Colorado Times: 01/15/15

Thursday, January 15, 2015

UA-Colorado pregame: Buffs banged up

Josh Scott and Xavier Johnson may be limited.

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The Time Muhammad Ali's Hero Turned Him Into A Dish Washer

In the video above, you will see a young Muhammad Ali, still Cassius Clay then, beating the brakes off Archie Moore in 1962. Moore was 48 years old at the time, and was once the fighter Ali admired above all others. That changed the year before this bout, though, when Ali finally got a chance to train with Moore. Read more...

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Hilma ‘Tilly’ Marie Henderson

Hilma “Tilly” Marie Henderson was born in Elburn, on Sept. 20, 1920, and passed away surrounded by her family at her home in Golden, Colo., on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015. She was the youngest of three sisters. Tilly lived in Elburn until she was 88 years of age. She was the oldest native woman in […]

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L.A. family kept alligator in backyard 40 years

What's 8 feet long and lives in a Southern California backyard?A pet alligator a family has kept for about 40 years, animal-control officials told the Los Angeles Times.

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Launch problems stall an ambitious reading program

There is a huge problem when roughly half of Sanger’s third graders are unable to read at grade level.

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BBVA Compass names Jennifer Kelly Dominiquini its Chief Marketing and Client Experience Officer

HOUSTON, Jan. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- BBVA Compass announced today that it has appointed Jennifer Kelly Dominiquini as its Chief Marketing and Client Experience Officer, tapping the e-commerce veteran to reimagine how the bank engages clients as it continues its digital...

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Denver East's Brian Carey averaging 35 points per game in fast start

By the time you finish reading this sentence, Brian Carey may have scored. For sure, he would have put up a shot. Maybe more than one.

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Eric Hamer of Palmer Ridge is Gatorade runner of the year

Eric Hamer #768 of Palmer Ridge leads the Boys Class 4A Colorado state cross country championships with Ian Meek #727 of Montrose and Shane Mathis #639 of Erie at Norris-Penrose Event Center on

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Yampa/White basin roundtable concerned about Western Slope plans

It’s a good thing the Yampa/White Basin roundtable can agree, because Western Slope basin roundtables have yet to agree on much.

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Whiting Petroleum decreases production costs, improves net income

In the past year, Whiting Petroleum's cost management efforts have paid off. Production cost decreased 10% to $17.99 per boe in 3Q14.

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Weld Sheriff: Truck, train collide near Hudson; minor injuries reported

Authorities in Weld County are responding to a collision between a train and trash truck in Hudson on Thursday morning.

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John Travolta to host show honoring 'Living Legends' of flight

Actor and pilot John Travolta is set to host an evening dedicated to the flying world's A-listers at the 12th Living Legend Aviation Awards on Friday at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.

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LATEST NEWS

Washington Capitals center Brooks Laich (21) and Nicklas Backstrom (19), of Sweden, battle for the puck against Colorado Avalanche defenseman Nate Guenin, center, during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Monday, Jan. 12, 2015, in Washington.

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Hearing For Cop Charged With Murder In Fatal Shooting

A judge is set to consider the evidence against a police officer charged with second-degree murder in the on-duty shooting death of a 27-year-old man in Rocky Ford.

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Colorado Editorial Roundup

A sampling of recent editorials from Colorado newspapers: The Denver Post, Jan. 13, on the Colorado Film Commission: Colorado's film commission can point to some big "gets" in promoting the effectiveness of its incentive program, but it should not overextend itself. The film incentive program is ...

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For the Love of Birds; Birding Festivals, Trails, Art, and Lodging in Colorado

Valentine's Day romance rules the month of February, and if you think love is "for the birds," then what better month to discover Colorado's love of birds? With reduced foliage during winter ...

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Sennen Potash Intersects 46.1% KCl Over 6.3m in Johnson 1 Well, Utah

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Daily Word: Cincinnati without Cronin

Daily Word: Cincinnati without Cronin

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Springs' Largest District Doing Away With Zero-Tolerance Weapons Policy

The largest school district in Colorado Springs, District 11, has decided to do away with their zero-tolerance weapons policy.

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Yosemite climbers stretch bounds of the possible

Two rock climbers won a race against diminishing daylight Wednesday to become the first to scale a slippery, barren slab of El Capitan considered so treacherous no one else has ever dared try it.

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Climate: Is sea level rise speeding up?

New study shows acceleration in past 20 years Staff Report FRISCO — Estimating the pace of global sea level rise isn’t easy, but a team of Harvard researchers say their new study helps fill in some of the data gaps, showing that the acceleration in the rise global sea level from the 20th century to […]

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Anti-fracking groups seek ban in California

Activists say report downplays threat to water Staff Report FRISCO — California regulators this week released the first section of a new environmental review of fracking impacts. But the study fails to take a hard look at many of the potentially harmful impacts, according to environmental activists. The review by California’s Division of Oil, Gas […]

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JeffCo K-9 dies of aggressive form of cancer

A German Shepherd mix who helped to provide protection for presidents and citizens has died of cancer.

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John Travolta to host show honoring 'Living Legends' of flight

Actor and pilot John Travolta is set to host an evening dedicated to the flying world's A-listers at the 12th Living Legend Aviation Awards on Friday at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.

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Horseshoe and Louisiana Downs parent company files for bankruptcy

Bad luck for the parent company of two local casinos. Caesars Entertainment has filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11.The company owns the Horsehoe Casino and Hotel and Louisiana Downs Casino and Racetrack in Bossier City.

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Buffs get WR Nelson Spruce back for one more season

As it turns out, Colorado won’t be losing the most potent and productive member of its offense this upcoming season after all. After briefly flirting with the idea of leaving early for the NFL, Nelson Spruce informed head coach Mike MacIntyre prior to the school’s semester break that he will indeed be returning to the…

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Streaking Utes set sights on Sun Devils

Tempe, AZ (SportsNetwork.com) - The eighth-ranked team in the nation hits the road on Thursday, as the Runnin' Utes of Utah challenge the Arizona State Sun Devils in Pac-12 Conference action at Wells Fargo Arena. Since losing to 10th-ranked Kansas by just three points a little over a month ago, the Runnin' Utes have rattled off six consecutive victories. Eight days ago, the Utes posted a ...

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Wildcats host Buffaloes in Pac-12 tilt

Tucson, AZ (SportsNetwork.com) - The 10th-ranked Arizona Wildcats begin a brief two-game homestand on Thursday, as they welcome the Colorado Buffaloes to the McKale Center for a Pac-12 matchup. Sean Miller's Wildcats opened the season with 12 straight wins, but have since split their last four games. The team closed out non-conference play with a loss to UNLV (71-67), but then began Pac-12 play ...

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Colorado health officials: Second test confirms Arvada man Ebola-free

Colorado public health officials said Thursday morning that an Arvada man being monitored for Ebola at Denver Health Medical Center has been released after a second test confirmed he does not

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Ligety starts super combined quest

Ted Ligety will aim to build momentum ahead of the FIS Ski World Championships in the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup combined race at Wengen.

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Anti-fracking groups seek ban in California

El Paso County commissioner wants to take on U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in 2016

El Paso County Commissioner Darryl Glenn announced today he is seeking the Republican nomination for U.

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Health Insurance Prices: Highest In Alaska, Lowest In Sun Belt

A look at the 10 least and 10 most expensive places for health insurance shows a wide gap in prices for the same level of coverage.

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One of the original 'Marlboro Men' dies in Wyoming

One of the original "Marlboro men" died in Wyoming earlier this week.Darrell Winfield of Riverton, Wyo., died at home on Monday, Jan. 12, according to Davis Funeral Home,the AP reports.

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2 friends climb into history by their bloodied fingertips

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, Calif. (AP) — American rock climber Tommy Caldwell was first to pull himself atop a 3,000-foot sheer granite face in Yosemite National Park, followed minutes later by his longtime friend Kevin Jorgeson.

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Colorado-Arizona Preview

Arizona suffered through its worst scoring effort and defensive field-goal percentage performance in its first Pac-12 loss. Colorado was also outplayed on both ends of the floor in its first conference defeat. The 10th-ranked Wildcats seem to be better poised to bounce back since they have won 30 straight at home heading into Thursday night's matchup with a Buffaloes team unsure of the statuses ...

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SA discusses pushing spring break forward

A committee of students, faculty members and staff members is creating a new calendar for Spring 2017 that pushes spring break back to align with that of the Houston Independent School District.

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2 friends climb into history by their bloodied fingertips

Beware Fake Debt Collectors

Scammers are calling people all over Colorado, pretending to be with a collection agency.

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The Women’s Foundation of Colorado Announces New President and CEO

Lauren Y. Casteel brings unmatched experience leading foundations (PRWeb January 15, 2015) Read the full story at http://ift.tt/14E5uXm

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Sunlight Mountain Resort 2015 Ski Spree Celebrates Colorful Colorado

It’s time again for Sunlight Mountain Resort’s annual Ski Spree extravaganza, Feb. 6-8. Events include slope-side competitions, a chili cook-off and a mid-winter fireworks show in downtown Glenwood Springs! (PRWeb January 15, 2015) Read the full story at http://ift.tt/14E5wOZ

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Greeley charter school considers arming teachers

Leaders of a Greeley charter school are considering arming teachers and other staffers.

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Fire Calls (Jan. 15, 2015)

Corvallis Fire Department

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News Release

WASHINGTON, January 15, 2015 – A normal water supply is predicted for much of the West, while the Southwest, Sierra Nevada region and Pacific Northwest are beginning the year drier than normal, according to data from the first 2015 forecast of USDA’s National Water and Climate Center (NWCC).

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Why do some cyclists break the rules of the road?

A study is underway in Colorado to find out why many riders blow through red lights, ride the wrong way and hog the road. A local cycling group says it's because of a lack of bike infrastructure.

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5NEWS Fit: Gyms for Kids

You know childhood obesity is a problem in the US, but do parents need a gym membership for their kids to lose weight? Apparently so and more and more Kid Gyms are opening up. These Baby Boot camps may be a good fit for you and your family on 5NEWS Fit. It’s a predictable New […]

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Experts: If Holmes Found Insane, He’s Unlikely To Be Freed

If James Holmes is found not guilty by reason of insanity in the Colorado theater massacre, he would be committed indefinitely to the state mental hospital and could — in theory, at least — be released someday.

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Where in the world?

Each day, CNN producers select a user-submitted photo to be our Travel Photo of the Day. Click through the gallery to see stunning shots from around the world and share your best travel photos.

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CTWC: Organization Says It's Time to Rethink Management of State's Dwindling Water Supplies or Consequences Could be ...

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- With most of the state gripped by a historic drought, the resulting signs and responses point to near desperation. As climatologists fear the worst, lakes in north Texas are at their lowest levels ever, west Texas communities have feared their water supplies were down to only a few months, and central Texas water reservoirs are at record lows ...

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Snapchat-style teacher-to-student feedback gets thumbs up

Using video recordings and maybe even temporary social media apps like Snapchat to give students video feedback on assignments could be more meaningful for learning than the age-old practice of teachers scribbling comments with a red pen, according to new research.

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