Author: Kelly Hayes
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A 2025 guide to the colorful and curious summer festivals of Colorado
From wacky to downright weird, Colorado is full of unique summer festival traditions. While some celebrate the state’s Old West heritage, others stem from stranger histories. Here are some of Colorado’s most colorful summer festivals. FIBArk June 12-15, Salida Since 1949, whitewater enthusiasts have gathered in Chaffee County to race on the Arkansas River. “First…
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‘Life can be good again’: Local program brings healing to vets, military families through animal therapy
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save When Gillian Sirles came to the Remount Foundation nine years ago, she had survived multiple suicide attempts. Sitting on a picnic table outside the horse stables at the Air Force Academy, Sirles recounts her story of survival. Decades earlier, the Navy welder was discharged for…
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CSU releases ‘Top Performing’ perennials for upcoming garden season
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Colorado State University has announced its “Top Performing” perennials. The results of the 2024 CSU Perennial Trial program highlight nine plants that flourished amid harsh winters and arid summers. “The goal is to basically see…
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‘The most precious, non-renewable resource’: The study of time is core at NIST
BOULDER • Every second in a small laboratory room in Boulder, a green light flashes. Within the webs of yellow wire and shelves of computer systems, this green light represents the passage of time. But the moment our eyes realize it, its mission has been completed. Here, time ticks precisely. Home to the National Institute…
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Colorado food truck delivers treats, thanks to first responders around Front Range
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save It started with some burnt kettle corn on the front lawn. About four years ago, husband-wife duo Ryan and Angela King were looking for a way to earn a little extra cash. So the couple, located in Fort Lupton, bought a kettle and some ingredients…
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Pikes Pick: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with dueling pianos
The Phil Long Music Hall will host a special Valentine’s Day celebration with a dueling pianos show. The fun, high-energy performance makes for a great night, especially with such talented artists. Information at phillongmusichall.com. — Kelly Hayes, The Gazette
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Polis continues promotion of Pikes Peak management collaboration agreement
Gov. Jared Polis continued his show of support new management of recreation over Pikes Peak. Polis met with local and federal officials Monday in Colorado Springs to discuss the progression of a potential partnership by several entities with Colorado Parks and Wildlife. The goal: expand recreational activities on America’s Mountain. Movement toward a partnership agreement…
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Colorado Springs woman to become first double amputee on ‘Naked and Afraid’
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Colorado Springs’ Mandy Horvath will make history on season 18 of “Naked and Afraid” as the show’s first double amputee. Horvath, who lost her legs about a decade ago in an accident, will try to…
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‘Even if my heart breaks’: Nonprofit provides hospice for rescued senior dogs
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Golden • Walking into her home, Chaucee Stillman’s dog Gary opens his mouth, showing off the few teeth he has left, and lets out a booming bark. The roughly 14-year-old Chihuahua, who weighs no more than a few pounds, still likes to let visitors know…
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Ski jumping, ice climbing, snow sculptures: Winter festivals kick off around Colorado
As snow piles up and the sun sets early, towns around Colorado are finding ways to keep spirits high. Here’s a roundup of winter festivals around Colorado, starting this weekend and beyond: International Snow Sculpture Championships International snow sculpture festival (copy) Members of the Wisconsin team look at other teams’ sculptures for sculptors choice voting…