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Community Hospital introduces da Vinci 5 surgical system
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) – Community Hospital recently announced a new surgical system to help with minimally invasive care. The Intuitive da Vinci surgical system is an advanced technology which provides robotic surgery to enable better outcomes, efficiency and insight, according to the hospital. The system can be used for minimally invasive surgical procedures in urology, gynecology, thoracic and other general surgeries.
Man arrested after barricading self in apartment
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — The Grand Junction Police Department arrested a man Saturday following a felony menacing incident. Officials say GJPD officers responded to a reported verbal dispute in the area of N. 13th Street and Glenwood Avenue around 1:30 a.m. A man and a woman were involved in a verbal dispute in an apartment complex parking lot when the man took a gun out of his vehicle and allegedly began felony menacing. There were no injuries.
Meeker Mustang Makeover to show off trainers’ horse sense
Equine lovers across Northwest Colorado and beyond will unite this weekend for a display of the animal synonymous with the Western lifestyle. The Meeker Mustang Makeover returns to the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds, demonstrating horsemanship, community spirit and more. “For the past 120 days, dedicated trainers have poured their hearts...
Local news in brief, Aug. 20
Fire authorities rendered a house in Basalt uninhabitable after it burned down Saturday night, according to a news release. No injuries were reported. The structure, in a remote location on Bear Ridge Road, was a two-story, single-family home, said the release from Roaring Fork Fire Rescue Authority. “The first arriving...
Denver’s first Chicano muralist found his passion in prison
COLORADO (KDVR) — Using a brush to bring a vision to life is as natural as breathing to Emanuel Martinez. Performing his passion hasn’t always come easy. As a 13-year-old Chicano in the 1950s living in Denver, Martinez found himself on the wrong side of the law and behind bars at a juvenile detention center.
Third annual Raizado Festival in Aspen celebrates ‘Latine excellence,’ maintaining an exclusive guest list
Colorado House District 57’s Elizabeth Velasco, author Sandra Cisneros, Latino USA Host Maria Hinojosa, and Top Chef contestant Manny Barella were some of the big names at this weekend’s Raizado cultural festival celebrating “Latine excellence.”. Latinx House founder and festival organizer Mónica Ramírez said she chose to...
NBA Trade Rumors: Breakout guard could be on Denver Nuggets' deadline radar
NBA Trade Rumors: Denver Nuggets could already be looking for trade deadline targets to bolster backcourt. The Denver Nuggets will be heading into the 2024-25 NBA season with the hopes of re-emerging as a championship contender. However, that will be easier said than done after losing a key piece of their core. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope signed with the Orlando Magic in free agency this summer, leaving the Nuggets with a huge void at the starting shooting guard position.
Robert Griffin III Announces His Choice In The Broncos' QB Showdown
Former NFL quarterback and analyst Robert Griffin III made his decision and opinion well-known on who he believes should be the starting quarterback for the Denver Broncos entering the 2024-25 season after two weeks of preseason. "Bo Nix is QB1." Griffin said via X "I want you ...
More than 400 flights delayed at Denver International Airport due to severe storms
Severe storms threaten to bring heavy rain and hail to the Denver metro area, prompting the delay and cancelation of hundreds of flights at Denver International Airport. As of 3:45 p.m., 447 flights were delayed while 17 flights were canceled out of DIA, according to FlightAware. Departures were delayed an...
Elk Rutting Season Is the New Fat Bear Week
Many have heard of "Fat Bear Week," the annual unofficial competition hosted by Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska, celebrating the local bears as they chunk up in preparation for winter hibernation. But it’s time to celebrate the instinctive actions of another masterful North American mammal. Colorado's "Elk...
Overland Expo Mountain West Opens Friday in Colorado
LOVELAND, Colo. – Overland Expo, the premier overlanding event series in the world, announced Overland Expo Mountain West, the third of four 2024 U.S. events, takes place Aug. 23-25 at the Ranch in Loveland, Colo. Over 19,000 overlanding enthusiasts will see over 300 brands including the newest overlanding cars, trucks, motorcycles, tents, portable hydration, packable gourmet cookware, mobile power and more, according to a release.
Warm days and chances of rain coming to Fort Collins this week
After a warmer and drier weekend, Fort Collins will see hot temperatures linger with chances of precipitation throughout the week. On Monday, the city along with other parts of Northern Colorado have a marginal to slight risk for severe weather. “A few strong to severe storms are also possible across the urban corridor and...
Colorado Housing: Now Among the Nation’s Least Affordable
People living in Colorado, and people moving out of Colorado, often have a similar complaint about life in the Centennial State. That complaint is that housing in this state is way too expensive for the average person. For some residents, the quality of life offered in the Rocky Mountains sometimes...
Colorado Schools Set to Implement AI This Year
All around Colorado, school is getting kicked off for another year after another long summer. As it would turn out, Coloradans are some of the most educated people in the entire country. Out of all the school districts here in Colorado, the one that Niche.com considers to be the best...
Here Is When All Colorado Kum & Go Stations Will Officially Close
You might have noticed that your favorite Colorado Kum & Go gas station has converted to a Maverick gas station. This is because Maverick purchased Kum & Go in 2023 and the company announced that they will be merging the brands with Maverick. This process began at the beginning of...
Storms Move East Tonight, Calmer Tuesday
Storms are moving east of I-25 and the threat for any additional strong-severe storms around El Paso county and Pueblo county are coming to an end. TUESDAY: A calmer day is expected on Tuesday with a mix of sun and clouds and a slight chance for an afternoon shower or storm. Highs will top out in the upper 80s for Colorado Springs and low 90s for Pueblo.
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