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A Vibrant Local Food System Grows in Colorado
Throughout the summer in the Golden, CO area, you might see a big box truck full of local fresh vegetables hosting a pay-what-you can farmer’s market. Affectionately called Chuck, GoFarm’s mobile market truck travels to low-income neighborhoods, schools, retirement homes, mobile home communities and more. It offers local produce that GoFarm sources from 80 to 90 farms every season, including small-scale urban farms, large family-owned farms and beginning farmers going through their incubator program.
More About the New Firefighter Art
Today we attended the unveiling of a statue honoring 150 years of volunteer fire service in the city of Golden, Colorado. The department started at roughly the same time as the Coors Brewery and the School of Mines both here in Golden. The department is now a hybrid department with mostly paid professional firefighters with an additional volunteer crew. EMS is provided by an outside agency.
Spot fire brings up concerns about fireworks in dry areas
Colorado resident Keith Howell got a surprise late Saturday night. "I was headed to bed with the window open cause it was pretty warm," he told CBS Colorado. "Heard the pop and then a bit after smelled the telltale sign of fireworks."Within minutes, West Metro Fire arrived and put out a quick grass fire, which happened near Morrison."Once we saw the fire a little bit at first it was like 'Oh, there's a fire it will get put out soon' but then it starts to get bigger because it's all a bunch of dead grass," Howell continued. "So,...
Red Fox Recovering in Colorado After Being Shot By An Arrow
A resilient Red Fox is on the road to recovery after surviving a heartbreaking incident last week. On June 19, Arvada Animal Management responded to a call about a juvenile Red Fox that had been shot with an arrow off of Quay Court in Arvada. Officers acted quickly and were able to safely contain the injured animal. The female fox was then transported to Rocky Mountain Wildlife Alliance Wildlife Hospital in Sedalia for emergency medical care.
Bicyclist dead following Tuesday morning I-76 crash
Eastbound lanes of Interstate 76 were closed in Arvada Tuesday morning following a fatal crash near Sheridan Boulevard. The crash led to an hours-long eastbound closure of I-76 between Sheridan and Wadsworth boulevards. Around 7:30 a.m., a tow truck and a front loader arrived at the scene to help clean up the wreck. The crash was officially cleaned up and the lanes were reopened around 8:30 a.m., according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. 9News contributed to this report
Strange non-native animal identified after sightings at Lakewood park
An odd-looking animal not native to Colorado has been reported in Bear Creek Lake Park. Officials have identified what it is and are creating a plan on what's next for the far-from-home critter.
Westminster tops RMAC with seven Brechler Awards for academic excellence | Colorado Sunshine
The RMAC has a bunch of brains. The RMAC on Monday announced its 2023-24 Brechler awards, given annually to the league’s best team grade-point averages for each of its 22 NCAA-sponsored sports. Westminster collected seven Brechler Awards with the top GPA in women's basketball, men’s cross country, men’s golf,...
Colorado officials celebrate $41 million federal investment in quantum development
The federal government awarded a Colorado-centered tech hub $41 million to boost its development of quantum information technology, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced Tuesday. The U.S. Economic Development Administration awarded the money to Elevate Quantum, a consortium of 120 organizations across Colorado, New Mexico and Wyoming focused on quantum development, to expand its quantum […] The post Colorado officials celebrate $41 million federal investment in quantum development appeared first on Colorado Newsline.
State agencies kick off enhanced DUI enforcement ahead of July 4th holiday weekend
Ahead of the July 4th holiday weekend, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Colorado State Patrol have kicked off an enhanced DUI enforcement period. The organizations ask residents to never drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. From July 3 to 8, CDOT will support the state...
Multiple Colorado Counties Enacting Massive Fire Bans
Recently, there’s been a wave of bans that have been affecting Coloradans over the past few weeks. For one, products that contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) have recently been banned in Colorado. The substances that are known to cause cancer will be slowly fazed out of Colorado stores.
Keeping your pets safe this 4th of July
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region reminds those celebrating this week to keep their pets in mind. While, of course, people want to celebrate the holiday alongside family and friends - pets included - it is important to remember that while the sound of fireworks can be fun to us, it can be terrifying to our furry friends.
When and Where to See Fireworks in Northern Colorado
Northern Colorado skies will burst with beauty for the Fourth of July; after all, Colorado is easily one of the most patriotic in the union. Here’s when and where to find Fourth of July fun and the times for each NoCo fireworks show. What time do the fireworks start?
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.
Learn about Colorado’s ag policy at public forum
The Colorado Department of Agriculture will host an hour-long community public forum on Tuesday, July 9, at the Rio Grande Farm Park in Alamosa. The meeting is in-person only, with no zoom connection. The public forum will include a Q&A with Colorado Department of Agriculture staff. It begins at 5:30 p.m. The Rio Grande Farm Park is located in East Alamosa off CO-17.
Coloradans Better Check the Budget For 4th Of July BBQs
Independence Day in Colorado often comes with the gathering of friends and family for a "good old fashioned" barbecue. For 2024, you may want to start looking at ways to cut corners. We all love, burgers, hot dogs, beers, potato salad, baked beans, and America. What we don't love is...
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...
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