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Denver has 90 days to buy Xcel’s old Zuni Street steam plant
It's suddenly crunch time for a group of westside residents who've been pushing the city to save Xcel Energy's defunct Zuni Generating Station. For years, they've tried to convince Xcel to scrap their plans to demolish the hulking structure. They've meanwhile appealed to the city, under both Mayors Hancock and Johnston, asking they leverage public resources to save the historic building and turn it into something that might benefit the people who live nearby. Those conversations went dormant, thanks to the pandemic and our recent mayoral transition, leaving the power plant's future in limbo.
Giants beat Rockies to complete 4-game sweep
SAN FRANCISCO -- Matt Chapman and Jorge Soler each had three hits, and the San Francisco Giants finished off a four-game sweep of the Colorado Rockies with a 5-4 victory Sunday.It was San Francisco's first four-game sweep since 2022. The Giants have beaten Colorado 12 straight times at home, tying a Rockies record for most consecutive losses at any opposing ballpark.Trailing 5-3 heading into the ninth inning, the Rockies scored once and had the potential tying run at second base with one out against closer Camilo Doval. But then Sam Hilliard struck out and Ezequiel Tovar — who had three...
Nikola Jokic set to take on the Avengers from Team USA on Sunday
Sunday is the first day of Olympic action for Denver Nuggets’ superstar big man Nikola Jokic and Team Serbia. They’ve gotten a tough draw, starting their campaign off against the United States, but this Serbian team is no joke. Jokic obviously leads the charge, but they have other...
Denver Broncos Stadium Uncertain Future: New Owners Spark Speculation
The Denver Broncos' future stadium plans are uncertain, with talks to revamp the south side of Empower Field currently on hold. The plan to transform the south side of Empower Field into a mixed-use neighborhood and entertainment district is on indefinite hold. The Broncos have not discussed the plan with...
5 most pivotal Colorado football offensive players not named Travis Hunter in 2024
Colorado is expected to have one of college football's most explosive offenses in 2024. The Buffs are led by a projected first-round NFL draft pick at quarterback and a two-way star who was the 2023 Paul Hornung Award winner — given annually to the most versatile player in major college football. ...
This business teamed up with CSU to find out if crops and solar panels can help each other
As his shoes sank in the mud in a research field on a recent hot summer day, Ian Skor walked along neatly placed rows of corn. A few paces later, he got to a different kind of row in the field of crops. Standing up between the growing plants were solar panels. If Skor...
Platte River Power settles on new gas plant
But former chair of directors says Fort Collins-based utility shoiuld be thinking more bottoms up, below the substation level. Looking into the future, Platte River Power Authority sees need for a natural gas plant to buttress the robust investment in renewables that it plans as it prepares to leave coal behind.
New Horsetooth Reservoir trail will connect two popular sites
A new Horsetooth Reservoir trail connecting two popular sites is underway with an expected opening in spring of 2025. The 1.8-mile multi-use Bay to Bay Trail will connect Inlet Bay to South Bay. The trail will be natural surface and will hug Horsetooth Reservoir's shoreline and offer an alternative to the only current option...
New Aspen Art Fair will fill booths — and rooms — with contemporary art at the Hotel Jerome
More than 30 galleries will showcase artists’ work at the Hotel Jerome this week for the new Aspen Art Fair. The exhibition is spread over some traditional booths and some hotel suites, turned into showrooms for the event; several panels are part of the program too, featuring creative voices as well as art-market experts at multiple locations throughout Aspen.
Developer seeks water district annexation for project featuring 700 homes, private ski area and golf course in Stagecoach
Discovery Land Company will participate in a public meeting this week as the luxury real estate company moves toward submitting a development application for nearly 700 luxury homes, a private ski area and a golf course on roughly 6,400 acres in the Stagecoach area. While the group has yet to...
Thomas the Tank Engine rolling back into to Colorado
GOLDEN, Colo. — Thomas the Tank Engine is bound for Colorado once again this autumn. The world's most popular train engine will pull into the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden for three weekends in September. "Day Out With Thomas: The Bubble Tour" features train rides with a full-size Thomas...
Colorado deputies move 600-pound moose
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) helped move a 600-pound moose spotted in a yard in south Jefferson County. The moose was looking into windows and taking a break in the yard, according to the JCSO. It took eight people to move the moose, and JCSO animal control officers and deputies helped Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) safely transport the moose back home.
Final day to register for various fall youth sports leagues
Today is the final day to sign up your child for fall youth sports leagues in Greeley, Colorado. The available sports include volleyball, soccer, flag football, basketball, cross country, and skateboarding. Registration must be completed by July 28. Ensure your young athlete has an opportunity to stay active once the school year starts. For more information and to register, visit https://greeleyrec.com/sports/youth-sports/.
UNC Basketball Summer Preview: Elliot Cadeau | Impact, Potential & Team Analysis
Can Elliot Cadeau, the dynamic guard for UNC Basketball, make the expected freshman-to-sophomore leap as the team gears up for the upcoming season?. Cadeau averaged 7.3 points, 4.1 assists, 2.2 rebounds, and 0.8 steals per game last season. He shot 41.7% from the field, 18.9% from three-point range, and 64.8%...
UNC Football: Mack Brown and players make the rounds at ACC Kickoff
In terms of buzz going into the season, the Tar Heels are...lacking. It’s arguably the least amount of buzz the Tar Heels have had in the Mack Brown 2.0 era. After several years with disappointing finishes, another round of coaching changes, a huge question mark at quarterback, and a home schedule that leaves a lot to be desired, there’s just no palpable excitement going into this season.
Forward Madison Fall Short At Home Against Northern Colorado
Forward Madison Fall Short At Home Against Northern Colorado. The ‘Mingos dealt their first home loss in the 2024 season. MAD: #1 Schipmann, #2 Chilaka (45’ Crull), #4 Osmond, #5 Mehl, #8 Boyce, #9 Chaney (74’ Galindrez), #10 Mesias, #17 Gebhard (45’ McLaughlin), #21 Villalobos (74’ Davila), #22 Payne, #25 Sousa (45’ Prentice)
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