Parhaat Kunc Digital Podcastit (2024)

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Looking to shrink your carbon footprint? A Fort Collins scientist says start with your grocery list 9:36

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If you want to feel empowered to reduce your carbon footprint and fight climate change, the meals you plan, and the ingredients you buy, may be a great place to make some changes. That’s a central point in a new book by Mark Easter. He’s a retired ecologist in Fort Collins who studies the carbon footprint of the food we eat. In his book, titled The…

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A powerful Fort Collins art show highlights the words and portraits of immigrants in Northern Colorado 9:36

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Shared experiences that echo across different cultures... and the unique perspectives that people from different places bring to our community. An art show on display in Fort Collins explores those ideas through poems, letters and portraits of immigrants living in Northern Colorado. Curator Brigid McAuliffe collected images and writings from people…

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Is it ‘ballot box biology’ – or do Colorado’s mountain lions really need protection from hunting? 9:36

4d ago9:36

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A measure on Colorado’s ballot this November asks voters to choose whether wildcat hunting in the state should be banned. Supporters of the initiative point to what they say are cruel hunting practices, like using large teams of dogs to chase mountain lions up trees to then be shot and killed. Supporters also say the initiative would eliminate unet…

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After guilty verdicts – and 10 life sentences – in Boulder’s mass shooting trial, a victim’s daughter looks back 9:35

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A Boulder County jury reached a verdict Monday afternoon: They found the man who killed ten people in a mass shooting at a Boulder King Soopers guilty on all counts. That includes 10 counts of first-degree murder and 45 additional charges. At sentencing later that day, the judge overseeing the trial issued 10 consecutive life sentences, among other…

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Aspen trees could be a colorful addition to your yard – but experts say you’ll probably regret it 9:35

9d ago9:35

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Fall begins Sunday – which means leaf-peeping season is here in Colorado. Soon the mountains will fill with people looking to drink in the glorious sight of all those orange and gold aspen leaves that cover the hillsides. And you can bet that quite a few of those tourists will look at those vibrant aspen trees and wonder why they can't just plant o…

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Nearly 1 in 4 college students have limited access to nutritious food. Colorado schools have ideas to fix that 9:36

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The college experience can seem like a carefree time, filled with social activities, weekend football games... and, of course, the occasional visit to the library or an all-night study session. But reality paints a very different picture for many students. Federal data shows that nearly a quarter of the nation’s college students struggle with getti…

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Many kids born during the pandemic behave differently in the classroom. Here’s how Colorado educators are responding 9:36

11d ago9:36

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Kids who were babies or toddlers at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic... are now preschoolers and kindergarteners in Colorado classrooms. And experts see signs that the pandemic changed their behavior compared to older children. A recent round of data from the Colorado Department of Early Childhood seems to confirm that more kids now show signs o…

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Stress can be quietly devastating for farmers and ranchers. The new documentary ‘Legacy’ looks at how to fix that 9:36

12d ago9:36

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Being a farmer or rancher in Colorado means living with uncertainty on a daily basis. Hailstorms, drought and insects can wipe out an entire season of crops. Diseases and predators can devastate livestock without warning. And then there are other pressures, like holding onto a farm or ranch that’s been in the family for generations so it can be pas…

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Armando Silva’s vibrant murals adorn walls across Colorado. He hopes a new festival will inspire more outdoor art 9:36

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Greeley artist Armando Silva paints some of the most prominent artwork along Colorado’s Front Range. His vibrant, expressive murals depict sugar beet workers who helped establish Fort Collins ... or a steer to honor the Greeley Stampede. And he’s working to create a space for more artists to create more murals. He’s part of the team launching WeldW…

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Aurora, gangs and immigration: The facts are more nuanced than you may have heard 9:36

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If you follow national news, you might think the biggest story in Colorado right now is centered on an Aurora apartment complex that was reportedly overtaken by an armed group of Venezuelan gang members. If you watched the presidential debate this week, you likely heard former president Donald Trump mention that gangs had “taken over” the city. Man…

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Think wildfires and hailstorms are raising the cost of home insurance? Technology may be the bigger culprit 9:36

18d ago9:36

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Homeowners in Colorado have been watching their insurance costs increase at rates faster than the national average. On average, they pay more to insure their homes than homeowners in other states – about $1,700 more, according to recent figures. You might hear that and assume it’s because wildfires and hailstorms cause more destruction in Colorado,…

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Cities like Boulder may have too many parking spaces. Here’s why that's a problem 9:36

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Officials in the city of Boulder say they have a problem: too many parking spaces. Some transportation experts believe having too many empty spots is a waste of space, especially considering some of that space could be used for housing, retail, or a park. By some estimates, Boulder has twice as many parking spots as it needs. Some city leaders say …

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A forgotten hero of Colorado barbecue history is about to get some overdue recognition 9:36

23d ago9:36

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Columbus B. Hill was a pivotal figure in Colorado’s culinary history. He was a Black man originally from Missouri – and he was possibly the most popular barbecue chef in Denver in the late 1800s. His food was so good that it was served to thousands of people at official functions at the state Capitol. But even among hardcore barbecue fans, very few…

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How a 100-mile run became a ‘lifeline’ for a Colorado athlete who struggles with depression 9:36

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Drew Petersen’s career has been marked by extremes. As a professional skier, the Silverthorne native made a living carving turns on some of the toughest terrain in the world. But in recent years, he’s spoken openly, and made two films, about a different part of his life: his struggle with mental health and severe depression, which dates back to his…

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Colorado’s GOP leadership is divided, and the timing couldn’t be worse. How did this happen? 9:36

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Colorado's Republican Party is torn between people claiming to be chairman at the state level. And it's splitting the party leadership into two factions at a critical time. It’s a presidential election year, and a moment when the party is working to regain some of the seats they’ve lost at the state level. The leadership of the state GOP recently v…

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Four-day school weeks are the norm in many parts of Colorado. But do they set up students for failure? 9:36

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Since the 1980s, a growing number of Colorado school districts have adopted a four-day schedule. Currently, about one in seven K-12 public school students in Colorado attends class four days a week rather than five – primarily those in smaller, rural school districts. These districts often have smaller budgets than schools along the Front Range and…

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Love Palisade Peaches? Here's what makes them delicious, according to science 9:36

1M ago9:36

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The Palisade peach might be one of Colorado's best-kept secrets. Those grocery store peaches from California or Georgia are perfectly fine. But a good peach from Western Colorado is often juicier, sweeter and bigger than its out-of-state competition. As peach season winds down for the year, the In The NoCo team wanted to find out: What makes the Pa…

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Tourists are flocking to Colorado’s busiest national forest. Can this mountain ‘playground’ be protected from overuse? 9:36

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The Colorado Tourism Office recently published a report outlining the economic benefits of travel in different regions around Colorado. And the numbers show that tourism is growing. The report labeled one region the ‘Rockies Playground’ – that's an area that includes parts of Summit, Eagle, and Pitkin counties. And visitor spending in that region g…

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If deepfakes and other misinformation target Colorado voters, election officials have a plan to respond 9:36

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Weld County’s Clerk and Recorder Carly Koppes has a noticeable online presence. She posts lots of informational videos around election time telling voters how to cast a ballot or get ready for election day But here’s something that keeps Koppes -- and a lot of other election officials -- up at night. Artificial intelligence is developing so quickly…

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Can surviving a wildfire actually make a community stronger? This researcher says yes 9:36

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Wildfires, like the ones that hit Colorado’s Front Range this summer, rip through communities. They torch homes and disrupt lives. But wildfires can also cause some surprising -- even uplifting -- things to happen. They strengthen the bonds between neighbors. They make people more resilient. And those stronger connections help people prepare for fu…

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A new podcast unearths Colorado’s forgotten uranium ‘Boom Town’ 9:36

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On Colorado’s Western Slope a single sign represents a mining town that was once there. The town helped provide the uranium in the first atomic bomb. The town was called Uravan. Journalist Alec Cowan has long been fascinated by stories of Uravan. Cowan grew up in nearby Grand Junction and remembers hearing urban legends about Uravan. Officials clos…

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A powerful new technology could transform search and rescue in Colorado’s mountains (Best of ITN) 9:36

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In Colorado, there are approximately 3,000 search and rescue incidents each year, according to the state's Search and Rescue Association. And when someone goes missing in the backcountry, every hour counts. Heat, dehydration and exposure to the elements make a person's survival less likely as time ticks by. Rescuers in our state also deal with rugg…

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This technology could save bicyclists’ lives. So why isn’t it mandatory? 9:36

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A year ago last summer, a young bicyclist named Magnus White was struck and killed by a driver on Highway 119 near Boulder. A memorial ride for Magnus earlier this month drew more than 2,000 participants, with hundreds more joining virtually. His parents spoke to the crowd and called for measures that would make roads safer for cyclists – including…

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It’s a brutal year for grasshoppers in Colorado. Here’s why – and how to deal with them 9:36

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Grasshoppers are everywhere along Colorado's Front Range right now. They blanket the sidewalks and lawns – which makes them a pest. But they also devastate crops, which makes them a real problem for farmers. Our friends at the Colorado State University Extension run a sort of hotline for folks with questions about gardening and lawncare. They confi…

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What this CSU scientist found beneath Antarctica could offer new clues about climate change 9:36

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A team of scientists, including a CSU seismologist, recently spent years peering beneath the largest mass of ice on Earth. The unique study yielded fascinating insights about the relationship between the massive glaciers that cover much of Antarctica’s surface, and the ground underneath the ice. And the findings may help scientists better predict h…

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How artist R. Alan Brooks uses comics and graphic novels to dissect culture and politics 9:36

2M ago9:36

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If you read the Colorado Sun, you might be familiar with the comic strip called ‘What’d I Miss?’ It follows conversations between Ossie – a young Black man – and Myra – an older white woman – who has awakened from a long coma. Together they struggle to understand modern day politics and culture. Ossie and Myra talk about issues like artificial inte…

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Divorce and single motherhood are funnier than you think. Just ask comedian Stephanie Sprenger 9:36

2M ago9:36

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Comedian and writer Stephanie Sprenger bares all in her comedy. Through her standup, the Arvada resident broaches subjects that might make people blush -- but are very real portrayals of life as a middle-aged single mom. She jokes about topics like menopause, potty breaks and divorce. Stephanie is part of a group of four comedians and four storytel…

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Could a tax on empty homes help solve housing shortages in Colorado’s mountain towns? 9:36

2M ago9:36

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As much as 40 percent of the homes in some Colorado mountain resorts sit unoccupied for much of the year. And housing is in such short supply in communities like Breckenridge or Steamboat Springs that many workers find themselves living in hotels, rather than a house or apartment. Leaders in a coalition of ski towns called the Colorado Association …

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Breaking is about to make its Olympic debut. This CU instructor is watching with pride 9:36

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The 2024 Olympics are underway in Paris. And for the first time, breaking is an official part of the Games. Breaking (or breakdancing as it’s sometimes called) originated in the Bronx during the 1970s, growing within the larger spectrum of hip-hop culture. But it’s more than just the music, the rhythms, and the athletic, visually stunning moves. Th…

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Five days battling a wildfire in Lyons: A fire chief's perspective 9:36

2M ago9:36

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Coloradans in recent weeks have seen a barrage of evacuation notices and news updates about four major wildfires along the Front Range. Beyond the ever–changing tallies of acres burned or the latest containment numbers, we wanted to see a wildfire from a fire chief’s perspective – from the first visible plumes of smoke, to when evacuees return home…

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Colorado is investing in geothermal. Here’s why 9:36

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Geothermal is having a moment in the spotlight. It hasn’t gotten the attention that wind and solar have as the ‘powerhouses’ of Colorado’s electric grid. But energy officials say it’s time for the state to start building up other sources – including tapping the heat that’s under our feet. The state is offering grants and tax credits to support rese…

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Urban fires do more than burn structures. They leave a mark in our waterways 9:36

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Four major wildfires burned along the front range in the last week. One person reportedly died in the Stone Canyon Fire. Hundreds of people were evacuated from their homes and dozens of structures were lost in the four fires. While fire is a normal part of the ecosystem of the mountain west, fires that push into urban areas are destructive to those…

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Colorado’s newest fire prevention employee is cute, furry, and has a terrific nose 9:36

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Ash is a cute yellow lab with a very big job. She is Colorado’s newest employee in the Division of Fire Prevention & Control. Ash started on July 1 as the Division’s newest accelerant detector tool -- meaning she can sniff out if something suspicious was used to start a fire. Her powerful nose can help determine a fire’s cause, often more effective…

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Could an exclusive new development near Steamboat Springs open the door to more private skiing in Colorado? 9:36

2M ago9:36

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Colorado is home to world class skiing, with dozens of public resorts open to skiers of all levels -- and incomes. Private ski resorts – which tend to cater to the ultra-wealthy – are practically nonexistent here. But a newly proposed private resort could add to Colorado’s short list. Stagecoach Mountain Ranch would create an exclusive enclave of m…

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Architects used ‘trauma-informed design’ to reimagine a Denver youth shelter 9:36

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Architecture can provoke a powerful emotional response in us. Perhaps you've stopped on a sidewalk to stare up in wonder at a massive skyscraper... or stepped inside a beautifully designed building and felt a sense of peace or inspiration. But the reaction to a building isn’t always positive -- particularly for people who have experienced trauma. B…

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Why “mortgage handcuffs” are hurting Colorado’s housing market 9:36

2M ago9:36

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Many people in Colorado bought homes or refinanced during the pandemic, when interest rates were at historic lows. Now, they feel trapped by that low mortgage rate. They might want to sell and move, but can’t afford to buy elsewhere, with interest rates at much higher levels than four years ago. The problem has been dubbed 'mortgage handcuffs.' Thi…

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This beetle is a voracious, unwelcome invader – and its range is growing 9:36

2M ago9:36

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Of all the insects that could turn up in your yard, the Japanese beetle is one of the nastiest. Its larvae chew up the roots of your grass, while the mature version of the beetle eats just about every plant in your yard. And worst of all, it’s tough to eradicate. Japanese beetles are an invasive species that turned up across Colorado’s Front Range …

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Cave crawl leads to a Colorado family’s discovery of a tiny, new scorpion-like species 9:36

2M ago9:36

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The Denver Museum of Nature and Science recently made an exciting announcement: A new species of cave-dwelling pseudoscorpion had been discovered in the foothills outside Boulder. Researchers named it Larca boulderica – a nod to the city of Boulder – and say the only place on the planet where you’ll find it is in just two caves near the Boulder Fla…

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Feeling overwhelmed by all these heat and air quality alerts? Here’s what you need to know 9:36

2M ago9:36

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You might be getting lots of push notifications this summer – from ozone action day alerts and air quality alerts, to heat and wildfire smoke advisories. So far this summer, we've seen more than 25 days with highs over 90 degrees. And federal air quality regulators say Front Range cities have racked up multiple ozone violations this year, according…

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Doulas are now covered under Colorado’s Medicaid program. What does this mean for parents and babies in the state? 9:36

2M ago9:36

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A new Colorado law that took effect on July 1st ensures that pregnant people on Medicaid will have access to doula services. Doulas can offer support and advice before, during, and after birth that complements a doctor’s guidance. Joy Twesigye is a trained women’s health nurse practitioner and says this new law could make a huge difference for peop…

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Cities across the Front Range have a secret weapon to prevent wildfires: A herd of 300 goats 9:36

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Two years ago, Jordan Sarazen lived a comfortable, perhaps even mundane life, working in an office as a financial planner. Then one day, he decided to make a change. He set out to fulfill a dream of managing a goat herd and renting their services to landowners. Today, Jordan and his wife Toni own 300 goats, and a company called Goat Bros. They trav…

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How a $70 million deal in Northwest Colorado creates a blueprint for future coal plant closures 9:36

2M ago9:36

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$70 million is the amount a utility company will pay to a community in Northwestern Colorado when it shuts down a coal plant that drives a large part of the local economy. Tri-State Energy plans to close its coal-fired power station, and all three coal mines, in Craig by 2028. The closure comes as Colorado moves to do away with coal-fired power and…

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The 1955 bombing of a Denver flight has gone largely forgotten. A Colorado group wants a memorial 9:36

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On November 1, 1955, a man planted a bomb aboard a United Airlines plane shortly before it departed from Denver. The plane exploded in midflight over beet fields in Weld County, killing all 44 people aboard. It was a mass murder that grabbed headlines across the country. And viewers saw footage of the trial on TV – which was unusual then. If you've…

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Why a Boulder group wants to turn the city’s airport into an affordable neighborhood 9:36

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Boulder, like many cities in Colorado, has an ongoing shortage of housing for the middle class – which means many people who work in Boulder can’t afford to live there. One local group is proposing an unconventional solution: They want to decommission Boulder’s municipal airport and turn that city-owned land into a neighborhood with around 2,000 ho…

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Hop on board with the quirky history of the Fort Collins trolley 9:36

3M ago9:36

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Summer in Northern Colorado means the return of an old-school mode of transportation -- in the form of a ride on the Fort Collins Trolley. Electric streetcars were once a common sight in the streets of Fort Collins, at least until the early 1950s, when car ownership rose and fewer people relied on public transportation. In the late 1970s, a group o…

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Why more Colorado communities are prioritizing the night sky 9:36

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Adjusting streetlamps and other exterior lights to allow the stars to shine more brilliantly – that's part of the process for becoming a certified Dark Sky community. More than 200 places in 22 countries around the world have this designation. Advocates say limiting light pollution helps preserve expansive views of the night sky, and helps nocturna…

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Nervous about camping with kids? A Boulder writer shares how to avoid disaster 9:36

3M ago9:36

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Colorado has some of the best camping in the country, and Coloradans love their weekends in the wilderness. But does a night in the outdoors become daunting when kids are in the picture? Boulder author Helen Olsson doesn’t think so. She just rereleased her book The Down and Dirty Guide to Camping with Kids. It’s full of unexpected tips on things li…

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Why a CU Denver professor thinks the people who design our roads need a wake-up call 9:36

3M ago9:36

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Not that long ago, some doctors would use lobotomies as a treatment for mental illness... or insomnia... or severe headaches. That wouldn’t happen now. But modern medicine has taken some weird, often tragic turns to get to where it is now. Author Wesley Marshall argues that there’s a similarity between the science behind our transportation systems …

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For the owner of Estes Park's award-winning Taffy Shop, success means making memories 9:36

3M ago9:36

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People who come to Estes Park marvel at the sights they see... Longs Peak on the horizon... the Stanley Hotel above town... herds of elk just about everywhere. And on Elkhorn Avenue in the heart of downtown, curious onlookers gather on the sidewalk to watch the hypnotic movements of the mechanical taffy puller in the window of The Taffy Shop. Now, …

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Heading to your first rodeo? Here’s how to cowboy up with confidence 9:36

3M ago9:36

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Rodeo is a popular sport all summer long across Colorado and the West. There are large events like the Greeley Stampede or Cheyenne Frontier Days in June and July. And lots of other towns have their own rodeos, from Estes Park to Granby to Steamboat Springs. Of course, anyone can buy a ticket and head to the rodeo – but what else should you know if…

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