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Colorado rural communities face critical firefighter shortage, in some cases, outlook is ‘bleak’
When Elizabeth Fire Chief T.J. Steck first entered the fire service more than 30 years ago, he was one of more than 2,000 applicants for just six full-time positions with Denver Fire. Competition was intense. That’s not the case now, Steck told members of the Colorado Wildfire Matters Review Committee...
New luxury apartment, retail project starts in Douglas County town
PARKER, Colo. — Construction is underway for a $107 million luxury apartment community equipped with retail space in downtown Parker. The Juniper on Mainstreet project will include 264 apartments and 13,900 square feet of pedestrian-friendly retail and restaurant space, developers said in a news release. Rockefeller Group, a leading...
Macanta homeowners continue to fight for promised open space
Residents in the Macanta neighborhood in Douglas County aren't giving up their fight to protect the views they say they were promised.The community is just northeast of Castle Rock, off Crowfoot Valley Road. Homeowners say they were sold on the idea of protected open space. But now, the developer wants to build more homes.Neighbors say they paid a higher lot fee to live among nature and were told this 23-acre parcel of land would remain undeveloped, even as another neighborhood was set to be built on the other side of a nearby ridge. However, the developer is now proposing building...
Tourism In Colorado Takes Enormous Hit
I may be biased, but Colorado is a phenomenal place to hang out in. As a resident of Colorado, I see firsthand why thousands of tourists flock here each year. Whether they’re attending concerts at Red Rocks, skiing or snowboarding in Aspen, or exploring our national parks, Colorado offers something for everyone.
Carloads of Coloradans cross Wyoming border to buy some big booms
WYOMING, USA — Every year, carloads of Coloradans make their north to buy fireworks that are illegal in Colorado. Any fireworks that leave the ground are illegal in Colorado. So, around the Fourth of July, fireworks sales explode right over the state line in Wyoming. Just a couple miles...
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!
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 Libertarians designate RFK Jr. to state's November ballot after snubbing party's own ticket
The Libertarian Party of Colorado on Tuesday voted to name Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to the state's general election ballot as the minor political party's presidential nominee, describing the decision as a bid to "break the stranglehold of the two-party system." The move follows the state Libertarians' decision last month...
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