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Judge dismisses universal preschool lawsuit brought by Cherry Creek, other school districts
DENVER | A Denver district court judge on Wednesday dismissed a lawsuit brought by several Colorado school districts over the state’s universal preschool program, ruling that the plaintiffs don’t have legal grounds to sue. In his 20-page ruling, Judge Jon J. Olafson concluded that the six school districts,...
Northern Colorado Shelter Waives Adoption Fees Due to Capacity
Each week we post our Townsquare NOCO Pet of the Week. We like to highlight animals that are looking for their forever home in Northern Colorado. We specifically highlight dogs, cats, and other critters that are available at NOCO Humane. What we have learned over the past few months is...
One Colorado Sheriff’s Department Can Wear Cowboy Hats Again
For the first time this century, one Colorado sheriff's department will once again be allowed to wear cowboy hats while on the clock. It has been more than four decades since the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office has worn cowboy hats and now, if officers choose to do so, they can once again.
As Colorado's wildflowers bloom, a return to season of gratitude
Al and Betty Schneider were recently hiking around Lizard Head Wilderness near their southwest Colorado home when tiny pops of white amid tall grass caught their eye. This was Turritis glabra, the couple determined, or the broad-leafed plant commonly called tower mustard. “It’s actually a species that’s pretty common throughout...
Xcel Energy files new wildfire mitigation plan with Colorado regulators
Xcel Energy wants to intensify efforts in Colorado to minimize the risks associated with wildfires that could be caused by electric equipment, according to a new plan the company recently filed with state regulators. “Keeping ... Read More » The post Xcel Energy files new wildfire mitigation plan with Colorado regulators appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Northwest Colorado News for Friday, July 5, 2024
UPDATED ON FRIDAY MORNING — Sad news out of Virginia today. Jesse Hamric, from the Class of 2024 at Steamboat Springs High School, died yesterday in a lake. There was an electrical current of some kind in the lake. Two people tried to help him and they were also shocked and taken to the hospital. The school district has notified families. Mental health and crisis support professionals will be at the high school from 3-5 p.m. today. There is a prayer vigil at Holy Name Catholic Church at 6 p.m. tonight. Jesse’s father is the principal of Steamboat Springs High School and his mother is a teacher at Strawberry Park. Our condolences to the family.
Godshall’s Expands Distribution of Smoked Meats, Including Beef and Turkey Bacon
Souderton, Pa.-based smoked meats specialist Godshall’s announced on Monday an expansion of its real wood smoked Beef Bacon distribution to Albertsons Companies stores in California, Colorado, and the Southwest region. Godshall’s uncured Turkey Bacon is now available at several major retailers including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb,...
We asked, you answered: This was readers' preferred AC temperature, and more expert advice
Two weeks ago, the Coloradoan polled its readers to ask them what temperature they set their AC to during the summer. The most popular answer? 78 degrees Fahrenheit. But settling...
Colorado’s Peach Season Comes Early This Year
While Colorado may not be the state known for its produce, we sure do have some amazing things that come from here. Rocky Ford melons, Olathe sweet corn, and who could forget about Palisade peaches? When it comes to peaches, I could easily pass on any other variety like Georgia peaches. To me, they are just bland.
Colorado Town Bans Sale of One of Nation’s Most Popular Beverages
Breckenridge might just have taken the environmental crown of Colorado from Boulder. As of July 1, residents and tourists can no longer buy a beverage that has outsold soda for seven years. That’s because it comes in plastic. Breckenridge, Colorado, has banned the sale of bottled water as a...
Colorado family's firework business rockets across Wyoming border
A Colorado family has seen great business in recent years for their firework sales company thanks to a relatively new shop in Wyoming. The Elliott family built "Artillery World Fireworks" just north of the Colorado and Wyoming border in an effort to sell fireworks to Coloradans that are otherwise illegal to sell in the centennial state. Coloradans have long traveled to Wyoming to purchase the fireworks they cannot find in Colorado. However, now when they enter Wyoming, they are greeted in-part by a large white building that is covered with signage boasting of the ownership's Colorado ties. Pete Elliott is the owner...
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