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Residents asked to donate blood during national shortage
The extreme heat affecting much of the country and summer vacation season are contributing to low blood donor turnout during “trauma season” when injuries from outdoor activities can increase, according to Vitalant, a nonprofit that hosts blood drives in the Yampa Valley. Vitalant Communications Manager Brooke Way said...
The red flag law was expanded...but is it effective?
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - The red flag law, or the extreme risk protection order law, allows people to file an order if an individual shows signs of self-harm or harm to others. Once the order is placed, a judge decides if the person will be temporarily banned from having or purchasing guns.
More U.S. School Districts Embrace Four-Day Week as Staffing Solution, Success Stories from Arizona and Colorado
As the bell tolls for the new school year, a growing trend is emerging among districts across the nation – a transition to the four-day school week. In Arizona's Casa Grande Elementary School District, Superintendent Adam Leckie notes the shift to this schedule, now in its third year, is bearing positive impacts, especially in the face of a nationwide educator shortage. According to a survey within the district, over 75% of staff find the four-day week a significant factor in their continued employment. "It’s forced us to really prioritize what’s important to student learning," Leckie told ABC15.
Divided 10th Circuit orders further evaluation of legality for $6.4 million judgment in cannabis case
The federal appeals court based in Denver ruled on Monday that a Maryland man may be required to pay $6.4 million after all for breaching a contract with his intended partner in a cannabis company, so long as it does not require the manufacture or sale of marijuana. By 2-1,...
Colorado's Alexander Mountain wildfire could become one of the largest in history. Here's how recent Colorado wildfires compare.
As Colorado's Alexander Mountain wildfire in Larimer county continues to spread, it stands as a stark reminder of how destructive wildfires can be, how fast they can spread and bad memories of some recent ones. Despite its rapid growth in 30 hours, the Alexander Mountain wildfire, which began just west of Loveland on Monday just before noon, isn't wreaking havoc to buildings or, so far as reported, no lives. Roughly 3,200 people — voluntary or not — have evacuated the area. ...
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Warns of More Bear Conflict
Colorado has some incredible scenic landscapes that are home to some of the most beautiful wildlife out there. However, there’s plenty of dangerous animals that call this place home. For example, the newly reintroduced wolves have been a touchy subject, since they have been the cause of several cattle...
Crazy Unearthed Story Links Horror Classic + Actor to Colorado
There are quite a few horror movies that were filmed in Colorado such as Phantoms and the campy Tsunambee, as well as others that were inspired by an experience in the Centennial State, most notably Stephen King's The Shining. ‘Tsunambee’ and 27 Other Horror Movies Filmed in Colorado |
Colorado Congressman appointed to task force investigating attempted assassination
(The Center Square) – A Colorado Democratic Congressman who was an impeachment manager during the 2021 trial of former President Donald Trump was selected for a bipartisan committee investigating the assassination attempt on Trump. Jason Crow, representing the 6th District, was appointed the ranking minority member of the 13-person task force. Last year, Crow also said Trump shouldn’t be on the state’s presidential primary ballot due to violations of the 14th Amendment. ...
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