Tag: ken jaray
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Manitou Springs advances kindness campaign with ‘Paint the Town Kind’ event on Saturday
Along with mineral water bubbling up for the taking, a steady parade of parades and an overall quirky vibe, the small town of Manitou Springs also is becoming known for a newer movement. A kindness initiative that began in January 2025 is growing and gaining worldwide attention, says former Mayor Ken Jaray. A $10,000 donation…
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Manitou Springs’ quest to create a culture of kindness offers online directory for community involvement
People usually are nice and caring in the small, tight-knit town of Manitou Springs, says ex-mayor, Ken Jaray. But not always. The booming tourism industry that the local economy heavily relies on for revenue also can be a bane for residents as they navigate traffic overload, parking inconveniences, and crowded sidewalks and shops. “We need…
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Manitou Springs mayor declares local disaster emergency after hail, flooding
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Damage to Manitou Springs from Monday’s hail, heavy rain and flooding will cost at least $1.5 million — about 15 percent of the city’s general fund budget — prompting Mayor Ken Jaray to declare a local disaster emergency. The disaster status will enable the city…