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Doctor shares chemo advancements in treating sarcoma cancers
"Most physicians don't see sarcoma regularly," which is why Sarcoma Awareness Month is so important. As one Colorado doctor says, seek out a specialist if you notice a growth or something painful. It's important to be aware of the signs and symptoms because there is no screening protocol for sarcomas.Dr. Daniel Lerman, an orthopedic oncologist from Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical CenterPresbyterian/St. Luke's, doesn't want to scare people, but "I see many patients who have something that they've been watching for a long time. And like any cancer, the sooner it's identified, the sooner we start treatment, the better everybody's outcome." Sarcomas are...
Colorado delegates, congressional members give thoughts on nominating process
Reactions following President Joe Biden's endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris to become the Democratic Party's presidential nominee continue to pour in, including from Colorado Democrats who are weighing in about where the party goes from here as they look to select a nominee.
Coalition to award free tickets to crane-viewing events for 13th annual festival
The Colorado Crane Conservation Coalition will be awarding free tickets to morning guided crane-viewing events during the 13th annual Yampa Valley Crane Festival. Coined the Never Ever Crane-Viewing Giveaway, three young adults will be chosen to receive two tickets each to one crane viewing event on Aug. 30, Aug. 31 and Sept. 1.
Colorado nonprofit celebrates 15 years of helping veterans
DENVER (KDVR) — A local nonprofit has been helping veterans meet their perfect match — one that comes in the form of a shelter animal. Clarissa Black, founder of Pets for Vets, said it all began when she went to her local VA with her therapy dog, Bear. Since many of her family members served in the military, she has always had a passion for serving the nation’s veterans.
Score Free Ice Cream This Weekend At Colorado Dairy Queens
It's been one of the hottest summers ever in Colorado, and Dairy Queen is helping you cool down with free ice cream to celebrate "National Ice Cream Day." How can you get free ice cream this weekend?. Free Ice cream at Colorado Dairy Queen Locations. While it's not been in...
Triple-digit heat returns with smoke from Canadian wildfires
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - We’re turning up the heat again across Western Colorado. Triple-digit heat could bake the Grand Valley on Wednesday and Thursday. The Grand Valley is almost always the hottest part of Colorado’s Western Slope. We’ll be nearing 100 degrees in the Grand Valley on Tuesday. Some of our backyard thermometers may touch the century mark, but most of us will stay just shy. Wednesday is a different story. High temperatures will range from 101 degrees around Grand Junction to 103 degrees around the Redlands to 104 degrees around Fruita. Thursday will still be cooking, but we’ll turn down the heat a degree or two. High temperatures will range from 100 degrees around Grand Junction and Palisade to 101 degrees around Fruita and Mack.
The Dark Side of Locksmithing: Fraud and Scams in Colorado
In the spring of 2024, Colorado announced a new program to help settle disputes between businesses and consumers, aiming to reduce fraud and unethical business practices. The state also upgraded its Stop Fraud Colorado website to make it easier for people to use. The changes were necessary considering the state’s...
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...
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