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Woody Paige: No question, Nix should be QB1 from the jump
The Broncos must stop playing games before beginning to play games. The franchise has started 25 different quarterbacks in the opening games of 64 seasons. Bronco Bo will become the 57th quarterback (and one running back) to start an opener in team history. His inauguration has to be Sunday afternoon,...
CU Basketball Legend Ken Charlton Dies at 83: A Look Back at His Impact
CU Hall of Famer Ken Charlton, a pivotal player on the successful 1960s men's basketball team, passed away at 83 due to complications from Alzheimer's disease in St. Augustine, Fla. Charlton was a consensus first-team All-American and CU's 16th all-time leading scorer with 1,352 points. He was inducted into CU's...
Denver Tattoo Arts Festival brings out the Medusas, Buddhas and nuns
Calves, foreheads, shoulders, knuckles and toes (knuckles and toes) became skin canvas for ink artists at this weekend’s Denver’s tattoo festival. The popular 7th annual convention drew all ages, genders and skin types who strolled through 400 booths which offered everything from realism to mysticism, crystal jewelry to all colors of tattoo ink. Halls A and B in the downtown Colorado Convention Center presented a circus-like atmosphere as crowds gathered to watch sword swallowers, suspension artists and a contortionist who shot a bow and arrow...
CrowdStrike issues shrink Todd Helton's Hall of Fame entourage | Rockies notebook
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. - The CrowdStrike issues extended to the Hall of Fame. A faulty update caused 8.5 million Windows devices to crash and left with it the wake of canceled flights, banking issues, and a lesser crowd than expected for Todd Helton’s — and the three other inductees, for that matter — weekend.
Breck Create to host skateboard competition in search of local participant for an art piece
The 2024 Breckenridge International Festival of Arts kicks off with an event that merges action sports with progressive jazz Aug. 16, at the Riverwalk Center. “Finding a Line: Skateboarding, Music + Media” features pianist and composer Jason Moran backed by his trio, The Bandwagon, along with pro skateboarders Jordyn Barratt and Derek Scott and other local skateboarders. Those interested in being the local skateboarders featured can compete to do so through the Skate Mission contest. Breck Create will be taking video submissions for the competition until Aug. 2. To submit a video, visit this link: TinyUrl.com/4w7sfcez.
Breckenridge needs $12 million more than expected for housing and open space, staffers blame “timing adjustments”
Due to what Breckenridge’s finance department staffers described as “timing adjustments” and unexpected purchases, it will need to adjust its budget to the tune of $12 million. Breckenridge Town Council heard from members of the finance department at an July 10 meeting about the matter and got...
If Aspen were a game of Monopoly …
Editor’s note: The following story was originally published as “Who Owns Aspen?” in the summer 2024 edition of Local magazine, a product of Silver News LLC, also the owner of the Aspen Daily News. The story first came out in June and has been revised and updated.
Man and officer injured in shootout in Fort Collins
FORT COLLINS, Colo — A Fort Collins Police officer and another person were injured in an exchange of gunfire at a cemetery Sunday, the police department said. Police said around 12:40 p.m., officers responded to a single-vehicle rollover at the intersection of Bryan Avenue and Mountain Avenue, near City Park. Police said "the driver exited the vehicle with a firearm and exchanged gunfire with officers, then ran toward Grandview Cemetery."
Volunteers keep Northern Colorado laundry truck's mission rolling after crash
A mobile laundry service in Fort Collins and Loveland is back on the road five months after its truck was damaged in a crash. The mobile laundry service has been operated by Homeward Alliance volunteers for five years, providing free and accessible laundry to people with low income and families and people experiencing homelessness. Volunteers drive the laundry truck — outfitted with six washers and six dryers — to locations in Fort Collins and Loveland weekly so clients can have their laundry washed, dried and folded for free.
After Over 30 Years and New Owners, Colorado Sandwich Shop May Be Closed for Good
A sandwich shop in Colorado that began as a college class project blossomed into a legendary spot near campus. What began in 1988 may have seen its official last day in the summer of 2024. Running a restaurant/bar, even one as small as this one, isn't easy. When you add...
Meet the 2024 Garfield County Fair and Rodeo Royalty Queen: Elle Garcia
At 16, Elle Garcia embodies the spirit of the Garfield County Fair and Rodeo Royalty, transitioning this year from princess to queen. Her elevation to this esteemed title brings not only excitement but an overwhelming sense of community support. “It’s honestly amazing,” Garcia said. “Seeing how many people come out...
Greeley, Colorado, Sees End of Historic Business and a Great Mural
You never know where you're going to find great art in Colorado; it could be along side of an old building, like you'll find in Greeley. The problem with old buildings as a canvas - sometimes those buildings have to come down. Yes, the only thing constant is change, but it's still sad to see not only a wonderful mural go, but also a beloved bike shop.
No scrubs on this court: Local nurses trade IVs for volleys at annual tournament
Often be found roaming the hallways of the Yampa Valley Medical Center as registered nurses, Savannah Nauwelaers and Mary Wiemken teamed up Saturday to take on the Steamboat Doubles Volleyball Tournament. Hosted by Volleyball of the Rockies, the Steamboat Doubles Volleyball Tournament was established in 1981 and players come from...
Lamar Community College earns grant for Mobile Learning Lab
Lamar Community College (LCC) has been awarded a competitive grant of $859,145.28 from the Colorado Community College System and the Office of Economic Development and International Trade to develop the Southeast Colorado Industrial Technology Mobile Learning Lab. The Industrial Technology Mobile Learning Lab will provide vital training opportunities in Industrial...
Scottie Scheffler’s Wife Meredith & New Baby Joined Golfer After Arrest
More details are emerging on the bizarre events surrounding Scottie Scheffler’s arrest and how his wife Meredith Scheffler encouraged the golfer during the challenging time. Charges have since been dropped on what both parties described as miscommunication as Scottie attempted to arrive at the Valhalla Golf Club for the second round of the PGA Championship on May 17, 2024.
Judge backs Castle Rock church that sued town over homeless shelter
A Colorado church that sued the Town of Castle Rock over its ability to shelter homeless people on church grounds saw a win in court on Friday after a federal judge granted the church a preliminary injunction against the town.The Rock Church has sheltered homeless people in RVs on its property since 2019, calling it their religious duty to help those in need. But on at least three separate occasions, in 2021, 2022 and again in 2023, town officials blocked their efforts, saying they violated zoning laws. The church, in response, said this violated its 1st Amendment rights to religious...
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