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Young people have a chance to take a free mental health first-aid class in Fraser
Mind Springs Health and the H.O.P.E. Fund are working together to bring three free mental health first-aid classes to Grand County. The first class is designated for teens specifically and takes place Monday, July 29, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Grand Park Community Recreation Center. The mental...
Summit’s Ella Hagen defends title at National High School Trail Running Championships in Salida
It is not typical for high school distance runners to race in huge races throughout the summer months. However, after several weeks of building a strong aerobic base for the upcoming fall cross-country season, several Summit High School distance runners got a chance to display their fitness levels by racing at the 2024 National High School Trail Championships in Salida on Saturday, July 27.
Colorado Grit hosts free All-Star Game at Greeley Ice Haus
The Colorado Grit, a hockey team based in Greeley, calls the Greeley Ice Haus their home. They have announced their new season and will be hosting a free All-Star Game today at 5 p.m. The event is open to the public, so come out and show your support for local hockey. The game will be played on the brand new ice at the Greeley Ice Haus.
Colorado Heat Wave: High Fire Danger Expected This Week
Denver, CO – Above-normal temperatures and dry conditions are expected across Colorado this week, raising concerns about critical fire weather. Today, temperatures are forecast to reach up to 98°F in several areas, including Fort Morgan and Akron, with the high country experiencing breezy conditions. According to the National...
Toasty Temps to end July
SUNDAY: Temperatures will heat up FAST today! Expect wall-to-wall sunshine to round out the weekend. Thanks to dry air overheard, even the mountains will remain storm free today. Expect highs to top out anywhere from the 90s to low 100s across parts of the plains. THIS WEEK: Hot and dry...
Utah and Colorado Red Flag Warnings: High Fire Risk from Dry Fuels and Gusty Winds
Grand Junction, CO – Red Flag Warnings are in effect today across northeastern Utah and much of western Colorado, signaling a high risk of extreme fire behavior due to a combination of dry fuels, gusty winds, and low humidity. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Junction issued the warning early Sunday, indicating that conditions would be critical from noon to 8 p.m. MDT.
New Denver Chipotle with Drive-Thru
A new Chipotle is set to open in Denver, bringing with it an exciting new feature for loyal customers: the “Chipotlane.”. This new concept allows customers to pick up their digital orders without leaving their cars. While it functions similarly to a traditional drive-thru, customers must place their orders online beforehand. The “Chipotlane” offers a quick and efficient way to grab your food, with Chipotle aiming to have customers in and out in just 30 seconds. This is a significant improvement compared to the 221.99 seconds average at Taco Bell, noted as the fastest in fast food.
West End project in Edwards faces its second hearing with county commissioners on Aug. 1
The Eagle County Board of Commissioners is set for at least one more hearing for the West End proposal in Edwards. That hearing is scheduled for Aug. 1 at 4 p.m. If approved, the project, proposed by East West Partners, would add 275 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments on a currently vacant site of just less than 5 acres just west of The Gashouse restaurant.
McWhinney, Loveland settle breach of contract lawsuit
The city of Loveland and Loveland developer McWhinney settled a breach of contract lawsuit over its Centerra South development, the city announced Friday. McWhinney filed the suit against Loveland late last year after Loveland City Council rescinded approval of the development and its master financing agreement, according to past Coloradoan reporting. At...
Three Colorado Bats Test Positive for Rabies
A viral disease so terrifying that Steven King wrote a horror story about it: Rabies can be deadly in animals and humans and it is transferred by either a bite or a scratch. Rabid animals can range from coyotes to raccoons, cats, dogs, and more. With how deadly the virus...
Advocates blast Western Slope counties’ ‘grossly inadequate’ Dolores Canyon conservation plan
A draft proposal released this week by two county governments on Colorado’s Western Slope is drawing criticism from a coalition of conservation groups backing the creation of a new national monument along the Dolores River. Advocates last year unveiled an ambitious proposal to designate a 391,000-acre expanse of public land near the Utah border in […]
2024 Hall of Fame: Randy Gradishar, 'Orange Crush' star, laid foundation for great Denver defenses to come
Before star linebackers like Von Miller and Karl Mecklenburg suited up to be anchors of the Denver Broncos defense, there was Randy Gradishar. Known as the heart and soul of the famed "Orange Crush" defense of the late 1970s and early '80s Broncos, Gradishar was a dominant force in his 10 seasons with Denver. The linebacker was known for his ability to read plays quickly and react appropriately, which helped him become one of the game's premier tacklers.
NFL Insider: Former rival Dan Fouts welcomes ex-Broncos star Randy Gradishar into Hall of Fame
For 10 years, Dan Fouts faced Randy Gradishar, and it didn’t go too well. Now he’s looking forward to the two being on the same team. Fouts, a star San Diego Chargers quarterback, was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1993. Next Saturday, Gradishar, a star Broncos linebacker, will become his teammate in the Canton, Ohio, shrine. "I'm really happy for Randy," Fouts, a Pro Football Hall...
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