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Colorado Community College Gets Huge Donation From Metallica
If there’s one thing we can take pride in as Coloradans, it’s that we are generally some of the most educated people in the entire country. In general, Colorado ranks quite high when it comes to education. WalletHub said the state is the fifth best in the country when it comes to education in general.
Colorado’s first reintroduced wolf pack to be relocated after livestock depredations
Following months of attacks on livestock in and around Grand County, state wildlife officials said Wednesday that they “have begun an operation” to relocate the first wolf pack to be established as part of efforts that began last winter to reintroduce gray wolves to Colorado. The animals being relocated include two mated adults and the […]
United Airlines flight attendants in Colorado vote to strike
Flight attendants with United Airlines announced the results of a strike vote at Denver International Airport on Wednesday morning. The workers say their unmet needs -- job security, pay, retirement and more -- are cause for a strike. "In 40 years, we have not had a strike vote," Chris Burton the flight attendants' local council union president said. The flight attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants- CWA voted 99.99% yes with more than 90% participating. The union represents 28,000 United Airlines flight attendants.They will now wait on strike approval from the National Mediation Board."We now have almost...
Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders are doing their best to hide a “Prime Time” mess at Colorado
Despite heroic performances from Colorado stars Travis Hunter and Shedeur Sanders, there appears to be a major issue with the program. A lot has been promised, and not many signs of growth thus far.
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage eases to 6.35%, its lowest level in more than a year
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage eased for the second week in a row and remains at its lowest level in more than a year, good news for prospective homebuyers facing home prices near all-time highs. The rate fell to 6.35% from 6.46% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. A year ago, the rate averaged 7.18%. The last time the average rate was this low was May 11, 2023. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages, popular with homeowners seeking to refinance their home loan to a lower rate, also eased this week. The average rate fell to 5.51% from 5.62% last week. A year ago, it averaged 6.55%, Freddie Mac said.
Mavericks Open 2024 Campaign Tonight
The Mavericks are opening their 99th season of football this season with a trip to Texas. CMU enters the season with 491 program wins including their very first win that came on October 24, 1925. The Mavericks defeated Fruita Union High School 9-7 and went on to finish 3-1 during the inaugural season.
Hungry CU fans will have 13 food trucks to choose from outside Folsom Field
The Colorado Buffaloes are ready to begin the 2024 football season with a home game at Folsom Field, and the University of Colorado Boulder has invited 13 new food truck vendors to feed some hungry fans outside the stadium. According to the university, more than 60% of the vendors are minority-owned. One of them comes from Denver's Park Hill neighborhood, and it's serving food with some southern charm. Mississippi Boy Catfish and Ribs is located in the Holly Market in Denver. CU Denver alum Ty Allen owns the licensed nonprofit restaurant and performing arts center. Now, he's taking his menu...
‘The Girl on the Milk Carton’s Detective and Ex-Wife of Killer Speak Out
Jonelle Matthews' disappearance led to the milk carton initiative for missing children. Former suspect Steven Pankey was brought to justice after years of suspicion. Detective Robert Cash and Pankey's ex-wife Angela Hicks speak out following the release of the documentary. Oxygen has officially released one of its most incredible true-crime...
First rabies-infected bat of 2024 confirmed in Delta County
DELTA, Colo. (KJCT) - A rabid bat was found outside of a home. A bat from the Hotchkiss area tested positive for rabies on Monday. Delta County Health Department recommends that people are cautious around wild animals. They recommend being extra careful around bats since they are known carriers of diseases and are more active during this time of year.
Le Macaron French Pastries Announces New Franchisee and Targets Entrance into Colorado
The First and Original Macaron Franchise Continues to Scope Out Franchise Locations in the Centennial State. , the leading French pastries and macaron franchise in the United States, is excited to announce a new franchise partner in Denver Area, Colorado. Le Macaron is targeting Colorado for growth as it continues its expansion nationwide. As the demand for authentic and quality desserts increases, Le Macaron is actively seeking additional franchisees to join its family and allow more communities to try authentic French Pastries.
Fruita Monument rallies past Central, and Mavericks comeback in Texas
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - On a busy day of football, the Fruita Monument wildcats and Colorado Mesa Mavericks both snatched victory from the jaws of defeat. The Fruita Monument Wildcats were coming off of a rough 41-0 loss in their first game of the season, and rolled right from that game into a rivalry matchup with the Central Warriors, who were making their season debut.
Grand Junction Football focuses in ahead of debut showdown with Rifle
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - The Grand Junction Tigers Football Team is trending up headed into their Friday Night Lights debut. Tiger football will feature a much more senior-heavy roster, and the team may lean on the experience to guide them in close contests. Four of the losses dealt to...
It’s officially over! The fight to save Red Lady is over…
It’s officially over! The fight to save Red Lady is over…. The paperwork officially putting a close to the Red Lady mining fight on Mt. Emmons was filed the morning of Thursday, August 29, ending a battle that has lasted almost five decades. The documents finalized a so-called Mineral Extinguishment agreement, conservation easements on Mt. Emmons, and a major land exchange agreement between the Mount Emmons Mining Company (MEMC), a subsidiary of global mining giant Freeport McMoRan, and the US Forest Service were all signed, sealed and delivered Thursday.
CMU, Grand Valley Power donate to Shoshone water rights acquisition
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — The Colorado Mesa University Board of Trustees and Grand Valley Board of Directors recently announced a pair of donations that will go toward Shoshone water rights. CMU and Grand Valley Power gave $500,000 and $100,000, respectively, to the Colorado River District in its work...
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