Friday, March 6, 2015

Clay County PALS enjoy former mentor's legacy

There's nothing like a warm-water swim on a frigid winter's day in Iowa. And several Clay County's PALS were all smiles during a recent Sunday afternoon swimming party at the Spencer Family Y's...

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Home Price Gains Follow Job Growth; What Cities Rose?

Colorado, New York, Texas and Wyoming have hit new highs in home prices, the latest monthly tally shows. Among big metro areas, Houston, Dallas and Los Angeles saw the top year-over-year home price appreciation. ...

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New study finds over one billion teens and young adults are at risk of hearing loss

More than one billion teens and young adults are at risk of losing their hearing according to a new study by the World Health Organization.

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State Sen. Weinberg attends White House summit on middle class

Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg attended a summit at the White House with lawmakers from other states aimed at developing policies to bolster the middle class.

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CU football: MacIntyre expects more big things from Nelson Spruce

Colorado football coach Mike MacIntyre says he thinks wide receiver Nelson Spruce could have another 100-catch season next fall.

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Cheers! Tampa Bay lapping rest of state in craft breweries

TAMPA — It’s hard to keep an accurate count of all the independent breweries opening up across the Sunshine State these days.

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Erie set to revive farmers' market

A new farmers' market is coming to Erie this summer after a failed first run left the community without a market last year .

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MESA, Ariz. (AP) — For Jon Lester , it was just the beginning of the road to opening day. Nothing more, nothing less. The veteran left-hander got Billy Hamilton to fly out to right leading off the game, and then struck out Brandon Phillips , Todd Frazier and Jay Bruce — all swinging.

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Lester pitches 2 scoreless innings in spring debut with Cubs

For Jon Lester, it was just the beginning of the road to opening day. Nothing more, nothing less.

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Can Etsy keep its folksy brand and make shareholders money?

NEW YORK (AP) -- If craft seller Etsy goes public later this year it will be a test of how well the company can balance an explicit social mission with shareholder expectations for making money.

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Las Vegas woman seeks ‘Right to Try’ drugs for ailing father

A Las Vegas woman whose 86-year-old father is facing a terminal illness testified in favor Friday of a “Right to Try” bill the Nevada Legislature is considering that would make it easier for him to obtain a medication that could help prolong his life.

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Lester pitches 2 scoreless innings in spring debut with Cubs

For Jon Lester, it was just the beginning of the road to opening day. Nothing more, nothing less.

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Hillary Clinton's home server hard to trace

Hillary Clinton was not publicly registered as the owner of the domain and server she used to operate a personal email account registered to her home, making it difficult to trace the account back to the former secretary of state, according to CNN.

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Weaver, Angels arms shut down Rockies

Seven pitchers held the Rockies to four hits and no runs in nine innings at Tempe Diablo Stadium on Friday, leading the Angels to a 3-0 victory that gave them back-to-back wins to start their Cactus League schedule.

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Rockies muster little in Kendrick's spring debut

Seven pitchers held the Rockies to four hits and no runs in nine innings at Tempe Diablo Stadium on Friday, leading the Angels to a 3-0 victory that gave them back-to-back wins to start their Cactus League schedule.

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Colorado vault holds $700M of your treasure

From diamond rings to war medals, the Colorado State Treasurer's vault holds $700 million worth of treasure. Does it belong to you?

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Lester Pitches 2 Scoreless Innings in Spring Debut With Cubs

Cubs LHP Jon Lester pitches 2 scoreless innings in spring debut in 5-2 loss to Reds

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WHEN: Saturday, 7 p.m. WHERE: DCU Center , Worcester, Mass.

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Community Corner March 7

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Weaver, Angels arms shut down Rockies

Seven pitchers held the Rockies to four hits and no runs in nine innings at Tempe Diablo Stadium on Friday, leading the Angels to a 3-0 victory that gave them back-to-back wins to start their Cactus League schedule.

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First Government-Run Pot Shop To Open In Washington State

The first government-run recreational marijuana store in the country opens in Washington State on Saturday. Revenues from the pot shop will benefit the small town of North Bonneville. Community leaders there say their town could really use the cash. The economy in that part of the state has been slow to recover since the timber industry collapsed more than two decades ago.

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Hillary Clinton's home server hard to trace

Hillary Clinton was not publicly registered as the owner of the domain and server she used to operate a personal email account registered to her home, making it difficult to trace the account back to the former secretary of state, according to CNN.

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Report: Arizona's economic health middle of the pack in US

When it comes to economic health, Arizona is about as average at it gets.

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Four NHL bargains who could help you win DraftKings' $50K main event

The season may essentially be over for a number of NHL teams, but that doesn't mean daily fantasy value can't be extracted from their rosters. Fortunately for fantasy players, DraftKings doesn't discriminate between playoff contenders and pretende...

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Cultural exchange: Erie couple bridging miles between Colorado, Ghana

After more than a decade of sharing his African heritage with Colorado, Erie resident Adjei Abankwah will bring American culture back to Ghana this summer. In 2003, Abankwah and his wife, Kari, launched the BaoBao Festival , which brings west African music and dance performances to communities across the Denver and Boulder areas.

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Angels blank Rockies behind Jered Weaver

The game: The Angels allowed just four hits on their way winning their second straight game to start their Cactus League schedule, a 3-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies, 3-0, on Friday at Tempe Diablo Stadium. Pitching report: RHP Jered Weaver...

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Frozen Dead Guy Days is 'not for the faint of heart'

Coldhearted Nederland festival adds human foosball to its diabolical schedule in 2015.

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Kids At Their Best in after-hours spotlight

Artwork created by kids, pictures of smiling kids and informational posters lined the curved wall in the basement Columbine Room at Wells Fargo Bank on Wednesday night.

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Prosecutors Want Photos Of Theater Shooting Kept From Public

Prosecutors in the Aurora theater shooting case want a judge to keep the public from seeing graphic autopsy and crime-scene photos during the trial, saying the images would traumatize the families of victims.

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US oil and natural gas rig count drops by 75 to 1,192 with oil prices down

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. says the number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. fell by 75 this week to 1,192 amid depressed oil prices. Baker Hughes said Friday 922 rigs were seeking oil and 268 were exploring for natural gas, with two listed

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WATCH: Hidden camera captures EMT stealing woman’s pain medication

A Colorado EMT pleaded guilty to theft Thursday after hidden cameras captured him nabbing pain medication from a patient’s bedroom.

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M. Lacrosse. Koshansky Enjoys International Experience

Walking behind the red, white and blue flag, Nick Koshansky felt the enormity of the moment. The University of Notre Dame sophomore midfielder was participating in the Opening Ceremony for the Federation of International Lacrosse (FIL) World Championships in Colorado. However, Koshansky was not playing on the American team. Instead he was following in the steps of his brother, Will, and playing ...

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US oil and natural gas rig count drops by 75 to 1,192

NEW YORK (AP) " Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. says the number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. fell by 75 this week to 1,192 amid depressed oil prices.Baker Hughes said Friday 922 rigs were seeking...

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Left-hander Joe Beimel, Rangers agree to $1.5 million deal

Left-hander Joe Beimel and the Texas Rangers have agreed to a $1.5 million, one-year contract.

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Rangers sign lefty Beimel to 1-year, $1.5 million contract

SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) Left-hander Joe Beimel and the Texas Rangers have agreed to a $1.5 million, one-year contract.

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Left-hander Joe Beimel, Rangers agree to $1.5 million deal

SURPRISE, Ariz. (AP) Left-hander Joe Beimel and the Texas Rangers have agreed to a $1.5 million, one-year contract.

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Ready to rumble

BRUSH — The Brush Beetdiggers have already played a couple games at Sterling High School, so the venue for their first round game of the CHSAA 3A State Tournament will not be a surprise for the team.

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Newsom: ‘Californians have to reimagine the purpose of government’

SAN RAFAEL — California lacks “intentionality” when it comes to formulating an economic development plan, or a strategic master plan, that can get the state back on track economically, Lt. ... Read more »

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The Best (and Worst) Paying Cities for Women

Sunday is International Women’s Day, meant to celebrate achievements among women, and promote greater equality around the world. The United States is doing well in some areas, but continues to struggle ...

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US oil and natural gas rig count drops by 75 to 1,192 with oil prices down

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. says the number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. fell by 75 this week to 1,192 amid depressed oil prices.

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New Snowpack Means Weekend Avalanche Worries Despite Nice Forecast

After two weeks of cold and snow, a mild extended forecast means there'll likely be a big draw to Colorado's high country this weekend.

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US oil and natural gas rig count drops by 75 to 1,192

Oilfield services company Baker Hughes Inc. says the number of rigs exploring for oil and natural gas in the U.S. fell by 75 this week to 1,192 amid depressed oil prices. Baker Hughes said Friday 922 rigs ...

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Dry house for Fifty Shades of Grey

Idaho authorities have banned movie theatres from serving alcohol during showings of Fifty Shades of Grey.

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Dad bloggers rewrite rules of fatherhood

When Mike Heenan finally mustered the courage to put his most pressing thoughts into a blog, he didn't vent about football, race or politics in America. And, he didn't indulge in a Hemingway-esque exploration about human existence.

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ECHL Today - March 6

- Florida's Brant Harris is tied for eighth among rookies with 38 points (13g-25a).

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Canes look to tame red-hot Wild

The Minnesota Wild take aim at a fifth straight victory when they conclude a quick two-game road trip with Friday's battle against the Carolina Hurricanes.

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Left-hander Joe Beimel, Rangers agree to $1.5 million deal

Left-hander Joe Beimel and the Texas Rangers have agreed to a $1.5 million, one-year contract. Beimel, 37, was 3-1 with a 2.20 ERA in 56 relief appearances last season with Seattle and held left-handed hitters to a .188 batting average. He attended spring training with the Rangers in 2012, had a 4.50 ERA and was released.

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Tulowitzki Sends 21 Children’s Hospital Patients To Spring Training

Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki is giving a group of children an unforgettable trip of a lifetime.

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120.12 ¥/$ (5 p.m.)

Sorry, but your browser needs Javascript to use this site. ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO – Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning passed his physical and signed his revised contract on Thursday.

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Dayton Air Force Academy cadet wins Aviation Week award

An Air Force Academy cadet from the Dayton area has been chosen for an Aviation Week Tomorrow’s Leader Laureate Award in a ceremony this week in Washington, D.C. Cadet 1st Class Rebecca A. Esselstein was one of three cadets and one midshipmen at the nation’s service academies chosen for the award. Esselstein, who is expected to graduate in May, studies astronautical engineering at the Air Force ...

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