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January 17, 2019
ELBERT COUNTY, COLORADO
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County budget allows addition of staff SHUTTERSTOCK IMAGES
Low carb? Low fat?
BY TABATHA STEWART SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA
who want black-and-white answers, but nutrition research is extremely difficult and even the most respected studies come with big caveats. People are so different that it’s all but impossible to conduct studies that show what really works over long periods of time. Before embarking on a weight loss plan for the new year, here’s a look at some of what was learned last year.
The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners approved the 2019 budget during the Dec. 19 meeting, with a gain of about $1.5 million over the 2018 budget in the comparison of revenues over expenses. The 2019 budget allows for the addition of eight new positions throughout the county, including IT, clerk and recorder’s office, Community & Development Services and administrative help. “We’re very excited about the budget,” said County Manager Sam Albrecht. “As the appointed budget officer for the county, it’s been about a six- to nine-month process to develop the budget. We’re very happy with the one we have for 2019, and think 2020 will be even better.”
SEE DIET, P9
SEE BUDGET, P4
What latest dieting studies tell us
Diet profusion causes confusion; perfect conclusion may be illusion BY CANDICE CHOI ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bacon and black coffee for breakfast, or oatmeal and bananas? If you’re planning to try to lose weight in 2019, you’re sure to find
a fierce debate online and among friends and family about how best to do it. It seems like everyone has an opinion, and new fads emerge every year. Two major studies last year provided more fuel for a particularly polarizing topic — the role carbs play in making us fat. The studies gave scientists some clues, but, like other nutrition studies, they can’t say which diet, if any, is best for everyone. That’s not going to satisfy people
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“If there has been a miscarriage of justice in this district ... I want to ensure there is a path to have their liberty restored.” George Brauchler, district attorney | Page 4 INSIDE
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