. Monday through Saturday its hours are 11 AM to 9 PM and the weekday benefit, (M-Th), program runs during evenings hours (6 PM to 9 PM). For more information on this topic or schedule interviews contact Bob Nemanich at [260-1367] or email Bob at rwnemanich@gmail.com.
Care And Share Day started of their new benefit program, in which they are actively partnering with other local charities and non-profit groups by donating $1.00 from non-discounted adult customers, Monday through Thursday evenings. Monday's will feature United Way Charities starting with the Girl Scouts of America. Tuesday's will be environmental groups' night, Wednesday's are slated for medical charities and Thursday's will be reserved for social service non-profits. Academy Mini Golf is going to rotate charities each week and continues to work out the details with each specific group while also seeking out more partners for their ambitious effort.
"On July 13th, the first Sunday of the program, we received over fifty pounds of food and will also be writing a check for $123.00 from the golf course to the Care and Share Food Bank", stated Bob Nemanich head of marketing at Academy Miniature Golf. "Each Sunday through the remainder of the summer Academy Mini Golf will be receiving food donations or donating a portion of its receipts to this worthy cause," continued Bob Nemanich.
Suzanne Lee Director of Communications/Marketing at Care and Share Food Bank, "stated that they were very thankful and excited about Academy Mini Golf's efforts." Food bank supplies are down 60% this month and if donations do not increase Care and Share will have to make cuts to those receiving food from the program.
Academy Miniature Golf is located at 1825 Dominion Way behind High Plains Church, just off North Academy Boulevard, about ½ mile south of the Woodman & Academy intersection between Dublin and Lehman Roads. Previously part of the Mountasia Family Entertainment Center, Academy Miniature Golf has two 18-hole championship-designed miniature golf courses accented by mature garden landscaping and prides itself on being a family entertainment value. On Sunday's it operates from Noon to 9 PM, offering the Care and Share program all day. Monday through Saturday its hours are 11 AM to 9 PM and the weekday benefit, (M-Th), program runs during evenings hours (6 PM to 9 PM). For more information on this topic or schedule interviews contact Bob Nemanich at [260-1367] or email Bob at rwnemanich@gmail.com.
Calling All (really bad) Cooks - Open Casting Call for the Food Network
Are you a hopeless home cook? Or is someone you know totally incompetent in the kitchen?
Food Network is looking for the most disastrous home cooks in the country to participate in a very different
culinary competition show!
This is the opportunity of a lifetime—to work with the best chefs in the country and learn to cook like a professional. Seeking outgoing people with a
genuine inability to cook, but a need and desire to improve!
NOMINATE YOURSELF
Do your kids beg to eat out, after you’ve worked hard to make a family meal?
Has your husband/wife told you it was probably better if you ordered take out?
At the big potluck dinner, are you always asked to “just bring the napkins?”
NOMINATE SOMEONE YOU KNOW**
Is someone you know constantly offering you food that you have to turn down?
If you know a mom who can’t scramble an egg, a colleague who can’t convince anyone to try their culinary creations, or a friend who tries but can’t seem to get it together in the kitchen, this is your chance to get them the help you BOTH need!
**Nominators: you must attend the interview with the person you nominate
OPEN CALL INFORMATION**
Magnolia Hotel
http://www.magnoliahoteldenver.com/
818 17th Street
Denver, CO 80202
Sunday, August 17th
10am-2pm
** Please DO NOT go immediately to the open call, be sure to contact a member of the casting team first
HERE’S HOW TO APPLY:
Email us at hopelesshomecookdenv@optomenusa.com
Tell us why you (or the person you are nominating) is the most disastrous cook in the country
Include name, age, hometown, occupation, contact phone number, and a recent photo of the hopeless cook
Please call 646.216.4282 with any questions
PPWFC and D11 WORK TOGETHER ON GALILEO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Workforce Center Will Help Set Up Career Center for Students
July 31, 2008, Colorado Springs, CO – The Pikes Peak Workforce Center today announces that it will help the new Colorado Springs School District 11 Galileo School of Math and Science set up a Career Guidance Center for students of the school.
The workforce center will provide consultation, guidance, resources, and program planning to the guidance center to ensure students have access to the latest career exploration and planning tools.
“It is critical that students in middle school start thinking about possible career paths so that they can take the appropriate math and science courses,’ says Dana Rodenbaugh, the vice president of programs for PPWFC. “If students wait until high school, they often do not have the math and science foundations needed to enter advanced course work that will prepare them for 21st century knowledge careers.”“We are excited that the workforce center is willing to step in and work with us in our Career Guidance Center,” says Rusty Moomey, principal. “PPWFC are the experts at career planning and guidance, and our students will benefit from their expertise by learning what is needed to be successful in math and science careers and how to research those careers. It’ll be great to have this focus at the middle school level. For many students, knowing what classes are needed and important for a career may be the turning point for them.”
PPWFC is focused on providing a skilled workforce to local companies by filling the worker pipeline through collaboration with schools and local businesses and through the BETR project (BETRproject.org).
About the Galileo School of Math and Science
Galileo School of Math and Science will open in August 2008 with 6th grade, with 7th grade added in 2009 and 8th grade in 2010. The mission of Galileo School of Math and Science is to establish an integrated, creative, technology-enriched, and interdisciplinary learning environment in which students attain their highest academic and character potential. Galileo School of Math and Science will provide opportunities to recognize the individual talents, abilities, skills, creativity, and potential of its students while promoting cultural responsiveness. This mission will be accomplished through academically rigorous, standards-based educational programs in the context of discipline, respect, and a high degree of community involvement.
About PPWFC
The Pikes Peak Workforce Center supports business and promotes employment by providing market-driven solutions for our community to succeed in the global economy. PPWFC helps businesses solve their workforce-related business problems and helps residents with career transition. More information about the Pikes Peak Workforce Center can be found online at www.ppwfc.org.
July 31, 2008, Colorado Springs, CO – The Pikes Peak Workforce Center today announces that it will help the new Colorado Springs School District 11 Galileo School of Math and Science set up a Career Guidance Center for students of the school.
The workforce center will provide consultation, guidance, resources, and program planning to the guidance center to ensure students have access to the latest career exploration and planning tools.
“It is critical that students in middle school start thinking about possible career paths so that they can take the appropriate math and science courses,’ says Dana Rodenbaugh, the vice president of programs for PPWFC. “If students wait until high school, they often do not have the math and science foundations needed to enter advanced course work that will prepare them for 21st century knowledge careers.”“We are excited that the workforce center is willing to step in and work with us in our Career Guidance Center,” says Rusty Moomey, principal. “PPWFC are the experts at career planning and guidance, and our students will benefit from their expertise by learning what is needed to be successful in math and science careers and how to research those careers. It’ll be great to have this focus at the middle school level. For many students, knowing what classes are needed and important for a career may be the turning point for them.”
PPWFC is focused on providing a skilled workforce to local companies by filling the worker pipeline through collaboration with schools and local businesses and through the BETR project (BETRproject.org).
About the Galileo School of Math and Science
Galileo School of Math and Science will open in August 2008 with 6th grade, with 7th grade added in 2009 and 8th grade in 2010. The mission of Galileo School of Math and Science is to establish an integrated, creative, technology-enriched, and interdisciplinary learning environment in which students attain their highest academic and character potential. Galileo School of Math and Science will provide opportunities to recognize the individual talents, abilities, skills, creativity, and potential of its students while promoting cultural responsiveness. This mission will be accomplished through academically rigorous, standards-based educational programs in the context of discipline, respect, and a high degree of community involvement.
About PPWFC
The Pikes Peak Workforce Center supports business and promotes employment by providing market-driven solutions for our community to succeed in the global economy. PPWFC helps businesses solve their workforce-related business problems and helps residents with career transition. More information about the Pikes Peak Workforce Center can be found online at www.ppwfc.org.
Pikes Peak International Raceway, New Ownership, Big Plans
Private Company Purchases Pikes Peak International Raceway
From International Speedway Corporation
New Owner Developing Plans to Broaden Appeal to Motorsports Enthusiasts
FOUNTAIN, CO, July 28, 2008 – A private company, consisting of motorsports enthusiasts and businessmen, today announced its acquisition of Pikes Peak International Raceway (PPIR) from International Speedway Corporation (Nasdaq/NM: ISCA; OTC Bulletin Board: ISCB) (“ISC”). The transaction was completed on June 27.
The new owner, Pikes Peak International Raceway, LLC, maintains the name for the track facility, which holds great value with drivers and fans across the country. The company plans to inject the necessary capital to expand the facility’s offerings, and says it will creatively collaborate with motorsports organizations, corporate interests and the entertainment and hospitality industries, in an effort to diversify the offerings at PPIR and return to Colorado the vibrancy once associated with the raceway south of Colorado Springs.
The combination of the one-mile oval and 1.3-mile road course provides an immediate venue for motorsports participant events. Approximately 10,000 grandstand seats will remain to accommodate spectators. The entire facility sits on a 1,200-acre parcel of land, with ample room for additional high performance road courses, test tracks, automobile storage and maintenance, as well as general commercial real estate development, giving the new owner opportunities to work with other interests that serve motorsports enthusiasts.
“Our vision is to create a destination that fully encompasses all aspects that appeal to the motorsports industry, including participant-based events, driving experiences, corporate entertainment, testing and retail,” said John H. Molloy, CEO, Pikes Peak International Raceway, LLC. “PPIR is a unique facility, and it provides an excellent platform for further expansion and development,” he said.
Specific plans for PPIR and a timeline for its formal re-opening are now in development, although the roar of engines is expected to heat the once-popular track very soon, as the new owner prepares the raceway for initial rental and events.
The original raceway opened in 1997, and hosted a regular schedule of world class racing events. It remains in excellent condition. International Speedway Corporation purchased the facility in September 2005 and shortly thereafter closed PPIR, after moving its NASCAR races to other ISC facilities.
From International Speedway Corporation
New Owner Developing Plans to Broaden Appeal to Motorsports Enthusiasts
FOUNTAIN, CO, July 28, 2008 – A private company, consisting of motorsports enthusiasts and businessmen, today announced its acquisition of Pikes Peak International Raceway (PPIR) from International Speedway Corporation (Nasdaq/NM: ISCA; OTC Bulletin Board: ISCB) (“ISC”). The transaction was completed on June 27.
The new owner, Pikes Peak International Raceway, LLC, maintains the name for the track facility, which holds great value with drivers and fans across the country. The company plans to inject the necessary capital to expand the facility’s offerings, and says it will creatively collaborate with motorsports organizations, corporate interests and the entertainment and hospitality industries, in an effort to diversify the offerings at PPIR and return to Colorado the vibrancy once associated with the raceway south of Colorado Springs.
The combination of the one-mile oval and 1.3-mile road course provides an immediate venue for motorsports participant events. Approximately 10,000 grandstand seats will remain to accommodate spectators. The entire facility sits on a 1,200-acre parcel of land, with ample room for additional high performance road courses, test tracks, automobile storage and maintenance, as well as general commercial real estate development, giving the new owner opportunities to work with other interests that serve motorsports enthusiasts.
“Our vision is to create a destination that fully encompasses all aspects that appeal to the motorsports industry, including participant-based events, driving experiences, corporate entertainment, testing and retail,” said John H. Molloy, CEO, Pikes Peak International Raceway, LLC. “PPIR is a unique facility, and it provides an excellent platform for further expansion and development,” he said.
Specific plans for PPIR and a timeline for its formal re-opening are now in development, although the roar of engines is expected to heat the once-popular track very soon, as the new owner prepares the raceway for initial rental and events.
The original raceway opened in 1997, and hosted a regular schedule of world class racing events. It remains in excellent condition. International Speedway Corporation purchased the facility in September 2005 and shortly thereafter closed PPIR, after moving its NASCAR races to other ISC facilities.
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