Colorado Times: 04/02/15

Thursday, April 2, 2015

Accidents close WB I-70 at Morrison Rd in Jeffco

Westbound Interstate 70 is closed at Morrison Road because of multiple accidents on Thursday night, CDOT says.

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2015 MLB Opening Day: Schedule, Starting Pitchers And Live Stream

There are just two Major League Baseball spring training days left, which means Opening Day is just around the corner. The St. Louis Cardinal and the Chicago Cubs will kick-off the start of the 2015 MLB season on April 5. The two rivals will play a three-game series at the recently renovated and safe Wrigley 2015 MLB Opening Day: Schedule, Starting Pitchers And Live Stream is an article from ...

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MLS Week 5 preview, TV schedule

The surging Vancouver Whitecaps face their toughest test yet when they host the MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy.

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Woman accused of cutting baby from pregnant woman’s womb

LONGMONT, Colorado: A 34-year-old woman is accused of stabbing a pregnant woman in the stomach and removing her baby, while the expectant mother visited her home to buy baby clothes, Colorado authorities said.

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Turlock-area dairy farmer looks to add microbrewery

Stanislaus County dairy farmer Tom Lucas is looking to turn his passion into a new profession.

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Colorado's neighbors want to stop its marijuana trade

Colorado's decision to legalize marijuana is stirring the pot in Nebraska and Oklahoma, where top officials say they're dealing with spillover effects from their neighbor's bright-line breach of federal law. They are so angry about it that they've taken their case straight to the U.S. Supreme Court, hoping the justices ...

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Potbelly and Qdoba planned for new Mishawaka center

Restaurants could open later this year

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CU-Boulder students bare their soles for Maundy Thursday foot washing

People walking through the University of Colorado's University Memorial Center on Thursday may have stumbled upon an unusual sight: people getting their feet washed in the middle of the UMC.

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Westbound I-70 Closed At Morrison Road Due To Multiple Accidents

Westbound lanes of Interstate 70 were closed at Morrison Road just after 8 p.m. on Thursday because of multiple accidents.

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Jared Mews, Cañon City Tigers pound Mitchell Marauders

Cañon City senior Jared Mews draws a walk in the Tigers' opening at-bat against Mitchell on Thursday at Justin Field. Mews took second on the play, then stole third and later scored on a passed ball.

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Warmer weather = work on I-70 in canyon

The Colorado Department of Transportation this month begins Phase 6 of construction on I-70 in the Glenwood Canyon.

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Longmont Facebook stabbing suspect makes first court appearance

The suspect in the stabbing of a Longmont man that started as a squabble on Facebook made his first court appearance on Thursday at the Boulder County Jail.

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EPA dials back the use dangerous systemic pesticides

Agency says it won’t permit any new uses until pollinator safety studies are done By Bob Berwyn *More Summit Voice stories on pesticides and honey bees here FRISCO — Under persistent pressure from the public and environmental activists, the EPA today started dialing back the use of systemic neonicotinoid pesticides that have been implicated in […]

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Board: NC schools must up game for treating sports injuries

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina schools will have to improve the quality of emergency help on hand when students suffer sports injuries, the State Board of Education determined Thursday.

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Road Woes? LA Galaxy Not Worried About Seven-Month Winless Streak away from Home

CARSON, Calif. - StubHub Center is a fortress for the LA Galaxy, who are unbeaten in their last 21 matches at home, but away from the friendly confines of Carson, Bruce Arena's squad is surprisingly searching for their first win in more than seven months.

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Gov. Martinez signs law to create 500-mile statewide trail

New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez has signed into law a measure to create a 500-mile, statewide recreation trail stretching from Colorado to Texas.

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Millyard Brewery looks to open by summer; would be Nashua’s first ‘nanobrewery’

NASHUA – The nanobrewery explosion may be coming to downtown Nashua, where plans are underway to open Millyard Brewery, crafting beers with names taken from mills that once operated along the Merrimack River, including Nashua Pale Ale, Jackson IPA and Boott Porter. The company, which is still lining up local, state and federal licensing, has signed a lease for 1,200 square feet in a currently ...

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The 10 Best Cars Made in the USA

If you’re looking to buy a car and want one that’s made in the U.S.A, you’re in luck. According to Consumer Reports, American-made cars are “gaining yards on the competitive playing field.” CR said American ...

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All-Americans determined in Junior, Cadet National folkstyle competitions

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa -- All-Americans were determined at the Cadet and Junior National Folkstyle Championships on Thursday in Cedar Falls, Iowa. On the front side of the draw, wrestling is down to the championship semifinals, while it is consolation quarterfinals on the back side.

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Woman suspected of kidnapping to undergo competency evaluation

A competency evaluation was ordered Thursday for a Colorado Springs woman who is suspected of kidnapping in Fremont County.

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Warmer weather = work on I-70 in canyon

The Colorado Department of Transportation this month begins Phase 6 of construction on I-70 in the Glenwood Canyon. The project will last approximately seven months, through fall, and will repair and improve more than 20 bridges between Mile Posts 117.5 and 126.5. The repairs consist of the removal and replacement of existing bridge joints with a thin bonded polyester concrete overlay. In ...

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Turlock-area dairy farmer looks to add microbrewery

Stanislaus County dairy farmer Tom Lucas is looking to turn his passion into a new profession.

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WATCH: Runaway truck driver crashes through Fort Worth storefront, killing one

One woman is dead and seven others injured after a truck crashed through a storefront at speeds of up to 160 kilometres per hour.

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Ice Floes Meet and Part

The Liz Gerring Dance Company brings her Glacier to the Joyce Theater. Liz Gerring graciously titles her Glacier after the piece of music by Michael J. Schumacher to which it’s set.

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High winds topple trees, power lines in southeast Colorado

La JUNTA, Colo. — High winds in southeastern Colorado caused damage Thursday night. La Junta Fire Chief Aaron Eveatt said the high winds brought down trees and power lines in the community in the southeast part of the state. He sent the photo which was taken at U.S. Highway 50 and Colorado Avenue in La […]

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Park service says Colorado man dies in Alaska skiing mishap

COPPER CENTER, Alaska (AP) - A Colorado skier has died after falling through a cornice in Alaska's Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. The National Park Service says in a release that Peter Inglis of Telluride, Colorado, fell into the cornice near the 7,000-foot level of the mountains, about 20 miles southeast ...

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Main events

Thursday, April 2 Winterhawks: Portland at Seattle, Game 4, 7 p.m. Timbers2: Sacramento Republic FC at Portland, Merlo Field, 7 p.m. Prep baseball: The Dalles at La Salle Prep, 4 p.m. ... Wilson at North Marion, Cleveland at Southridge, 4:30 p.m. ... Jesuit at Lakeridge, 5 p.m. Prep softball: Grant-Roosevelt, ...

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How to build hoop houses with Betty Cahill

Week-to-week tutorials on how to create the ideal Colorado garden.Denver Post Gardening contributor and writer of the popular Punch List column, Betty Cahill, guides you through the steps of

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Different covers for your garden with Betty Cahill

Park Service Says Colorado Man Dies In Alaska Skiing Mishap

A Colorado skier had died after falling through a cornice in Alaska's Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.

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Shot of a Lifetime: QHS rifle teammates to compete at Junior Olympics

Two members of the always successful Quincy High School rifle team are about to get the shot of a lifetime. Senior Keely Wagner and junior Connor Griggs have qualified to earn an invite to the USA Shooting Junior Olympics in Colorado later this month.

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CU-Boulder students bare their soles for Maundy Thursday foot washing

Behind the wheel: 3 of 4 teens drive, fewer in bigger cities

NEW YORK (AP) — A new government study finds about 3 out of 4 older teens are driving, but rates vary widely by state and city.

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Martinez signs Rio Grande Trail commission law

ALBUQUERQUE >> New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez signed legislation Thursday to create a commission to define the best routes and reach necessary agreements to build a 500-mile, statewide

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Former U.S. Rep. Bruce Braley joins Colorado law firm

CEDAR RAPIDS — Former U.S. Rep. Bruce Braley, who lost a hotly contested race last fall for a Senate seat to Joni Ernst, has been hired by a Denver law firm. Braley, a Democrat who represented Iowa’s 1st District, has moved to Colorado to join Leventhal & Puga P.C., the firm announced in a news release Thursday. The law firm said it plans to open an Iowa office later this year. Braley practiced ...

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'Furious 7' an action masterpiece

Loud, long and laughably over-the-top, Furious 7 is one of the best pure action movies ever made. A guarantee: Thanks to the adrenaline rush, giddy fans of The Fast and the Furious franchise will be intoxicated by the relentless and spectacular action scenes.

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Seahawks guard Stephen Schilling retiring at 26 despite Seattle offer to re-sign him

SEATTLE (AP) — Offensive lineman Stephen Schilling intends to retire from the NFL despite an offer to play another season for the Seattle Seahawks. Schilling confirmed his decision Thursday, saying it’s “just a personal choice for me at this time in my life.” Seattle was hopeful of bringing Schilling back for a second season. He […]

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High winds topple trees, power lines in southeast Colorado

Scientists develop sweat-activated perfume

Scientists in Britain say they have developed the first perfume which smells better the more you sweat.

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Watch out for ‘coded sexism’ if Hillary Clinton runs

I would like to discuss Hillary Clinton’s impending announcement that she is running for president, but, frankly, I am afraid. If I posit that she is ambitious, driven or a lovely grandmother, it will be taken as “coded sexism.”

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Cal Swimmer Missy Franklin Wins Honda Sports Award

California's Missy Franklin has won the Honda Sports Award as the nation's top woman in college swimming.

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Littleton district agrees to release reports to Claire Davis' family and more

The Board of Education for Littleton Public Schools agreed unanimously today to approve a new agreement with the family of slain high school student Claire Davis.

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Rapids Loan Marlon Hairston to Charlotte Independence

Colorado Rapids midfielder Marlon Hairston has been loaned to Charlotte Independence of the United Soccer League (USL). The agreement covers the duration of the USL and MLS seasons but the Rapids have the option to recall Hairston from their USL affiliate club at any time.

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Fixed - Fight your parking tickets

Fixed is the easiest way to fight a parking ticket.YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO FIGHTUp to 50% of tickets have errors that make them invalid.OUR...

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Colorado State football ready for midterm exam

FORT COLLINS — After six practices of installing new systems, Mike Bobo and his staff are ready to see what the football players at Colorado State know.

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Air Force Academy cadet found injured in dorm room dies

Air Force Academy officials say a cadet who was found injured in his dorm room has died. Investigators have not released a cause of death or any information about the injuries.

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Girls track and field: Capsule previews

Senior Broncs

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Timbers Weekly Update

PORTLAND, Ore. - After a stretch of two straight road games, the Portland Timbers return to the Rose City to take on FC Dallas at Providence Park on Saturday; kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. (Pacific).

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Mammoth Summer Camp Returns in July

DENVER - The Colorado Mammoth announced on Thursday that the team's annual summer camp returns this July to Cornerstone Park in Littleton, Colo. Led by forward John Grant, Jr. and defenseman Cam Holding, boys ages 7-15 will learn the game from the pros on Monday and Tuesday, July 20-21.

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Edmonton Rush setting new team marks in points differentials

Heading into this weekend with a modest three-game winning streak is probably nothing to write home about.

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