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Today we attended the unveiling of a statue honoring 150 years of volunteer fire service in the city of Golden, Colorado. The department started at roughly the same time as the Coors Brewery and the School of Mines both here in Golden. The department is now a hybrid department with mostly paid professional firefighters with an additional volunteer crew. EMS is provided by an outside agency.
Windsor Celebrates ‘Where You Belong’ for Parks & Recreation Month
This July, join Windsor Parks, Recreation & Culture for Parks and Recreation Month, as we celebrate how the town is stronger, more vibrant and more resilient because of parks and recreation. This year’s theme is ‘Where You Belong’ and recreation departments throughout the United States celebrate each July in cooperation with the National Parks and Recreation Association (NRPA).
Stage 1 fire restrictions begin around northern Colorado in several locations
Multiple Stage 1 fire restrictions have been posted around northern Colorado and the northern Front Range mountains on Tuesday ahead of the July 4 holiday and weekend, Boulder County and National Forest officials said. The Boulder County Sheriff's Office enacted Stage 1 fire restrictions for unincorporated areas in west Boulder...
Former CBI scientist under investigation earned more than $500k in overtime, court docs say
DENVER — A former DNA analyst who is now under criminal investigation earned more than half a million dollars in overtime from 2007 to 2023, according to court records filed in Weld County. Those documents say all of it was paid for by taxpayers. Colorado plans to spend more...
Jadyn McCartney Rejoins Northern Colorado Bears
Chadron Native Jadyn McCartney was named operations director for women’s volleyball at The University of Northern Colorado. McCartney who graduated from Chadron High School and played for Northern Colorado from 2017-2020 was an all time great for the Cardinals. During her playing career at Northern Colorado, McCartney played in...
Drowning victims discovered during firefighting exercise in northern Colorado
GREELEY, Colo. (KKTV) - A training exercise ended in tragedy in northern Colorado after two bodies were discovered. Greeley firefighters were training at Poudre Ponds last week when a citizen interrupted. The person had found a wallet, clothes, a phone, and other items left by one of the ponds that clearly belonged to someone, but no one was around.
Fort Collins woman leaves science career to become professional cornhole player
Cornhole has grown from a casual backyard game to a competitive professional sport. Colorado is home to two American Cornhole League pros, including one of the few women professionals in the sport.
UNC Basketball: The university is moving forward with Smith Center ideas
On Monday, WRAL in Raleigh reported that UNC is moving closer in terms of their next steps for what to do about the Dean Dome. In the last two decades, the campus has seen various project improvements for campus venues while the Smith Center has mostly stayed the same. Carmichael Arena has had two major upgrades. Fetzer Field has become Dorrance Field with a complete renovation with seats on both sides. The football team has gotten an indoor practice facility along with outdoor practice fields on the site of the old Navy Field, which led to the field hockey team getting Shelton Stadium. There’s also been updates to Finley Golf Course, a brand new tennis center, and a brand new track and field complex.
Country music star’s dad suffers heart attack
Chris Young’s step-father — whose name is Michael Harris and who the singer refers to as “Dad” — suffered a heart attack on Saturday. The country singer shared the news on social media and updated that Harris was recovering. Young was traveling at the time for a scheduled concert in Greeley, Colo.
Colorado officials celebrate $41 million federal investment in quantum development
The federal government awarded a Colorado-centered tech hub $41 million to boost its development of quantum information technology, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced Tuesday. The U.S. Economic Development Administration awarded the money to Elevate Quantum, a consortium of 120 organizations across Colorado, New Mexico and Wyoming focused on quantum development, to expand its quantum […] The post Colorado officials celebrate $41 million federal investment in quantum development appeared first on Colorado Newsline.
State agencies kick off enhanced DUI enforcement ahead of July 4th holiday weekend
Ahead of the July 4th holiday weekend, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and Colorado State Patrol have kicked off an enhanced DUI enforcement period. The organizations ask residents to never drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. From July 3 to 8, CDOT will support the state...
Colorado man gets 60 years for setting fire that killed a Senegalese family of 5
DENVER (AP) — A Colorado man was sentenced to 60 years in prison Tuesday for starting a house fire that killed five members of a Senegalese family, a crime which the victims’ friends and family say has forever changed their lives and their community, both in the U.S. and in the west African nation.
Keeping your pets safe this 4th of July
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region reminds those celebrating this week to keep their pets in mind. While, of course, people want to celebrate the holiday alongside family and friends - pets included - it is important to remember that while the sound of fireworks can be fun to us, it can be terrifying to our furry friends.
Colorado’s Peach Season Comes Early This Year
While Colorado may not be the state known for its produce, we sure do have some amazing things that come from here. Rocky Ford melons, Olathe sweet corn, and who could forget about Palisade peaches? When it comes to peaches, I could easily pass on any other variety like Georgia peaches. To me, they are just bland.
Learn about Colorado’s ag policy at public forum
The Colorado Department of Agriculture will host an hour-long community public forum on Tuesday, July 9, at the Rio Grande Farm Park in Alamosa. The meeting is in-person only, with no zoom connection. The public forum will include a Q&A with Colorado Department of Agriculture staff. It begins at 5:30 p.m. The Rio Grande Farm Park is located in East Alamosa off CO-17.
Coloradans Better Check the Budget For 4th Of July BBQs
Independence Day in Colorado often comes with the gathering of friends and family for a "good old fashioned" barbecue. For 2024, you may want to start looking at ways to cut corners. We all love, burgers, hot dogs, beers, potato salad, baked beans, and America. What we don't love is...
Colorado Town Bans Sale of One of Nation’s Most Popular Beverages
Breckenridge might just have taken the environmental crown of Colorado from Boulder. As of July 1, residents and tourists can no longer buy a beverage that has outsold soda for seven years. That’s because it comes in plastic. Breckenridge, Colorado, has banned the sale of bottled water as a...
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