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July 22, 2024: A Colorado DNC delegate looks forward; Former Olympian on eating disorders, body image
July 22, 2024: A Colorado DNC delegate looks forward; Former Olympian on eating disorders, body image. Colorado Democratic delegate reflects on Biden announcement, what’s next. Colorado's top Democrats have high hopes for Kamala Harris. We speak with Erik Clarke, a delegate from Denver who'll be at the convention, about...
What is the Geothermal Energy Coming to Pierce, Colorado?
The little Colorado town of Pierce is getting ready for not one, but two tests of an experiment energy source. Will these tests put the state on the map for bringing in a new energy source?. With Pierce being such a small town, and two geothermal companies coming in, things...
Cargill Invests $1 Million in Research on Methane Reduction in Cattle
In an effort to help fund research studying sustainable animal agriculture practices and reducing the environmental impact of the beef industry, Cargill has issued a $1 million grant to Colorado State University and the university’s AgNext research program. “Working closely with industry partners like Cargill, researchers and producers, AgNext...
Democrat representing parts of Boulder County drops reelection bid, citing integrity concerns
State Rep. Jennifer Parenti, a first-term Democrat from Erie, announced on Friday, July 19, that she is not running for reelection, citing the job’s conflicts with her values. “The way the legislature currently operates is not compatible with my values — not in terms of particular points of policy,...
The Most Beautiful Day of the Year Will Be Next Week in Colorado
Summer months in Colorado can be interesting. Summer in Colorado can be beautiful, but Colorado can be extremely unpredictable. Recently, I was installing a hose holder mount on the back of my house in Fort Collins. It was a beautiful and clear afternoon. Out of nowhere, the sky turned grey...
Colorado's oldest Protestant congregation celebrates 165 years of worship
By Kevin Strong, Writer/EditorFor churchgoers at one Central City church, "putting on your Sunday best" took on special meaning today. The congregation at Central City's St. James Church celebrated 165 years of worshipping together. This tradition of dressing up in 1850s-period clothing began around 10 years ago and has become a much-anticipated tradition.It was 1859, and gold had just been discovered in what would become Clear Creek County. The population of Central City ballooned to 7,500 as prospectors and others looking to make their fortunes off of the miners flocked to the mountain community. Among them was Clara Brown, known locally...
Will the lot at Prospect and Lemay ever get a Kum & Go? Here's what we know.
Plans for a Prospect Road Kum & Go have come and gone. The proposal for a 4,000-square-foot, four-pump Kum & Go gas station at the southwest corner Lemay Avenue and East Prospect Road has been abandoned following Maverik's acquisition of the Iowa-based gas station chain last year. The property is now for...
Colorado Men’s Basketball Reveals Exciting 2024-25 Non-Conference Schedule & Maui Invitational Challenges
Colorado men’s basketball has unveiled its 2024-25 non-conference schedule, featuring a focus on home games at the CU Events Center. Colorado to play an eight-game home non-conference schedule. Key matchups include facing UConn, Auburn, and North Carolina at the Maui Invitational. State of Play. Initial games against Eastern Washington,...
Improvements For Greeley’s Delta Park Slated To Begin Next Month
Next month, big changes are expected to start for Greeley’s Delta Park. The Greeley Tribune reports the park’s new vision is set to include a shelter space, splash pads, a 10-foot-wide sidewalk, a playground, seating areas, more trees and other items. And on June 26, city officials hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking at the park as a prelude to the construction next month. The park has a final cost projected at $3 million, funded by the city and grants.
Wind, hail destroy 500 acres of crops for a local farm that supplies craft breweries
BERTHOUD, Colo — Todd Olander and his wife were out working on their Northern Colorado farm fields Saturday night when an unexpected storm rolled through that would prove costly. The wind and hail from Saturday’s evening storm destroyed more than 500 acres of the couple’s crops, including the barley...
In Pictures: Cheyenne Frontier Days' Grand Parade
Rick Wagner, of the Cheyenne Frontier Days Parade Committee, watches as the 89th Heels roll by in Cheyenne, Wyoming, on July 23 2024. Wyoming Public Media sent statehouse reporter and photographer David Dudley to shoot pictures of Cheyenne Frontier Days' (CFD) Grand Parade on July 23 2024. CFD staff pull...
Cheyenne police ensure safety with increased presence at Frontier Days
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — As Cheyenne Frontier Days reaches its halfway point, the Cheyenne Police Department has several safety measures and operations in place. The event, which started July 19 and runs for 10 days, continues to see a robust police presence and collaboration with various agencies. “Safety remains our...
New ordinance to change parking dynamics in Cheyenne
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The Cheyenne City Council unanimously approved a new parking ordinance during its regular session on July 22 at noon. This ordinance empowers a parking administration manager to set on-street parking zones and determine “reasonable on-street parking rates.”. Previously discussed on July 8, the ordinance aims...
Professional Bull Rider’s Last Cowboy Standing Rodeo and other fantastic events at Frontier Days
CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Cheyenne Frontier Days offers a plethora of engaging events for both local residents and visiting tourists. The fairgrounds will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. daily. Here is the schedule of events for Tuesday, July 23:. Frontier Park Arena. Chutes start at 9:30 a.m.,...
Pancake breakfast serves more than 5,000 attendees
CHEYENNE — Larry Barttelbort arrived at the Cheyenne Depot Plaza at 5:45 Monday morning, along with around 200 other volunteers. Over the next three hours, Barttelbort and the other volunteers served thousands of pancakes to thousands of people. He has been doing this every year for about 30 years as a member of the Cheyenne Kiwanis Club, and says it’s because he loves supporting the event and ...
Wildfire smoke in Denver can be seen from space
Wildfire smoke from out of state has swept into the skies of Colorado, causing health hazards for people across the region. The smoke can even be seen from space, as seen in satellite imagery from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Northern Colorado Farm Has Crops Wiped Out By Hailstorm
Hail this year in Northern Colorado has been brutal. In May, a hailstorm came through Johnstown and totaled one of my vehicles and damaged my house. The storm that produced large hail seemingly came out of nowhere and caused major damage to property on May 28, 2024. Another hailstorm in...
Thornton police looking for vehicle connected to fatal crash
Thornton police are searching for a vehicle tied to an alleged homicide that occurred early Tuesday morning. Investigators asked the public to help identify a red and tan Ford Explorer with Colorado license plate #CQJ-N56 following a fatal crash that occurred early Tuesday morning, according to a social media post from the Thornton Police Department.
New Affordable Housing Community Breaks Ground in Erie
The Town of Erie and its development partner, Vertikal, a Louisville-based design/build developer, announced that they have broken ground on Cheesman Street Residences, a new affordable housing community offering 35 residences in the heart of Historic Old Town Erie. The result of a unique collaboration between a Town and a private developer, Cheesman Street Residences will offer something not often seen in the market today: the opportunity to own a deed-restricted and design-forward home that is walkable to schools, restaurants, and parks in one of the Front Range’s most charming towns.
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