Colorado Times: 03/27/14

Thursday, March 27, 2014

Snowy morning

A mule deer seems to find comfort in the fresh snow on Thursday morning in Hermosa. Sun lovers need not despair, the National Weather Service expects the rest of the week should be mostly sunny in Southwest Colorado with Durango’s high today expected to hit 54 degrees.

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Local Briefs

Tax exemption available to some senior citizensA property tax exemption may be available for tax year 2014 for qualifying senior citizens, the surviving spouses of seniors who previously qualified and for disabled veterans. For people who qualify, 50 percent of the first 200,000 of the actual value of their primary residence...

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NTT Communications Positioned as a "Leader" in Gartner 2014 Report: "Magic Quadrant for Global Managed Security ...

TOKYO, March 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com; http://www.ntt.com/ ), a data, cloud and international communications leader within the NTT (NYSE: NTT) Group, announced on ...

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From Tulo to Bogaerts, next wave of shortstops worships Jeter

There are many ways to mark Derek Jeter’s success with the Yankees. You can start with the five World Series rings. To really understand the Jeter Experience, though, you have...

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A high-tech helicopter may aid firefighters

CENTENNIAL x2013 It costs federal taxpayers 34,000 just to keep the U.S. Forest Servicex2019s newest heavy air tanker on the tarmac.But no one can prove the C-130 tanker, or any other aircraft, actually help fight wildfires, the planex2019s owners say.x201cOne thing we do see is a lot of air tankers are up for...

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To correct drops, new receivers coach focuses on Jayhawks’ form

For the past two years, it seemed, Kansas University wide receivers mimicked the stock market of Sept. 29, 2008 — one drop after another. Eric Kiesau, hired in February to coach the Jayhawks’ pass-catchers, came into this job with eyes wide open. “That was the whole thing I heard about from everybody before practice started,” Kiesau said of the rash of drops. By Tom Keegan

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Avalanche play playoff-type hockey in 3-2 OT win over Vancouver

Avalanche D Tyson Barrie scored his third overtime goal of the season (fourth career, franchise record for a D) to beat Vancouver 3-2 at the Pepsi Center. Please click that link to get the game story, and the following videos include discussion of the great game-winning play set up by world-class-in-the-making center […]

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Predators-Stars Preview

Time is running short for the Nashville Predators and Dallas Stars to climb into playoff position, and the Predators have tried to help themselves with a four-game point streak.

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Colorado Mesa tennis results, March 27, 2014

Midwestern St. 8, Colo. Mesa 1

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Colorado Mesa lacrosse score, March 27, 2014

Colorado Mesa 21, Puget Sound 8

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Eickoff’s eight goals lead Mavs to easy win over Puget Sound

Ashley Eickoff scored a team-high eight goals Thursday to lead Colorado Mesa to a 21-8 women’s lacrosse victory over the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Wash.

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Williams oil well near Hayden back in the game, Dill Gulch on deck

The State Air Quality Control Commission voted in February to require oil and gas wells across the state, including existing wells, to capture the air pollutants known as VOCs, including methane. As it turns out, Shell Oil had already agreed to live up to similar standards in Routt County.

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Barrie tips in OT winner as Avs beat Canucks 3-2

DENVER (AP) — Moments after deflecting in the winning goal, Colorado's Tyson Barrie did a little dance.

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Colorado business briefs, 3/26

• CH2M Hill , a Douglas County-based consulting, design, construction and operations firm, announced has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as a 2014 world's most ethical company.

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Wolverines open crucial three-game stretch of ECAC games at Air Force

Two weeks ago, the team mobbed freshman midfielder Mikie Schlosser as he scored the overtime winner to lift the Michigan men’s lacrosse to their first-ever Eastern College Athletic Conference win. Confidence in the Wolverine locker room was high. read more

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Westminster pastor arrested on child sex assault

A Westminster pastor is arrested on allegations he sexually assaulted a girl over a three-year period, court records say.

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Barrie tips in OT winner as Avs beat Canucks 3-2

Vancouver Canucks left wing Chris Higgins (20) knocks Colorado Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson (6) off his skates during the first period of an NHL hockey game on Thursday, March 27, 2014, in Denver.

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Woodward plans public update on new headquarters site

Woodward is ready to update the public on its more than $200 million project to build a new corporate headquarters near Old Town Fort Collins.

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Canucks lose to Avalanche in overtime

Have to get two points.

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Bruins shut out 'Hawks in rematch

Patrice Bergeron scored two goals, and the Bruins beat the defending champion Chicago Blackhawks 3-0 on Thursday night in the first meeting between the teams in Boston since the deciding game of the Stanley Cup finals. Chicago, fourth in the Western Conference, remained one point short of clinching a playoff berth for the sixth straight season. Thomas Greiss stopped all three New Jersey shootout ...

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Just one of the boys: Softball standout Emma Speer has proven she can play baseball at Coal Ridge High School

Coal Ridge High School first baseman Emma Speer moves into position while teammate and pitcher Richie Winkler delivers the ball to the plate during a baseball game against Aspen at Coal Ridge High School last week.

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Playing overrated/underrated game in fantasy baseball

When someone says a player is overrated, it doesn’t mean he’s bad — it just means he failed to meet the lofty expectations of his owner. The good thing, however,...

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NHL standings

March 28 (Infostrada Sports) - Standings from the NHL on Thursday WESTERN CONFERENCEPACIFIC DIVISION W L OTL GF GA PTS 1. San Jose 47 19 9 230 181 103 2. Anaheim 47 18 7 231 182 101 3. Los Angeles 43 25 6 185 157 92 4. Phoenix 36 26 12 205 209 84 5. Vancouver 34 30 11 183 201 79 6. Calgary 30 36 7 185 214 67 7. Edmonton 25 39 9 180 241 59 CENTRAL DIVISION W L OTL GF GA PTS 1. St. Louis 50 16 7 ...

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Tyson Barrie tips in OT winner as Avs beat Canucks 3-2 to move closer to securing playoff spot

DENVER - Moments after deflecting in the winning goal, Colorado's Tyson Barrie did a little dance. Barrie scored 55 seconds into overtime, Semyon Varlamov stopped 29 shots, and the Avalanche moved a step closer to their first playoff berth in four years with a 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night. "That was a heck of a goal," Avalanche forward Matt Duchene said. Duchene dribbled ...

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Avs inch closer to playoffs with win over Canucks

DENVER -- The Colorado Avalanche took a step closer to their first postseason berth in four years. The Vancouver Canucks moved closer to an early summer. Defenseman Tyson Barrie scored 55 seconds into overtime and the Avalanche beat Vancouver 3-2 on Thursday night, dealing the Canucks' playoff chances a serious blow. "We still think we have a chance," said right winger Zack Kassian, who had a ...

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Blackhawks-Senators Preview

Inconsistent scoring has prevented the Chicago Blackhawks from padding their lead for second place in the Central Division and home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs. After getting shut out for the second time in three games, the Blackhawks will try to clinch a sixth consecutive playoff berth by taking advantage of the laboring Ottawa Senators' recent defensive struggles. Chicago ...

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Drivers pay hefty price for pothole problem

Drivers said Thursday the pothole problem is costing them thousands of dollars, while the city of Colorado Springs debated how to pay for it. Mayor Steve Bach said road conditions are the worst he's ever seen. Robert MacDonald, with the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments, said there is $11 million in the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority fund to pay for road repairs. The mayor's ...

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Tyson Barrie tips in OT winner as Avs beat Canucks 3-2 to move closer to securing playoff spot

State studies fetal anomalies in Garfield Co.

A Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment review of concerns about a sudden increase in fetal problems in Garfield County is probably weeks from completion, a department spokesman says.

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Death Notices, March 28, 2014

■ Gerald Lee Bridenbaugh, 83, Fruita, died March 25, 2014, at his home.

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Senate OKs bill to change policy for recall elections

Still stinging from last year’s first-ever recall elections, the Democratic-controlled Colorado Senate gave preliminary approval Thursday to a bill that would change the way recall elections are held.

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GJ businessman declares House bid

Dan Thurlow, who has run campaigns for other Republicans, as well as the Mesa County GOP, said he would bring a business perspective to the Colorado House.

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Vancouver Canucks lose in overtime at Colorado

Tyson Barrie scored 55 seconds into overtime, giving host Colorado a 3-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks.

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Adult, 2 Students to Return to SD After SUV Crash

A staff member and two students from McLaughlin School District are expected to return home Thursday from the Colorado crash on Monday.

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CDC: 1 in 68 U.S. Children has Autism

ATLANTA, Georgia (CNN)- One in 68 U.S. children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a 30% increase from 1 in 88 two years ago, according to a new report released Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This …

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Windsor makes list of best communities for homeownership

Citing its population growth and monthly household income, Windsor has been named a haven for homeowners.

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The UN General Assembly approved a resolution Thursday affirming Ukraine’s territorial integrity and calling the ...

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Air Force fired nine mid-level nuclear commanders Thursday and will discipline dozens of junior officers at a nuclear missile base in response to an exam-cheating scandal that spanned a far longer period than originally...

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Guinness Beef Stew Recipe

Guinness Beef Stew is a hearty meal, chock full of juicy, tender beef, root vegetables, herbs and well seasoned broth. It's perfect for a cold, snowy day or lunchtime leftovers.

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Marijuana advocates host panel as legalization debate continues

With a marijuana initiative likely to appear on the 2016 ballot, advocates for legalization are stepping up a campaign to draw attention to the issue.

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Billionaire Ergen Revisits Dish-DirecTV Deal as Options Run Out

Billionaire Charlie Ergen, who scrapped plans 11 years ago to merge his Dish satellite business with DirecTV because of regulatory concerns, is at it again.

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Barrie tips in OT winner as Avs beat Canucks 3-2

DENVER (AP) — Tyson Barrie scored 55 seconds into overtime, Semyon Varlamov stopped 29 shots, and the Colorado Avalanche moved a step closer to their first playoff berth in four years with a 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night.

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US autism estimate rises to 1 in 68 children

NEW YORK (AP) — The government's estimate of autism has moved up again to 1 in 68 U.S. children, a 30 percent increase in two years.

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Canucks fall to Avs in overtime, 3-2

DENVER – It was a loss, but not a total one.

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Blinded Army officers train in Summit County for Denali summit

Team from (left to right) at the Quandary trailhead after a 4:30 a.m,. zero-degree start in 40-mph winds: Eric Alexander (climb leader, Avon), blinded Major Scott Smiley (wounded in Iraq, Spokane, Wash.), blinded Master Sergeant Marty Bailey (wounded in Afghanistan, Annapoli,s MD), Gil McCormick (climb technician, Lakewood), James "J" Whorton (Denver).

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School notes: FCPS hires new audit manager

The Fairfax County School Board has hired a new audit manager to bring additional oversight for the school system’s $2.5 billion budget. Chris Horton will serve as audit manager within the School Board’s Office of Internal Audit.

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