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Why People Are Putting Dryer Sheets in Their Colorado Mailboxes?
Have you ever walked out to the mailbox to check the mail only to open it and find a dryer sheet sitting inside? This can seem very strange if you did not put it there, but rest easy, there is a good reason that someone did. Keep reading to find...
Vintage Footage from the 1920s to 1960s Shows a Simpler Colorado
Stumbling upon old, vintage footage from when Colorado may have been considered, "a simpler time" for those that were there can be nostalgic for some and just plain fascinating for others. Unfortunately, due to technological limitations of the time, it's incredibly rare to find footage that was taken, say, in...
Denver’s Airport is Busier Than 5 of These International Airports
Thousands of people travel into or out of Denver International Airport every day of the year. If you have ever seen the security checkpoint at Denver's airport, you know how hectic traveling out of Colorado can be. It might surprise you to know that Denver International Airport is the largest...
Multiple Taco Restaurants Around Colorado Suddenly Closed And Boarded Up
After seeing one of our favorite restaurants to grab a quick taco or Tex-Mex meal from close suddenly without notice, we’ve now learned that multiple locations around Colorado have done the same recently. Popular Taco Restaurant Closes And Boards Up Multiple Colorado Locations. As we roll through 2024, we...
Oasis Say They’ll Cancel Tickets as Resale Prices Reach $8,000
The earlybird window for Oasis reunion tickets resulted in some buyers demanding as much as $8,000 on resale sites. Tickets began appearing on third-party dealers’ pages soon after the three-hour pre-sale window for official purchases closed last night (Aug. 30). With people asking up to 40 times the face...
10 Facts You May Not Know About Moose on Colorado’s Grand Mesa
There was a time when the only areas of Colorado you might find a moose were in Rocky Mountain National Park, or near the community of Steamboat Springs. These days, hundreds of moose call Western Colorado's Grand Mesa home. Find out more about them by scrolling through the photos below.
Colorado’s Endangered Species: 11 Animals Found On the List
Colorado is a great state for wildlife, but did you know our state is also home to an ever-growing list of endangered and threatened species? Colorado's endangered species list includes several animals that are also considered endangered on a national level. Keep reading to learn more about some of Colorado's...
The Best Wild West Saloon in America is Right Here in Colorado
This history of the Wild West is still alive to this very day in Colorado. The days of the Wild West are long gone, but there are still places you can go that keep the memory still fresh in the high country. One of those places is rich with the...
Retro GameStop Stores Will Open Four Colorado Locations
Video games have changed a lot throughout the years. A video game that somebody in Colorado experienced in 2001 is a completely different world than what video game fans have access to today. I tried explaining the Nintendo 64 to a teenager who is a family member recently and they...
Colorado is Home to Three of the Longest Golf Courses in the U.S.
Last week, Colorado's Castle Pines Golf Club gained national attention while hosting the pros for the BMW Championship, and for being the longest course the PGA Tour has ever played. As it turns out, the Centennial State is actually home to three of the longest golf courses in the country...
Why David Gilmour Wasn’t Comfortable Becoming Pink Floyd’s Leader
David Gilmour was never fully comfortable taking over the role as Pink Floyd’s de facto leader. In 1985, two years after the release of The Final Cut, frontman Roger Waters unceremoniously quit the group. His decision brought an end to Pink Floyd’s classic era, which had featured Waters alongside Gilmour and drummer Nick Mason. Keyboardist Richard Wright, who was also an important part of Pink Floyd’s classic run, had already departed in 1981.
Did You Know This Unexpected Item is Banned at Red Rocks?
We're pretty lucky to be able to live in the state of Colorado. One of the many reasons is for the iconic music venue known as Red Rocks. People from all over the world flock to this natural music venue every year to see their favorite artists perform. Red Rocks...
The ‘Weird Kind of Karma’ Connecting Andy Summers to Robert Fripp
Andy Summers reflected on the “weird kind of karma” that connects him with Robert Fripp, and he recalled being knocked out when he recently heard 12 tracks they’d recorded together in the ‘80s, which he’d decided not to release at the time. The future Police...
The 20 Greatest F-Bombs in Rock History
"f***" has gotten a pretty bad rap over the years. Decried as a "bad word," it has long been censored on radio, television and just about any other public display you can think of. But the thing is, "f***" is actually an incredibly versatile word. It can express anger, bewilderment, confusion or betrayal. It can be inflammatory at one point and erotic at another. Is there any other word in the English language that wields such broad ability? We don't think so.
When Will Colorado’s Fall Colors Peak in 2024?
Whether you like it or not, fall will happen leading to winter. Before we get too far ahead of ourselves, let's take a minute and celebrate the beautiful colors we'll see across Colorado. If you're like us, you'll pack up the car, and head to the mountains to bask in...
Tallest Waterfall in Colorado is Great Travel Spot for Fall
In search of an easy fall adventure that your entire family can enjoy together? How about enjoying the autumn colors surrounding Colorado's tallest waterfall?. Most years, the first signs of winter show up in the San Juan mountains in late October and early November, which means the time to plan your trip to Bridal Veil Falls needs to happen over the next couple of months.
Think Twice Before You Stomp On This Spider in Colorado
There are a lot of spiders out and about in Colorado right now. What is your first instinct when you see a spider? Do you leave it be? Do you try to let it outside?. Mine is typically to stomp on it. I know that it isn't always the best thing, but I recently had an experience where I saw a huge spider in my home in Fort Collins and it was my first instinct.
Colorado’s 1stBank Center Finally Being Demolished A Year After Closing
After being around for less than 20 years, the 1stBank Center in Broomfield, Colorado, hosted its final event last fall, but the building has remained standing almost a full year later. What's the deal?. 1stBank Center In Broomfield, Colorado, Set To Be Torn Down. Costing a whopping $43 million, the...
David Gilmour Says Being ‘Rude and Insulting’ Helped Pink Floyd
David Gilmour believes success hindered Pink Floyd's ability to accept criticism. During a conversation with The Sun, Gilmour explained how the band’s creative dynamic changed. “After you achieve these dizzying heights, people tend to show you way too much deference,” the guitarist explained. “It becomes hard to retrieve the...
This Week’s Larimer County Colorado’s Most Wanted: Kayla Mercado
Northern Colorado law enforcement agencies work hard each day and night to keep our cities and towns safe. Whether they are assisting citizens or fighting crime, their jobs are anything but easy. One of their challenges is tracking down suspects on the Most Wanted list. The Larimer County Sheriff's Office...
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