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Gypsum Daze puts the focus on affordable fun for Eagle County residents
What began as a little party in Gypsum’s Second Street Park has become a multi-day party with a focus on fun for locals. Gypsum Daze has become a bigger deal in the community, but since 1997 the formula has remained the same: provide a fun, affordable event for locals.
Judge rules in favor of defendants in Colorado voter intimidation case
A federal judge on Thursday ruled in favor of defendants in a case involving three Colorado election conspiracy theorists who’d been accused by a coalition of voting rights groups of violating civil rights laws by conducting “voter verification” canvassing in the summer of 2021. Judge Charlotte Sweeney said that the plaintiffs had failed to present […] The post Judge rules in favor of defendants in Colorado voter intimidation case appeared first on Colorado Newsline.
Governor Polis celebrates tech funding in the Springs
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — On Thursday, July 18, Governor Jared Polis will be in Colorado Springs to celebrate what he calls historic funding from the CHIPS Act that is creating new jobs and strengthening Colorado’s Tech and Manufacturing Industries. According to the Governor’s Office, Polis will be at the Entegris Manufacturing Center of Excellence along with […]
Horrible Invasive Species Found in Colorado River
While we love our wildlife here in Colorado, sometimes the stories of the dangerous ones get all the credit. One that recently made headlines was a bear that attacked a human in Steamboat Springs. Even though it only gave the person minor injuries, it still was on the forefront of people’s minds.
Goodbye Redbox: Colorado Communities Say Farewell To DVD Kiosks
Remember when the weekends in Colorado included a trip to the local Blockbuster Video store to rent your favorite movie? From VHS to DVD, Blockbuster grew to more than 8000 stores from the late 80s until they stopped operating in 2013. Fast forward to 2024 and we are saying goodbye...
Comedy Legends Trash Idaho In New National Ad Campaign
Comedy legends Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong are making waves in the cannabis industry with their new hemp-derived Delta-9 THC gummies, Cruise Chews. The ingredients are federally legal, but the iconic duo has hit a snag when it comes to shipping restrictions in certain states. Idaho, in particular, has become the main punchline in their marketing, highlighting the legal restrictions faced by Cheech & Chong's Cruise Chews. However, in addition to Idaho, the product can't be sold in Colorado, Alaska, Hawaii, and Oregon due to state-specific regulations.
Xcel Energy moves dirt on phase 2 of Power Pathway Project
Xcel Energy officials gathered recently at the company's Fort Saint Vrain power plant near Platteville for a symbolic groundbreaking of its first75-mile segment of the company’s $1.7 billion Power Pathway project. Eventually, the project comprised of 550-miles of high-voltage electric transmission lines in eastern Colorado will provide strength and...
Colorado domestic violence shelter to become pet-friendly
BOULDER COUNTY, Colo. — Boulder and Broomfield counties are reporting higher rates of domestic violence than the rest of Colorado and the United States, according to SPAN (Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence). The guilt of leaving a pet behind with their abuser or having to surrender their animal can...
Warning issued after 2 recent fires in Colorado started by cigarettes
MESA COUNTY, Colo. (KKTV) - Firefighters in western Colorado are urging citizens to be careful when smoking. Twice in just three days, firefighters have had to respond to fires that were started by someone being careless with their cigarettes. Crews first responded to a big fire over the weekend at...
CAS Hosts First Annual Install Competition
This is a competition where teams change into sleeveless shirts in the middle of their performances, then proceed to blow the audience away with their show all the while giving them a good laugh. The first official Colorado Sign Association (CSA; Glendale, AZ) Install Competition was hosted on June 28...
Going to a lake soon? Check out the state's toxic algae tracker
As summer water recreation is in full bloom, it’s important to be aware when a river or stream might contain toxic algae. Harmful algae blooms pose a serious threat for humans, pets and aquatic life. Some of the symptoms of exposure or ingestion in humans include vomiting, diarrhea, skin...
Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
This story originally appeared in Stateline. Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in […] The post Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices appeared first on Colorado Newsline.
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