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Puppy from litter of 11 ordered euthanized by health department tested negative for rabies
In Sheridan, Colorado, adopters, volunteers and the entire staff at Moms and Mutts Colorado, a rescue organization for pregnant and nursing dogs, were ordered to euthanize an entire litter of puppies after one puppy tested positive for rabies. The founder of the rescue, Aron Jones posted the devastating news on...
Boulder County Coroner's Office Grapples with Identifying Remains Found After Devastating Stone Canyon Fire Near Lyons
Officials at the Boulder County Coroner's Office are currently engaged in a complex identification process after remains were found during the aftermath of the Stone Canyon Fire last month. The fire, which began on July 30, near Lyons, Colorado, has left behind a forensic challenge due to the condition of the skeletal remains. These remains suffered dehydration, fragmentation, color alteration, and loss of organic material, making it tough to extract DNA, according to Boulder County.
Child narrowly escapes truck-pedestrian accident in Greeley.
A truck failed to yield at a crosswalk in Greeley, Colorado, this week, where a child was almost hit while running across the street. The child narrowly avoided being struck by the front of the truck but was hit on the side. Fortunately, the child only suffered minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital where they are expected to be okay.
Longmont Racqueteers tennis team shoot for gold at state competition
The Longmont Racqueteers, a local Special Olympics tennis team, hopes to serve up some gold medals this weekend at the state championship. Special Olympics is a sports organization for adults and children with intellectual disabilities. On Saturday, the Longmont Racqueteers will face off against teams from across Colorado at the State Summer Classic in Colorado Springs.
Colorado Wildlife Attacks on the Rise: A Simple Explanation?
Growing up in a mountainous region of Colorado, it was commonplace to see deer and elk all over town and no one batted an eye. There was never any talk about these magnificent beasts attacking humans, or even getting within close proximity. Wolf Attack: First to Be Reported Since Colorado’s...
Colorado Weather: Hot Weekend Ahead with Rain and Cooler Weather by Monday
Pueblo, CO — Colorado is set to experience a weekend of extreme temperatures, with the plains expecting highs between 92°F and 102°F, while the mountain valleys will see temperatures ranging from 85°F to 87°F. The mountain regions will experience slightly milder conditions, with temperatures peaking between 65°F and 85°F on Saturday.
Coloradans Can Check Out Live Horse Racing With Big Cash on the Line
Coloradans can get in the car and take a fun road trip to see (and bet on) professional horse racing. While the Kentucky Derby does get all the attention in the world of horse racing, Wyoming's races are something to see, as well. Your trip will take you through some of the prettiest parts of Wyoming to see some very majestic horses.
Colorado's jobless rate continues to edge up
Colorado’s unemployment rate continued to edge up in July, increasing a tenth of a percentage point from the month before to 3.9%, the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment reported Friday. The state’s jobless rate remains below the national rate, which rose two-tenths of a percentage point to 4.3% in July. Still, Colorado’s unemployment rate has slowly increased throughout the year, after reaching 3.4% in January. There have been signs...
CDPHE says additional dogs need quarantine following rabies exposure
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says its investigation has revealed additional dogs will need a modified quarantine after potential rabies exposure at a July adoption event. Eleven puppies were euthanized last week after their littermate tested positive for rabies. The Colorado State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has conducted tests on 12 puppies, resulting in two positive and three inconclusive results. The first positive was the known, infected puppy and was confirmed positive by the CDC.CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Lab sent the three inconclusive specimens and positive specimens to the CDC for further analysis. The CDC determined those specimens to...
This Is The Most Dangerous College Campus In Colorado
This week, universities and colleges all across Colorado are welcoming in new students for the new semester. While Colorado has many different great options when it comes to higher education, Colorado School of Mines stands out as the best, being the only one ranked in U.S. News’ Top 100.
Colorado Gov. Polis calls lawmakers back to Denver for special session on property taxes
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis on Thursday called the Colorado Legislature back to work for a special session to address rising property taxes, making it the second time in less than a year that lawmakers will meet outside their regular term to work on the issue. The special session will begin Aug. 26 and last at […]
New Strongest Man On Earth To Be Crowned In Colorado This Weekend
It's an event like you've never seen, put on by a Colorado-grown real-life superhero. The Strongest Man on Earth competition is live in Colorado this weekend, where a new "King" will be crowned. The Strongest Men On Earth Take Over Colorado This Weekend. The "Strongest Man on Earth" competition is...
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