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Coloradans can receive free gun lockboxes at educational event
Coloradan gun owners in need of safe storage for their handguns are in luck — a collection of local organizations will be giving away free handgun lockboxes at an educational event later this month. The 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office — along with organizations and departments including the Boulder...
'Exotic' non-native mammal species spotted on trail in Colorado
Another mystery has been solved thanks to the Internet. On Monday, redditor SwordieLotus posted a clip on the popular forum-based website that captured an odd animal sighting that reportedly took place in Morrison, Colorado. The animal is spotted on a trail, looking something like a small deer mixed with a capybara – definitely not a species that's native to the Centennial State. ...
Court vacates sentences in case of funeral home owners selling body parts
An appeals court vacated the sentences of two Montrose funeral home operators on Tuesday who pleaded guilty to selling body parts without family consent and are currently in a federal prison.
Homicide investigation underway after woman found dead in southwest Colorado home
PAGOSA SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - A homicide investigation is underway after a woman in her late 30s was found dead in a home in rural Colorado. Archuleta County sheriff’s deputies responded to the 1000 block of County Road 700 in the wee hours of Tuesday morning after receiving a 911 call. The home is located west of Pagosa Springs, just off of Highway 160.
Riff Raff Brewing Announces Streamlined Operations, Focus on Riverfront Location
Riff Raff Brewing Company, a cornerstone of the Pagosa Springs craft beer scene for 11 years, announces a strategic shift focusing its operations on its vibrant riverfront location. As part of this exciting evolution, the company will close its original location at 274 Pagosa Street in late-September. “This decision allows...
New firefighters graduated from the GJ Fire Department
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - Some would say that 12 new recruits were ‘fired up’ as they graduated. The Grand Junction Fire Department (GJPD) held a graduation ceremony yesterday after they completed a 20-week training course. The GJPD is the largest EMS department between Denver and Salt Lake City. These graduates have been trained in firefighting, technical rescue, emergency medicine protocols and hazardous materials. Their first day on the job will be next week.
HOTWORX came on for Workout Wednesday
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - The weather is hot and so is the local sauna studio. Wednesday we had a special guest on for Work Out Wednesday. Ella came in from HOTWORX. The general manager told us about the eight different saunas and 12 different workouts within them. She described it as “a totally revolutionary approach to fitness.”
Beaver Tail Fire in De Beque Canyon
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - A long stretch of smoke filled De Beque Canyon as the flames took over. The Beaver Tail Fire was reported around 5:00 yesterday evening. The fire is near mile marker 51 above I-70 in De Beque Canyon. As of 8:00 yesterday evening the fire was...
Cool and breezy Fourth of July expected across Colorado
A cooler day is on tap for any outdoor plans celebrating Independence Day in Denver and across the high country. Highs will be anywhere from 5-10 degrees below average across the state. Upper 80s and low 90s are expected for the Western Slope. 60s and 70s for the high country with 80s for the Eastern Plains.There is about a 10-20% chance of an isolated shower overnight. The good news? The latest trends delayed any showers until after midnight, limiting the impacts for any firework viewing plans. Winds will continue to increase as we progress through the afternoon and evening. Max gusts will be upwards of 25-30 MPH. Have a great Fourth of July and stay safe!
Rate Hikes and Power Outages Proposed By Colorado Utility Company
If you feel like you just can't catch a break when it comes to your bills, you aren't alone and it doesn't appear there will be any relief in sight. Especially regarding your utility bill in Colorado if you are an Xcel Energy customer. According to KDVR, Xcel Energy has...
Colorado scores win in race to become global hub for quantum technology
Thousands more tech jobs may come to Colorado thanks to a $41 million grant the state is receiving from the federal government.The focus is on quantum technology.The funding is coming from the US Commerce Department's Economic Development Administration.Denver based Maybell Quantum is part of a group of Colorado tech companies, community colleges and universities that have come together to ensure the state is a leader in the next tech revolution. The consortium is known as Elevate Quantum.The industry is hoping to generate more than ten thousand new jobs in the state for people with a broad spectrum of skills. Front...
Fourth human case of bird flu diagnosed in Colorado dairy farm worker
WASHINGTON — Public health officials have diagnosed a Colorado farm worker with the country’s fourth human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the state’s department of health reported Wednesday. The Colorado case, the state’s first this year related to spread from dairy cattle to humans, was reported […] The post Fourth human case of bird flu diagnosed in Colorado dairy farm worker appeared first on Daily Montanan.
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