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CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with West Texas A&M University announced Wednesday that the university’s horse judging teams received accolades at two recent championships across the United States.
According to a news release from the university, the team was named as a reserve champion at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress judging competition on Oct. 12 in Columbus Ohio. The team finished 21 points behind Texas A&M University, ranking second in all three categories: halter, performance and reasons.
The team was also named the reserve champion at the American Paint Horse Association Collegiate World Championship on Oct. 1 in Fort Worth, tying with Black Hawk College-East Campus. According to the release, the West Texas A&M team ranked second in performance and reasons and seventh in halter in this competition.
“These are really outstanding performances by the team,” John Pipkin, the Regents professor of agriculture and director of WT’s Equine Industry Program, said in the release. “They have been working hard for over a year to prepare, and represented WT exceptionally well in the competition. They are a tremendous group of students to have the privilege to work with—a group of winners.”
According to the release, the team’s final competitions of the season are scheduled for Nov. 2-3 and Nov. 5 at the American Quarter Horse Association’s World Championship in Oklahoma City. | 2022-10-19T17:41:08Z | www.myhighplains.com | WT Horse Judging collects accolades at recent events | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/wt-horse-judging-collects-accolades-at-recent-events/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/wt-horse-judging-collects-accolades-at-recent-events/ |
USS Guadalcanal. (Photo courtesy of Howard Smith.)
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – In the wake of the death of astronaut James McDivitt, who commanded the Apollo 9 mission that orbited the Earth in 1969, on Thursday, the city of Amarillo made note of a local connection to the historic flight.
According to the city of Amarillo, Council Member Howard Smith served in the US Navy aboard the USS Guadalcanal in March 1969, during the time that the ship was the recovery vessel for the Apollo 9 mission. Following their 10-day orbit in space, the Apollo 9 crew (James McDivitt, Russell Schweickart and David Scott) planned to be picked up by the USS Guadalcanal after splashing down into the Atlantic Ocean.
NASA described the primary objective of the Apollo 9 mission to be an Earth-orbital engineering test of the first crewed lunar module, which helped pave the way for Apollo 11 setting the first human on the moon a few months later in July 1969.
“We were down to the wire to accomplish what Kennedy laid out,” Smith said, in reference to President John F. Kennedy’s challenge for the US to reach the moon by the end of the decade. “We were aware of how historical this was. Bad things can happen, but Apollo 9 went as well as could be expected. They accomplished every goal they had.”
According to Smith, the USS Guadalcanal accomplished its pick-up without a hitch, even though waves in the Atlantic Ocean shifted the Apollo 9 crew’s landed near Bermuda toward the Bahamas.
“My ship had a job to do – to pick them up when they landed. Even though we played a major part, it only took a few minutes.” Smith said.
Smith detailed that the USS Guadalcanal was advised to listen for a set of sonic booms to find the astronauts. After the noise, three parachutes in the sky were able to clue the ship’s personnel in on where the Apollo 9 crew would land.
The astronauts’ successful return home included a lunch, which was their first traditional meal after 10 days in space. Smith had a menu prepared for each of the Apollo 9 crew members that they selected from, and has kept the menus as mementos.
For the record, as noted by the city of Amarillo and Smith, McDivitt’s meal included waffles and fresh milk. Schweickart ordered a grilled steak and French-fried potatoes, while Scott had grilled steak and scrambled eggs.
“I should have had the astronauts autograph the menus,” Smith laughed, “I was in charge of ordering mess. We had white tablecloths, napkins. The men under me prepared the menu.”
The successful moon landing that followed months after Smith’s encounter with the Apollo 9 astronauts, he said, “turned things around for the nation.” | 2022-10-19T17:45:58Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo official remembers Apollo 9 mission, McDivitt | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/amarillo-official-remembers-apollo-9-mission-mcdivitt/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/amarillo-official-remembers-apollo-9-mission-mcdivitt/ |
SANTA FE, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) — The New Mexico Department of Health wanted to remind residents of the importance of regularly scheduled mammograms.
October 21 is National Mammography Day and the NMDOH said it wants to remind New Mexicans that along with the Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection (BCC) Program that scheduling regular mammograms can save lives.
The department of health said that those who are low-income or do not have insurance may qualify for mammograms at no cost.
“It’s important that anyone who has not scheduled their regular mammogram and who has certain risk factors, such as being a woman, being 50+, and having a family history of breast cancer, schedule their mammogram as soon as possible,” said Laura Parajon M.D., DOH Deputy Secretary.
Those needing to find a provider in their area can call 1-833-525-1811. Hotline services are available in English, Spanish, and other languages. A participating medical provider will determine eligibility for the BCC program.
The CDC reports that women aged 50 and above with an average risk factor should get a mammogram every two years. Women aged 40 to 49 should speak with their doctor to determine their risk factors. Those with a history of breast cancer may have screenings begin earlier. | 2022-10-19T20:36:54Z | www.myhighplains.com | NMDOH: ‘National Mammography Day’ | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/health-2/nmdoh-national-mammography-day/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/health-2/nmdoh-national-mammography-day/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The City of Amarillo said that the Amarillo Zoo’s “Boo at the Zoo” event is set for Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
“Boo at the Zoo has become an Amarillo favorite, and the Amarillo Zoo staff and even the animals look forward to this event as much as our visitors,” said Amarillo Zoo Visitor Service Specialist Dylan Long.
The city said the event is family-friendly and for all ages. Some of the activities include a treat and craft station, carnival-style games, food trucks, and creatures and animal enrichment events.
Tickets are available for presale here and are $6 per person. | 2022-10-19T20:37:00Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo ‘Boo at the Zoo’ set for Friday, Saturday | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-boo-at-the-zoo-set-for-friday-saturday/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-boo-at-the-zoo-set-for-friday-saturday/ |
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — According to a docket entry filed Wednesday afternoon in Randall County District Court, an Amarillo woman has been found not guilty on murder charges in relation to a 2019 incident.
According to court records, Brittney Carter was found not guilty after a seven-day jury trial in Randall County. According to previous reports by MyHighPlains.com, Carter was indicted in June 2020 after being accused of killing her husband, Aaron Carter, in September 2019.
According to previous reports, Amarillo Police were dispatched to a location in the 5000 block of S Bowie on a shooting where they found Aaron Carter. Officials said at the time he was taken to a hospital where he later died.
More than 20 witnesses were called during the course of the seven-day trial, according to court records. The jury began its deliberation Tuesday and after a jury charge was given, the jury found Brittney Carter not guilty. | 2022-10-19T23:31:15Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo woman acquitted of 2019 murder charge after trial | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/crime/district-court/amarillo-woman-acquitted-of-2019-murder-charge-after-trial/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/crime/district-court/amarillo-woman-acquitted-of-2019-murder-charge-after-trial/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Barfield, a local Amarillo hotel, has been named a finalist in the Texas Downtown People’s Choice Awards.
According to a Facebook post, members of the community will be able to vote on their favorite downtown project/place/organization/small business in Texas by liking or loving the individual photo of the item on the Texas Downtown Facebook page. According to the post, voting is open through 5 p.m. Friday.
Texas Downtown is a statewide organization that promotes investment in downtowns across the state. According to its webpage, the members of the organization are “dedicated to downtown development and revitalization.”
According to the post, the People’s Choice Awards will be celebrated at an Awards Gala at 7:15 p.m. on Nov. 3 at the Texas Downtown Conference in San Marcos. The People’s Choice winners will be celebrated along with the President’s Award winners that were selected by judging panels. | 2022-10-19T23:31:55Z | www.myhighplains.com | Barfield Hotel up for Texas Downtown People’s Choice Award | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/barfield-hotel-up-for-texas-downtown-peoples-choice-award/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/barfield-hotel-up-for-texas-downtown-peoples-choice-award/ |
CLOVIS, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) – According to an announcement made on the Clovis Municipal Schools social media page, instruction resumed at Barry Elementary School on Thursday morning after a report of gas odors caused an evacuation and investigation.
District officials said that the building was evacuated while the odors were investigated and that a “minor leak located around an appliance” appeared to be the cause of the smell. After the leak was addressed, the building was cleared for re-entry.
CLOVIS, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) – According to an announcement from Clovis Municipal Schools, Barry Elementary School was evacuated at around 7:40 a.m. MDT on Thursday “due to gas odors.”
Officials with the district said that the building “has been evacuated while the odors are investigated and addressed.”
Further information on the Clovis Municipal Schools’ safety procedures can be found on the district’s website. | 2022-10-20T15:28:59Z | www.myhighplains.com | Barry Elementary in Clovis evacuated due to gas odors | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/barry-elementary-in-clovis-evacuated-due-to-gas-odors/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/barry-elementary-in-clovis-evacuated-due-to-gas-odors/ |
McElfresh Provided by WTAMU
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials at West Texas A&M University will host AT&T’s chief operating officer for an upcoming discussion as part of its Stan Sigman Leadership and Innovation Series.
According to a news release from the university, Jeff McElfresh, the company’s chief operating officer, will discuss the “treat people right” philosophy laid out by the late former AT&T executive and West Texas A&M University alumnus Sigman, the namesake of this discussion series. The free discussion with McElfresh is scheduled for 9:45 a.m. on Oct. 27 in Legacy Hall inside the Jack B. Kelley Student Center on the university’s Canyon campus.
McElfresh has worked with AT&T for 27 years in what the release called “a variety of strategic, operational and technology leadership roles.” However, the release stressed that most of his career has been in the company’s mobility business.
During the discussion, McElfresh will discuss the leadership philosophies of Sigman along with how they still influence him and the company.
“That was a value that Stan lived and that he expected from others—not just empathy and respect, but taking direct action when people need help,” McElfresh said in the release.
According to the release, AT&T used Sigman’s people-first attitude during the recent Hurricane Ian, with the company pre-positioning crews, generators and vehicles, making sure the company can be able to respond quickly and effectively. The company also supplied food, water and charging stations, along with waiving overage fees and letting other people who use other carriers use the AT&T network.
“Stan’s example of how we respond in a disaster is a lesson we still carry through today,” McElfresh said in the release.
The overall series was made possible through gifts from Sigman’s former AT&T colleagues, also establishing the Stan Sigman Scholarship Endowment and the Stan Sigman Endowed Professorship in Business, held by Jeffry Babb. The release said that McElfresh will also host a private discussion with faculty and students of the university’s Paul and Virginia Engler College of Business and record an episode of the Sigman Leadership and Innovation podcast. | 2022-10-20T15:29:05Z | www.myhighplains.com | WTAMU to host AT&T executive for upcoming discussion | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/wtamu-to-host-att-executive-for-upcoming-discussion/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/wtamu-to-host-att-executive-for-upcoming-discussion/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – According to released information from his campaign, Beto O’Rourke is expected to visit Amarillo on Thursday for a rally to “Get Out the Vote,” ahead of the start of Texas early voting for the November 2022 elections.
O’Rourke’s campaign noted that the event is planned for 6 p.m. on Thursday in Amarillo as part of an effort to hold a dozen public rallies across the state ahead of the Oct. 24 start of early voting.
Your Local Election HQ: Voter Information Guide
O’Rourke, who is running for Texas governor, faced off against incumbent Greg Abbott in a televised debate at the end of September. The candidates discussed topics including the border, immigration, abortion access, school safety and education.
For voters in Texas, other offices and topics expected to fill out the Nov. 8 election ballots include:
US House and a congressional special election
Governor and other state executives
State Senate and House
Special state legislative issues
State Supreme Court and intermediate appellate court positions
Sample ballots for counties across the High Plains can be found here, alongside other voting information.
For the latest updates on local news, weather, events, and politics, check with MyHighPlains.com. | 2022-10-20T15:30:19Z | www.myhighplains.com | O’Rourke attends ‘Get Out the Vote’ rally in Amarillo | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/orourke-attends-get-out-the-vote-rally-in-amarillo/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/orourke-attends-get-out-the-vote-rally-in-amarillo/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Molding, growing and cultivating leaders across all aspects is the main focus of the Pivot Experience Conference next weekend.
The conference also works to assist anyone who’s struggled with leadership and guidance in their spiritual life.
The two-day event will be held on Saturday, October 29th, and Sunday, October 30th, at Vita Church, located at 2829 Southwest 5th Avenue.
Registration is free and you can register here. | 2022-10-20T17:56:35Z | www.myhighplains.com | The Pivot Experience Conference molding leaders of tomorrow, today | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/the-pivot-experience-conference-molding-leaders-of-tomorrow-today/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/the-pivot-experience-conference-molding-leaders-of-tomorrow-today/ |
via Union County, N.M.
SANTA FE, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) – The office of New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced two appointments to vacant county commission seats, including one in Union County.
Frankie J. Aragon was appointed to the Union County Commission, according to the governor’s Wednesday announcement. Previously, he was noted to have served as the Union County assessor and was a member of the New Mexico National Guard for over two decades.
Aragon is expected to fill a vacancy created by the death of a former Union County commissioner, according to the governor’s office. Walter Craig Hall died on Aug. 12, according to published information from the Hass Funeral Home, and left his position as Union County Commissioner open for the governor’s appointment.
Grisham also appointed Stephanie DuBois to the Otero County Commission, noted by the announcement as a small business owner in Tularosa. DuBois will fill a vacancy created after Commissioner Couy Griffin was removed by the court. | 2022-10-20T17:56:36Z | www.myhighplains.com | New Mexico governor appoints new Union County Commissioner | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/union-county/new-mexico-governor-appoints-new-union-county-commissioner/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/union-county/new-mexico-governor-appoints-new-union-county-commissioner/ |
April Harris, founder and CEO of Keeping You Sweet baked goods, speaks to female students about becoming a business owner at AmTech Career Academy on Thursday,…
April Harris, founder and CEO of Keeping You Sweet baked goods, speaks to female students about becoming a business owner at AmTech Career Academy on Thursday, October 20, 2022.
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — AmTech Career Academy partnered with Optimum Business to inspire more young women to become entrepreneurs by hosting a female business owner on Thursday.
Optimum Business selected AmTech to host the WE are the Future event, WE standing for women entrepreneurs, which featured guest speaker April Harris.
Harris is the founder and CEO of Keeping You Sweet, a growing food brand making vegan and gluten-free cakes.
“I have mentors. Now, they all still give me information and they don’t have to, you know,” Harris said. “So, now I feel it’s my obligation to pay it forward. So whatever I learned, everybody can have it. Because I just feel it’s necessary, and just important.”
Harris flew in from New Jersey to speak to hundreds of young women at AmTech, sharing her story of success and struggles as she works to build the business into a national brand.
“They’re asking about, you know, wanting to start their own business and how they should do it. And my advice always is get in as soon as you can. So do internships. Learn the business that you want to be in and more importantly, follow your heart. Whatever you’re passionate about. That’s what you need to rock,” said Harris.
Harris’ speech was not just limited to AmTech students, though. Optimum Business said it was a national production live streamed to area schools.
Two juniors at AmTech who attended the lecture, Baylee “Cloud” Noble and Natalia Reyes, took what Harris said to heart.
“I like that she was able to come and talk to us today about what it was like for her starting a business and what inspired her to make a business,” said Noble. “It just, it really helps me like, love what I’m doing more. It helps me understand why I want to work with animals and why I want to own my own business.”
When asked about her biggest takeaway from what Harris said, Reyes replied, “Keep moving forward, because she did say there was a time when she wanted to quit. And I can understand that because we’ve been in some business-related things and it does seem very taxing, but also very rewarding, in the end.”
AmTech students who attended can also take part in a blog contest, writing essays for a chance to win prizes. | 2022-10-21T00:15:29Z | www.myhighplains.com | AmTech hosts event to inspire more female entrepreneurs | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amtech-hosts-event-to-inspire-more-female-entrepreneurs/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amtech-hosts-event-to-inspire-more-female-entrepreneurs/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Amarillo Symphony is set to present the “Kinderkonzerts” on Oct. 26 and 27 at the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Amarillo. Officials said this event is intended for students in kindergarten through second grade.
According to an Amarillo Symphony press release, the “Kinderkonzerts” program will feature Sergei Prokofiev in the symphonic fairy tale, Peter and the Wolf, with the addition of ballet dancers from LanDance Ballet Studio.
Officials state that this program aims to give kids the experience of a live orchestra performance, learn to identify instruments, practice active listening skills, and also help them understand how music can tell a story.
“Kinderkonzerts” performance times include:
Wednesday, Oct. 26: 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 27: 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Amarillo Symphony said the orchestra will be led by guest conductor Maurice Cohn, a two-time recipient of the Solti Foundation U.S. Career Assistance Award and the current Assistant Conductor for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra.
For more information on the “Kinderkonzerts” program visit, here. | 2022-10-21T04:01:34Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Symphony set to host ‘Kinderkonzerts’ Oct. 26, 27 | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/amarillo-symphony-set-to-host-kinderkonzerts-oct-26-27/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/amarillo-symphony-set-to-host-kinderkonzerts-oct-26-27/ |
I-40 westbound traffic in Oldham County delayed due to wreck
Update (10 a.m.)
OLDHAM COUNTY, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – According to MyHighPlains.com staff members on the scene, multiple tow trucks and other personnel continued to respond to the Friday morning semi-truck-involved accident on I-40 westbound in Oldham County. However, staff members noted that traffic was moving through the area at around 10 a.m.
OLDHAM COUNTY, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Texas Department of Transportation Amarillo District announced on social media that traffic is delayed on I-40 westbound at the one-mile marker in Oldham County due to a wreck at around 7:40 a.m. on Friday morning.
TxDOT detailed that, according to crews on the scene, the wreck involved three semis and that traffic is expected to be delayed in the area. | 2022-10-21T15:38:46Z | www.myhighplains.com | I-40 westbound traffic in Oldham County delayed due to wreck | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/oldham-county/i-40-westbound-traffic-in-oldham-county-delayed-due-to-wreck/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/oldham-county/i-40-westbound-traffic-in-oldham-county-delayed-due-to-wreck/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Amarillo Zoo is preparing for the spooky return of Boo at the Zoo. It will be an evening filled with Halloween-themed activities, including costumed characters, animal enrichment, treat stations, crafts, games, and more. Boo at the Zoo will be this Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. | 2022-10-21T15:39:35Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Zoo introduces the ‘ghost of the prairie’: a black-footed ferret | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/amarillo-zoo-introduces-the-ghost-of-the-prairie-a-black-footed-ferret/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/amarillo-zoo-introduces-the-ghost-of-the-prairie-a-black-footed-ferret/ |
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with West Texas A&M University announced that for its next concert, more than 100 musicians will play as part of the West Texas A&M University Symphony Orchestra.
According to a news release from the university, the ensemble will include the West Texas A&M University Symphony and the Amarillo College Chamber Orchestra. The combined ensemble will perform a free concert called “Together” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29 in Mary Moody Northen Recital Hall on West Texas A&M University’s Canyon campus.
“This collaboration celebrates the partnership between our two ensembles,” Mark Bartley, WTs Lilith Brainard Professor of Music and director of orchestral activities, said in the release. “Music students from AC often transfer to WT to complete their bachelor’s degree, and many of our WT graduates now play as community members of the AC Chamber Orchestra. It`s a thriving ecosystem for the musicians.”
The program of the performance will include works by Ludwig Van Beethoven, Gustov Holst and William Grant Still, the release said. | 2022-10-21T23:41:10Z | www.myhighplains.com | WT, AC ensembles to come ‘Together’ for free performance | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/wt-ac-ensembles-to-come-together-for-free-performance/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/wt-ac-ensembles-to-come-together-for-free-performance/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Xcel Energy began the overhaul process for one of its three units at Nichols Generating Station.
The unit being overhauled was built in 1968 and is being taken apart and upgraded with new equipment to fix any problems that may be occurring.
“This will give us an opportunity to extend the life of this unit because it’s 54 years old, it really is at its or near the end of its lifespan but it’s a great investment for us,” said Wes Reeves, Xcel Energy spokesperson. “We’d rather overhaul it, rather than going out and having to replace that power.”
The overhaul process will take place throughout the fall months as the demand for energy goes down.
During the summer, energy demand for residents throughout the area and the cost of operation at the power plants also increased. All three units at Nichols Generating Station must be used during the summer.
“Here’s what we can do to save money, we need to come forward and say we’re going to do XY and Z to bring our costs down and one of those is to make the existing power plants we got better,” said Reeves. “We might have to spend a little bit of money to save money.”
Natural gas is expensive, but Xcel is able to use wind energy which comes with benefits and shortcomings.
“These gas fleets are very important these natural gas burning plants, because they enable us to bring a lot of wind energy onto the system,” said Reeves. “Because wind is not a source, you can’t turn it on and off. So you need something that you can bring up and down with the wind. Nichols and these other gas plants play that role.”
Xcel hopes to have most of the overhaul completed towards the end of the year or the beginning of 2023. | 2022-10-21T23:41:43Z | www.myhighplains.com | Xcel Energy overhauls unit at Nichols Generating Station | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/xcel-energy-overhauls-unit-at-nichols-generating-station/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/xcel-energy-overhauls-unit-at-nichols-generating-station/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Area high schools came together in an effort to produce the Musical “Mamma Mia.”
Palo Duro High Theatre Director, Shannon Mashburn, and Tascosa High Theatre Director, Robin Downs, joined us in the studio to discuss the production.
The Amarillo ISD-District Musical of Mamma Mia is on Nov. 17, 19, and 19 at Tascosa High School. Amarillo High, Caprock, Palo Duro, and Tascosa High School are coming together to produce the show. | 2022-10-21T23:42:27Z | www.myhighplains.com | AISD high schools join together to produce musical | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/aisd-high-schools-join-together-to-produce-musical/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/aisd-high-schools-join-together-to-produce-musical/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Kaitlin Garrett from Avant Garden was in the Studio 4 kitchen set to show a Halloween-themed floral arrangement and tips on how to select flowers and other items to showcase the “spooky season.”
Avant Garden is located on Wolflin Square and is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | 2022-10-21T23:42:34Z | www.myhighplains.com | Avant Garden shows Halloween-themed floral arrangements | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/avant-garden-shows-halloween-themed-floral-arrangements/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/avant-garden-shows-halloween-themed-floral-arrangements/ |
A driver fills up their tank at an Amarillo gas station on Friday, October 21, 2022.
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Drivers on the High Plains could see lower gas prices in the next few months after President Biden announced more releases from the strategic petroleum reserve this week.
On Wednesday, Biden announced his administration’s latest push to lower gas prices, with the release of 15 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR).
The White House said that sale completes the 180 million-barrel release Biden authorized back in March.
“If we’re looking at the strategic reserve right now, we’re the lowest that we’ve been since 1984,” said Judy Stark, the president of the Panhandle Producers & Royalty Owners Assn. “There’s about 400 million barrels in it right now. It’s been as high as 726 million barrels.”
Stark said right now, the U.S. is consuming more oil and gas than it produces, so the release from the SPR might not have much of an effect on consumers.
“Ultimately, I don’t think the average consumer probably saves, it probably saves less than $1 or $2 for an entire month, if gasoline prices are lower,” Stark said.
However, AAA said in a release on Thursday that gas prices are dropping as SPR releases continue and drivers in Texas are paying the second-lowest gas prices on average in the country.
“But it’s still expensive to people,” Stark said. “So, the only time you’ll see a significant decrease in the price of gasoline is when oil the oil price goes down and that’s only when the supply is more abundant. So it’s really a supply and demand issue.”
The White House said gas prices have fallen in recent weeks, with the most common price across the U.S. at $3.39/gallon on Tuesday.
On Thursday, AAA said Amarillo drivers were paying $3.30/gallon on average.
The White House also said it will look to restock the SPR when crude oil prices are at or below $67 to $72 per barrel. | 2022-10-22T01:59:58Z | www.myhighplains.com | Strategic reserve release could benefit Texas drivers | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/strategic-reserve-release-could-benefit-texas-drivers/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/strategic-reserve-release-could-benefit-texas-drivers/ |
We are waking up to a clear sky with lows in the 40’s and low 50’s around daybreak. As the day unfolds, a mostly sunny sky is expected with increasing southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph. Temperatures will respond, warming into the 80’s, and even a few low 90’s during the afternoon. Amarillo should top out near 85. Tomorrow will follow suit with highs in the 70’s and 80’s. The big negative, however, will be very strong winds out of the southwest blowing between 25 to 45 mph, with gusts up to 55 to 60 mph. Needless to say, this is a dangerous wind and could lead to poor visibility due to blowing dust, and increased wildfire concerns.
By Monday and Tuesday, cooler weather returns with the possibility of passing rain showers for Monday, and a rain/snow mix for Tuesday. | 2022-10-22T06:12:25Z | www.myhighplains.com | Weekend Weather Outlook | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/weather-headlines/forecast/weekend-weather-outlook-73/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/weather-headlines/forecast/weekend-weather-outlook-73/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KMAR/KCIT) — Officials with the Amarillo Police Department released information regarding a crash involving a pedestrian that happened Saturday night.
According to an APD press release, officers were dispatched to the intersection of south Western Street and Shelby Drive at around 9:56 p.m. on Oct. 22.
Officers said a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica struck a 44-year-old woman who had walked into traffic.
APD added that the woman was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Officials said the driver of the Chrysler was not injured.
The Amarillo Police Department states that this incident is under investigation by the Amarillo Police Department Traffic Unit. | 2022-10-23T21:27:37Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Police investigating a wreck involving a pedestrian | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-police-investigating-a-wreck-involving-a-pedestrian/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-police-investigating-a-wreck-involving-a-pedestrian/ |
via Texas Association of School Administrators Website
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) awarded Borger ISD’s Tricia Shay as one of the “Secondary Teacher of the Year Finalist”, at the 2023 Texas Teacher of the year luncheon on Friday.
According to a TASA press release, Shay was one out of three finalists to be awarded Texas Secondary Teacher of the Year. Shay has been an English teacher at Borger high school for 12 years.
“Our goal as teachers is to really see our kids (and they ARE our kids), to encourage them, and to be a stepping stone toward their final destination, whatever and wherever that might be,” Shay said. “To me, the instruction stuff is secondary. I’m not dismissing the importance of lessons and discipline. But it has been my experience that many students need a reason to try, a reason to show up to school, and that reason might just be you.”
According to the release, Texas Elementary and Secondary Teacher of the Year requires a teacher to be chosen as a campus and district teacher of the year first, then a regional honoree. Officials said a panel of judges composed of TASA and last year’s Texas Teacher of the Year finalists selected the finalists from the 40 Texas Regional Teachers of the Year one elementary and one secondary teacher from each of the 20 Texas Education Service Center regions.
For more information and a full list of the TASA winners, visit here. | 2022-10-23T21:27:43Z | www.myhighplains.com | Borger ISD teacher named ‘Secondary Teacher of the Year Finalist’ | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/hutchinson-county/borger-isd-teacher-named-secondary-teacher-of-the-year-finalist/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/hutchinson-county/borger-isd-teacher-named-secondary-teacher-of-the-year-finalist/ |
2022 WTAMU Family of the Year
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials from West Texas A&M University announced Monday that a Gruver family was recently announced as the university’s 2022 Family of the Year.
According to a news release from West Texas A&M University, Gruver small-business owners Francisco and Sara Trejo were named West Texas A&M University’s Family of the Year on Oct. 22 during the university’s Family Weekend celebrations. This comes after the family was nominated by Jose Trejo, a sophomore business management major at West Texas A&M.
According to the release, Francisco and Sara Trejo co-own and operate the Gruver Café and Francisco Trejo also works at Gruver Farm Supply. Jose Trejo nominated his parents, saying that they are “a prime example of a loving couple sacrificing their entire life back in Mexico to give their children a taste of the American dream.”
“The Family of the Year Award recognizes people who have made a significant impact and contribution to the life of a WT student—parents, grandparents, guardians, family members or mentors,” Sami Thompson, the university’s assistant director of family and extended orientation, said in the release. “By supporting and encouraging our students, Buff families also support WT. Families are valuable partners in helping students make the most of their University experience, and we want to recognize them.”
For more information about West Texas A&M University, visit its website. | 2022-10-24T18:33:23Z | www.myhighplains.com | Gruver family named 2022 WTAMU ‘Family of the Year’ | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/gruver-family-named-2022-wtamu-family-of-the-year/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/gruver-family-named-2022-wtamu-family-of-the-year/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – As the Amarillo community prepares to celebrate Halloween, officials and organizations have planned a range of family events aimed at providing safe ways to spread treats and spooky cheer.
MyHighPlains.com has compiled a list of area Trunk or Treat events and other festivities planned around the community, as well as expert-provided tips for a safe Halloween.
AOMS Pediatric & Children’s Dentistry announced that it would host a Trunk or Treat on Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at 5051 S. Soncy Rd. The date was changed from Oct. 24 due to the weather forecast, according to a social media announcement.
Skywest Assisted Living announced it would host a Trick or Treat event for all ages on Oct. 26 from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Arlo Real Estate Group announced a Trunk or Treat event for Oct. 27 from 5 to 7 p.m., located at 3955 S. Soncy.
Lawyers Title announced a Trunk or Treat and giveaway event for Oct. 27 from 5:30 to 7:70 p.m.
Thomason Scott and partners announced a Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 28 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Orangetheory Fitness announced a Trunk or Treat and open house event for Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., located at 4280 S. Soncy.
Amarillo Auto Group announced its first Trunk or Treat event to be held on Oct. 29 from 12 to 4 p.m., at 4805 S Washington St.
Polk Street United Methodist Church announced it will hold a Trunk or Treat at its parking lot at 1401 S. Polk St. on Halloween, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
A range of local sponsors and the Texas Panhandle 100 Club announced an “Emergency Trucks and Treats” Trunk or Treat event for Oct. 29, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Amarillo College West Campus Lot 6.
Shi Lee’s BBQ’s 7th annual Halloween Trunk or Treat and winter gear giveaway was announced for Oct. 29, at 3 p.m. at Bones Hooks Park.
Contagion Athletics announced it will host a Trunk “R” Treat event on Oct. 29 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Five Points Nursing and Rehabilitation announced it would host a Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 29 at 7 p.m., at 1625 Point West Parkway.
The Amarillo Area Transgender Advocacy Group is expected to host a Trunk or Treat on Oct. 30 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the 3001 Bell St. South Parking Lot.
The First Family Church announced it will host a Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Local businesses with Western Business Park announced a Trunk or Treat event set for Halloween from 3 to 5 p.m., at 4140 Business Park Dr.
South Georgia Baptist Church announced its Trunk or Treat event will be held on Halloween from 6 to 8 p.m.
Other Halloween activities
The City of Amarillo Department of Public Health and the Parks and Recreation Department announced a pumpkin carving and cooking event for Oct. 25, at 5:30 p.m. at the Charles E. Warford Activity Center.
United Way of Amarillo & Canyon, Bank of America, and English Rose Boutique announced a fall fashion show to be held at the Amarillo Wesley Community Center Gym on Oct. 27 at 6 p.m.
The Ruffled Cup announced that it would host the first of a to-be-annual Halloween event on Oct. 29, from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Footloose Amarillo announced a Social Dance and Costume Party for Oct. 29 from 8 to 10:30 p.m., with a free dance lesson from 7 to 8 p.m., at Tripp’s Harley Davidson.
Sonic announced that it will put on a “Science isn’t scary!”-themed Monster Bash on Oct. 29, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and 8 to 9:30 p.m.
The Arena of Life Church announced that it will host a fall festival on Oct. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Tips for a safe and spooky Halloween
SafeKids.org published a resource guide for Halloween safety, including pedestrian habits, driving habits, and costume tips.
Safe walking tips included:
Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks.
Children should make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them.
Walking should always be done on sidewalks or paths, or while facing traffic and as far to the left as possible.
Walkers should watch for cars that are turning or backing up, and children should never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.
Kids mature enough to be without supervision (over 12) should stick to familiar, well-lit areas and trick-or-treat in groups.
Safe costume tips included:
Costumes and bags should be decorated with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, using light colors.
Face paint and makeup can be safer than masks, which can obstruct a child’s vision.
Children carrying glow sticks and flashlights can often see better, and be better seen by drivers.
Costumes should be the right size in order to help prevent trips and falls.
Safe driving tips included:
Slowing down and being especially alert in residential neighborhoods.
Drivers should take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians, and on curbs.
Drivers should enter and exit driveways and alleys slowly and carefully.
Drivers should get rid of distractions like phones in order to concentrate on their surroundings.
Drivers who turn their headlights on earlier in the day may be able to spot children from greater distances.
Drivers should be especially alert during popular trick-or-treating hours, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. | 2022-10-24T18:33:29Z | www.myhighplains.com | Halloween 2022: Trunk or Treat events in Amarillo | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/halloween-2022-trunk-or-treat-events-in-amarillo/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/halloween-2022-trunk-or-treat-events-in-amarillo/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Amarillo District announced several events during National Red Ribbon Week from Oct. 23 to Oct. 31 which will teach kids the importance of safety when operating a vehicle or while in the passenger seat.
TxDOT detailed that Traffic Safety Specialist LaViza Matthews will be the guest speaker at several of the educational events.
TxDOT Amarillo released the events for the week:
Tuesday: The car Andrea Elizalde was in before she died on the Dumas Highway due to an impaired driver will be on display at Sam Houston Middle School. Elizalde’s father, the founder of Andrea’s Project, is set to speak to students at the event at 8:15 a.m.
The car will be on display at Tascosa High School with Andrea’s Project Board Member Jeff Bara as guest speaker at 11 a.m.
Wednesday: The car will be on display at River Road High School. Matthews will be the guest speaker at the event.
Thursday: The car will arrive at Groom High School and a presentation will be given to students in grades 6 through 12.
The car will return to Amarillo and will be on display that afternoon at West Plains High School. The car will then be on display at Holy Cross High School through Friday afternoon.
Friday: Bara will speak to students at Bushland High School.
In addition, Bara and Matthews will speak to juniors and seniors that afternoon at Holy Cross High School.
To schedule a car seat installation inspection for National Ribbon Week contact Matthews at 806-3338 or email LaViza.Matthews@txdot.gov. | 2022-10-24T18:33:35Z | www.myhighplains.com | TxDOT Amarillo events aim to teach kids about car safety | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/txdot-amarillo-events-aim-to-teach-kids-about-car-safety/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/txdot-amarillo-events-aim-to-teach-kids-about-car-safety/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Monday marked the first day of early voting for the upcoming Nov. 8 election throughout the state of Texas. The upcoming election will give Texas residents a chance to make their voices heard in a number of national, state and local races.
According to previous reports by MyHighPlains.com, some of the races included in the upcoming election include the Texas Governor’s race, the Texas Lieutenant Governor’s race, the U.S. House of Representatives District 13 race along with a number of races involving state and local judges and commissioners.
A number of locations throughout Potter and Randall counties are designated as voting locations throughout the state’s early voting period. Here are the times, dates and locations for early voting sites in the two counties:
Santa Fe Building (Main)
First Floor, Ticket Office – 900 S. Polk St.
Oct. 31-Nov. 4: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Casey Carpet One
Main Entrance – 3500 I-40 West Frontage Rd.
Tri-State Fairgrounds
Commercial Exhibit Hall – 3301 SE 10th Ave.
Oct 30: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cornerstone Outreach
Fellowship Room – 1111 N.Buchanan St.
Northwest Branch Amarillo Public Library
Meeting Room – 6100 SW Ninth Ave.
Randall County Election Administration Office
1604 Fifth Ave. in Canyon
Randall County Annex
4320 S. Western
Oct. 30: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m
Randall County Justice Center
2309 Russell Long Blvd. in Canyon
5800 Bell Street
Comanche Trail Church of Christ
2700 E. 34th
According to the Texas Secretary of State’s office’s website, the last chance for individuals to vote early in the upcoming 2022 election is Nov. 4. For those applying to vote by mail, the last day for those applications to be received is Oct. 28.
For more information about the upcoming election, click here. | 2022-10-24T18:34:38Z | www.myhighplains.com | Where can I vote early for the 2022 election? | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/where-can-i-vote-early-for-the-2022-election/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/where-can-i-vote-early-for-the-2022-election/ |
AMARILLO, Texas(KAMR/KCIT) —Mental Health Issues are something that most people will deal with in their lifetime. Whether it’s something temporary or long-term, medication is a common way to treat mental health issues.
With the addition of medications, comes a stigma that some will have. One big issues when it comes to mental health medication is the fact that it takes several weeks to get into your system to see a noticeable change, so those who are taking medication should not quit cold turkey or think it’s not working because they haven’t seen results.
For more information on mental health resources click here. | 2022-10-24T21:44:57Z | www.myhighplains.com | Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health Medications | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/breaking-the-stigma-of-mental-health-medications/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/breaking-the-stigma-of-mental-health-medications/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — In this week’s Heart of the High Plains, Andy Justus sat down with John Hamlin to talk about Toys for Tots.
During the interview, Hamlin talked about the organization celebrating 75 years, Dr. Thornhill’s Optometry Office hosting an event on November 19th, the qualifications for donating toys, and other ways to get involved. | 2022-10-25T00:38:43Z | www.myhighplains.com | Heart of the High Plains: Toys for Tots | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/heart-of-the-high-plains-toys-for-tots/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/heart-of-the-high-plains-toys-for-tots/ |
Window on a Wider World gives students chance to showcase artwork
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Window on a Wider World is giving area students the chance to share their art with the community.
The organization said their art show brings together students of all ages from 28 different schools across the Panhandle. This year’s theme was music.
“The thing about our WOWW Youth Art Show is that it really encourages the next generation of artists. This is something lot of these students really have a passion for and we want to be able to bring that out and we do that with WOWW,” said Catherine Meck, executive director of Window on a Wider World said
The first place winner in the high school level received $500 said Meck.
The art show is on Nov. 5 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Center for the Performing Arts | 2022-10-25T03:15:10Z | www.myhighplains.com | Window on a Wider World gives students chance to showcase artwork | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/window-on-a-wider-world-gives-students-chance-to-showcase-artwork/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/window-on-a-wider-world-gives-students-chance-to-showcase-artwork/ |
Sample photo from the Amarillo Crime Stoppers
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Amarillo Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help finding a suspect in a hit-and-run that left one dead on Sept. 16.
The Crime Stoppers reported that at around 12:00 a.m. on Sept. 16, officers were called to the 3200 block of IH 40 on a “major accident.”
Officers found 65-year-old Gregory Gene Moore dead with Crime Stoppers reporting that Moore had been in a wheelchair and on the outside lane of traffic.
Additionally, Crime Stoppers detailed that Moore was hit by a westbound vehicle and that the suspect left the scene in a 2009-2019 white Ram 1500 pickup based on evidence that investigators found. Crime Stoppers noted that the vehicle likely had front-end damage while the passenger-side headlight assembly will be missing.
If you have any information about this case or know who the suspect is, call Amarillo Crime Stoppers at 806-374-4400.
ou can also submit your anonymous tip by visiting amapolice.org or by using the P3 Tips App. If your tip leads to an arrest you could earn a reward of up to $1,000. “Say It Here” with Amarillo Crime Stoppers. | 2022-10-25T13:59:22Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Crime Stoppers looking for suspect in fatal hit-and-run | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-crime-stoppers-looking-for-suspect-in-fatal-hit-and-run/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-crime-stoppers-looking-for-suspect-in-fatal-hit-and-run/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm announced Tuesday that it has teamed up with the High Plains Food Bank for its last weekend of the season, giving half of its pumpkin proceeds to the organization.
“This is our last weekend of the Fall Season and we wanted to give back to our wonderful community,” Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm owner Larry Borger said in a news release. “So, we decided to sell the rest of our pumpkins for only $1 each and give half of all the proceeds to the High Plains Food Bank.”
Officials said that the final weekend of the fall season is Saturday and Sunday, with the farm still having “hundreds of pumpkins of all sizes and varieties.” This will also give members of the community the chance to help others during the holiday season.
“This partnership comes at a critical time for the High Plains Food Bank,” High Plains Food Bank Executive Director Zack Wilson said in the release. “Every dollar donated will provide 14 meals this Thanksgiving for residents throughout our region struggling with food insecurity.”
According to the release, Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. For more information, visit its website. | 2022-10-25T16:40:46Z | www.myhighplains.com | Maxwell’s pumpkin proceeds to help High Plains Food Bank | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/maxwells-pumpkin-proceeds-to-help-high-plains-food-bank/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/maxwells-pumpkin-proceeds-to-help-high-plains-food-bank/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the Amarillo Police Department released information regarding a drug bust at an apartment in Amarillo earlier this month.
According to a news release, officials with the department’s narcotics unit executed a search warrant at an apartment in the 3000 block of Curtis Drive on Friday. The unit allegedly recovered a number of drugs, including around 1,900 fentanyl pills, around two ounces of methamphetamine, around 114 grams of methadone and around an ounce of black tar heroin.
In relation to the incident, officials said in the release that 36-year-old Aaron Bret Young was booked into the Randall County Jail for three counts of “Manufacture/Delivery of a controlled substance >4 grams > 200 grams.” Officials said the investigation into the incident is ongoing. | 2022-10-25T16:40:52Z | www.myhighplains.com | 1 arrested after Friday drug bust at Amarillo apartment | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/randall-county/1-arrested-after-friday-drug-bust-at-amarillo-apartment/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/randall-county/1-arrested-after-friday-drug-bust-at-amarillo-apartment/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy and the Texas Panhandle Poison Center, which is managed by TTUHSC, is hosting an event for residents who need to properly dispose of expired, unwanted or unnecessary medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 29.
“Medication Cleanout is a proactive approach to safeguard our communities by providing a free and convenient way for people to dispose of these medications in a legal, environmentally sound and convenient manner,” said Jeanie Shawhart, Pharm.D., TPPC Managing Director and assistant professor of pharmacy practice at the Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy. | 2022-10-25T21:19:03Z | www.myhighplains.com | TTUHSC hosting medication cleanout event Saturday | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/ttuhsc-hosting-medication-cleanout-event-saturday/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/ttuhsc-hosting-medication-cleanout-event-saturday/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — During Tuesday’s regular meeting of the Amarillo City Council, the council approved a resolution, coming to another settlement agreement with one of the entities involved in a 2017 lawsuit surrounding improvements to the city’s sewer system.
The resolution passed during Tuesday’s regular meeting approved a Rule 11 Settlement Agreement with L.A. Fuller & Sons Construction, Ltd. in relation to the Potter County District Court case “City of Amarillo, Texas v. Brandt Engineers Group, Ltd., L.A. Fuller & Sons Construction, Ltd., and Mission Clay Products, LLC.” As part of the agreement, L.A. Fuller and Sons Construction, Ltd., which is identified in the resolution as “the remaining unsettled defendant” in the lawsuit, agreed to pay the city $5 million “to settle disputed claims alleged” in the lawsuit.
This comes after the Amarillo City Council unanimously approved a settlement agreement with Mission Clay Products, LLC back in July. According to previous reports by MyHIghPlains.com, the company agreed to pay $11.1 million to the city in a settlement related to the same litigation.
The city of Amarillo filed a lawsuit in Potter County District Court in 2017 against the three companies after the city contracted with the companies to install a “gravity-fed, vitrified-clay pipe” manufactured by Mission Clay Products at various places throughout the city. According to previous reports, the pipe experienced “deterioration, delamination, cracks, fractures and other structural failures,” and after investigation, it allegedly showed there were numerous defects in the quality of the pipe and its installation which resulted in “sewer collapses, blockages, leaks and injury to other property.”
According to previous reports, the lawsuit lists various claims against the companies involved in the lawsuit including breaches of contract, negligence and breach of warranty. According to an unsigned copy of the resolution, which accompanied the agenda for the Oct. 25 regular meeting of the Amarillo City Council, officials said the settlement with L.A. Fuller & Sons Construction, Ltd. includes “the amount of its primary and excess insurance coverage applicable for the City’s claims against Fuller in the lawsuit.”
“…The City’s Outside Counsel has requested the City Council to approve the Settlement Rule 11 Agreement and authorize a representative of the City to sign and execute the Settlement Agreement on behalf of the City to be ratified by the City Council at a later date,” the resolution reads.
MyHighPlains.com has reached out to the city of Amarillo, along with L.A. Fuller & Sons, Construction, Ltd., for comment regarding this settlement. This story will be updated if officials respond to the request for comment. | 2022-10-25T21:19:34Z | www.myhighplains.com | Additional settlement reached in Amarillo sewer pipe lawsuit | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/additional-settlement-reached-in-amarillo-sewer-pipe-lawsuit/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/additional-settlement-reached-in-amarillo-sewer-pipe-lawsuit/ |
Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm teams up with HPFB to give back to the community
Studio 4 was joined by Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm owner, Larry Borger, to talk about their partnership with the High Plains Food Bank to give back to the community.
Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm is selling the rest of their pumpkins for $1 with half of those proceeds going to the food bank.
The pumpkin farm will be open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. | 2022-10-25T23:25:50Z | www.myhighplains.com | Maxwell’s Pumpkin Farm teams up with HPFB to give back to the community | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/maxwells-pumpkin-farm-teams-up-with-hpfb-to-give-back-to-the-community/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/studio-4/maxwells-pumpkin-farm-teams-up-with-hpfb-to-give-back-to-the-community/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Women’s Ministry of Langston Memorial Church is hosting the 2022 Girlfriends in God conference to help bring women together to face unique challenges in their relationship with God.
This year’s theme is “Renovation: Restoring the Inner Man”. The ministry hopes to provide opportunities for women to address challenges brought on by the pandemic and living fruitfully while facing health issues, grief, mental health crises, social unrest, and inflation.
They will have sessions focused on restoring your mental health, self-care, and spiritual care, along with a girl talk panel, giveaways, and food trucks.
It is all happening Saturday at the Langston Memorial Church beginning at 9 a.m. You can check out their Facebook page if you would like to learn more. | 2022-10-26T13:21:36Z | www.myhighplains.com | Bringing women closer together with the Girlfriends in God conference | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/bringing-women-closer-together-with-the-girlfriends-in-god-conference/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/bringing-women-closer-together-with-the-girlfriends-in-god-conference/ |
CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials from West Texas A&M University announced that a recent graduate will soon present their research that analyzes playa lakes, which are described as “shallow, circular wetlands” and as a significant ecological feature in the Texas Panhandle.
Hannah Tripp, a July 2021 graduate of West Texas A&M University who earned her master’s degree in environmental science, will present her research on how satellite data can be used to monitor water levels in the High Plains region’s playa lakes. This presentation will occur Thursday at the Playa Research Symposium in Kearney, Nebraska.
“Mounting evidence points to playa lakes as a critical recharge source for the Ogallala aquifer,” according to Texas Parks & Wildlife. “Playas filter and recharge as much as 95 percent of the water collected in the southern portion of the aquifer.”
Tripp, who works as an environmental compliance specialist at the Georgia Environmental Protection Division, previously published her research in a journal in July and presented it at the European Geophysical Union’s annual meeting in April 2021. According to the release, Tripp partnered on the research with Erik Crosman, assistant professor of environmental science; J. Brad Johnson, assistant professor of biology; William Rogers, professor of environmental science; and Nathan Howell, the Bell Professor of Engineering and associate professor of civil and environmental engineering.
“Satellites are the best way to monitor them in a cost-effective way,” Tripp said in the release. “It would not be realistic to have people repeatedly fly or drive all across the Plains. My research demonstrated that it is possible to monitor these playas on weekly scales for the first time from satellite. Earlier studies looked at them on yearly scales.”
Tripp said the research demonstrates that rates of recharge can be determined by seeing how much the playa water decreases over time from a satellite. This is because playa water can only leave by evaporating into the air or percolating into the soil.
Officials said that this research can help scientists have insight into thousands of playa lakes they were unable to effectively monitor in the past.
“These lakes had been neglected because they were either too small or too infrequently observed,” Crosman said in the release. “Given the importance of playa lakes to our region, Hannah has certainly broken ground on how to use measurements from space to help understand our regional playa lake ecosystems here in West Texas.” | 2022-10-26T17:25:03Z | www.myhighplains.com | WTAMU graduate to present playa lake-related research | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/education/wtamu-graduate-to-present-playa-lake-related-research/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/education/wtamu-graduate-to-present-playa-lake-related-research/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the Amarillo Police Department released information regarding an early Wednesday morning chase in Amarillo.
According to a statement from the department, an Amarillo Police officer was located around southwest Third Avenue and McMasters Street around 3:06 a.m. Wednesday. The officer observed two Kia Soul vehicles drive by that matched the descriptions of two recently stolen vehicles.
After the officer saw the vehicles, the release said the officer “began to catch up to the vehicles,” causing the drivers of the two vehicles to flee from the officer. According to the statement, the officer lost sight of one of the vehicles and continued to pursue the second.
The driver of one of the Kia Soul vehicles came to a dead end at southwest 10th Ave. and Mississippi Street and ran on foot. Officials said in the release that the driver, who was not identified by police, was taken into custody and the vehicle was found to be stolen. The other driver and vehicle were not located. | 2022-10-26T17:25:09Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Police: 1 arrested after early Wednesday chase | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-police-1-arrested-after-early-wednesday-chase/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-police-1-arrested-after-early-wednesday-chase/ |
AUSTIN, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials from the Texas Lottery announced that the jackpot for the Powerball drawing continues to increase, as no one has won the grand prize yet in the state.
According to a news release from the Texas Lottery, Wednesday evening’s drawing now stands at an estimated annuitized $700 million, the largest grand prize of 2022. Officials said the $700 million Powerball prize is the fifth-largest grand prize in game history and the eighth-largest jackpot in U.S. lottery history.
“Jackpot fever is sweeping Texas, and Texas Lottery players are so excited to have the opportunity to play for the largest Powerball jackpot we’ve seen this calendar year,” Gary Grief, the executive director of the Texas Lottery, said in the release. “I can’t wait to congratulate the lucky Texan who wins this enormous prize. However, we want to remind our players to play responsibly. It only takes one ticket to win.”
Officials said that Wednesday’s drawing offers a cash value worth around $335.7 million. According to the release, if there is no winner in Wednesday’s drawing, the grand prize for Saturday’s drawing will be an estimated annuitized $800 million.
Officials said that the drawings are broadcast at 10:12 p.m. each Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Ticket sales will close for this drawing at 9 p.m. Wednesday. According to the news release, the retail that sells a jackpot-winning Powerball ticket is eligible to receive up to a $1 million retailer bonus. | 2022-10-26T19:18:03Z | www.myhighplains.com | Texas Lottery Powerball prize increases to $700 million | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/lottery/draft-texas-lottery-powerball-prize-increases-to-700-million/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/entertainment-news/lottery/draft-texas-lottery-powerball-prize-increases-to-700-million/ |
AUSTIN, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the Texas Workforce Commission recently announced the job numbers throughout the state in September, with Amarillo continuing to lead the state in the lowest unemployment rate.
According to a news release from the commission, the state added around 40,000 nonfarm jobs in September 2022, setting a new employment high for total nonfarm employment for the 11th consecutive month with 13,571,800 jobs.
“Texas’ total nonfarm job annual growth rate has outpaced the United States for the last 15 months, demonstrating one of the key factors that make Texas the top choice for employers and their workforce,” TWC Chairman Bryan Daniel said in the release. “With more than half a million job ads posted right now in Texas, TWC remains dedicated to ensuring job seekers have the skills employers need to fill those positions.”
Amarillo’s unemployment rate was reported as 2.8% for the month of September, compared to the 3% rate in August and the 3.5% rate in September 2021. This compares to Lubbock’s September rate of 3.1% and Wichita Falls’ rate of 3.5%.
Officials said that these figures are estimates released by the commission in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics. For more data, visit the state’s Labor Market Information website. | 2022-10-26T19:18:21Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo leads Texas in unemployment rate in September | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-leads-texas-in-unemployment-rate-in-september/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-leads-texas-in-unemployment-rate-in-september/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the city of Amarillo are hosting a “History Day” celebration at the Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport this week, celebrating the airport’s history in aviation and air travel.
According to a news release from the city of Amarillo, History Day at the Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday in the conference rooms at the airport, located at 10801 Airport Blvd.
During the event, officials with the airport said there will be historical photos and items. Attendees will also be able to hear about the history behind the people who made aviation possible in the Texas Panhandle region. | 2022-10-26T21:06:59Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo airport to host ‘History Day’ Thursday | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-airport-to-host-history-day-thursday/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-airport-to-host-history-day-thursday/ |
Curry County volunteer fire departments awarded $671,726 in grants
CURRY COUNTY, N.M. (KAMR/KCIT) — Multiple rural volunteer fire departments in Curry County have received a combined total of $671,726 in grants for the 2023 fiscal year.
Officials with Curry County announced that Curry County Volunteer Fire Departments in Broadview, Field, and Ranchvale have received funding through the State Fire Grant Program Fiscal Year 23 Fire Protection Grant Awards.
Broadview Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $300,000 for a water tanker.
Field Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $300,000 for a communication tower.
Ranchvale Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $71,726 for equipment for their new apparatus received in July of 2022. | 2022-10-26T21:07:05Z | www.myhighplains.com | Curry County volunteer fire departments awarded $671,726 in grants | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/curry-county-volunteer-fire-departments-awarded-671726-in-grants/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/curry-county-volunteer-fire-departments-awarded-671726-in-grants/ |
SUNRAY, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Texas Department of Public Safety reports that a woman from Sunray is dead after a wreck five miles southwest of Sunray Wednesday morning.
According to DPS, a 2011 Toyota SUV was going north on FM 119 around 10:05 a.m. Wednesday when for unknown reasons, the SUV drove into the southbound lane and collided with a pickup truck going south.
DPS said the driver of the SUV, Gretchen Houser, 48, of Sunray, was pronounced dead on the scene by the Moore County Justice of the Peace.
The driver of the pickup was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. | 2022-10-27T00:35:26Z | www.myhighplains.com | Sunray woman dead after wreck in Moore County | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/moore-county/sunray-woman-dead-after-wreck-in-moore-county/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/moore-county/sunray-woman-dead-after-wreck-in-moore-county/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Amarillo City Council is back to square one on funding the Civic Center project after Tuesday’s court ruling.
On Tuesday, retired Judge William Sowder ruled in Potter County District Court that the Amarillo City Council’s issuance of $260 million in tax anticipation notes for the renovation and expansion of the Amarillo Civic Center was invalid and void.
In November 2020, Amarillo voters struck down Prop. A, a $275 million bond for the Civic Center project. Then, on May 24, 2022, the Council approved the issuance of $260 million in tax notes for the project, by a 4-1 vote.
“When voters said no, in 2020, that should have sent a strong signal to city officials that they needed to rethink their approach, and retool and come back at a later date for another voter approval measure,” said James Quintero, policy director for the Texas Public Policy Foundation, a conservative, non-profit think thank. “Unfortunately, what the city did is it decided to devise a really deceptive way of getting this Civic Center project through.”
A spokesman for the City of Amarillo said on Wednesday that any statements made by individual city council members or other city officials on the lawsuit at this point do not reflect the City’s official position.
“I feel like the only way really to move forward would be with calling a general obligation bond and letting the citizens vote for it and if it’s something that citizens wanted to do, then we would do it,” said Amarillo City Councilmember for Place 1, Cole Stanley. “But without the citizens behind it, I don’t think it can move forward.”
Stanley voted against Ordinance 7985, which authorized the tax notes for the project, and said on Wednesday he is happy with the court’s final judgment in the lawsuit.
Stanley continued, “Wisdom would say you take a big step back, maybe you apologize to your public and you say, ‘Hey, it was a mistake. What we did was wrong. It was an overreach and with your permission, we would like to move forward with whatever is best for our community with our existing asset in the way of a civic center.'”
Quintero and the TPPF are applauding the court’s decision.
“The [state] legislature needs to step in, in the next legislative session, and close many of these loopholes that the city was utilizing to get its way,” said Quintero “And so, I look forward to the 2023 session, and working on some good government measures that will prevent this sort of anti-voter movement in the future, and really protect the democratic process.”
As Myhighplains.com reported on Tuesday, the City of Amarillo released a statement saying: “The City received the court’s final judgement this afternoon. We respectfully disagree with the judgement in this case, and we’re reviewing the decision with our legal counsel to determine our next steps.”
The City of Amarillo has not provided any other official statement and has not made other council members available for comment at this time.
Myhighplains.com has also reached out to the Texas Attorney General’s office for comment but has not heard back. | 2022-10-27T00:35:55Z | www.myhighplains.com | Reactions to Amarillo Civic Center lawsuit ruling | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/reactions-to-amarillo-civic-center-lawsuit-ruling/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/your-local-election-hq/reactions-to-amarillo-civic-center-lawsuit-ruling/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — A memorial was held Wednesday at the north parking lot of the Civic Center to celebrate the life of a K3 tow truck driver who was killed in Oldham County last week.
As was previously reported by MyHighPlains.com, DPS reported that two men were killed in a wreck involving a 2021 Volvo truck tractor semi-trailer going west on the outside lane of I-40, around 36 miles west of Vega, and a 2007 Peterbilt tow truck towing a truck tractor-semitrailer, parked on the shoulder.
DPS said the operator of the tow truck, Scottie Dunn, 42, was legally standing on the shoulder next to the Peterbilt Tow Truck. The Volvo truck tractor semi-trailer hit the Peterbilt and the attached truck tractor semi-trailer along with Dunn.
Both Dunn and the driver of the Volvo were pronounced dead at the scene.
Truck drivers gathered their trucks for the memorial and lit the lamps on their trucks at 7 p.m. in honor of Dunn. | 2022-10-27T04:08:45Z | www.myhighplains.com | Memorial held for tow truck driver killed in Oldham County wreck | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/oldham-county/memorial-held-for-tow-truck-driver-killed-in-oldham-county-wreck/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/oldham-county/memorial-held-for-tow-truck-driver-killed-in-oldham-county-wreck/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Christmas Roundup is getting ready to celebrate their 42nd year here on the High Plains. The market is from Nov. 4-6 at the Amarillo Civic Center. It is holiday tradition for many people here in the area, where you are able to see some of the best local merchants set up pop-up shops to give people a chance to get a jump on their Christmas shopping.
This all goes to help the Amarillo Museum of Art Alliance which will fund the many educational programs, including school art classes and summer art camps, senior art programs, school tours, and regional school outreach programs.
Friday will feature the “Shop like a Grinch” and cocktails from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It is a night of specialty cocktails, Hors D’oeuvres, discounts and door prizes. There is also a new event called “Art in Action,” where ten artists create a piece of art live at the show. Those pieces will also be up for auction.
Saturday will be family time with picture and crafts with Santa from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 pm. and there will be a silent auction all weekend that will wrap up on Sunday at 2 p.m.
For more information, you can visit the Christmas Roundup on Facebook, Instagram or their website. | 2022-10-27T14:48:33Z | www.myhighplains.com | Get a jump on the holidays at the Christmas Roundup | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/get-a-jump-on-the-holidays-at-the-christmas-roundup/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/today-in-amarillo/get-a-jump-on-the-holidays-at-the-christmas-roundup/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – According to a social media announcement, the United States Team Penning Association and West Texas A&M University will host multiple events in the last days of October, including a Trunk or Treat event on Thursday evening and “Bull Bash III” on Saturday.
The Halloween Spooktacular Trunk or Treat, according to the announcement, will be hosted by WTAMU and include a free costume contest as well as Trick or Treating opportunities. Further, organizers expect vendors, horses, and an appearance by the WT mascot “Thunder.” The event is expected to start at 6 p.m. on Thursday at the Amarillo National Center at 3301 SE 10th Ave.
On Saturday, with tickets starting at $19 and free for children six years old and younger, organizers announced that the Amarillo National Center will have the USTPA “Bull Bash III” at 6:30 p.m. According to information from the Tri-State Expo, over 30 of the best Bull Riders around the world will be set to participate, with world champions crowned after the final rounds. Seth Ward & The Silence will also perform a concert after the event.
via the United States Youth Team Penning Association
While the Trunk or Treat on Thursday is free to enter, tickets for Bull Bash III can be found online. | 2022-10-27T14:48:51Z | www.myhighplains.com | WTAMU, US Team Penning Association host Trunk or Treat, ‘Bull Bash’ | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/sports/local-sports/wtamu-us-team-penning-association-host-trunk-or-treat-bull-bash/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/sports/local-sports/wtamu-us-team-penning-association-host-trunk-or-treat-bull-bash/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation received a 2022 Community Economic Development Award from the Texas Economic Development Council at an Oct. 20 conference, according to a published announcement. The award recognized the Amarillo EDC for local and statewide economic contributions.
As described by the Amarillo EDC, the 2022 CEDA awards were meant to highlight “exceptional contributions of TEDC member cities toward the economic vitality of their communities and the state of Texas through creativity, leadership, and partnership” related to business performance and community improvements. The CEDA committee reviewed nominees on criteria such as innovativeness, transferability, community commitment and leverage, measured objectives, and secondary benefits.
Split into six population categories, the 2022 CEDA recipients included:
Population Less than 10,000 – City of Navasota
Population 10,001 to 20,000 – Taylor Economic Development Corporation
Population 20,001 to 50,000 – Sherman Economic Development Corporation
Population 50,001 to 100,000 – Temple Economic Development Corporation
Population 100,001 to 250,000 – Amarillo Economic Development Corporation
Population 250,001 and above – Borderplex Alliance
“This award is such an honor because it recognizes our team’s work on the project with Cacique Foods in 2021.” Kevin Carter, the president & CEO of the Amarillo EDC, said in the release. “Pivoting and adapting from the pandemic, the project with Cacique exemplified why doing business in Texas, particularly in Amarillo, is the best way to grow an organization and ensure its legacy of success.”
As noted in previous reports by MyHighPlains.com, Cacique Foods broke ground on a new dairy processing facility in Southwest Amarillo in 2021. According to company officials at the time, the new facility was meant to aid in an expansion to the rest of the US from where it is currently centered in California. The company also hosted an informational session for interested job seekers in the Amarillo area in July 2022, ahead of the facility’s opening.
The Amarillo EDC received its award in the wake of a solid economic September for the city. According to the Texas Workforce Commission, Amarillo has continued to lead Texas with the lowest unemployment rate. | 2022-10-27T17:37:35Z | www.myhighplains.com | Amarillo Economic Development Corporation awarded for community economic projects | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-economic-development-corporation-awarded-for-community-economic-projects/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/amarillo-economic-development-corporation-awarded-for-community-economic-projects/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials from Bank of America recently provided the Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo with a grant to help the organization.
According to an announcement from Bank of America, the bank provided the Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo with a $50,000 grant to increase the organization’s services for low-income local youth and families. The bank presented the organization with a check during an event Thursday morning.
Officials with the bank said the grant is expected to help the organization provide more after-school enrichment programs and recreational activities, along with helping advance the Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo’s workforce development program. | 2022-10-27T20:10:17Z | www.myhighplains.com | Bank of America provides grant for local Boys and Girls Club | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/bank-of-america-provides-grant-for-local-boys-and-girls-club/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/bank-of-america-provides-grant-for-local-boys-and-girls-club/ |
by: Erin Rosas, Dailyn Wells
According to Clovis Municipal Schools, the “Secure And Teach” that Marshall Middle Schools was placed under is now lifted around 12:30 p.m. Thursday afternoon.
Clovis schools state that precaution was taken after a report was made that a safety concern had been observed on campus.
The release said law enforcement arrived ultimately determining the report was unsubstantiated and the campus was cleared to resume.
Clovis schools also added that meal service and other activities are continuing as scheduled.
CLOVIS, N.M (KAMR/KCIT) — According to Clovis Municipal Schools, Marshall Middle School in Clovis has been placed in “Secure And Teach” on Thursday afternoon.
Clovis Schools detailed that at around 11:15 a.m. MDT Marshall Middle School was in “Secure And Teach” after a report of a “potential safety concern on campus.”
More information will be provided as it becomes available, Clovis Schools announced. Further details about the school safety procedures in the district can be found on its website. | 2022-10-27T20:10:23Z | www.myhighplains.com | A Clovis middle school placed in ‘Secure And Teach’ | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/a-clovis-middle-school-placed-in-secure-and-teach/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/curry-county/a-clovis-middle-school-placed-in-secure-and-teach/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — For those leaving the military, many ask “what’s next?” And for some, that answer is higher education, so West Texas A&M University and Amarillo College are trying to make that transition for veterans as seamless and as easy as possible.
When someone enters the next step of their education, it can be a lot to understand or grasp.
And for veterans and active duty military, that process can be even further exacerbated by additional processes.
“It can be daunting because our veterans come to us with different experiences and the military structure is very different than your typical college programs and society here,” said James Thompson, military and veterans community coordinator at WTAMU.
According to Thompson and Veteran Coordinator at Amarillo College, Kelly Murphy, there are many different benefits available to veterans such as the Montgomery GI Bill, post-9/11 GI Bill, and the Hazelwood Act.
“The Montgomery GI Bill is the one that has been around the longest and for the veteran it does not pay tuition or books, but it gives them a cost of living basically and that is based on how many hours they are enrolled in to be a full-time student. The post-9/11, it pays tuition and gives the student a book stipend that goes directly to them and they get a cost of living. That cost of living is a little bit less than what it is on Montgomery,” said Murphy.
“The Hazelwood Act is a Texas supplement tuition assistance program for veterans from Texas that enlisted in texas attending a state school,” added Thompson.
Thompson said that West Texas A&M also has the amplify program for active duty military that are currently enrolled at the university.
“Which waves fees for our active duty students and most of our active duty students are in fact distance learners. So if they are using tuition assistance and the amplify act, they can go to school essentially for free,” said Thompson.
Cameron Taylor Quick, a veteran who is attending Amarillo College and majoring in criminal justice said having the assistance and help at Amarillo College is preparing him as he graduates in December and moves over to WT.
“Being able to ask questions. Nobody here will look at me like I’m dumb or like I’m doing, everybody here expects that what they need to do is be a helping hand, outside of paperwork, or outside of some rule of some specific position has helped me out a lot to help me get to a university,” said Quick.
Thompson said it is a great honor to serve and prepare these veterans and military service members as they take their next steps.
“I also felt like it was an obligation that they came to us, they came to us to learn job skills or knowledge skills that they will use to better their communities or better their prospects in life,” said Thompson.
Thompson said currently WTAMU has 600 military community folks enrolled, with 250 of those being veterans or active duty military, while Murphy added that Amarillo College has 300 veteran and their dependents currently enrolled as of the fall semester.
According to the U.S. News & World Report, at the beginning of 2022, WTAMU’s online bachelor’s degree programs ranked number 1 in Texas for veterans in Texas and number 15 overall, and the online MBA program ranked number 3 in Texas for veterans and number 48 overall. | 2022-10-28T00:39:25Z | www.myhighplains.com | Taking the next step: How WTAMU and AC are helping veterans with higher education | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/hometown-heroes/taking-the-next-step-how-wtamu-and-ac-are-helping-veterans-with-higher-education/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/hometown-heroes/taking-the-next-step-how-wtamu-and-ac-are-helping-veterans-with-higher-education/ |
HEREFORD, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Hereford Police Department reports that it was notified of an alleged possible “forgery by passing” offense that happened Thursday in the 300 block of West 15th Street.
According to police, the alleged suspects ran on foot from the area before officers arrived.
Police said that officers found two people in the 200 block of North Texas and during an investigation found that one of the alleged suspects was alleged to be in possession of a counterfeit $50 bill.
One of the suspects, Cyle Edwards, 42, was taken into custody for forgery and booked into the Deaf Smith County Jail. The second suspect, who was not identified, was released at that time because of insufficient evidence said police.
The Hereford Police Department is asking anyone who thinks they received counterfeit or forged bills to call them at 806-363-7120. Police are still investigating. | 2022-10-28T00:39:31Z | www.myhighplains.com | 1 arrested on alleged ‘forgery by passing’ in Hereford | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/deaf-smith-county/1-arrested-on-alleged-forgery-by-passing-in-hereford/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/deaf-smith-county/1-arrested-on-alleged-forgery-by-passing-in-hereford/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo was named by Bank of America as the “2022 Neighborhood Champion.”
A news release from the Maverick Club states that it was recognized for its work in the Amarillo community by removing economic barriers and advancing economic opportunity.
According to the release, the Maverick Club also received a $50,000 grant along with support and an opportunity for virtual engagement training by experts in nonprofit sector topics.
“We have long supported the Club’s mission and recognize the meaningful impact their work has on our youth, and subsequently, the future of Amarillo,” said Ashley Allen, President, of Bank of America Amarillo. “Investing in nonprofits like Maverick is not just about capital support, but also connecting leaders within the organization to necessary resources and training to ensure these nonprofits and their leadership teams are positioned for long-term success as they grow strategically and continue to make a positive impact.”
The Maverick Boys & Girls Club said it aims to give community support and outreach in Amarillo, while also offering a wide array of programs and resources to youth and families. The club said its goal is to equip them with the skills to break the barriers of stereotypes and poverty and provides the tools necessary to become successful. They will use their grant funding to not only enrich current leadership with key skills but also restore funding to the Club’s tutoring program and offer creative resources to low-income families in the area.
“At Maverick Boys & Girls Club, we are dedicated to creating pathways to positive outcomes for our youth, and we strive every day to serve not only these kids, but their families, and this community as a whole,” said Donna Soria, CEO of the Maverick Boys & Girls Club. “This mission would not be possible without the support of local leaders like Bank of America, and this grant is tangible evidence of their commitment to the Amarillo community and its future.”
The Boys and Girls Club is the fourth nonprofit to be selected In Amarillo as Neighborhood Champion since 2019, with the bank investing $200,000 into these local organizations. | 2022-10-28T00:39:37Z | www.myhighplains.com | Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo named ‘2022 Neighborhood Champion’ | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/maverick-boys-girls-club-of-amarillo-named-2022-neighborhood-champion/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/maverick-boys-girls-club-of-amarillo-named-2022-neighborhood-champion/ |
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT)-Thursday morning United Way Hosted their “Teens Gather to Live United” event.
The event was held at the Amarillo Civic Center Grand Plaza and was meant to help students learn about the needs of their community and how they can make a difference.
“Teens Gather to Live United” serves as a pep rally that allows students to showcase their hard work, hear from a motivational speaker and participate in hands on volunteer opportunities where they built bikes for elementary students and wrote encouraging cards for veterans, senior citizens, and first-year college students.
“Our youth are an untapped resource, they’re our leaders of tomorrow, said the CEO of United Way Amarillo and Canyon.” Projects that our youth can accomplish in their energy is just a fantastic opportunity to show them the power that they have as they’re growing in their age and maturity.”
During the event students heard from motivational speaker Melodie Graves, her message to students was to find their purpose and what motivates them.
“Reminding them about the purpose that despite everything purpose needs to drive them to greatness, said Melodie Graves, Community Advocate.” I want them to remember that no matter where they are, they can leave from where they are and they are the ones that get to determine where their purpose is and once, they determine that the sky’s the limit.”
The kits that were made will go to families that are currently fighting homelessness. Amarillo, Canyon, and Bushland Independent School Districts brought busloads of students to participate in today’s event.
“It’s very intriguing to me to hear what’s going on in the community to recognize so many things you just you just don’t know exists, stated Max Engelvrecht, Ascension Academy student. “It’s so interesting to be part of the solution as well because you’re working proactively to help benefit other people.”
The students built over 40 bicycles for area elementary students. During the Pep Rally students also heard from Dr.Russell Lowrey-Hart and Sonja Clark, as well as interacted with local community programs.
Last year Youth Cabinet was able to help raise over $78,000. The students also researched various grants and allocated the money to local organizations.
“With the youth cabinet we will continue to coordinate fundraisers throughout our schools, said Maison Guerra Senior at Canyon High School and Youth Cabinet Member. “We can allocate funds to charities within the area that need money and last year, we set a record number and we were able to give everyone that applied for a scholarship, and we are hoping to do that again this year.”
Allocations from this year’s campaign will be announced in spring 2023. | 2022-10-28T02:41:22Z | www.myhighplains.com | United Way Hosts ‘Teens Gather to Live United’ | KAMR - MyHighPlains.com | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/united-way-hosts-teens-gather-to-live-united/ | https://www.myhighplains.com/news/local-news/united-way-hosts-teens-gather-to-live-united/ |
Man sentenced to community corrections in Coal…
Brandon White (Boulder County Sheriff’s Office)
A Jefferson County man who pleaded guilty to shooting at a man after a fight in Boulder County was sentenced to community corrections Wednesday.
“Ultimately, I agree with the balancing that the PSI writer applied to their recommendation,” Mulvahill said. “I think you’ll be sufficiently contained, sufficiently supervised, and it has a punitive component.”
After the fight, prosecutors said White drew a gun and fired five rounds into the victim’s bus while the victim was hiding behind it.
White admitted to the shooting, but attorneys differed on the level of intent, as White’s defense attorney Mark Mayberry said the shots were meant just to scare the victim.
“That’s the biggest disagreement we have here, whether there was an attempt to shoot in (the victim’s) direction,” Mayberry said.
White also took the time to speak at the hearing, calling the shooting “the biggest mistake of my life.”
“At no point was there an intent on ever shooting him,” White said. “But I recognize my actions were reckless and crazy.”
“I’m sorry for bringing violence into my peaceful mountain community,” White said.
“This is not a case where he is just shooting at the air or the ground or a really concentrated area to scare a person,” Rueda said. “We believe this type of gun violence should not be tolerated and requires prison.”
“We don’t think he just ‘lost his cool,’ he purposefully and intentionally brought that revolver from his house,” Rueda said. “That is more than losing someone’s cool, that is bringing a deadly weapon to a fight.”
Mulvahill agreed the evidence did lead to some doubts about White’s intentions.
“Here’s what is obvious to me… You took five shots across the length of that bus, the bus that the victim was hiding behind,” Mulvahill said. “The inference is you were trying to do more than scare him.”
“What you did is just not tolerable,” Mulvahill said. “There needs to be a period of incarceration because the DA’s point about gun violence is well taken.”
But ultimately, Mulvahill said that White accepted responsibility and the shooting appeared to be “completely out of character” given White’s lack of serious criminal history.
“That’s what kept you out of prison,” Mulvahill said. | 2022-08-10T21:16:27Z | www.dailycamera.com | Man sentenced to community corrections in Coal Creek Canyon shooting | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/10/man-sentenced-to-community-corrections-in-coal-creek-canyon-shooting/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/10/man-sentenced-to-community-corrections-in-coal-creek-canyon-shooting/ |
Letters to the editor: Even poor old banks have…
Even the CEO of my bank, who earns $7,000,000 per month, hasn’t been able to save the beleaguered institution! (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
Bill Schwarz: Finances: Even poor, beleaguered banks have fallen on hard times!
I just got a notice from my bank of many years, and I’m concerned. For the bank. It seems they had to pay me 90 cents in interest on a cash account of mine with $52,200 in it. How can they survive while having to pay that much in interest for the use of my money? After all, they can only charge 16.74% on cash advances and only 25.74% on balance transfers. I suspect that these ridiculously low percentages are due to the incompetence of their lobbyists!
The notice also informed me of actions they are taking in a responsible effort to survive. They are increasing the fee to purchase a cashier’s check by 25% and increasing the fee to purchase a counter check by 50%, with some exceptions for a few types of accounts. But these are infrequent transactions, and the exceptions further weaken the effort.
So I propose that concerned citizens start a crowdfunding effort to help the bank out. GoFundMe and Fundly are two possibilities. Either can raise money for events like rescuing a beleaguered bank of indubitable reputation recently fallen on hard times.
The chairman and CEO of this bank, in spite of earning more than $84,000,000 last year (only $7,000,000 a month), has so far been unable to stanch the financial bleeding even after the increased fees, the closing of some local offices around the country and constantly pestering customers to print their own statements and documents. I trust this will not imperil his pay raise this year.
So let’s all do what we can to help, banks do provide invaluable public services!
Bill Schwarz, Louisville
Carrie Kass: Football: Charges aren’t equal, but punishments are the same
These charges are not remotely equivalent. Why are the so-called punishments the same?
Here is a headline from Aug. 1, 2022: Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson suspended for 6 games for sexual misconduct allegations.
And here is a headline from Aug. 2, 2022: New Orleans Saints wide receiver Kawaan Baker suspended for 6 games for violating policy on performance-enhancing substances.
More than 20 women have accused Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct. Ten have filed criminal complaints with the police. Watson has provided monetary settlements (I read this as “I am rich and you are not, so let’s make this all go away”) to many of the women participating in the civil case against him. Yet, an independent disciplinary officer, a female retired federal judge no less, deemed sitting on the bench for six weeks as adequate punishment for Watson’s actions. Despite the fact that she noted Watson sexually assaulted four of the women.
Even the NFL itself feels that Watson’s suspension is inadequate and is appealing for a harsher penalty plus payment of a substantial monetary fine.
What kind of message does this slap on the wrist send to young boys and young girls? To the young fans who idolize Watson? That money and power override everything else? That you can do what you want if you are a sports celebrity?
Shame on you, Judge Robinson!
Carrie Kass, Longmont
Barbara Croissant: Library district: Sustainable funding would help our cultural institutions thrive
Even though I live on a fixed income, I wholeheartedly support the library district concept because I understand from a career at the Smithsonian Institution how difficult it is for cultural institutions, that are the soul of our cities and nation, to survive, much less thrive. It is a heartbreaking reality in American society.
As a senior citizen, I believe it is essential for a city like Boulder to have a library system with a truly stable financial base so that it can take care of its buildings responsibly, rehire much-needed staff and restore vital services. I personally have deeply appreciated many creative art exhibitions, wonderful movies and excellent concerts at Canyon Theater in the past and would love to see it open again. Both of my grandchildren love attending story time at the library, and I hope this and other literacy programs can be reinstated and expanded in the near future.
Since our library system is a frequently used and highly appreciated resource that benefits all citizens regardless of age or circumstance, it would indeed be wonderful if the proposed library district could ensure our libraries had a single sustainable funding source. That would certainly allow the Boulder Public Library to flourish and would be worthy of the spirit and humane values of our beloved city.
Barbara Croissant, Boulder | 2022-08-11T14:15:06Z | www.dailycamera.com | Letters to the editor: Even poor old banks have fallen on hard times; charges aren't equal, but punishments are; sustainable funding would help libraries thrive | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/11/letters-to-the-editor-even-poor-old-banks-have-fallen-on-hard-times/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/11/letters-to-the-editor-even-poor-old-banks-have-fallen-on-hard-times/ |
Boulder begins engagement for Baseline project…
Boulder is beginning to collect community feedback on transportation safety conditions on Baseline Road that will guide its plans for the Baseline Road Transportation Safety Project.
Beginning this fall, the project will bring multimodal transportation improvements to Baseline Road from 30th Street to Foothills Parkway, according to a news release.
It is one of three corridors prioritized in Boulder’s Core Arterial Network initiative, which emphasizes projects that improve safety along the busiest streets where most crashes occur.
In addition to a Be Heard Boulder questionnaire, which is open through Sept. 15, the city staff will collect feedback in person at a number of events, including the Back to School Safety Fair at Meadows Library on Aug. 27 as well as several walking and biking tours of the project area in September.
The project will be conducted in two phases, with pavement resurfacing, curb ramp enhancements and upgrades to make the existing buffered bike lane a protected, separated bike lane beginning in the fall.
To learn more about the project, access the questionnaire and find a list of the in-person events online at bouldercolorado.gov/baseline-project. | 2022-08-12T03:36:36Z | www.dailycamera.com | Boulder begins engagement for Baseline project as part of CAN initiative | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/11/boulder-begins-engagement-for-baseline-project-as-part-of-can-initiative/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/11/boulder-begins-engagement-for-baseline-project-as-part-of-can-initiative/ |
At The Carillon in Boulder, art enriches daily life
Art created by a resident at The Carillon at Boulder Creek
By Sarah Huber |
Nyla, shown in her studio at The Carillon.
When Nyla Witmore and her husband decided it was time to move from their large family home in Boulder into a senior community, Nyla’s first criteria wasn’t excellent food, a spacious apartment or engaging social programs (though she valued all those features too). Instead, her primary desire for her new home was north light.
A professional artist who has taught, painted and lived in Boulder for more than three decades, Witmore craved a home that would minimize distractions and provide, yes, ideal light. She explained, “I love having perfectly balanced north light, a must for a painter.” She and her husband, a retired business executive, found the right fit for them – and for her art – at The Carillon at Boulder Creek, the high-end, luxury hotel-style senior living community tucked between Folsom Field and the University of Colorado Boulder east campus. “I knew I could have more focus here,” she said. The Witmores rented two adjacent one-bedroom apartments on the north side of The Carillon, one for their residence and the second for an art studio. “From our balcony we can view people rafting down the creek and watch people learning to play tennis and walking back and forth on the path. We are looking into nature. When winter comes and the leaves drop, we’re looking down the Front Range; the views are terrific.”
Creativity at The Carillon
Life at The Carillon has been good for Witmore and her art. As the former president of the Boulder Art Association, she participated in Boulder’s Open Studios for years, and she continues to paint weekly with the Plein Air Artists of Colorado. Her work, exhibited in galleries internationally, is mostly representational and impressionist in style, and she enjoys capturing intimate landscapes while “creating a feeling but also an interpretation of the scene before me,” Witmore said. She added with a laugh, “My work has been a great excuse to travel.” Nonetheless, at The Carillon, Witmore prefers to “be one of the group” and to “inspire others to express their creativity,” whether that’s curating a gallery wall or spurring on her fellow residents in their imaginative pursuits, she said. Though she paints a few hours most days in her studio, she religiously attends The Carillon’s Tuesday art class, taught by resident and former public school art teacher Mary Hamlin.
The Carillon’s Tuesday art class is taught by resident and former public school art teacher Mary Hamlin.
“Mary’s approach is very freeing, focusing on exploration,” Witmore said. “In community living, we have residents with some artistic experience and others are embracing their leisure time to discover or develop latent art skills. Both the experienced and novice participants come together once a week to explore creativity. I have observed considerable growth in the three years we have lived here.” Even her husband of 57 years, who never once picked up a paintbrush before their move to The Carillon, attends class. “And he gets excited about it,” Witmore said.
Hamlin’s welcoming and adventurous approach to art reflects The Carillon ethos. After all, The Carillon is about nurturing and stimulating the whole person, from fitness classes and lectures to brain games and book clubs, noted Carillon community sales manager Bryan Sanchez, so the art program weaves intuitively into community life.
Hamlin launched her class about nine years ago. “When I first came to The Carillon, we had some craft things and funny little paints, that was it. I started the program, and it took right off,” she recalled. “We’re people who are willing to give it a try, to look at great art, talk about the composition and then say, ‘Maybe we can try to work like that person did.’” The class experiments with extensive media, including pencil drawings, acrylics, pen and ink, printing, collage and small sculptures.
“Art allows us to think bigger than the obvious, to extend our world so we really are more observant and sensitive, to express our feelings, to react,” Hamlin said. “I tell them to ‘show me what you see,’ and there’s a lot of satisfaction in it.”
Art For Brain Health
The Carillon’s focus on resident creativity may also support physical health, Witmore said. “Creativity engages a different part of the brain, and as we age, it is so important that we stimulate more places in the brain to keep the brain healthy, to keep depression at bay.”
Witmore compared the cognitive benefits of producing art to those of exercise, saying, “My balance has improved 75 percent from the exercises classes here, and my husband and I are both healthier than when we moved in three years ago. The fitness and balance classes involve brain training, and this improves everything.”
A Treasure Box of Life Stories
Witmore came to art late in life professionally, not seriously studying painting until her 40s. She practiced briefly as a speech therapist, cared for her sons, wrote full-time and published three books before “discovering I had some talent and started adult education,” she said. Soon her work attracted students and galleries, such as SmithKlein Gallery on Pearl Street.
“Stories like mine,” Witmore said, are “one of the most important parts about The Carillon.” She expounded, “It’s like this treasure box that gradually unfolds, as we learn more about each other and discover these interesting people and stories.” Several other Carillon residents are devoted to the arts, including a former CU professor who gives regular piano concerts at The Carillon and a former art professor and museum curator.
To celebrate resident skills and promote artistic development, Witmore has been asked to organize a gallery wall at The Carillon. The wall will feature select resident artists’ mounted work every few months and will give residents an opportunity to create a themed show. In addition, The Carillon devotes a wall to Hamlin’s art class and displays residents’ recent projects. “There is so much encouragement and stimulation here,” Witmore said. “The Carillon encourages older and newer residents to continue using the talents they already have.”
Finally, Witmore said, “Everyone puts off a move to senior living, but we realized it’s more prudent to pare down while you still have the energy. I had been an avid gardener for years, and my wrists were tired from the weed pulling. I made a choice for art.”
To schedule a tour or learn more about the opportunities for creativity and personal development at The Carillon at Boulder Creek, email Sanchez at bsanchez@leisurecare.com or call 720.565.6844.
www.leisurecare.com/our-communities/carillon-boulder-creek
Sarah Huber | 2022-08-14T08:02:20Z | www.dailycamera.com | Vibrant Art, Vibrant Senior Living – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/14/carillon-spotlight-2/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/14/carillon-spotlight-2/ |
Ultrarunner Clare Gallagher: Her dominance ‘is…
Brendan Davis / Courtesy photo
Boulder’s Clare Gallagher is one of the favorites for Saturday’s Leadville Trail 100 Run. (Brendan Davis/Courtesy photo)
When Clare Gallagher raced the Leadville Trail 100 Run for the first time back in 2016, she was searching for her life’s calling. The former Cherry Creek high school star and Princeton grad had moved to Boulder after a two-year stint teaching English in rural Thailand. Gallagher’s grandparents were medical doctors, and it was expected she would follow in the family footsteps and attend medical school, followed by a career in medicine.
Clare Gallagher runs a trail in England’s Lake District, one of the many international locales the Boulder runner has traveled to. (Will Buckner/Courtesy photo)
Gallagher, however, chose a different path, one that led up 12,058-foot Hope Pass and the rest of the trails and roads in the Leadville 100 miler, which she won in the second-fastest time ever on the venerable course. That win propelled her to a career as a professional runner, sponsored by La Sportiva, Petzl and Patagonia, and gave her a platform to showcase her passion for environmental work, focusing on the effect of warming oceans on coral reefs and air quality as well as women’s advocacy and nonprofits such as Suffer Better.
Now, six years later, Gallagher is returning to Leadville, ready to face friend and former Boulder runner Addie Bracy and a field that Trail Runner Magazine editor Zoë Rom calls perhaps the most competitive ever. Saturday’s Leadville will be Gallagher’s last big race before she embarks on a new journey, one that has led her to a doctoral program in the University of Colorado’s Department of Environmental Studies lab of Antarctic expert Cassandra Brooks, the latest of several mentors Gallagher has found since her high school days.
“The path is always evolving,” Gallagher, 30, said in an interview last week. “I feel grateful and excited about what is in store, and grateful to be healthy” for Saturday’s race.
Trail Runner’s Rom calls Gallagher a “trail running superhero” and one of the most consistent stars in trail and ultra running, successful over a range of distances and terrain, from steep mountains to flat 50 milers. Her most recent race was a win at the Aspen Backcountry Marathon, where she beat all the men as well as the women.
“Clare’s dominance in the trail scene is impressively consistent,” said Rom, who shares a coach with Gallagher in Boulder’s David Roche. “She is great at whatever event she applies herself to. She takes a long-term, holistic approach to training and has amazing speed. Clare is someone who pursues excellence in all she does.”
That includes her advocacy work. Gallagher is a popular speaker at running and nonprofit environmental events, pleasant, polite and an attentive listener. At races, she is known to linger at the finish line to greet those coming in behind her. At the same time, said Rom, Gallagher is “a fierce and intense competitor.”
As she starts her Ph.D. program with CU’s Brooks, researching sustainable fishing of the Antarctic toothfish (also known as the Chilean sea bass), Gallagher’s passion is clear. The toothfish lives in 32-degree water and can grow, she explains, to human size over a 40-year life span. What drew Gallagher to Brooks’ lab is the way Brooks melds biology and science with communicating her research. “She is a scientist who cares about getting it out to the general public and in policy making. Cassandra excels at that.”
So does Gallagher, said Taylor Nelson, events marketing manager for La Sportiva, which counts Gallagher among the roughly 30 athletes on its La Sportiva Mountain Running Team. “We really love working with Clare. She is on the team not just for her athletic ability, but also for being an outspoken voice for climate advocacy. She embodies, ‘Why do we run beyond running? Is there something we run for that means more than just for us?'”
Gallagher has fans outside the trail community as well. Ana Weir, who spent a week with Gallagher on a shoe distribution to Cuba with One World Running, said, “Clare is someone to be commended. If you want direction, go talk to Clare. Young people should use her as a role model.”
Gallagher will be easy to find as she plans to continue to and remain immersed in the running world. “I am still a fan of track, and personally I love to race ultras,” she said. “At the end of the day, we are all runners. The commonality we have is a passion for running.”
Follow Michael Sandrock on Instagram: @MikeSandrock. | 2022-08-15T16:44:20Z | www.dailycamera.com | Ultrarunner Clare Gallagher: Her dominance 'is impressively consistent' | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/15/professional-runner-clare-gallagher-her-dominance-is-impressively-consistent/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/15/professional-runner-clare-gallagher-her-dominance-is-impressively-consistent/ |
The Boulder Chamber View: Keeping the outdoor…
By Scott Sternberg | Boulder Chamber of Commerce / For the Camera
Scott SternbergThe Boulder Chamber View
As the last days of summer adventures are upon us, it is worth thinking about the high quality of outdoor life we experience along the Front Range. Countless references highlight our more than 300 days of sunshine each year, our access to trails and abundant open spaces, and our nationally renowned vistas. We attract both adventure seekers and those looking for a serene experience. And, yes, it fuels Boulder’s reputation as one of the healthiest communities in the nation.
Amidst that outdoor environment, it’s no surprise that Boulder’s outdoor industry is a major contributor to our local economy:
• According to the Boulder-based Outdoor Industry Association, the outdoor industry supports 4.3 million jobs nationally, generates nearly $700 billion of consumer spending, and comprises 1.8% of GDP.
• Colorado grabs a higher percentage of the national impact as the industry contributes 2.5% to our state GDP, employs a workforce of more than 120,000 employees and pays out $5.6 billion in wages and salaries.
• Boulder County grabs its own share of the outdoor industry impact with more than 500 sporting goods wholesalers, retailers and manufacturers, and sports instruction businesses.
I often tout the diversity of Boulder’s industry sectors, from biotech and software development to tourism and aerospace, as key to our economic resiliency. The outdoor industry demonstrated that point during the pandemic. The industry thrived on the wave of what the Outdoor Industry Association characterized for 2020 as the highest outdoor recreation participation rate on record, with 53% of Americans ages 6 and over getting outdoors for recreation at least once.
Despite this bright news, it’s the Boulder Economic Council’s job to identify trends that might indicate future challenges. Consider that studies find children from ages 6 to 17 spent far less time outdoors than those of previous generations. Further, while our nation diversifies, outdoor participation remains heavily skewed towards those identifying as Caucasian. Even though COVID-19 created a local spike in participation, and perhaps an increased overall awareness of the health benefits of outdoor activities, it’s not yet clear this trend will sustain through the return to pre-pandemic work conditions.
In the face of these concerns, the council has joined forces with other statewide economic vitality partners on steps designed to keep our local outdoor industry thriving. We have been pleased to support expanded efforts of the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office to better understand the health and needs of outdoor industry businesses. This effort has included stakeholder listening sessions throughout the state, including one that brought together business leaders in Boulder. Sitting in the Outdoor magazine office, we fielded their concerns ranging from supply-chain disruptions to the need for greater protection of our state’s outdoor recreation areas. I received similar input during a recent outdoor industry roundtable hosted by BizWest media, along with a desire for marketing opportunities that serve as alternatives to current trade show offerings.
These recent interactions highlight the need for more consistent focus on the needs of our local outdoor industry businesses. To that end, as a partner member of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation, the Boulder Economic Council is pleased to support the listing of outdoor recreation as a priority economic sector. Locally, the council is exploring the resurrection of an outdoor industry business alliance, formally known as Active Boulder. Similar groups, predominantly in the western and north-eastern regions of the U.S., help promote the active outdoor product industry and address barriers to success.
All this talk of outdoor industry health may be far from your mind as you fill your water bottle for a hike in the Chautauqua meadow or prepare to kayak in Boulder Creek. That’s healthy. But just as 300-plus days of sunshine doesn’t mean you shouldn’t prepare for rain, let’s also remember all is not blue skies beneath the surface of our thriving outdoor industry. Let’s work together to keep it healthy, too.
The Boulder Chamber View
Scott Sternberg
Scott Sternberg is the Executive Director of the Boulder Economic Council and Associate Vice President for Economic Vitality. | 2022-08-15T16:44:26Z | www.dailycamera.com | The Boulder Chamber View: Keeping the outdoor industry healthy | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/15/the-boulder-chamber-view-keeping-the-outdoor-industry-healthy/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/15/the-boulder-chamber-view-keeping-the-outdoor-industry-healthy/ |
Young bear takes a pause near McIntosh Lake…
Young bear takes a pause near McIntosh Lake northwest of Longmont
By John Vahlenkamp | jvahlenkamp@prairiemountainmedia.com | Boulder Daily Camera
Walkers around McIntosh Lake are accustomed to spotting bald eagles, great blue herons and white pelicans. On Monday, they paused to take photos of a black bear that took residence in a cottonwood tree not far from the popular path.
“We have a lot of bears down low right now, following drainages,” district wildlife manager Joe Padia said as he observed the young bear, which had draped itself over a large branch, in the shade. “It’s not in a bad spot.”
Padia — who had arrived at the spot after receiving a report of the sighting — said the bear, while young, is not a cub.
“It doesn’t appear anxious,” he said, noting that a cub likely would be “vocalizing” without its mother around. This bear, he said, seemed comfortable with its situation.
So, even though Monday-morning walkers shared a story that a sow and another cub had been spotted in the area, as of late Monday morning, Padia had not received any report of a sighting.
While wildlife officers advise residents to leave bears alone, residents are advised to contact the Division of Wildlife when they see a bear in or near town. Call the division of wildlife at 303-291-7227 during business hours, weekdays. After hours, call State Patrol at 303-239-4501.
He said that if a bear becomes a problem, eating from bird feeders or trash; or reaching a location that’s a danger to the bear, such as a tree in a shopping center parking lot, the Department of Wildlife will work to relocate the bear.
As of midday Monday, however, Padia was content with the bear’s situation. The bear was, too.
John Vahlenkamp | Business Reporter | 2022-08-15T21:33:08Z | www.dailycamera.com | Young bear takes a pause near McIntosh Lake northwest of Longmont | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/15/young-bear-takes-a-pause-near-mcintosh-lake-northwest-of-longmont/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/15/young-bear-takes-a-pause-near-mcintosh-lake-northwest-of-longmont/ |
Three men rescued off Regency Rock near Boulder…
Three scramblers were assisted off the Regency Rock west of Boulder on Sunday evening.
The scramblers were three men aged 23, 24, and 25 who strayed from the standard route on Regency Rock and landed in terrain outside their capability, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office announced in a Monday news release.
According to the release, the call for assistance came in about 8:20 p.m. Sunday.
The scramblers were rescued by the Rocky Mountain Rescue Group with no injuries.
Rescuers hiked in and secured the scramblers with helmets and harnesses and lowered them to the ground on a technical rope system. The rescue process took approximately five hours.
The three rescued scramblers were able to walk to the trailhead and did not need medical attention. | 2022-08-15T23:16:20Z | www.dailycamera.com | Three men rescued off Regency Rock near Boulder without injuries | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/15/three-men-rescued-off-regency-rock-near-boulder-without-injuries/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/15/three-men-rescued-off-regency-rock-near-boulder-without-injuries/ |
Jeff Mitton: Natural Selections: Caterpillars…
Jeff Mitton/ Natural Selections
Jeff Mitton. Natural Selections
A male Weidemeyer’s admiral butterfly, Limenitis weidemeyerii, sat on a narrowleaf cottonwood branch above Upper Gregory Creek in Boulder. The cottonwood had its roots in the stream, but this branch was 12 feet above a hiking trail that led to Green Mountain Lodge and then the summit of Green Mountain. The hiking trail seemed to serve as a highway for butterflies, which were the focus of the admiral. Fritillaries, wood nymphs and blues were moving among the flowers, but the admiral was eager to welcome female admirals and also ready to challenge male admirals that approached his territory. Males are so fervent in defense of their territories that they intercept other species of butterflies as well, harassing and chasing them. It is fun to watch.
If a male entered the mating territory, the resident male would immediately intercept it and engage it in a spinning chase. Weidemeyer’s admirals cannot bite and they lack talons, but the chase serves as a test of endurance and strength. When one of them senses that his adversary has superior endurance, he simply flies away. Usually, it is the intruder that admits defeat, but if the intruder wins, he gets the territory. A study of these contests showed that the larger male was more successful at acquiring and defending territories. After some time and many contests, the territories accumulate larger males. So, it is the larger males that do most of the mating.
The genus Limenitis has about 25 species, most in Asia, and fewer in North America, but the genus here is controversial. Discussions of the genus usually present four species, but sometimes six and occasionally only two. A genetics study attempted to clarify the relationships among all the Limenitis, but the results for species in North America were muddled, which makes this group both fascinating and frustrating.
Limenitis first evolved in Asia, and one species, L. populi, switched its caterpillar feeding preferences primarily to willows and the genus Populus, which includes aspen and the cottonwoods, and secondarily to shadbush, serviceberry and chokecherry. Genetic variation among species showed that just a single species found its way over the Bering land bridge that rises out of the sea during the ice ages. The viceroy, L. achippus, a descendant of L. populi, became established across North America and was the ancestor of the North American admirals. Weidemeyer’s admiral and Lorquin’s Admiral, L. lorquini, appeared first and are sister species, both in the west.
Neither the viceroy nor any of the admirals have chemical defenses or any other defenses, and vulnerability to predators has played a role in the evolution of the admirals. Mimicry is the evolution of color, pattern and behavioral phenotypes of a vulnerable species to resemble a sympatric (living in the same place) species that is adequately defended. Evolved phenotypic similarity provides the mimic some degree of protection from predators that have learned to avoid the phenotype of the unpalatable species. Mimicry has appeared independently three times in North American Limenitis. The most well-known case is the mimicry of viceroys to monarch butterflies, but in addition, white admirals mimic pipevine swallowtails and Lorquin’s admirals mimic the California Sister butterflies.
Mimicry will not occur in places where the well defended model species is absent. Consequently, the white admiral has some areas where it looks like an admiral, but when sympatric with the model, it looks like a swallowtail. Wherever mimetic and non-mimetic admirals meet, the two forms hybridize.
Gene flow via hybridization of mimetic and non-mimetic forms disrupts the evolution of precise mimicry and adaptation to specific habitats. Continual gene flow prevents genetic divergence of geographic areas and development of independent evolutionary trajectories. Systematists and taxonomists are left to grapple with populations that are partially differentiated and not quite independently evolving. Hence, some interpret white admirals as a single species, others favor the idea of one species with several subspecies, whereas others see justification for several independent species. This is not a failure of evolutionary theory, but a stable, persistent case of partially differentiated groups.
Like the adults, Limenitis caterpillars lack chemical defenses and unlike the caterpillars many other species, they lack both defensive barbed hairs and stinging spines. Instead, they evolved crypsis, hiding in plain sight but disguised as a bird dropping. It is a convincing likeness, a gooey, disgusting mass with blobs and bumps suggesting the partially digested fragments of leaves and flowers.
The life cycle of an admiral resembles a fairy tale. Like the homely, warty toad transformed by a kiss to an enchanting prince, embarrassing excremental smears and lumps of who-knows-what metamorphose into delicate and lovely butterflies. | 2022-08-16T22:27:33Z | www.dailycamera.com | Jeff Mitton: Natural Selections: Caterpillars resembling bird defecations take wing as Weidemeyer's admirals | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/16/jeff-mitton-natural-selections-caterpillars-resembling-bird-defecations-take-wing-as-weidemeyers-admirals/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/16/jeff-mitton-natural-selections-caterpillars-resembling-bird-defecations-take-wing-as-weidemeyers-admirals/ |
Not exactly an alpine start. On the approach to the west face of the Cima Grande after 8 a.m. on our first day in Italy. Cima Grande is the shaded peak on the right with its summit obscured by clouds. (Chris Weidner/Courtesy photo)
In the mountains, sometimes the “warm-up” becomes the adventure.
On our first morning in Italy last month, Bill Serantoni and I arrived beneath the 9-story tall west face of Cima Grande, one of the most sought-after summits in the Dolomites. It was my debut in this mountain range and frankly, the vertical tower of yellow, loose-looking rubble above us lacked a single line that appeared climbable — at least at the mellow grade we were after. Gazing upward, we couldn’t figure out where the Dülfer Corner, a supposedly obvious route, went.
Bill Serantoni eyes the 9-story tall west face, searching for the Dülfer Corner route. It follows the largest black streak in the middle of the wall finishing in the wide chasm near the top. (Chris Weidner/Courtesy photo)
Flashback a few hours to our apartment in nearby Cortina d’Ampezzo, where we woke up planning to climb Cima Grande’s north face — a much greater undertaking than the shorter, easier west face (yup, the same one we now cowered beneath). But we weren’t exactly feeling zippy. After overnight travel and logistics we slept well past an “alpine start.” We told ourselves we could just start climbing late, uninhibited by other parties who would be well ahead of us.
Over coffee and muesli, however, the idea of tackling such a huge route at such a late hour didn’t sit well. Neither Bill nor I are particularly fast, or bold, so we’d be lucky to top out in the daylight. Moreover, we were disinclined to commit to the complicated descent by headlamp.
Over a second coffee and heightened deliberation, we settled on Plan B: the Dülfer Corner. We would race up this moderate route, tag the summit and learn the descent. If the weather allowed a north face attempt later that week, we’d be golden.
So there we stood beneath the west face at 9 a.m. looking up and scratching our heads. With only a vague route description we scrambled to the right, looked up, then around a corner … nope. We went back left and looked up again. The only line that appeared possible was vertical — even overhanging in places. It followed a giant, left-facing corner up a black streak, culminating in a huge roof and chimney system. What’s more, the streak shone a glassy, deep black — a sure sign of wet rock.
Bill Serantoni a few pitches up the Dülfer Corner, just before the route became saturated. (Chris Weidner/Courtesy photo)
This line matched the description. And it was, in fact, a corner. But it seemed too steep and sustained to be the Dülfer Corner — a route first climbed in 1913 and rated “only” 5.8. Bill and I checked out right once more before deciding, hesitantly, that this must be it.
Gulp!
As I tiptoed my way up the first pitch, I understood I’d completely underestimated our Plan B. I also soon realized that while repacking for this route in the morning, I had mistakenly forgotten to pack my food.
Double gulp!
Another challenge was the black streak, which proved even wetter than it had appeared. Most of the route’s 7 pitches had some wetness, but the chimney up high took the cake (Mmmmmm, cake! I thought, as my stomach rumbled). The chasm was coated in a veneer of greenish slime as slick as olive oil. A hand or foot could slip off at any moment so I led carefully, clipping rusty pitons along the way. Some of them stuck out so far they were barely attached to the rock, but I clipped them anyway because … why not?
Above the slimy chimney, the angle eased off. We eventually reached a flat area several hundred feet below the summit where, to my utter bliss, Bill shared his almonds and a bar.
Right then it began to drizzle, soon followed by rain. Then came the lightning. We huddled beneath an overhang during the heaviest downpour and debated whether to continue. The storm didn’t worsen so, amid light rain and a blanket of low, dark clouds, we arrived on the summit of Cima Grande (9,840ft) more haggard than I’d like to admit.
A full three hours later, we staggered back to the Rifugio Auronzo, a bunkhouse and restaurant above the parking lot. Still clad in harnesses with gear clanking around, we each ordered a full meal and then some.
As we sat down, a smile materialized that I couldn’t seem to shake. Because at that moment, even though we’d resorted to Plan B, I couldn’t imagine being more satisfied with any Plan A. | 2022-08-17T16:50:40Z | www.dailycamera.com | When 'Plan B' becomes the perfect 'Plan A' | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/17/when-plan-b-becomes-the-perfect-plan-a/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/17/when-plan-b-becomes-the-perfect-plan-a/ |
Boulder Creek Hometown Festival has ‘moments of…
Roger Opfer tinkers with his 1948 Oldsmobile 98 Club Coupe at the Boulder Creek Hometown Festival car show Sunday afternoon. (Jennifer LeDuc / Staff writer)
The Tyrannosaurus rex came for the food and stayed for music on the last day of the Boulder Creek Hometown Festival.
The anatomically correct prehistoric beast was designed and built by local puppeteer Tim Seeber, known by many as Mr. Bones, and he wandered around the festival engaging with the crowd, getting squeals from kids and adults alike.
A Tyrannosaurus rex looks for lunch at the Boulder Creek Hometown Festival on Sunday afternoon. The foam dinosaur replica was carved and manipulated by Tim Seebers, also known as Mr. Bones. (Jennifer LeDuc / Staff writer)
The attendance was modest, and event director Meg Denbow said the turnout was less than what the organizers at Boulder Creeks Events had hoped for.
Attributing the smaller crowd to moving the event to a date earlier than the traditional Labor Day weekend, and the weather, Denbow said storms Saturday afternoon meant closing the festival down around 4:30.
“It was a total drag to have to do that, so we don’t know what kind of crowd we would have had last night,” Denbow said on Sunday. “It started to pour, and we have to put safety first. But there have been moments of magic throughout the weekend.”
The vintage cars on display drew young and old onlookers. Car aficionados and the curious peered in the windows of the restored cars and trucks and chatted with owners.
Roger Opfer, a Lafayette resident and car collector, brought his 1948 Oldsmobile 98 Club Classic to the show, a vibrant blue peach of car, with plump lines and chrome hubcaps. Opfer said the car’s low mileage was attributed to the original owner contracting polio. Although the owner retrofitted the car so he could continue driving it, the progression of the disease meant the car was left to sit for 20 years.
The Boulder Creek car show was “always a fun and laid back event,” said Opfer.
Sipping beer from Wibby Brewing while musical duo Wrenn & Ian played in the bandshell, Caitlin Dunn and Eric Papin said the creekside festival was an opportunity to relax after a hike up Shanahan Ridge Trail with their pup Murphy.
“We saw the festival, found parking, heard the good music and grabbed a beer. It was easy,” said Dunn.
Four-year-old Enzo Botelho was playing with his first zucchini car in the shade with his father, Moreno, and mother Cibele Amaral. The family moved to Boulder from Brazil six months ago, and it was their first time at a festival along the creek.
“We love it, we rode our bikes here,” said Amaral. Her son loved the old cars, and his hands were covered in paint from decorating his zucchini car.
Best friends Maddy Gaglio, left, and Francesca Barradale, right, select their squash for their entry in the zucchini race at the Boulder Creek Hometown Festival on Sunday afternoon, an event that’s become a tradition for the lifelong friends. (Jennifer LeDuc / Staff writer)
Picking out the perfect zucchini from a pile of squash meant continuing a tradition of zucchini racing for best friends Maddy Gaglio and Francesca Barradale.
“We’ve done this every year since we were six,” said Gaglio. “This is our summer tradition, we have to do this.” | 2022-08-22T00:49:25Z | www.dailycamera.com | Boulder Creek Hometown Festival has ‘moments of magic’ with car show, music, zucchini racing – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/21/boulder-creek-hometown-festival-has-moments-of-magic-with-car-show-music-zucchini-racing/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/21/boulder-creek-hometown-festival-has-moments-of-magic-with-car-show-music-zucchini-racing/ |
August Nature Walk: Enjoy some of Earth’s…
The Bristlecone Loop has benches that invite you to sit and enjoy the view. (Glenn Cushman/Courtesy photo)
By Ruth Carol Cushman and Glenn Cushman |
A quarter-mile trail doesn’t sound like much. But at 11,540 feet, we breathed hard. Unlike us, wind-twisted bristlecone pines thrive at this elevation under harsh conditions other trees can’t tolerate. The Bristlecone Loop in the Mount Goliath Natural Area on Mount Evans winds through a grove of some of the oldest living things on earth.
The Bristlecone Loop winds through a forest of ancient pines. (Glenn Cushman/Courtesy photo)
Bristlecones were long considered the most ancient living thing, but that claim has been overturned in recent years. Some mushroom mycelium and some creosote bush and aspen clones are older, and 500,000-year-old bacteria have been found frozen in permafrost.
Nevertheless, bristlecones retained the title of oldest tree until May of this year when Chilean researcher Jonathan Barichivich announced that a Patagonian cypress (Fitzroya cupressoides) was estimated to be 5,484 years old. Some dendrologists remain unconvinced, and the research has not yet been peer-reviewed.
Dendrology or counting tree rings is the method typically used to calculate a tree’s age. In 1964 a forest ranger helped a graduate student chop down “Prometheus” (an almost 5,000-year-old bristlecone) so its rings could be counted. Following public outrage, researchers started using a tree borer to take a core sample. Because “Alerche Milenario” in Chile was too wide for a borer to reach its center, its age was extrapolated from a partial core sample. “The objective is to protect the tree, not to make headlines or break records,” Barichivich said.
The largest and the oldest bristlecones (Pinus longaeva) grow in California’s White Mountains and in Nevada’s Great Basin. Most of the Rocky Mountain bristlecones (Pinus aristata) on Mount Evans are between 700 and 1,600 years old.
Bristlecones, named for the bristles that tip the cone scales, are also called “foxtails” because the inch-long needles in clusters of five, form dense clusters at the end of the branch and look like a fox’s tail. (Glenn Cushman/Courtesy photo)
Growing slowly makes for dense, resin-rich wood resistant to insects, fungi and rot. However, not all is well with bristlecones as the climate warms and wildfires proliferate. Ecophysiologist Anna Schoettle writes that bristlecones do not adapt easily to novel stresses such as blister rust, an imported fungus.
We stand in awe of an organism able to adapt to thin soils, scarce water, and buffeting winds over many centuries and hope it can survive what humankind has wrought.
Starting at the Dos Chappel Nature Center, the Bristlecone Loop Trail branches off the Walter Pesman Trail that continues through even more bristlecones to intersect the Alpine Garden Loop at 12,209 feet. To visit Mount Evans, you must pay a $15 fee and make a reservation at recreation.gov.
Most of this bristlecone is dead while a few branches thrive, thanks to “sectored architecture,” meaning that roots feed only the tree sections directly above them. (Glenn Cushman/Courtesy photo)
From Idaho Springs take Exit 240 off Interstate 70 and follow Colo. 103 for 13 miles. Just past Echo Lake, turn right onto Colo. 5.
Ruth Carol and Glenn Cushman are the authors of “Boulder Hiking Trails,” published by West Margin Press.
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Glenn Cushman | 2022-08-22T17:03:25Z | www.dailycamera.com | August Nature Walk: Enjoy some of Earth’s oldest trees on the Bristlecone Loop Trail, Mount Evans | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/22/august-nature-walk-enjoy-some-of-earths-oldest-trees-on-the-bristlecone-loop-trail-mount-evans/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/22/august-nature-walk-enjoy-some-of-earths-oldest-trees-on-the-bristlecone-loop-trail-mount-evans/ |
According to an arrest affidavit released Monday, three teen boys were walking through Kensington Park at about 1:49 p.m. Saturday when they noticed a silver sedan eastbound on Longs Peak Avenue.
The teens told police they saw the driver lean out the window pointing a gun. The boys tried to run, but one of them was hit in the chest and another was hit in the leg. | 2022-08-22T17:03:30Z | www.dailycamera.com | Longmont drive-by shooting tied to possible gang dispute, fight at county fair – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/22/longmont-drive-by-shooting-tied-to-possible-gang-dispute-fight-at-county-fair/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/22/longmont-drive-by-shooting-tied-to-possible-gang-dispute-fight-at-county-fair/ |
The tax, which is set to sunset in 2024, is a $4 million property tax, revenue from which may only be used to purchase and preserve open space, enhance wildlife habitat and develop regional trail connectors. These options were presented:
• Extend the TNACC sunset date another 10 years and expand the allowable uses of the fund to include other parks- and open space-related expenses, including preservation of scenic landscape and views, maintain trails and infrastructure and trails, with all expenditures subject to a recommendation and review by a citizen advisory board
• Extend the TNACC sunset date another 10 years, expand the allowable uses of the fund (as above) and increase the tax by $1 million, to $5 million, commencing Jan. 1 through 2034, with all revenues used exclusively to preserve open space and maintain trails and parkland infrastructure.
Several board members expressed hesitation to expand funding by the additional million dollars, and agreed to keep the tax at the current rate and expand the use. The motion to approve the ballot language passed unanimously. | 2022-08-24T06:45:18Z | www.dailycamera.com | Erie Board approves November ballot measures | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/23/erie-board-approves-november-ballot-measures/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/23/erie-board-approves-november-ballot-measures/ |
Nederland marshal resigns as future of town’s…
The post did not state the reason for the resignation, but wished Fine-Loven “the best in her future endeavors.”
While the post thanks Fine-Loven for her “years of service,” she was actually appointed as town marshal earlier this year.
Fine-Loven’s resignation is the latest for the department, which has had trouble retaining and hiring officers in recent years. | 2022-08-24T17:02:54Z | www.dailycamera.com | Nederland marshal resigns as future of town's police department remains uncertain | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/24/nederland-marshal-resigns-as-future-of-towns-police-department-remains-uncertain/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/24/nederland-marshal-resigns-as-future-of-towns-police-department-remains-uncertain/ |
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I’m a new resident in Boulder, imagine my surprise at my first water bill. A quick refresher: Boulder uses a system of graduated rates, the first 1,000 gallons is always Boulder’s Flagrantly Regressive Water Rates
the cheapest. The thresholds for each rate are calculated as a percentage of a personalized household “water budget.” On my June bill, the water budget was 8,000 gallons, so the cutoff for the lowest rate was 5,000 gallons, 60% of the water budget. So far so good. | 2022-08-27T15:00:01Z | www.dailycamera.com | Guest opinion: Quintin Davis: Boulder's flagrantly regressive water rates need to change | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/27/guest-opinion-quintin-davis-boulders-flagrantly-regressive-water-rates-need-to-change/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/27/guest-opinion-quintin-davis-boulders-flagrantly-regressive-water-rates-need-to-change/ |
Stop and smell the roses: Glasey’s Gardens…
Glasey’s Gardens in Longmont
By Wendy McMillan |
From birthday blossoms and fragrant floral greetings to heartfelt expressions of empathy and tributes to lives well-lived, flowers offer vibrant, beautiful aesthetics and so much more. Each delicate petal unfolds with an outpouring of feeling, stirring tenderness and delight. What’s more, couched into mere enjoyment of all the colors and radiance are some real benefits to wellbeing, too. In fact, studies suggest that flowers can increase creativity, productivity, focus, and energy, improve mood and more. Surely that’s enticement enough to make more time to stop and smell the roses. And, there’s no better place to take a moment than the sweeping, glorious tranquility of Glasey’s Gardens.
A cart with heart
Located at 5800 St. Vrain Road, Glasey’s Gardens welcomes visitors with a modest but captivating flower stand at the foot of the wraparound dirt drive to owners Glen and Casey’s (aka ‘Glasey’) beautiful, plantation style home. Wrought-iron bicycle stands, painted white, and other plant holders display the fruits of Casey’s labor, talent, and abiding love of flowers.
Operating mostly on an honor system, visitors can expect to find the stand open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, when they can select among loose blooms, or choose bouquets ranging from the whimsical to the elegant. Soaps and candles, handmade by Casey, are also available, as are delicious drinks from a coffee trailer. Tables and chairs invite guests to relax under the cool shade of the home’s massive cottonwood trees, and to amble out back to the gorgeous gardens set against the stunning backdrop of the foothills and mountains. There might even be a bonus greeting from Elvis the Pig (famed @elvisofboulder on Instagram).
Glasey’s Gardens is a true masterpiece of a garden, not a greenhouse, and the flower stand will last only as long as the season allows, but Casey and Glen have plans to extend the potential as far into October as possible. Hoops are ready to offer protection from frost. Moreover, the coffee cart will continue to beckon roadside visitors, with more allurements steadily in the works.
Seeds of a vision
Glen and Casey purchased their St. Vrain Road home at an estate sale in 2015. Formerly the beloved home of Mary Fruehauf, longtime president of Fruehauf’s Patio and Garden, at the time the estate was in some disrepair. It was clear the home was in need of more than a little work, but Glen and Casey saw the beauty shine through. “We could both see the potential instantly,” Glen says. “It’s a space that was meant to bring joy, and to be shared.”
Upon acquiring the home, the first thing the couple did was remodel the 3-bedroom, 2-bath apartment. Next up, they took on the backyard, and let creativity and imagination run like wildflowers. Flanked by good neighbors with no fences and open space, the six-acre property feels infinitely expansive, with stunning views and southern exposure, perfect for gardens that touch on the majestic. Glen, owner of Taylor’s Moving, set to work on fantastic raised beds, including 20-footers where zinnias, sunflowers, and countless other varieties of flowers flourish under Casey’s care. A sturdy 10 X 10 foot bed is nearly indistinguishable, masked by sprawling pumpkin vines and leaves.
Amid the beds are endlessly beguiling touches – heart-shaped stepping stones, a plantation-style birdhouse echoing the stately home, beautiful sculptures, a grand, large-scale stone chess set, koi pond and more. The couple plan to further add an official path, including an arched bridge, that will guide visitors along a tour, through the wooded fairy garden complete with stone toadstools, apple trees, and of course the beds of flowers.
A growing garden
Come mid-September, Glen and Casey hope to add a mobile pub to the Glasey’s Gardens offerings, too. But the plans don’t come close to stopping there. In the next year, the couple are planning a full remodel of the main house. Once that’s complete, Glasey’s Gardens will be available for corporate and boutique events.
In addition to the breathtaking gardens and scenery, the backyard at 5800 St. Vrain Road features a gazebo, a chef-style outdoor kitchen, space for indoor-outdoor dining, covered space big enough for a band, and a pool. Everywhere you look are exquisite details and delightful spaces in which to breathe and appreciate the views from a new perspective– up the spiral iron staircase to the rooftop patio, or amid the blooms.
With their labors of love, Glen and Casey see their home taking on new life in ways it feels meant for. “Mary (Fruehauf) loved to entertain,” Glen says. “She threw big parties. It feels like we’re taking what she loved to do and giving it a little bit of a facelift, continuing the tradition for the community.”
As Glasey’s Gardens develops, the pair intend to create a website sharing all offerings as they become available. In the meantime, why not stop by for a bit of blissful Zen? “Come by the stand, have a drink, sit in the shade among the trees, and check out the gardens,” Glen says. If you do, you won’t be disappointed, but will come away with deeper understanding of what Ralph Waldo Emerson meant when he said, “the world laughs in flowers”.
Visit Glasey’s Gardens at 5800 St. Vrain Road in Longmont or online (coming soon!) at glaseysgardens.com.
Glasey’s Gardens welcomes visitors with a modest but captivating flower stand at the foot of the wraparound dirt drive to owners Glen and Casey’s (aka ‘Glasey’) beautiful, plantation style home.
Wendy McMillan | 2022-08-28T08:03:45Z | www.dailycamera.com | Stop and smell the roses: Glasey’s Gardens offers fresh blooms, coffee and a slice of serenity – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/28/glaseys-garden-business-spotlight/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/28/glaseys-garden-business-spotlight/ |
Fowl play and friendly competition at Great…
Crowds watch the start of the Great Boulder Duck Race at Scott Carpenter Pool in Boulder on Sunday. The event has been a tradition for 34 years, and Sunday’s event raised thousands of dollars for the Play Boulder Foundation. (Jennifer LeDuc / Staff Writer)
The 34th Great Boulder Duck Race raised thousands of dollars for the Play Boulder Foundation on Sunday afternoon at Scott Carpenter Pool.
It also laid bare to the fierce but friendly competition between the Boulder fire and police departments.
“This is such a nice diversion from the everyday,” said Fire Chief Michael Calderazzo. “It’s fun for both departments to come together when it’s not an emergency and tease each other.”
Boulder Chief of Police Maris Herold points to shenanigans by members of the Boulder Fire Department across the pool during the police versus fire heat at the Great Boulder Duck Race on Sunday afternoon. (Jennifer LeDuc / Staff Writer)
Not only did the departments compete against each other in the duck race, they competed in fundraising for the event. Although the fire department won the water race by a nose, the police department edged out the fire department in the fundraising.
Frequent visitors to the pool, Thuy Steward and her 9-year-old daughter Annie were first-time spectators
“We’ve always heard it was fun in the past, so this year we decided to come watch it,” said Thuy Steward, a Boulder resident.
Angie Jeffords, executive director of the Play Boulder Foundation, said the event raised close to $12,000 as of Sunday afternoon, with the police and fire departments raising more than $2,000 collectively.
The race was moved from Boulder Creek to the pool two years ago, explained Parks and Recreation Communications Programming manager Jonathan Thornton.
Synchronized swimmers Jay Korngold-Finkelstein, left, and Ainsley Dye prepare to jump into the pool at the beginning of their performance at the Great Boulder Duck Race on Sunday. (Jennifer LeDuc / Staff Writer)
“It’s easier to keep track of the ducks and better for the environment,” Thornton said. | 2022-08-29T04:24:15Z | www.dailycamera.com | Fowl play and friendly competition at Great Boulder Duck Race – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/28/fowl-play-and-friendly-competition-at-great-boulder-duck-race/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/28/fowl-play-and-friendly-competition-at-great-boulder-duck-race/ |
Exhibit explores 100 years at Boulder Community…
100 Years of Boulder Community Health: The latest exhibit at Museum of Boulder marks Boulder Community Health’s 100th anniversary. Celebrating the contributions BCH has made to the community, the exhibit highlights the organization’s history, partnerships and innovations. Explore medical procedures in the 1920s all the way up to the 2020 pandemic response; 9 a.m., Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway, Boulder; $8-$10; museumofboulder.org.
Hawaiian Hula Classes: Open to those with beginner and intermediate skills, learn the art of hula from a seasoned teacher; 6:30 p.m., Boulder Ballet Studio 3 at Dairy Arts Center, 2790 29th St., Boulder; $20-$75; 720-771-9772.
Campus Green Tour: Did you know that CU Boulder is one of the most sustainable campuses in the nation? Come take a walking tour through pollinator gardens, bike stations, solar panels, see the on-campus recycling facility and more. Small group guided tours offered daily; 5, Meet at the Environmental Center, UMC 355, Boulder; Registration required: forms.gle/aYtUMc5STN1WitLf9.
Connect at the Rec: CU Boulder’s Rec Center is helping students cool off on a hot day by letting them smash around bumper cars on the ice rink. Reservations recommended; 7 p.m., Student Recreation Center, Ice Rink, CU Boulder; bit.ly/3Toj9f6.
Erie Kids Art Show submissions: Kids ages 3-18 years old can submit up to two pieces of art for an “Out of this World!”-themed show that will kick off Sept. 24. Drop off framed and ready-to-hang pieces (requirements online) between 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 10; Erie Community Library, 400 Powers St., Erie; free; bit.ly/eriearts3.
Lyons Redstone Museum: Before the history museum closes seasonally at the end of September, take a look at the collection that’s captured in exhibits, black-and-white photographs, archives records and more; 9:30 a.m., Lyons Redstone Museum, 340 High St., Lyons; free; lyonsredstonemuseum.com.
UPCOMIING
Boulder Cycling Club: Join BCC for its popular road bike ride every Tuesday, featuring riders of all types. Routes and distances vary, helmets are mandatory and lights encouraged. Stay after the ride and grab a beer and pizza at Twisted Pine’s newly renovated back area; 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Twisted Pine Brewing Co., 3201 Walnut St, Boulder; bouldercyclingclub.org. | 2022-08-29T16:57:31Z | www.dailycamera.com | Exhibit explores 100 years at Boulder Community Health and other Boulder events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/29/exhibit-explores-100-years-at-boulder-community-health-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/29/exhibit-explores-100-years-at-boulder-community-health-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ |
Veteran cross country coach Mark Wetmore: ‘Our…
Mark Wetmore, background left, oversees CU runners, from left, Ryan Lindrud, Ethan Powell, Wilson Georges, Conner Wingfield and Austin Vancil. (Michael Sandrock/Courtesy photo)
Mark Wetmore had just sent a group of runners from his 2022 University of Colorado cross country team on a set of 300-meter intervals along a lightly trafficked road southeast of Boulder when an over-size F-150 4×4 pickup slowed, then rolled to a stop. The driver, an older fellow with a lumberjack shirt and a sun-creased face beneath a trucker’s cap, rolled down the passenger-side truck window.
Colorado head cross country coach Mark Wetmore, left, talks with sophomore Alex Baca after the team’s first hard practice of the season. Behind them are Elliot Pribramsky, left, and Caroline Mehlhorn. The team will have an intersquad meet at 7 a.m. Friday at Buffalo Ranch on the CU South Campus. (Michael Sandrock/Courtesy photo)
Wetmore approached the truck.
“What are those youngsters doing out here?” the driver asked, pushing back the brim of his trucker’s cap.
“It’s the University of Colorado cross country team,” Wetmore said. “Training. What are you up to?”
There was a pause. I was on the other side of the road and did not catch the entire conversation, but could see the driver mulling this over, then talking with Wetmore before driving off carefully.
“He’s going fishing,” Wetmore said. “Says there’s a lake up that way.”
It was the start of the season for the CU cross country team, a mix of veterans and promising newcomers. The session of sets of 300-meter intervals was, Wetmore explained after the fisherman drove off, “Le Jour de Verite,” the team’s “first difficult workout.” It was a way to see “who has been naughty and nice” over the summer, meaning which runners put in the consistent “aerobic base-building” mileage needed to be able to compete this fall at the Pac-12 and NCAA championship races.
“We are not allowed to have practices over the summer, and this is our first opportunity to see the team,” Wetmore said.
From the looks of it, many of the roughly four dozen runners out on the roads this recent Friday morning did put in some miles. Associate head coach Heather Burroughs and Wetmore divided the runners into several groups, mixing upperclassmen with the freshmen. Burroughs and assistant coach Billy Nelson, along with trainer Koki Ozawa, were up at the top of the gradual hill, while Wetmore remained back at the starting point. Behind them were open fields, rolling hills, and the remnants of buildings and foundations, function unknown.
There was a palpable feeling of anticipation and energy as the runners gathered to start the workout, and the season, from seniors Charles Sweeny and Emily Covert down through the freshmen. The top runners kept the groups together, with some of the less fit runners dropping off the back of the repeats before regrouping on the recoveries. Wetmore watched the runners closely, offering feedback as they ran by.
“It’s exciting every year,” said Wetmore, who is entering his 52nd year of coaching, 30 of them at Colorado. “I never lose the excitement; it’s a new opportunity, like a new canvas.”
As the groups of runners took off for their next interval, Wetmore pointed out something about many of them. It’s clear he is interested in his runners as people, not only as athletes capable of turning in fast times and winning titles.
“Our job is to send them into life, not just to run in circles,” he said. That is the attitude that drew one of the young runners to Boulder, sophomore Alex Baca, a state cross country champion from Gunnison, where his father is president of Western State Colorado University. After the workout was finished and the runners went for their cool-down, Baca took a minute to explain that Wetmore’s leadership qualities reminded him of his father and grandfather, and “absolutely drew me here” to CU.
“It is leading by example,” Baca, an integrative physiology major, said, “putting in the hard work every single day.” Baca added that he feels a real camaraderie, friendship and bonding with his teammates.
That camaraderie was strengthened during the summer when some of the CU men took a sojourn at the Baca family mountain cabin for several days of running and conversation, with no cellphone service. “It was a bonding experience,” said Ben Greene, a freshman from Maine.
“We do hope that is the culture of the team,” said associate head coach Burroughs, adding later that the interval session I’d been watching would be one of the “easiest” hard workouts of the year. On Friday, the runners will get a chance to run harder, at an intersquad meet at Buffalo Ranch on the South Campus, starting at 7 a.m. Fans are welcome to come watch. It is an opportunity for the coaches to get more information about this year’s team, Burroughs said.
If you do get up early Friday to watch the intersquad meet, perhaps offer Wetmore congratulations on his latest award — induction into the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association Hall of Fame with the ceremony set in December.
“What I think is special about Mark’s career is how consistently good he has been over the decades,” said Burroughs, who has been coaching alongside Wetmore at CU for 19 years. “He did not go shopping around. He picked one school, stayed in one place, made a culture and built a legacy. That’s not unique, but it’s rare.”
Contact Michael Sandrock on Instagram: @MikeSandrock. | 2022-08-29T16:58:02Z | www.dailycamera.com | Veteran cross country coach Mark Wetmore: 'Our job is to send them into life, not just to run in circles' | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/29/veteran-cross-country-coach-mark-wetmore-our-job-is-to-send-them-into-life-not-just-to-run-in-circles/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/29/veteran-cross-country-coach-mark-wetmore-our-job-is-to-send-them-into-life-not-just-to-run-in-circles/ |
Boulder’s Police Oversight Panel set to begin…
Boulder is in the process of selecting new members of its Police Oversight Panel and is looking for local nonprofit organizations to help with the work.
The panel, formed in 2020, reviews complaint investigation files and makes disciplinary, policy and training recommendations to the Boulder Police Department, according to a city news release.
The Boulder City Council earlier this month approved adding two additional members to make it an 11-member panel. This addition will provide some flexibility and generally assist the members, who have to conduct case reviews, attend regular training events, participate in committees and more.
“It would give us a little bit of breathing room in our case review schedule,” Independent Police Monitor Joey Lipari told the Council during its Aug. 4 meeting.
Traditional panel members spend about 10 to 15 hours a month on work associated with panel membership, while the co-chairs spend about 15 to 20 hours a month.
Additionally, in a meeting earlier this summer, the panel noted additional members would help since the panel has been experiencing growing pains since it began meeting in February 2021. Four members have resigned from the panel since that time.
Some City Council members questioned the Police Oversight Panel’s workload, wondering whether it exceeded that of other city boards and commissions.
However, it’s meant to be different, city officials noted.
“This, unlike a board or commissions, is really a working operational panel,” City Manager Nuria Rivera-Vandermyde said. “They are doing some very specific work to review cases. They serve, certainly, in an advisory role, but in a very different role for the magnitude of what they are doing.”
The city currently pays its panel members a $100 monthly stipend. The upcoming city budget proposes an increase to $200 a month for regular members and $250 for the co-chairs, Lipari noted.
To help identify new members, the panel is forming a selection committee, made of current panel members and representatives from two local nonprofit organizations. Any local nonprofit serving Boulder can indicate its interest in participating in the process.
Service on the selection committee will require a significant time investment, involving reviewing applications, conducting interviews and participating in deliberations on the selection of new panel members, the city news release states.
Diverse representation is a requirement of the panel, which aims to bring “historically marginalized voices to the forefront in police oversight,” the release added.
Each of the two nonprofit organizations selected will identify one representative to serve throughout the selection process, which is scheduled to run from Oct. 17 to Nov. 11 with deliberations and selections complete by Nov. 18.
To indicate interest or to ask questions, contact the panel at PoliceOversightPanel@bouldercolorado.gov. | 2022-08-29T21:56:23Z | www.dailycamera.com | Boulder's Police Oversight Panel set to begin process of selecting new members | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/29/boulders-police-oversight-panel-set-to-begin-process-of-selecting-new-members/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/29/boulders-police-oversight-panel-set-to-begin-process-of-selecting-new-members/ |
Man convicted on five counts in Boulder home…
A man who reportedly broke into a Boulder home and attempted to rape a woman was convicted on five counts following a jury trial.
The most serious charge, the attempted sex assault, carries a presumptive range of eight to 24 years in prison. But Castro-Velasquez is realistically facing up to life in prison because two of the counts fall under Colorado’s indeterminate sentencing law, which requires an inmate complete treatment and apply for parole before being released from prison.
Following the verdict, a judge revoked Castro-Velasquez’s bond, and Castro-Velasquez will remain in custody at the Boulder County Jail until his sentencing on Oct. 17.
“This defendant committed a horrific assault,” Boulder County District Attorney Michael Dougherty said in a statement. “The strangulation of the victim was incredibly scary. The victim demonstrated courage and strength on that day — and throughout this entire process and trial.
“We appreciate the good work by the Boulder Police Department. When the sentences are imposed, the defendant will face the consequences for his extremely dangerous and calculated behavior. We appreciate the jury’s service.”
According to the affidavit, the woman gave police a description of the man, but also said she believed it was Castro-Velasquez based on the suspect’s appearance and Castro-Velasquez’s recent behavior toward her. The woman said she knew Castro-Velasquez, but not well, and that he had recently sent her a friend request on social media and “stared” at her at one point.
At trial, Castro-Velasquez’s attorneys claimed his level of intoxication negated his ability to form intent. | 2022-08-29T21:56:35Z | www.dailycamera.com | Man convicted on five counts in Boulder home invasion, assault case | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/29/man-convicted-on-five-counts-in-boulder-home-invasion-assault-case/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/29/man-convicted-on-five-counts-in-boulder-home-invasion-assault-case/ |
Controversial author Lionel Shriver to visit CU…
Controversial novelist Lionel Shriver will discuss her first nonfiction book, “Abominations: Selected Essays from a Career of Courting Self-Destruction,” at CU Wednesday. (Courtesy photo)
Open Mic at VisionQuest: Jam out with music-makers at this singer-songwriter open mic hosted by Jim Herlihy (of Boulder band Augustus). Sign up at 5:30 p.m., live music from 6-8 p.m featuring three-song sets; 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Visionquest Brewery, 2510 47th St., Suite A2, Boulder; free; visionquestbrewing.com.
Gipsy Kings at Chautauqua: High-energy French pop-fusion group and its co-founder Nicolas Reyes will bring the flamenco pop to town, alongside special guest, folk singer-songwriter Al Olender; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Chautauqua Auditorium, 900 Baseline Road, Boulder; $57.50-$115.50; z2ent.com.
Hiatus Kaiyote at Boulder Theater: Australia’s wondercore crew, and twice-Grammy nominated future-funk group, Hiatus Kaiyote will bring the beats to Boulder Theater; 8 p.m. Wednesday, Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St., Boulder; $39.50-$45; z2ent.com.
Bill McKay at Velvet Elk: Local musician, formerly of Leftover Salmon and Derek Trucks Band, will perform in the venue’s bar area; 8 p.m. Wednesday, The Velvet Elk Lounge, 2037 13th St., Boulder; $5; velvetelklounge.com.
George Nelson Band at License No.1: Performing a mix of tunes from Ray Charles to Louis Armstrong, George and his band plays every Wednesday in the catacombs of the Hotel Boulderado; 9 p.m. Wednesday, License No. 1, 2115 13th St., Boulder; bandsintown.com/e/103703353. | 2022-08-31T16:14:48Z | www.dailycamera.com | Controversial author Lionel Shriver to visit CU Boulder and other area events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/31/controversial-author-lionel-shriver-to-visit-cu-boulder-and-other-area-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/31/controversial-author-lionel-shriver-to-visit-cu-boulder-and-other-area-events-for-today/ |
‘Now is All’: Exploring the connection between…
A no fins diver hovers beneath the underwater entrance to Dean’s Blue Hole during Deep Week. (Adam Stern/@adamfreediver/Courtesy photo)
I wasn’t concerned about falling, per se. That seemed safe enough. My apprehension stemmed from the hollow, crumbling rock, and my aversion to flying backward into the water. On my first attempt to climb this 25-foot overhang I’d chickened out by downclimbing a ways, then jumping into the warm, clear sea. This time, I would go for it.
Two dive platforms are visible floating above Dean’s Blue Hole, an underwater sinkhole with a depth of 663 feet off Long Island, Bahamas. (Chris Weidner/Courtesy photo)
Back at my high point 15 feet up, I rested from two large handholds. Breathing long and deep, I slowly shook out each arm and tried to quiet my mind. That’s when I noticed the lone barracuda, long and fat, just hanging out below the surface within a few feet of my landing zone.
So much for a quiet mind.
I went for it anyway, moving slowly, deliberately, searching for the biggest, most solid holds. A few moves from the top, my right hand reached high, searching for a hold I could trust, when suddenly the rock in my left hand exploded. As I fell, I rotated forward instead of backward. I whimpered as water rushed toward my face (and thoughts of the barracuda flooded my mind) and I ever-so-elegantly chest-flopped into the ocean.
Specifically, I chest-flopped into an underwater sinkhole called Dean’s Blue Hole, that reaches a depth of 663 feet. With no sign of the barracuda, I swam a short way to one of two dive platforms floating in the middle of the blue hole. Situated off the remote Long Island, Bahamas, the warm water, easy access and zero current makes it an ideal place to freedive.
Freediving, not climbing, is actually what brought me there. I’ve been intrigued by this unconventional sport since November, when I took an introductory course in breath-hold diving. On Long Island, I was part of an 8-day intensive course/experience called Deep Week, created and run by Australian national freediving champion Adam Stern.
Heather Weidner climbs above Dean’s Blue Hole last week. (Chris Weidner/Courtesy photo)
It’s funny, I used to think it tough to explain why we climb. It’s much harder and more nuanced to try to rationalize diving as deep as we can on a single breath. At first, I thought the mental discipline I’d honed while climbing would give me a head start in freediving. It may have, but I think there’s far more potential for the reverse: for freediving to teach me how to become a better climber.
Though the mental and emotional challenges in both sports are similar, I feel them more acutely in freediving. This may be because on every dive, the consequences of a mistake loom dire and imminent. There’s no testing limits or taking chances on a depth dive; returning to the surface is mandatory. Any serious error will lead to blackout or possibly death. In that way, freediving is like free-soloing — climbing without a rope — on every single climb, while learning, slowly, how to climb harder.
In both sports the mind is our greatest strength as well as our most formidable obstacle. Only when we let go of expectations, doubts, desires and fears, do we experience our best dives, our best climbs. As my first dive instructor told me, “Freediving is 90% mental. The other 10% is in your head.”
The second main instructor at Deep Week was William Trubridge, considered by many the greatest freediver to have ever lived. He holds 18 world records, including a mind-boggling dive to 334 feet — without fins!
He invokes a mantra as one of many relaxation techniques he uses before competing. “Now is all,” he repeats internally to draw focus to the present. I borrowed these simple, truthful words as I relaxed before what became my deepest dive.
Freediving and climbing are individual sports insofar as one person makes every move, takes every risk, descends or ascends. Yet they are unequivocally team efforts. The freediver’s buddies provide the same kind of safety and, crucially, transcendent support given by a climber’s partners.
After my chest-flop I greeted a few of my new freediving friends who were enjoying our one rest day during Deep Week. I then swam back to the rocks, where my wife and son hung out in the shade. Heather climbed next and she successfully topped out the cliff, then jumped off into the sea. | 2022-08-31T16:14:54Z | www.dailycamera.com | 'Now is All': Exploring the connection between climbing and freediving | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/31/now-is-all-exploring-the-connection-between-climbing-and-freediving/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/08/31/now-is-all-exploring-the-connection-between-climbing-and-freediving/ |
Former Boulderite, Disco Lines, performs at…
Formerly from Boulder, Thadeus Labuszewski, aka Disco Lines, blew up on TikTok in 2020 after he remixed a Taylor Swift song. Check him out at Boulder Theater Thursday. (Courtesy photo)
Disco Lines — Originally from Boulder, Thadeus Labuszewski (aka Disco Lines) is a 23-year-old software engineer by day and music producer by night. His 2020 remix of Taylor Swift’s “Love Story” went viral on TikTok; 8 p.m. Thursday, Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St., Boulder; $20-$25; z2ent.com.
BCC Season Kick-Off Party and Group Ride — Boulder Cycling Club is expanding its partnership with Full Cycle Colorado Multi-Sport this year by adding regular weekly rides on Thursdays. Wheels out at 5:30 p.m. for both road rides and gravel rides. Afterwards, enjoy a brew and food options from Full Cycle’s bar and grill; 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Full Cycle & Colorado Multisport, 2355 30th St., Boulder; Free; bouldercyclingclub.org.
Used Bike Sale at Farrand — Need some wheels to get around campus and Boulder? The Used Bike sale at Farrand Field has you covered. Starting at 6 p.m. sharp, used bikes will either be sold or auctioned at low prices. The bikes will go fast; 6 p.m. Thursday, Farrand Field, Boulder; calendar.colorado.edu/event/annual_used_bike_sale.
63rd Street Farm Songwriter Series — BYOB and a chair to this farm party that will have wood-fired pizzas for sale and live music from Longmont folk singer Antonio Lopez (joined by Jonathan Sadler on marimba and percussion), and a set from Boulder indie-folk musician Carolyn Hunter. No dogs, please; $15 suggested donation; 6 p.m. Thursday, 63rd Street Farm, 3796 63rd St, Boulder; bandsintown.com/e/103641215.
Thursdays at Neptune Mountaineering — Head to the shop Thursdays where speakers will share their latest adventures, staff will give insight on new products, along with training tips and more. Tickets are free but limited to 150 guests; 7 p.m. Thursday, Neptune Mountaineering, 633 S. Broadway, Boulder; Free; neptunemountaineering.com.
Science Under the Dome: If you sat down and thought about it, what is a kilogram? As a matter of fact, what is any unit of measurement? What’s a meter, an inch? What’s a second? We use these measurements every day, and to most of us they just are unchanging, well-defined units of measurements. But what if they aren’t as unambiguous as we believe them to be? Learn about some fun science stuff at Fiske. CU Boulder students get in free with BuffOne card, general public $8-$12; 7 p.m. Thursday, Fiske Planetarium, 2414 Regent Drive, Boulder; colorado.edu/fiske.
Santana Jam at Nissi’s — Jam to some Santana as Steve Glotzer and Friends (with former members of Soul Sacrifice, A Tribute to Santana) perform covers, along with some other funky blues tunes; 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nissi’s, 1455 Coal Creek Drive, Unit T., Lafayette; Free; nissis.com.
Vista Kicks at Fox — Fresh off a new EP, California rock ‘n’ roll band Vista Kicks will bring the tunes, inspired by soul, jazz and folk influences, to the Fox. They have supported The Kooks, Bad Suns, Milky Chance and opened for Rolling Stones; 8 p.m. Thursday, The Fox Theatre, 1135 13th St., Boulder; $15-$18; z2ent.com.
Sun Jr. at Velvet Elk — Boulder’s psychedelic western-folk and rock ‘n’ roll group Sun Jr. take the lounge stage; 8 p.m. Thursday, Velvet Elk Lounge, 2037 13th Street, Boulder; $10 – $14; $5; velvetelklounge.com. | 2022-09-01T16:59:16Z | www.dailycamera.com | Former Boulderite, Disco Lines, performs at Boulder Theater after blowing up on TikTok and other area events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/01/former-boulderite-disco-lines-performs-at-boulder-theater-after-viral-tiktok-and-other-area-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/01/former-boulderite-disco-lines-performs-at-boulder-theater-after-viral-tiktok-and-other-area-events-for-today/ |
Ravin’ Wolf at the farmers market and other…
Lydia Marsh puts out cucumbers at the Rocky Mountain Fresh stand in April at the Longmont Farmers Market at the Boulder County Fairgrounds. (Cliff Grassmick/Staff Photographer)
Ravin’Wolf at Boulder Farmer’s Market: Jam to some acoustic folk-rock blues at the Boulder County Farmer’s Market’s food court stage after snagging some fresh produce and local food from the market; 10 a.m. Saturday, Boulder County Farmer’s Market, on 13th Street, between Canyon and Arapahoe, Boulder; Free; bcfm.org.
Smoke and Mirrors: Catch some mesmerizing acrobatics, aerial arts, juggling and dance in a theater that feels like you are a part of the action; 4 p.m. Saturday, Gordon Gamm Theater, 2590 Walnut St., Boulder; $25-$35; thedairy.org.
Laurie and Lorrie at BoCo Cider: Laurie Dameron and Lorrie Baum, who have performed to sold-out crowds across the world and have taught music in Colorado, will perform their brand of folk, pop, rock, country, blues and jazz at the cidery; 6 p.m. Saturday, BoCo Cider, 1501 Lee Hill Drive, Unit #14, Boulder; Free; bococider.com.
Louisville Art Association National Fine Art Show: The opening reception and awards ceremony for the Louisville Art Association’s 37th annual fine art show will be held Saturday. On display through Sept. 11, all pieces are available for purchase; 6 p.m. Saturday, Louisville Center for the Arts, 801 Grant Ave., Louisville; free; louisvilleartassociation.org.
Taylor Swift vs. Olivia Rodrigo Dance Party: Dance your face off to the songs of Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo as DJ Rockstar Aaron plays all the hits. (Note, the artists will not be performing.); 9:00 p.m. Saturday, The Fox Theatre, 1135 13th St, Boulder; $15-$18; z2ent.com. | 2022-09-03T07:12:54Z | www.dailycamera.com | Ravin’ Wolf at the farmers market and other Boulder events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/03/ravin-wolf-at-the-farmers-market-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/03/ravin-wolf-at-the-farmers-market-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ |
Larimer-Thornton water dispute still unresolved…
Thornton is again considering its options after being dealt another setback in its lengthy efforts to build a pipeline that would carry water it owns through Larimer County for delivery to the growing northern Denver suburb.
The Colorado Court of Appeals on Thursday upheld a Feb. 11, 2019, decision by the Board of Larimer County Commissioners to deny Thornton’s application for the initial 27-mile, 48-inch-diameter Larimer segment of a 72-mile pipeline that would carry water from farmland it owns northwest of Fort Collins eastward into Weld County, then south through Weld and Adams counties to Thornton.
In a statement issued to BizWest Friday afternoon, county commissioners said that “Larimer County has received the order and will review it closely. Because this involves a pending project by Thornton, the board understands that it will likely be called on again to make a decision on a permit for the project and is committed to an open and fair process.”
The most contentious item was the commission’s requirement that Thornton consider alternative routes, including one that would leave the water in the Cache la Poudre River as it flowed through Fort Collins, then have it taken out at a point east and south of the city.
That was the preferred alternative for Fort Collins, which wanted to protect the health and steady flow of the Poudre through the city, as well as rural property owners concerned about the massive excavation that the pipeline would require. Conservation groups also sided with Fort Collins and Larimer County, fearing that Thornton’s extraction of water upstream from Fort Collins would leave the Poudre at no more than a trickle as it flowed through the city.
Thornton has insisted that letting water flow through Fort Collins would degrade its quality. Todd Barnes, a Thornton spokesman, told BizWest Friday that the Fort Collins option was “just not an option, and the courts have backed that up.” | 2022-09-03T14:53:35Z | www.dailycamera.com | Larimer-Thornton water dispute still unresolved after appeals court ruling | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/03/larimer-thornton-water-dispute-still-unresolved-after-appeals-court-ruling/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/03/larimer-thornton-water-dispute-still-unresolved-after-appeals-court-ruling/ |
Boulder Comedy Show and other area events for…
Brent Gill laughs at an unexpected response from an audience member while performing at the Boulder Comedy Show in 2018.
CU Women’s Volleyball Game: Support the Buffs at the CU Events Center as they take on the Iowa Hawkeyes. The Buffs are roaring off to a great start, so go make some noise for the team; 1:30 p.m. Sunday, CU Events Center, Regent Drive and Folsom Street, Boulder; buffzone.com.
Go Club In-Person: Learn to play the ancient and mysterious board game that was developed 4,000 years ago in China. Learn fast and keep playing to become a master. Go boards are provided and take-home sets made of cardboard are available for free. Ages 5 and up; 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder; calendar.boulderlibrary.org/event/9238370.
Serpentine at BoCo Cider: Northern Colorado folk and psychedelic rock-inspired band Serpentine brings Kathleen Jones on guitar and vocals, David Kimmel on bass and Martin Poole on drums for a weekend show; 4 p.m. Sunday, BOCO Cider, 1501 Lee Hill Drive, Unit #14, Boulder; Free; bococider.com.
Laurie & Lorrie Duo at Gold Hill Inn: Enjoy a six-course dinner or just relax in the beautiful backyard of the historic Gold Hill Inn. Laurie & Lorrie cover just about every genre and will perform at 5 p.m. Sunday, Gold Hill Inn, 401 Main St., Boulder; Free; lauriedameron.com.
Sans Souci Dance Film Festival Final Night: Head to Museum of Boulder for the final night of the dance film festival that features screenings, live performances, a VR installation and more; 6:45 p.m. Sunday, Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway, Boulder; $30; sanssoucifestival.org.
Cole Scheifele at the Fox: Denver folk singer-songwriter Cole Scheifele, who was a finalist at the Rocky Mountain Folk Festival’s Songwriting Competition, takes the stage after Sound of Honey and Direville play sets; 9 p.m. Sunday, The Fox Theatre, 1135 13th St., Boulder; $15-$18; z2ent.com. | 2022-09-04T17:18:06Z | www.dailycamera.com | Boulder Comedy Show and other area events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/04/boulder-comedy-show-and-other-area-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/04/boulder-comedy-show-and-other-area-events-for-today/ |
Boulder police execute search warrant on Pearl…
A large police presence is visible on Pearl Parkway as Boulder police execute a search warrant Tuesday morning.
There is no threat to public safety, according to a tweet from the Boulder Police Department.
If you’re seeing a large police presence in the 3100 block of Pearl Parkway right now we just executed a search warrant. More information to come out later today. There is no threat to public safety #boulder pic.twitter.com/xfPxtnv6F7
Police executed a warrant about 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday in the 3100 block of Pearl Parkway.
No further information was readily available Tuesday morning. | 2022-09-06T17:15:49Z | www.dailycamera.com | Boulder police execute search warrant on Pearl Parkway | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/06/boulder-police-execute-search-warrant-on-pearl-parkway/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/06/boulder-police-execute-search-warrant-on-pearl-parkway/ |
The Sharkive opens at CU Art Museum and other…
The Sharkive vault, pictured at the CU Art Museum. CU Boulder acquired the collection as part of a $1.35 million purchase in 2018. The collection includes work from more that 40 years of collaborations between world-renowned artists and Shark’s Ink, the Lyons studio of Bud and Barbara Shark. (CU Art Museum / Courtesy photo)
Onward and Upward: Shark’s Ink exhibit at CU: This exhibition celebrates the “Sharkive,” a collection that CU acquired from Shark’s Ink, a print publisher and lithography studio directed by Bud Shark in Lyons. It includes editioned prints, production materials (drawings, mylars and proofs), shop correspondence and records. The exhibit is up through July 2023; 10 a.m. Tuesday, CU Art Museum, 1085 18th St., Boulder; Free; colorado.edu/cuartmuseum.
Lyons Redstone Museum: Before the history museum closes seasonally at the end of September, take a look at the collection of the area history that’s captured in exhibits, black-and-white photographs, archives records and more; 9:30 a.m., Lyons Redstone Museum, 340 High St., Lyons; free; lyonsredstonemuseum.com.
Tinker Time — Art & Play: Young tinkerers (children ages 18 months-5 years old and their caregiver) can participate in open-ended art exploration and sensory tables throughout the studio. Make art, get a little messy, enjoy sensory and play-based explorations, and have fun with friends at Tinker; 9:45 and 10:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Tinker Art Studio, 693B S. Broadway, Boulder; $14-$18; tinkerartstudio.com.
From the Corporate World to the Brewery: Davin Helden co-founded Lafayette’s Liquid Mechanics Brewing Co. with friends from the biotech/pharmaceutical professions when they grew tired of the corporate world. Helden, who has a master’s from CU Boulder’s Leeds School of Business, will talk at this Startups & Sandwiches event that provides lunch from a local sandwich shop. But seats are limited (and open to any student on campus), so RSVP early; 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, University of Colorado Boulder, Regent Drive at Broadway, Boulder; calendar.colorado.edu/event/startups_sandwiches_5402.
Quiet Writing: This event, hosted by Lighthouse Writers Workshop, welcomes all writers. The first and last 15 minutes are reserved for chatting, but after that, the community writes quietly, together; 1 p.m. Tuesday, Louisville Public Library, 951 Spruce St., Louisville; free; meetup.com/lighthouse-writers-north. | 2022-09-06T17:16:02Z | www.dailycamera.com | The Sharkive opens at CU Art Museum and other area events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/06/the-sharkive-opens-at-cu-art-museum-and-other-area-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/06/the-sharkive-opens-at-cu-art-museum-and-other-area-events-for-today/ |
Boulder Public Art Program sends out call for…
Boulder Public Art Program sends out call for artists
Boulder’s Office of Arts and Culture is inviting artists to apply for opportunities this fall to participate in its Public Art Program.
Colorado-based artists are invited to apply to create art for the Valmont Park rain garden. A total project budget of $18,750 is available. The deadline to apply is Sept. 19.
Experiments in Public Art is open for applications through Sept. 25. This year’s program partners with FARM TO SPACESHIP, a local arts accelerator program, to focus on COVID rebound and community connection. A cohort of roughly 20 participants will be selected. Candidates must live or work in Boulder. A total of up to $50,000 is available.
Artists living in the Front Range corridor of Colorado and Wyoming are invited to submit qualifications for the Mural Artist Roster. This roster serves as a resource to identify artists most suitable for new artwork commissions across the city, including the Creative Neighborhoods Mural Program. The deadline is Oct. 15.
For more information, go to boulderarts.org/public-art/updates-opportunities/.
The city also is seeking public art selection panel participants. Email publicart@bouldercolorado.gov with questions or a one-page letter of interest and resume to apply. | 2022-09-06T21:30:27Z | www.dailycamera.com | Boulder Public Art Program sends out call for artists | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/06/boulder-public-art-program-sends-out-call-for-artists/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/06/boulder-public-art-program-sends-out-call-for-artists/ |
The idea for the drive came to me during a recent weekend while I was taking care of some late Sunday obligations in downtown Estes Park. I had been in town for over a month and had just purchased an annual pass for Rocky Mountain National Park, so I figured there couldn’t be a more fitting first use for it than catching a weekend’s capping sundown before dusk. | 2022-09-07T01:42:01Z | www.dailycamera.com | Best overlook in Rocky Mountain National Park is Forest Canyon | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/03/trail-ridge-summit-drive-rocky-mountain-national-park/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/03/trail-ridge-summit-drive-rocky-mountain-national-park/ |
Velvet Elk’s open mic with host Hunter Stone…
Hunter Stone poses for a photo in St. Elmo in Colorado in 2020. Stone hosts an open mic at Velvet Elk Lounge Wednesday. (Jaclyn Kirk/ Courtesy photo)
Open Stage at Velvet Elk: Bring your axe to this open mic in Boulder’s newest lounge that’s hosted by folk-blues singer-songwriter Hunter Stone, who delivers his own songs steeped into the folk storytelling tradition. Sign up for a slot at 7 p.m. and music starts at 7:30 p.m.; 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Velvet Elk Lounge, 2037 13th St., Boulder; velvetelklounge.com.
Running and Returning Book Signing: Former University of Colorado Boulder faculty member Vicki Ash Hunter was pregnant when she got into a bad car accident, suffering a brain injury among many other broken bones and injuries. Hunter will discuss and sign her book “Running and Returning: Seeking Balance in an Imperfect World,” a tale of human experience and a love for running; 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Boulder Bookstore, 1107 Pearl St., Boulder; $5; boulderbookstore.net.
100 Years of Boulder Community Health: The latest exhibit at Museum of Boulder marks Boulder Community Health’s 100th anniversary. Celebrating the contributions BCH has made to the community, the exhibit highlights the organization’s history, partnerships and innovations. Explore medical procedures in the 1920s all the way up to the 2020 pandemic response. The exhibit is up through Sept. 19; open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday, Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway, Boulder; $8-$10; museumofboulder.org.
Sand Volleyball: Join this grassroots team hosted by volleyball enthusiasts for some drop-in sand volleyball that features a variety of viable formats that allow for active, quality play that’s all for fun and exercise. There are no skill requirements; 10 a.m. Wednesday, East Rec Center Sand Volleyball Courts, 5660 Sioux Drive, Boulder; Free; 303-210-5907.
Sprout Parent and Tot Time: This weekly class for a caregivers and children ages 3-6 years old is held in the Children’s Peace Garden. Patrons can enjoy time on the farm connecting with nature through stories, crafts, movement and games. As a group, we will build relationships with each other and the garden critters. The class starts today and runs every Wednesday in September; 1:30-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Growing Gardens, 1630 Hawthorn Ave., Boulder; $100; growinggardens.org.
Evening Hike to Woods Quarry: Unwind after a busy work day with a fun hike. There will be a naturalist guide leading the way to the historic sandstone quarries in Boulder’s open space. Find out about this unique place, the interesting plants and animals of the area as well as the history and geology surrounding the quarry. The hike is approximately 3 miles round-trip with a 700 foot elevation gain. Wear sturdy shoes, bring rain gear and a snack; 5:30 p.m. Wednesday; $30; Chautauqua, 900 Baseline Road, Boulder; bit.ly/3D3gJfS.
Photography of Norman Koren at Messinger Gallery: Boulder photographer Norman Koren captures complex abstract designs found in the natural environment as well as the hidden life in intricate, often overlooked details of nature. The exhibit kicks off today; 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Messinger Gallery at the Boulder JCC, 6007 Oreg Ave., Boulder; Free; boulderjcc.org. | 2022-09-07T13:41:42Z | www.dailycamera.com | Velvet Elk’s open mic with host Hunter Stone and other Boulder events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/07/velvet-elks-open-mic-with-host-hunter-stone-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/07/velvet-elks-open-mic-with-host-hunter-stone-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ |
Requiem for a record shop: Locals bid adieu to…
Comedians team up for weekend benefit show for owner who closed up shop after 35 years
“And if you ever get lonely, just go to the record store and visit your friends,” Penny Lane, “Almost Famous.”
From left, comedian Nancy Norton, Glenn Webb, Dairy Arts Center’s director of programs, and comedian John Novosad hang outside of Albums on the Hill in August 2022. Friday, “I Know Andrew Schneidkraut Personally” – a comedy fundraiser will take place at Dairy Arts Center at 7:30 p.m.
Independent record shops are perhaps one of the last revered gathering places of our time, built on the mutual adoration and thirst for music. In the face of streaming and algorithms that feed the listener more servings of the same, the purveyors of vinyl offer a refreshing human touch through thoughtful recommendations that simply cannot be generated by a bot.
This past Labor Day weekend, Albums on the Hill — a Boulder institution for 35 years — closed its doors for good. But not before welcoming a slew of devoted shoppers who were quick to reminisce about the joy the iconic music store has provided and the role owner Andy Schneidkraut has played in their lives.
In the spring, Schneidkraut received a kidney transplant and then experienced complications that required open heart surgery. The decision to shutter the shop is one based on health, Schneidkraut has maintained, as he has a long road of recovery ahead.
Comedians John Novosad and Nancy Norton have teamed up to throw a fundraising event to help him with medical costs and other expenses.
Folks may have spotted T-shirts with the phrase “I know Andy Schneidkraut Personally” around town. The apparel is also being sold to generate funds to help the Brooklyn-born lover of all things music.
As of Wednesday afternoon, close to $8,000 had been raised from the online sales of shirts.
Keeping with the theme, “I Know Andrew Schneidkraut Personally” — a comedy fundraiser will take place at Dairy Arts Center on Friday at 7:30 p.m.
John Novosad performs at the Boulder Comedy Show at the Rayback Collective. (Nick Holmby/Courtesy photo)
“I met Andy 10 or 15 years ago because I’m a Bob Dylan fan, and I would go to Albums on the Hill when there was a new Dylan album,” Novosad said. “Andy was a fan of stand-up and even produced a show at Albums Bistro, a few doors down from Albums.”
It wasn’t unlikely for Novosad to spend hours chatting with Schneidkraut about all things comedy, music and movies.
Now, Novosad wants to give back to a man that provided him so much in terms of friendship and career building.
Tickets are $28.25 for Friday’s comedy show.
“All proceeds go to help Andy,” Novosad said. “I don’t have a dollar amount in mind, just hoping for a good turnout.”
The idea for the benefit comedy show was hatched by Norton, who champions Schneidkraut for being a staunch supporter of rising talent and helping spread the word about her standup.
“In the past few years, I connected with Andy at the High Plains Comedy Festival in Denver and have appreciated his support of my comedy in the form of Facebook mentions and shares about tour dates and telling friends in various cities to come to my shows,” Norton said. “That feels super supportive and validating. That’s why I want to reciprocate and support him now.”
Denver-based comedian Nancy Norton. (Nancy Norton/Courtesy photo)
Throughout his long run at one of Boulder’s most loved shops touting vinyl, concert DVDs, band apparel and even the occasional bong, Schneidkraut cheered on up-and-coming musicians, performers and artists of all varieties.
“Andy not only created a space that was a creative hub, distributing recordings, but also goes out of his way to support all types of creatives — musicians, spoken-word poets and comedians which has a major ripple effect in the creative community,” Norton said.
Norton was the first woman to ever win the Boston Comedy Fest in September 2018 and was crowned the 2019 Champion of the Seattle International Comedy Competition.
“Since the pandemic, I’ve been thinking of rebranding myself as a ‘tromedian,’” Norton said. “I made it up. I do ‘tromedy’ — trauma-informed comedy. It seems more folks are gaining self-awareness these days about their traumas. I’ve been doing trauma therapy for years and stepped it up with 12-step recovery work and recently added some alternative medicinal journeys. What a ride.”
For Friday, Norton and Novosad will do longer sets and will also be joined by special guests.
“My style is fast-paced, high energy, in the moment, intuitive and a bit raw — if that just sounds like someone with ADHD, you might be right,” Norton said.
Glenn Webb, a friend of Schneidkraut and director of programs at the Dairy Arts Center, has donated the performance space for Friday’s comedy show.
“Andy started coming to movies at the Boedecker Theater, which I managed,” Webb said. “When we needed about $30k to upgrade our projection system in order to keep operating, he was an indispensable help in our movie trivia night fundraiser at the Dairy, at which we raised the entire amount needed for the new system.”
In addition to helping the arthouse cinema thrive, Schneidkraut offered input about the selection of films that has been shown over the years.
“Andy also has several times volunteered to host talkback conversations about movies, primarily about music, because he has a formidable breadth and depth of knowledge about so many different musicians,” Webb said.
It was at the Boedecker that “Old Man” a documentary about Schneidkraut — made by his son Dan Schneidkraut — was screened.
For Webb, like for so many, Albums on the Hill was a poster-clad place where one could peruse the packed racks for a rare LP and receive sage advice from Schneidkraut, who is every bit as knowledgeable as he is approachable and engaging.
Andy Schneidkraut, right, is in a celebratory mood after purchasing Albums on the Hill in 1987. (Courtesy photo)
Albums on the Hill has been frequented by members of Leftover Salmon, Elephant Revival and even the godfather of funk, George Clinton. Ben Harper is among the musicians who played pop-up gigs outside of the cherished record store.
“There are some cultural institutions in a community that, although in the for-profit sector, exhibit mission-driven qualities that one would expect in a nonprofit,” Webb said. “Such has been his record store, and that is due to his orientation towards society in general. That’s why it is an honor to host the comedy fundraiser at the Dairy.”
For Adam Perry — writer, former drummer of Gasoline Lollipops and current member of Harvest Moon, a Neil Young/Bob Dylan tribute band — the basement shop that resided on 13th Street for over 30 years was so much more than a place to score a used record.
“I first met Andy over a decade ago when I was in the first version of the Yawpers and social media was just beginning to be a way to promote bands,” Perry said. “So creating vital friendships at record shops and doing in-store performances felt essential.”
Members of Rolling Harvest, from left, Cole Sexton, Gabe Cwern, Alexandra Schwan, Hunter Stone, Jason Bertone, Scott Coulter, Adam Perry and Madalyn McCoy. (John Spalvins/Courtesy photo)
From their first initial meeting, Perry felt a kinship.
“Andy has felt like family through every step of my time in the Boulder music scene, from giving me honest feedback on my articles about music to selling records I’ve played on — and even my poetry — and just chatting endlessly about music and thus crafting my taste and knowledge,” Perry said. “He’s also made an unforgettable impact on my child, who spent their first visit to Albums in diapers and their last visit shopping for Kate Bush vinyl.”
Perry made it down for Albums On the Hill’s closing sale to purchase a book about music, lay a hug on Schneidkraut and snap a photo with him and Doug Gaddy, owner of Longmont’s Absolute Vinyl.
“It felt wonderful to connect with Andy again, and with Albums On the Hill closing, it felt like attending a funeral for someone who’s dying,” Perry said. “Albums died an endangered species — a dusty, cluttered heaven where the notion that its proprietor is in sales is either totally untrue or totally lost on customers, because the main reason you walk in is to talk about music and make lifelong friendships.”
Lindsay Gildersleeve, left, and Olivia Colender talk as they look over vinyl records in Albums on the Hill on 13th Street on University Hill in Boulder in 2018. (Daily Camera File Photo)
Schneidkraut is hopeful that whoever takes over the space will keep it open as a record store and honor its legacy. For now, there is no concrete plans for what the beloved space will become.
Its closure marks the end of an era built on song, camaraderie, artistic partnership and the unadulterated love of rock ‘n’ roll.
“For me, it means I’m going to have to try harder to see Andy than just visiting his shop,” Perry said. “For Boulder, it means one of the very last authentic, weird, independent businesses is gone and authentic, weird kids who arrive at CU will not have their lives changed by wandering into Albums and meeting Andy.”
While the outpouring of support was immense at last weekend’s “The Last Hurrah!” sale, the mood was also bittersweet.
“My kid, who has spent over a decade pulling on my shirt in an effort to get Andy and I to finish our conversations about music and life, put it this way, ‘It’s good, but it’s also depressing,’” Perry said.
Danny Shafer, a musician, singer-songwriter, former member of The Unknown Americans and leader of Boulder’s longest-running open mic, moved to Boulder in 1990 from Chicago.
Danny Shafer performs at musician Adam Perry’s birthday show in Jamestown in August 2020. (George L. Blosser/Courtesy photo)
“It’s impossible to remember meeting Andy,” Shafer said. “Andy was always there, responding to questions, watching and letting so many grow up widening our musical tastes. Many of us had our first albums sold at Albums on the Hill. It was also a place where a band could stop and put a poster up for the next show at a place where it would be seen and not covered up.”
Shafer, along with his dog Zevon, visited Albums on the Hill last Sunday for some final purchases.
“I took home Townes Van Zandt’s first record,” Shafer said. “A Hoyt Axton record, cause you never know. Also brought home a random Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes record. There is something about Southside Johnny’s records that gets me.”
Part of Albums on the Hill’s charm could be found in its organized chaos — narrow aisles packed to the brim with vinyl, CDs, cassettes and walls that bore a ton of band posters and album covers.
It was truly a place for fans of all genres, offering everything from ‘70s Elton John and Bee Gees albums to music by Dr. Dre, Iggy Pop, Elliott Smith, The Lumineers and so many more.
“With the shop closing, I am carrying the memories of snowy days when there was nothing to do but go record shopping and talk to Andy,” Shafer said. “I will remember times between sound checks and showtimes when Albums on the Hill was the stop. Andy taught us all a whole lot about many things including music. Andy showed me an example of showing up every day.” | 2022-09-08T01:20:46Z | www.dailycamera.com | Requiem for a record shop: Locals bid adieu to Hill haven, Andy Schneidkraut’s record shop – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/07/requiem-for-a-record-shop-locals-bid-adieu-to-andy-schneidkrauts-albums-on-the-hill-haven/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/07/requiem-for-a-record-shop-locals-bid-adieu-to-andy-schneidkrauts-albums-on-the-hill-haven/ |
‘I Know Andrew Schneidkraut Personally,’ a…
‘I Know Andrew Schneidkraut Personally,’ a comedy fundraiser: Andrew Schneidkraut, the longtime proprietor of Albums on the Hill, has contributed much the cultural well-being of Boulder, as well as supplying a universe of elevation and inspiration from the immense volume of great recorded music channeled into the lives and homes of so many of us from his recently shuttered shop, Albums on the Hill. Nancy Norton and John Novosad will perform stand-up comedy. Read the full story in Friday Mag; 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St., Boulder; $25; thedairy.org.
Something Underground at Nissi’s: Longtime Colorado band will play originals and a few tasteful covers during their concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Nissi’s, 1455 Coal Creek Drive, Lafayette; $15-$30; nissis.com.
Art Night Out: There will be more than 50 fine art and craft vendors, from painters, sculptors and other fine artists who will share the street with crafters, folk artists, live art demonstrations, costumed performers and more. Thee will be food trucks, beer and wine available and live music; 5 p.m. Friday, Public Road between Cannon and Emma streets, 401 S. Public Road, Lafayette; Free; 720-295-0085, firsthand.us.
Hill Block Party: This block party will have free food from The Sink, live entertainment from local band Mr. Mota, games, crafts and more; 5:30 p.m. Friday, University of Colorado Boulder, Regent Drive at Broadway, Boulder; calendar.colorado.edu/event/hill_block_party.
Megan Burtt live at new ‘Mapleton Digs’ spot: Local musician Megan Burtt will perform at an intimate show with her band. This will be a kick-off event at the new outdoor location “Mapleton Digs.” Bring blankets to sit on, low backed chairs and food and drink; 5:30 p.m. Friday, Stone Cottage Studios “Mapleton Digs,” 1931 Mapleton Ave., Boulder; $30; stonecottagestudios.com.
Louisville Art Association Show: The 37th annual National Fine Arts Show and Sale brought a juried group of fine artists to town, and their works will be for sale through Sept. 11; Louisville Center for the Arts, 801 Grant Ave., Louisville; louisvilleartassociation.org. | 2022-09-09T15:09:51Z | www.dailycamera.com | ‘I Know Andrew Schneidkraut Personally,’ a comedy fundraiser and other Boulder events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/09/i-know-andrew-schneidkraut-personally-a-comedy-fundraiser-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/09/i-know-andrew-schneidkraut-personally-a-comedy-fundraiser-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ |
The Middle Fork of the St. Vrain River and a…
John Gierach has fished the St. Vrain River for all of his adult life. (Ed Engle/Courtesy photo)
By Ed Engle |
John Gierach is a patient man. He was all geared up and ready to fish. Meanwhile, my stuff was scattered all over the tailgate of his truck, which we’d parked along the Middle Fork of the St. Vrain River.
This is an ideal time of year to fish the St. Vrain River. (Ed Engle/Courtesy photo)
This season I’d taken it upon myself to simplify my fly fishing, which translates roughly to reducing the amount of junk I carry on the stream for a day of fishing. This was the first trip where I’d put these ideas into practice. I would carry one fly box, some spare tippet material (4X and 5X for a small streams), nippers, fly floatant and a few other essential do-dads.
I wasn’t going to use a fishing vest or hip pack to carry the stuff. I wanted it to fit in the pockets of my shirt. If there was any overflow, I had room in my cargo pants that would be accessible since I was wearing hip waders.
The holdup was that I was having trouble figuring out the best pockets to put the stuff in. I wanted things like fly floatant and the fly box to be readily available, but if I jammed too much stuff into the most easily accessed pockets, I wouldn’t be able to quickly get hold of what I wanted. During the process, I’d lost track of my nippers, which were attached to a retractor that I could pin to my shirt for easy access.
The nippers were still missing after I’d sorted everything else out, so I rummaged through my stuff for a spare pair and stuck them in my pocket. It may sound like I’d just dreamed all this simplified fly fishing stuff up, but that’s not true. A number of years ago I’d had a similar system that I remembered worked pretty well for small streams. It seemed like I was doing a lot more fiddling around to get it that way this time.
A perfect Middle Fork Brown Trout. (Ed Engle/Courtesy photo)
I eventually called out to John that I was sorry for the delay. “No problem, take all the time you want,” he responded. He was quietly watching the river.
I could have excused my fussing around by thinking that John has fished the St. Vrain for all of his adult life and could gear up in his sleep for a day’s fishing, but there’s more to it than that. He fishes the entire St. Vrain River drainage better than anyone I know. I’m just a visitor who shows up now and then and asks whether he’ll go fishing with me and he always comes up with a good spot.
This was one of those clear, sharp Colorado mornings that you get toward the end of August and into September. The water was running at what I figured was an average volume for this time of year, although on the ride up to the river, John said it’s hard to characterize what normal is after the floods, toxic spills and years of drought.
We were looking at water structured with shallow riffles, deeper pools and slicks behind instream rocks. John said this is brown trout habitat and they often like to hold in the slower moving water, but not to neglect fishing the riffles. I rigged up with a size #14 Elk Hair Caddis with a green Flash Midge for a trailer.
The water alongside the large rock is sure to hold a trout. (Ed Engle/Courtesy photo)
I’d been fishing the tailwaters a lot recently, and it took me a while to get used to the confines of a small stream. There’s plenty of vegetation along the banks just waiting to snag your fly if you don’t pay attention. I also had to shorten the distance between my dry fly and dropper because the dropper was snagging bottom too often. John’s rod was already bent into his first fish when I glanced upstream between minor catastrophes. By the time I did get into a fishing rhythm and began working my way upstream to him he was sitting on a rock near a section of water that featured some deeper holes, slicks and well-defined seams separating faster moving from slower moving water. The kind of places where you expect to find trout.
I sat down and we exchanged fishing reports. John had brought a trout to hand and missed a couple of strikes. I thought I’d seen a trout flash near my dropper fly but I wasn’t sure.
When we finished with the pleasantries, John pointed his fly rod at a sweet looking seam and said, “You take it”. That’s his way of putting me on the best water. He then leap-frogged upstream making sure to leave some unfished water between us before he started fishing.
I hooked up a chunky eight-inch brown trout on my second cast. It took the Flash Midge. When I eventually worked my way upstream to John, he was playing a nice trout. We both commented on how clean and perfect the trout we’d caught were. Both of us also noted that we weren’t seeing any insects in the air and wondered why. Any kind of insect hatch on a small stream like the St. Vrain always seems to energize the trout to the point that they’ll take almost any fly you drift over them.
We continued clattering upstream (I say “clattering” because we both use wading staffs these days) and leap frogging each other to unfished water. By the time we called it a day, I’d caught another fish and missed a few strikes. John, as usual, did better.
It wasn’t the kind of day where you catch one fish after another. John tried to apologize for the lack of trout, but I cut him off. We’d both caught and released a few perfect brown trout; the sun was shining and there was no wildfire smoke in the air. That’s a good day of fishing.
Visit EdEngleFlyFishing.com to see Ed Engle’s blog, “The Lone Angler Journal.”
Ed Engle | 2022-09-09T15:10:03Z | www.dailycamera.com | The Middle Fork of the St. Vrain River and a few perfect trout | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/09/the-middle-fork-of-the-st-vrain-river-and-a-few-perfect-trout/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/09/the-middle-fork-of-the-st-vrain-river-and-a-few-perfect-trout/ |
Boulder’s Independent Police Monitor Joey Lipari is leaving his role with the city later this month.
Lipari, who has been with the city since July 2020, is Boulder’s first independent police monitor and helped the city’s new Police Oversight Panel find its footing. The independent monitor and Police Oversight Panel are tasked with oversight of the Boulder Police Department.
“I am proud of all that Joey has accomplished here. Through his leadership we have built a system for independent oversight and contributed to improvements in police policy and operations while also continuing to ensure the community receives efficient and lawful police services,” City Manager Nuria Rivera-Vandermyde stated in the release.
According to earlier Camera reporting, the city’s overhaul of its local police oversight system began in 2019 after a confrontation between a now-former Boulder office and Zayd Atkinson, a Black Naropa University student who was picking up trash outside his student housing. The officer, John Smyly, repeatedly asked Atkinson for proof of his residency at the building, and pulled his stun gun and handgun once Atkinson refused and continued to pick up rubbish with a metal tool. The incident, captured on widely circulated video, made local and national headlines for weeks.
As it works to hire a new independent police monitor, Boulder will use the OIR Group, an independent California-based police oversight and review firm, to handle the monitor’s day-to-day duties and support the operations of the Police Oversight Panel, the city noted. | 2022-09-10T00:02:29Z | www.dailycamera.com | Boulder independent police monitor leaving | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/09/boulder-independent-police-monitor-leaving/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/09/boulder-independent-police-monitor-leaving/ |
Cycling events roll through Boulder County this…
Two cycling events in Boulder County this weekend, one Saturday and the second on Sunday, will trigger several road closures. (File photo)
Two cycling events —the Harvest Moon Triathlon and the Buffalo Bicycle Classic — will take place in Boulder County this weekend and lead to road closures on Saturday and Sunday.
The Harvest Moon Triathlon begins at 7:30 a.m. Saturday with the first cyclists departing Boulder Reservoir and entering the roadway at approximately 7:50 a.m., according to a Boulder County news release.
All cyclists will be off the road by 2 p.m. and a sweep vehicle will follow the last cyclists and alert police along the way so that traffic can return to normal as soon as possible, the release said.
Westbound Jay Road will be closed from Colo. 119 to 51st Street from 7:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. All other roads on the bicycle course – including eastbound Jay Road from 51st Street to Colo. 119 – will remain open throughout the race.
The route for Saturday’s Harvest Moon Triathlon (Boulder County news release)
The westbound lane of Colo. 119 in Boulder Canyon will close from 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Sunday for the Buffalo Bicycle Classic, which is a scholarship fundraising bicycle ride. The eastbound lane of Boulder Canyon and all other roads used will remain open throughout the event.
The route for the Buffalo Bicycle Classic. (Boulder County new release)
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Annual CU Boulder Bike Fest to be held Thursday | 2022-09-10T00:02:41Z | www.dailycamera.com | The Harvest Moon Triathlon and the Buffalo Bicycle Classic will roll through Boulder County this weekend | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/09/cycling-events-roll-through-boulder-county-this-weekend-road-closures-in-affect/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/09/cycling-events-roll-through-boulder-county-this-weekend-road-closures-in-affect/ |
Football: Risner-Rechel connection growing but…
When quarterback Bekkem Kritza transferred out to California over the summer, it left a hole in coach Tom McCartney’s pass-until-you-drop attack. Even further, it broke up the connection between Kritza and favorite receiver Jordan Rechel that probably would’ve only grown in the coming years after their grand freshman entrance.
But like many who find good even after loss, the Rowan Risner-Rechel duo is helping the Knights stay in the present.
Though it came in a 38-15 loss to CHSAA Class 5A No. 4 ranked Valor Christian, the junior first-year starter and Rechel continued to look like a seasoned fixture Friday night at Recht Field, combining for 114 yards and a score.
“It’s a tough loss but our connection has definitely gotten better,” Rechel said. “We’re just working every day to get better and hopefully win a state championship.”
As rain fell and temperatures dropped nearly 50 degrees from the day before, the Knights recouped after a slow start with a long Risner-Rechel TD connection, followed by a rushing score from Rechel that got the Knights (2-1) within 14-12 early in the third quarter.
It got lively for the home fans, then it just got cold.
Fairview’s Max Griffith (No. 58) brings down Valor Christian’s Jakob Isernhagen (No. 32) on Friday. (Matthew Jonas/Staff Photographer)
The Eagles’ run game took over from there, ending their first three second-half drives with rushing TDs to pull away.
“I’m very proud of our guys,” McCartney said. “They executed the plan and gave us opportunities to be in the game and that’s all you can ask for as a coach. We had big goals tonight and may have fallen a little bit short.”
Down 14-0 late in the first half, Risner looked Rechel’s way as he streaked down the field — a setup similar to the one that led to an interception earlier. This time, Rechel got a step on his corner and Risner dropped the pass into his stretched arms three yards deep into the end zone, cutting the lead to 14-6.
The two’s connection has now totaled 23 receptions, 335 yards and three scores in three games.
“I’m proud of both those guys,” McCartney said. “They spend a lot of time with each other, in the subtle moments of ‘Hey, here’s what you can expect here. Here’s what you can expect here.’ We’re just going to keep working it.”
Fairview recovered an onside kick out of the half before Rechel dazzled with a 20-yard rushing score, where powered through the middle of the line before breaking outside for the score.
Valor Christian (2-1) answered with a 15-play drive that included 14 runs and a 1-yard score from Trey Stott.
Roman Bradley added to the lead with a 6-yard TD early in the fourth and Jake Isernhagen put things away with second TD of the night with 7:51 remaining.
Fairview is on the road at Horizon Thursday. | 2022-09-10T19:10:03Z | www.dailycamera.com | Football: Risner-Rechel connection growing but Fairview loses to Valor Christian – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/10/football-risner-rechel-connection-growing-but-fairview-loses-to-valor-christian/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/10/football-risner-rechel-connection-growing-but-fairview-loses-to-valor-christian/ |
In Retrospect: Boulder joined the Northern…
Water flows down a canal into the newly built Boulder Reservoir, circa 1955. (Carnegie Library for Local History / Courtesy photo)
By Carol Taylor |
Back in 1950, Boulder was on the verge of a water shortage.
At the time, the National Bureau of Standards was building a new scientific laboratory, the Esquire subscription offices had recently located in Boulder, the Denver Boulder Turnpike was under construction as was nearby Rocky Flats and several other science businesses were looking at Boulder. No doubt, Boulder was booming, and the city needed more water.
Studies on water resources and capacity in the late 1940s revealed that Boulder only had enough water for its 22,000 population in average rain years. In drought years the system wouldn’t meet the city’s needs. Boulder’s water came from mountain sources — Barker Reservoir, the Arapaho Glacier/Silver Lake Watershed as well as the Lakewood Reservoir.
Bert Johnson, a professional just in his mid-30s, was hired as city manager in 1950 and immediately became concerned about Boulder’s water situation.
When the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District was first formed in 1937, Boulder was not included. At one point, Boulder officials considered acquiring rights to divert water from the Blue River on the Western Slope, but after a while the idea was dropped, according to water history documents.
Johnson wanted Boulder in with the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District and its massive Colorado-Big Thompson Project, which diverted water from sources on the Western Slope. He made it his top priority. It was no secret that some communities in the District were not in favor of Boulder becoming a member. But Johnson, along with other city officials, began meeting with District officials regularly. After many months of discussions, Johnson persuaded District officials to allow Boulder to join.
By January 1953, a resolution was adopted by the District with terms and conditions to include Boulder in their C-BT Project whereby Boulder would pay back taxes plus 2% to 1937, a progress report stated. As part of the NCWCD agreement, Boulder would finance and build a reservoir. The District would reimburse Boulder one third the cost of building the reservoir in structured payments.
In the summer of 1953, Boulder had a bond election to raise $2 million for construction of a reservoir as stipulated by the NCWCD contract. It was a now-or-never opportunity as membership in the water district would not be offered again, election materials indicated. Voters approved.
After the bond election, Johnson was hired away to become the first city manager of Evanston, Ill. On his departure, the Camera wrote that among his many accomplishments, “perhaps the No. 1 note of leadership by Bert Johnson since he came here on July 1, 1950, was the vast undertaking of solving Boulder’s water shortage.”
Construction on the reservoir began in 1954. Steady population growth in Boulder along with a drought that began that year reiterated the need for supplemental water.
Water flowed through a series of tunnels, canals and reservoirs to Carter Lake and finally through the Boulder Feeder Canal into the new Boulder Reservoir in April 1955.
Although Bert Johnson was city manager for only three years, his foresight and persistence in getting membership in the NCWCD was instrumental in meeting Boulder’s water needs.
For more information about Boulder’s water history, read the detailed report “Boulder’s Waterworks Past & Present” by Silvia Pettem and Carol Ellinghouse at bit.ly/3eCUJyv.
Carol Taylor can be reached at carolellentaylor@gmail.com. She and Silvia Pettem alternate the “In Retrospect” history column.
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Carol Taylor writes about history for the Daily Camera. Follow Carol’s Instagram @signsofboulderhistory. Email Carol at boulderhistorylibrarian@gmail.com. | 2022-09-11T13:22:30Z | www.dailycamera.com | In Retrospect: Boulder joined the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District in 1953 | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/11/in-retrospect-boulder-joined-the-northern-colorado-water-conservancy-district-in-1953/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/11/in-retrospect-boulder-joined-the-northern-colorado-water-conservancy-district-in-1953/ |
Clinton Kane at Boulder Theater and other area…
Australian singer-songwriter Clinton Kane is touring in support of his new album, ” Maybe Someday It’ll All Be Better,” with a Boulder stop Monday. (Courtesy photo)
Clinton Kane at Boulder Theater: The Australian singer-songwriter’s latest album was inspired by losing three family members, enduring heartbreaking relationships and nights sleeping on park benches. One dollar from each ticket will benefit Reproductive Health Access Fund and Take Back The Night’s work to end sexual violence; 8 p.m. Monday, Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St.t, Boulder; $25; z2ent.com/events.
Handweavers Guild of Boulder Meeting: This month’s meeting will feature a talk with Susan Brooks, a textile artist, writer and teacher who is highly sought after for her workshops. The day meeting presentation will focus on “Art Inspired By Listening To Marginalized Women,” after Brooks has been volunteering in the women’s prison; 10 a.m. Monday, Mountain View Methodist Church, 355 Ponca Place, Boulder; Free; handweaversofboulder.org.
Afro-Cuban Jazz with Galen: This night of Afro-Cuban jazz exploration focuses on its roots (drums and timbales, claves and cajon). It also highlights prominent Latin jazz artists, such as Mario Bauza, Cachao and Machito. Featuring music by master flutist and jazz historian, Galen; 6 p.m. Monday, University of Colorado Boulder, Regent Drive at Broadway, Boulder; calendar.colorado.edu.
‘Hero of Two Worlds’ Book Signing: Political history podcaster and author Mike Duncan will speak about and sign his new book, “Hero of Two Worlds: The Marquis de Lafayette in the Age of Revolution,” at Boulder Book Store; 6:30 p.m. Monday, Boulder Bookstore, 1107 Pearl St., Boulder; $5; boulderbookstore.net. | 2022-09-12T13:36:37Z | www.dailycamera.com | Clinton Kane at Boulder Theater and other area events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/12/clinton-kane-at-boulder-theater-and-other-area-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/12/clinton-kane-at-boulder-theater-and-other-area-events-for-today/ |
Boulder looking for input on e-scooter pilot…
Boulder looking for input on e-scooter pilot program
Pooja Singh, right, and Kate Shemwell ride e-scooters at a demo hosted by Boulder, the Boulder Chamber and several e-scooter companies in 2019 in Flatiron Park. (File photo)
One year into the inception of its e-scooter pilot program, Boulder is looking for feedback from the community on its success.
The input will be used to evaluate the program and determine whether e-scooters contribute to Boulder’s mobility, equity, safety and climate goals, a city news release stated.
Boulder also will analyze usage data and feedback from the past year to make a final determination regarding the future of the program, which deployed 200 e-scooters into east Boulder.
“This program provides an option for community members to get around town without a car and helps work toward the city’s overall climate goal of decreasing greenhouse gas emissions 70% by 2030,” Transportation Senior Planner Dave “DK” Kemp stated in the release. “The last year has been an opportunity for learning and gathering data in this space, and we look forward to hearing community feedback about this initiative.”
About two months into the program, which began in August 2021, Boulder did acknowledge there were some initial safety, aesthetic and parking-related concerns.
The e-scooter pilot program questionnaire is open until Sept. 30. Fill it out online at beheardboulder.org/lime-e-scooters-evaluation. | 2022-09-12T22:25:37Z | www.dailycamera.com | Boulder looking for input on e-scooter pilot program | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/12/boulder-looking-for-input-on-e-scooter-pilot-program/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/12/boulder-looking-for-input-on-e-scooter-pilot-program/ |
CU faculty show dips into French, American…
Faculty Tuesdays, A Collaborative Variety Hour: CU Boulder instructor and pianist Suyeon Kim will be joined by her faculty friends Christina Jennings, Peter Cooper, Daniel Silver, Yoshi Ishikawa, Michael Thornton, Andrew Garland, Claude Sim and David Requiro in a varied program that will feature Francis Poulenc’s Sextet for Piano and Winds, songs by Poulenc and Jacques Ibert and Schoenfield’s Four Souvenirs and Café Music; 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Grusin Music Hall, 1020 18th St., Boulder; Free; 303-492-8008, cupresents.org.
Tinker Time — Art & Play: Young tinkerers (children ages 18 months to 5 years old and their caregiver) can participate in open-ended art exploration and sensory tables throughout the studio. Make art, get a little messy, enjoy sensory and play-based explorations, and have fun with friends at Tinker; 9:45 and 10:45 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Tinker Art Studio, 693B S. Broadway, Boulder; $14-$18; tinkerartstudio.com.
Queers and Cakes: Eat a slice of cake from a local bakery while we chat about LGBTQ+ life and culture on the CU Boulder campus; 2 p.m. Tuesday, Center for Community, 2010 Willard Loop Drive, N320, Boulder; calendar.colorado.edu.
Broken Open, Women’s Book Group: This eight-week group begins Tuesday and is led by Unity’s leader, Syntysche Groverland, who will discuss “Broken Open: How Difficult Times Can Help Us Grow,” by Elizabeth Lesser; 6 p.m. Tuesday, Unity of Boulder Spiritual Center, 2855 Folsom St., Boulder; $85, plus cost of the book; unityofboulder.com.
To Be A Man, a Men’s Book Group: This eight-week group begins Tuesday and is facilitated by Unity teacher Steve Hays, who will discuss “To Be a Man: A Guide to True Masculine Power,” by Robert Augustus Masters; 6 p.m. Tuesday, Unity of Boulder Spiritual Center, 2855 Folsom St., Boulder; $85, plus cost of the book; unityofboulder.com.
Oh He Dead at the Fox: Washington D.C.-based groovy funk-soul band Oh He Dead brings its bangers to the Fox with opening band, Denver melodic jam group Trusetto; 9 p.m. Tuesday, The Fox Theatre, 1135 13th St., Boulder; $15-$18; z2ent.com. | 2022-09-13T13:34:31Z | www.dailycamera.com | CU faculty show dips into French, American compositions and other Boulder events for today – Boulder Daily Camera | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/13/cu-faculty-tuesdays-dip-into-french-american-compositions-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/13/cu-faculty-tuesdays-dip-into-french-american-compositions-and-other-boulder-events-for-today/ |
Opinion: Priscilla Dann-Courtney: The…
By Priscilla Dann-Courtney | Daily Camera
I’ve never loved crowds, but the crowd of shoppers at Boulder’s Farmers Market brings pure pleasure.
The market has been thriving since 1987 and hosts 150 vendors. Far & Wide travel website ranks our market as sixth out of the top thirty farmers markets nationwide, well ahead of Washington D.C., New York City, Atlanta, Houston, Aspen and beyond. I have been frequenting the market for decades but long gone are the days of balancing both my children and melons on my hip. The delight however continues — carrying peaches, corn and mushrooms with the same tender caring.
Priscilla Dann-Courtney
Recently in support of local farmers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has provided a generous grant to the Boulder market supporting sales between farmers and consumers. In contrast, Big Ag might take away support for local farmers’ ability to grow safer food and humanely raise livestock. Their impending Supreme Court case would allow their jurisdiction over rules for farming and agriculture nationwide that will likely put many family farms out of business, replacing them with industrial factory farms.
Yet if we look at how to support our local farmers, there is more to it than the legal and financial ramifications. Louis Cozolino, an attachment scientist and psychology professor, states, “We are not survival of the fittest, we are survival of the nurtured.” With that in mind, nurturance on a number of levels can be equated to farming. The nutrition and delicious taste of farm-fresh fruits, vegetables and meats nurtures us on such a basic level, and in turn, sustains the soil for all our farmers. In addition, the direct and generous handoff from farm-to-table is nurturing in a warm and soulful way. Early Saturday mornings, the nurturance is abundant. Conversations abound as we stand in lines that wrap around the vendors’ small tents, hugging us in community.
When I first arrived in Boulder close to 45 years ago, I enjoyed my first job in a bakery. Doling out dream bars, cookies and fresh baked bread brought a smile to customers. Although a healthier version, we all can’t help but smile as we purchase our peaches, plums and pears. Sometimes I wonder if I was a farmer in another life.
One of the finest ingredients is the opportunity to build simple connections with the sellers as we are educated about fruit varieties and seasonal vegetables. Texting one another I learn what will arrive on their trucks of bounty each weekend as new fruits appear and others exit center stage. With each New Year, every day thereafter becomes one day closer to the glory of nectarine season, and the ability to share peach upside-down cake with vendors, friends and family. We all nurture farmers as they nurture us.
As our fruits and vegetables dance in and out from season to season, their predictability is nature’s clock with hands that provide a timeless embrace. When asked what country she felt was the poorest, Mother Theresa answered the United States, where there is a poverty of spirituality and a sense of belonging together. There is a spiritual aspect to our connection to the earth through our foods and farming. It is interesting that if we unscramble the word, “breath,” which is a spiritual anchor, we have “b earth.”
Anything that provides that unity with Mother Earth fosters our journey on the spiritual path. Native Americans teach us we are one with the land. The success of markets is often attributed to abundance, variety and buying local and organic. Yet what is rich and buried deep in the soil is that they nourish us with a sense of belonging together, which doesn’t have to be purchased or packaged, only experienced in the beauty of a crowded day at a magical market.
Priscilla Dann-Courtney may be reached through her website: priscilladanncourtney.com
Email: priscillacourtney3@gmail.com. | 2022-09-13T13:34:55Z | www.dailycamera.com | Opinion: Priscilla Dann-Courtney: The nurturance of the Boulder Farmers Market | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/13/opinion-priscilla-dann-courtney-the-nurturance-of-the-boulder-farmers-market/ | https://www.dailycamera.com/2022/09/13/opinion-priscilla-dann-courtney-the-nurturance-of-the-boulder-farmers-market/ |
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