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Thousands of burn piles wait in Colorado's forests
They sit like haystacks in a field; piles of debris, waiting to be consumed. but in this case, it is by fire.In Evergreen, as well as other Colorado communities, burn piles await ignition as efforts increase to mitigate fires on forest land. "We believe there are 3,800 burn piles in Evergreen's fire district. And tens of thousands more across the state," said Einar Jensen, risk reduction coordinator at Evergreen Fire Rescue. The season of burning is still ahead. There is no burning until the near winter. "There's a lot more science involved when it comes to actually working with these...
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.
Judge sides with employee in Department of Corrections overpayment case
After months of fighting, a judge ruled in favor of a Colorado Department of Corrections employee who was told he needed to return months of alleged overpay. It comes after the department blamed a payroll mistake.That order comes months after Lawrence Cutts and other CDOC employees shared their stories anonymously with CBS News Colorado."A lot of people are still going through their hard times because of what was going on. What is still going on," Cutts said via Zoom.He and several others received notices last fall without warning saying they must repay thousands of dollars in what the DOC alleged was...
Colorado complies with carbon monoxide standards
(COLORADO) — The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) reported on Thursday, Aug. 15 the state had kept outdoor carbon monoxide pollution well below Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards and was now under compliance. From 1999 to 2003, the EPA designated various areas in Colorado as back in compliance with the federal carbon […]
Here’s a way-too early forecast for Colorado’s 2024-25 winter season
Early forecasts are providing hints at how the 2024-25 winter season may shake out in Colorado. This week, several ski areas announced opening dates, including Keystone Resort, Vail Mountain and Steamboat Resort. While nothing about the upcoming season is certain, confidence is building for the return of La Nina, the...
LOOK: Abandoned Buildings in a Former Colorado Town Left to Rot
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. While a number of towns that have been abandoned over the years, typically referred to as ghost towns are widely known among Coloradans, some of these former settlements have simply been left to be reclaimed by the elements.
Multistate Salmonella outbreak, including Colorado, linked to turtles
(COLORADO) — The U.S. Center for Disease and Control (CDC) announced on Friday, Aug. 16 that it is investigating a multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to small turtles. As of Aug. 16, the CDC has received 51 reports of Salmonella illness from multiple states, including Colorado, linked to contact with small turtles — shells less than […]
Registration open for Colorado UPA State Championship at Steamboat Pickleball Center
The United Pickleball Association has selected the newly constructed Steamboat Pickleball Center to play host to the Colorado United Pickleball Association State Championship Series on Sept. 13-15. Registration has officially gone live for the championship, which will crown the top amateur pickleball players in Colorado, with all proceeds going to...
How a Colorado resident turned a passion for RVs into a burgeoning business
For Joel Holland, what started as an impulsive decision with his wife to travel the United States in an RV has grown into a business and network that supports over 5,500 small businesses across the country, including a few in Colorado. Holland is a Vail resident and the owner of...
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...
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.
Homegrown Balloon Technology Used to Combat Colorado Wildfires
Unfortunately, the state of Colorado is no stranger to wildfires and the summer of 2024 has seen some serious devastation. Colorado has sought help in fighting these fires from firefighters across the state, mushroom growing operations, and even K-9 Units. Colorado Has Three Dogs Aiding in Fighting Wildfires |. As...
Colorado legislators weigh grants for behavioral health services in jails
A grant program to help local jails provide for free certain behavioral health services to people in custody is under consideration by an interim committee of the Colorado Legislature. The program is part of one bill being considered by a committee looking to improve how the state treats people with behavioral health disorders in the […]
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 […]
Research shows air filters in classrooms improves overall ventilation and air quality
BOULDER, Colo. — We're in the middle of Colorado kids returning to school, which means more time spent inside. We don't get to choose the air we breathe, but improving the air in classrooms is a goal for researchers at CU Boulder, and they're making progress. "We started with...
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