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Broncos Super Bowl 50 champ Shaq Barrett retires after 10-year career
Following a 10-year career in the NFL, former Denver Broncos pass rusher Shaq Barrett has announced his retirement from football at age 31. “It’s time for me to hang it up,” Barrett wrote on his Instagram page on Saturday. “It’s been a great ride and I appreciate everything that came with it over the years. I’m ready to shift my full focus to my wife and kids and helping them realize [their] dreams and catch em.”
Sean Payton says he was probably guilty of marking his territory in first season with Broncos
When Sean Payton joined the Denver Broncos last year, he quickly made it clear to everyone that it would be his way or the highway. Payton promptly kicked quarterback Russell Wilson’s personal QB coach out of the team’s facility, and he also hinted that he was not a fan of Wilson’s frequent hype posts on social media. “I kind of use this term, ‘A little bit more anonymous donors this season,’” Payton said. “Just know that we’re working, but with a little bit less visibility on social media and all those other things. We’re going to get to work, and ultimately, it’s...
Fueled by Broncos' support, Colorado girls flag football athletes embrace opportunity to compete at national level
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Girls high school flag football has taken off in Colorado, with the Denver Broncos and Denver Broncos Foundation providing continuous support for the growth of the sport. Four girls flag football athletes recently had an opportunity to showcase this growth by bringing their talent and experience...
Suspect, Police Officer Injured In Shooting Near City Park In Fort Collins
Bullets flew Sunday near Fort Collins’ City Park as a driver involved in a single-vehicle crash nearby exchanged gunfire with responding Fort Collins police officers. According to the Coloradoan, the incident, which began around 12:41 p.m. Sunday, left both an officer and the driver injured, according to a Fort Collins police news release around 4 p.m. Sunday. The officer is expected to recover, but no official word on the driver’s condition. No civilians were injured in the incident.
After Over 30 Years and New Owners, Colorado Sandwich Shop May Be Closed for Good
A sandwich shop in Colorado that began as a college class project blossomed into a legendary spot near campus. What began in 1988 may have seen its official last day in the summer of 2024. Running a restaurant/bar, even one as small as this one, isn't easy. When you add...
New road site construction underway on Village at Avon property
There’s a lot of earth being moved on the Village at Avon property, located between East Beaver Creek Boulevard and Interstate 70 exits 167 and 168. The plan for the area includes an influx of more residential units to complement the Piedmont apartment complex on the east end of the property, but before that can be realized, the property must include a new road on the north end of the valley floor.
Jorge Soler hits MLB season-best 478-foot HR, Birdsong strikes out 12 as Giants beat Rockies 3-2
DENVER (AP) — Jorge Soler opened the game with the longest homer in the majors this season, rookie Hayden Birdsong struck out a career-high 12 and the San Francisco Giants beat the Colorado Rockies 3-2 on Sunday. Soler hit the fourth pitch of the game 478 feet to dead...
Reader: It's Not Supply and Demand. It's Supply, Demand and Money
The city's 36.8 percent increase in housing inventory during the first quarter of 2024 makes Denver the highest among all large cities in the United States, according to a new national report. Local data tells a similar story, showing major increases in the last month alone. The Denver Metro Association of Realtors market trends report for June showed 10,214 active listings on the market at the end of June, a 68.27 percent increase from the same month last year.
Giants manager Bob Melvin tossed before the start of Sunday's game vs. Rockies
Bob Melvin didn't wait for the first pitch on Sunday to give the umpires an earful. For his effort, he was tossed. The San Francisco Giants manager personally delivered his team's lineup card to crew chief Chris Conroy's umpiring crew ahead of Sunday's game against the Colorado Rockies. It was not a cordial meeting.
Rockies' Todd Helton reaches Hall of Fame, baseball's ultimate mountaintop
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. - Todd Helton reached the top of the mountain. Ozzie Smith said the National Baseball Hall of Fame is the peak of performance as a baseball player. The Colorado Rockies great turned Coors Field’s elevated backdrop into his new destination on Sunday alongside fellow 2024 inductees Adrian Beltré, Joe Mauer and Jim Leyland.
Oregon Ducks QB, Denver Broncos Rookie Bo Nix "Taking Advantage" of Opportunity Going Into Training Camp
Bo Nix is trying to do exactly what he did in college: take advantage of his opportunities. That began at offseason workouts and continues later this week when the former Oregon Duck begins training camp with the Denver Broncos.
If Aspen were a game of Monopoly …
Editor’s note: The following story was originally published as “Who Owns Aspen?” in the summer 2024 edition of Local magazine, a product of Silver News LLC, also the owner of the Aspen Daily News. The story first came out in June and has been revised and updated.
Breckenridge needs $12 million more than expected for housing and open space; staffers blame “timing adjustments”
Due to what Breckenridge’s finance department staffers described as “timing adjustments” and unexpected purchases, it will need to adjust its budget to the tune of $12 million. Breckenridge Town Council heard from members of the finance department at an July 10 meeting about the matter and got...
Encouraging applications for Library District's Board of Trustees. Apply now!
High Plains Library District in Greeley, Colorado is encouraging people to apply to be on their Board of Trustees despite reasons they may have heard that dissuade them from applying. The library district acknowledges potential concerns that there may be better candidates out there, but they stress the importance of individuals taking the initiative to apply for the role. They emphasize that it is the responsibility of the applicants to submit their applications, and the library district's responsibility to sort through the candidates to make a challenging decision. The library district aims to make the selection process robust and is seeking diverse and qualified applicants. Interested individuals can apply by visiting www.mylibrary.us/board.
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