Colorado Times: 03/23/15

Monday, March 23, 2015

Leafs lose 6th straight, beat by Wild

Minnesota goalie Devan Dubnyk added to his ironman streak and the Wild extended their string of road wins to nine, hanging on for a 2-1 victory over slumping Toronto on Monday night.

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Western Colorado Community College culinary team competes at regionals

Five members of the Western Colorado Community College culinary team represented the state of Colorado in the 2015 Western Region American Culinary Federation competition.

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Obamacare repeal debate stalls budget talks in Congress

Democrats insisted Monday that five years in, Obamacare is as healthy and successful as they hoped, even as it remains a political drag and as Republicans prepared for yet another assault in this week's budget votes. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, who will rally with fellow Democrats on Tuesday to ...

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Jupiter may explain our unusual solar system

Jupiter once caromed like a giant billiard ball through our inner solar system, shattering nascent planets and clearing out the once-crowded community around our sun, UC Santa Cruz astronomers say in a new report. Then it retreated into its now-mannerly orbit. And a second generation of inner planets -- Mercury, Venus, Earth and Mars -- formed out of the debris left behind.

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Shaw nets 2 goals; Blackhawks hold off Hurricanes in 3-1 win

RALEIGH, N.C. — Andrew Shaw scored two goals, and the Chicago Blackhawks held off the Carolina Hurricanes 3-1 on Monday night. Corey Crawford made 43 saves for the Blackhawks, who have earned a point in 18 of their past 21 games and are fourth in the Western Conference. Shaw scored in the first period and added an empty-net goal with 40 seconds left. Patrick Sharp had a goal and assist, and ...

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Rockies' Gray seizes chance, impresses in win over Brewers

Jon Gray allowed two singles in four scoreless innings, helping his chances of making Colorado's rotation and leading the Rockies to 5-1 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday.

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A warm-up is on the way… but it won’t last long

CLEVELAND– The snow that clipped areas south of a Mansfield-Akron-Youngstown line is coming to a conclusion tonight. Southern counties picked up a quick and sloppy inch or two on rooftops and picnic tables and will stick around with overnight lows between 18-22°F The next weather maker will funnel warmer air into the Ohio Valley on […]

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Shaw nets 2 goals; Blackhawks hold off Hurricanes in 3-1 win

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) Andrew Shaw scored two goals, and the Chicago Blackhawks held off the Carolina Hurricanes 3-1 on Monday night.

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CU-Boulder offering students path to finishing degree in 3 years

The University of Colorado is launching a new initiative for cost-conscious and decisive undergraduate students who want to finish their degree in three years.

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Boulder Valley working on sewer gas mitigation at Casey over spring break

Boulder Valley staff members and outside consultants are rebalancing the air handling system for better air circulation and installing extended vents at Casey Middle School over spring break.

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Dubnyk racks up another victory while Wild road warriors continue winning run

Minnesota goalie Devan Dubnyk added to his ironman streak and the Wild extended their string of road wins to nine, hanging on for a 2-1 victory over slumping Toronto on Monday night. Charlie Coyle and Thomas Vanek scored for Minnesota (41-25-7), which has gone 23-6-2 since acquiring Dubnyk on Jan. 14. Toronto defenceman Jake Gardiner made it interesting with 6:24 remaining, tapping in the puck ...

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Rockies release Jhoulys Chacin

The Colorado Rockies released right-handed pitcher Jhoulys Chacin on Sunday. read more

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Court hears man 'kept drugs under testicles'

A court has heard a man with alleged links to a motorcycle gang stowed illicit drugs under his testicles.

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Duhatschek: Still seeking a Stanley Cup ring, Iginla returns to Calgary

Jarome Iginla has won two Olympic gold medals, an Art Ross trophy, two Rocket Richards, a King Clancy and the Mark Messier leadership award, but the Flames icon is still in search of his first Stanley Cup

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Highway 9 realignment from Breckenridge to Frisco set to begin in '16

Colorado Highway 9 will be rerouted away from Leslie's Curve, shown here, through a portion of the Iron Springs conseration easement.

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Why exercise programs often do not lead to weight loss

A new study has revealed how to avoid setting yourself up for failure while trying to lose weight.

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Meat-eating lorikeets stun bird experts

A flock of Qld lorikeets have ruffled the feathers of bird experts after developing a taste for meat.

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Feds’ OK stirs debate over powdered alcohol

AUSTIN — With powdered alcohol recently approved by federal authorities, a bill aims to stop its use before it can reach Texas.

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Jumping into the 2016 race, Ted Cruz is all about that base

Senator?s strategy will be to build on the support he has cultivated since 2010.

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Ryu Hyun-jin (photo) is likely to pitch in a spring training match against the San Diego Padres on next Wednesday. MLB.COM reported on Wednesday that Zack Greinke and Ryu Hyun-jin will take the mount sequentially after Clayton Kershaw pitches in the game with Colorado on Monday next week.

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Political expert: Ted Cruz early presidential bid is right on time

Political experts say Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz' early presidential campaign announcement could help improve his public perception. Cruz announced his presidential bid at Liberty University in Virginia on Monday, saying he believes "in the power of millions of courageous conservatives rising up to reignite the promise of America." Political science expert, Bob Loevy, told KRDO NewsChannel ...

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Native American mascots under debate in Colorado

DENVER — A proposal debated Monday by lawmakers about the use of Native American mascots by Colorado schools prompted a tense moment about possibly offensive team names for other groups of people.

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Kings strong start propels them to victory over Devils

Los Angeles' win puts more pressure on Calgary.

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Millie Hamner bill adds protections for Colorado sexual assault victims

Rep. Hamner, second from right, Sen. John Cooke, R-Greeley, left, and Bruce Brown, District Attorney of Colorado’s 5th Judicial District, at the signing of HB15-1060.

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Recreational Marijuana Discussion at WSU Tri-Cities

WSU Tri-Cities hosted a lecture that compared Washington and Colorado's policies after the legalization of recreational marijuana.

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Sunday's Scoreboard

Monday's Games

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Ross Throws 5 Shutout Innings as Padres Beat White Sox 10-4

Ross throws 5 shutout innings; Padres put together 5-run inning in 10-4 win over White Sox

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Snyder murder trial postponed until April

SNYDER — A murder trial originally set for this week was postponed until April 27. Nicole Mann, 24, will face trial in Scurry County for last year’s shooting death of Robert Silva of Colorado City. Mann was arrested during a traffic stop last June shortly after Silva was found severely injured at a residence in the 1000 block of 25th Street in Snyder, according to A-J Media archives ...

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Man found dead in Colorado River identified

Police have identified the man whose body was recovered from the Colorado River on Saturday afternoon.

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Billionaire Mort Zuckerman injured in ski accident

Sources confirmed that the New York Daily News owner dislocated his shoulder while skiing in Colorado.

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Colorado Panel Passes Bill Limiting Native American Mascots

Colorado panel advances bill limiting Native American mascots; slideshow rankles some members

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Colorado’s legal pot more potent than ever

DENVER, CO – Some folks in Colorado are puffing some seriously powerful pot. A recent study found the legal weed sold in Colorado is off the ganja gauge and is nearly twice as potent as the stuff your folks had access to.

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Cruz will be one of several in GOP competing for tea party, evangelical voters

(c) 2015, The Washington Post. Ted Cruz's splashy entry into the 2016 race Monday intensifies the early battle to consolidate conservative voters who are intent on denying the Republican Party establishment yet another presidential nomination.

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Rockies release Jhoulys Chacin

The Colorado Rockies released right-handed pitcher Jhoulys Chacin on Sunday. read more

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Native American mascots under debate in Colorado

DENVER (AP) - A proposal debated Monday by lawmakers about the use of Native American mascots by Colorado schools prompted a tense moment about possibly offensive team names for other groups of people. To make a point of how offensive mascot monikers such as "redskins" can be, the sponsors of ...

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Backcountry talk Thursday

Powder to the People presents a spring backcountry-awareness discussion Thursday 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the GrassRoots TV studio, featuring Blase Reardon of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center and backcountry guide Anton Sponar.Reardon will first give an overview of the current snowpack, backcountry conditions and recent avalanche activity, including tips for safe backcountry travel.Sponar will ...

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Houston Dynamo Forward Barnes, Defender Taylor Called up to Jamaica National Team

HOUSTON (Monday, March 23, 2015) - Houston Dynamo forward Giles Barnes and defender Jermaine Taylor have been called up to the Jamaica national team for a pair of friendly matches this weekend. The Reggae Boys host Venezuela on Friday and Cuba on Monday at Montego Bay Sports Complex in Jamaica.

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Gomez 3-run HR off Shields helps Brewers beat Padres

PEORIA, Ariz. (AP) — Carlos Gomez has a way of igniting the Milwaukee Brewers.

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WATCH: Purple Heart dug up in Denver backyard reunited with veteran

A Colorado dog's backyard digging led to a search for a Korean War veteran to reunite them with their lost Purple Heart.

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Western Colorado Community College culinary team competes at regionals

Five members of the Western Colorado Community College culinary team represented the state of Colorado in the 2015 Western Region American Culinary Federation competition.

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Petition demands more animal training for SDPD officers

SAN DIEGO — The San Diego Police Department’s shooting of a 6-year-old pit bull named Burberry in Pacific Beach more than a week ago has thousands of people demanding increased animal training for law enforcement in San Diego and elsewhere. Around 30,000 people have signed the “Justice for Burberry” petition mandating officers be trained to […]

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Native American mascots under debate in Colorado

Native American mascots under debate in Colorado Legislature; slideshow rankles some lawmakers

Photo Gallery: 2015 SuperTour Finals in Sun Valley

Check out our photo gallery from the classic individual starts and freestyle sprints at the 2015 SuperTour Finals in Sun Valley, Idaho.

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Child poverty goes dips while income goes in Weld County

The amount of Weld County children living in poverty has decreased, according to this year’s annual “Kids Count in Colorado!” report released Monday.

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Monahan doesn’t understand why players have sophomore slumps

"I think every guy should be better in their second year than your first year."

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Backcountry talk is Thursday

Powder to the People presents a spring backcountry awareness discussion on Thursday 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the GrassRoots TV studio, featuring Blase Reardon of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) and backcountry guide Anton Sponar.Reardon will first give an overview of the current snowpack, backcountry conditions, and recent avalanche activity, including tips for safe backcountry travel ...

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