Author: Breanna Sneeringer
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300 million-year-old rock formation tagged with graffiti in Colorado
Vandals tagged ancient rock formations with graffiti last week at the Garden of the Gods Park in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Graffiti consisting of names and tic-tac-toe was found on the Sentinel Spires formation located in the heart of the Garden of the Gods near the Charles Elliott Perkins plaque. This particular rock formation is estimated…
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The Polar Express’ train ride returning to ‘American Alps’ in Colorado
The Polar Express™ Train Ride via the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is bringing the magic back to southwest Colorado for another holiday season. The Polar Express™ Train Ride winds through the San Juan Mountains, also known as the “American Alps,” delighting riders with snow-covered scenery from Durango to Silverton. The holiday-themed train ride…
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Here’s the latest update on Colorado’s two largest wildfires
Major progress has been made in the fight against two massive and destructive wildfires that took over headlines in Colorado in October. As firefighting crews continue their hard work, containment has increased and evacuation orders have been lifted. As of November 3, the East Troublesome Fire, burning in Grand and Larimer Counties, has burned 193,804…
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You could be fined $5,000 or jailed for hiking this closed trail in Colorado
The trail used to access two of the most iconic and beautiful alpine lakes in Colorado will remain closed until at least summer due to safety hazards following the Ice Fire in San Juan County. Falling trees, rocks, and boulders weakened from the 596-acre backcountry blaze prompted the extended closure of the Ice Lakes Trail…
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Mother bear attacks Colorado homeowner in backyard
A mother black bear had to be euthanized and her cubs were taken into possession for rehabilitation after a homeowner was attacked on Thursday in the Singletree Community of Edwards, Colorado. The homeowner told wildlife officials that he was charged twice by a black bear upon going outside and retrieving his dog from his backyard…
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First look reveals damage in Rocky Mountain National Park as East Troublesome Fire rages on
Rocky Mountain National Park remains closed due to the raging East Troublesome Fire, currently reported at 188,079 acres. The blaze has caused widespread damage in some portions of the park. Flames from the East Troublesome Fire crossed into the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park earlier this week, climbing up and over the Continental…
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Wildlife officials save deer stuck in ‘dangerous fencing’ near Colorado Springs
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) officials saved a doe earlier this week that got stuck while trying to squeeze through an iron fence near Colorado Springs, prompting the department to warn residents of the state about the types of fencing they use in their yards. “These are dangerous fences,” CPW stated on Twitter Tuesday morning.…
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Soccer net-entangled deer rescued near Colorado Springs
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding residents to be mindful when decorating for Halloween this year after coming to the rescue of deer entangled in a soccer net this week. Wildlife officers tranquilized and freed a young buck tangled up in a sports net in the community of Black Forest near Colorado Springs. CPW shared…
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Stanley Hotel labeled as the creepiest place to visit in Colorado
The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park was recently listed as the creepiest place to visit in Colorado by the Thrillist. As many know, the Stanley Hotel notably served as the inspiration for the Overlook Hotel in Stephen King’s famous novel ‘The Shining.’ Today, visitors to the historic hotel in Estes Park have claimed to see ghosts of…
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These are the 10 most-stolen cars in the Denver area
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office released a list of the top 10 vehicles most likely to being stolen in the Denver Metro area. The most-stolen car in the Denver Metro Area is the Chevrolet Silverado with nearly 600 thefts so far this year. The Honda Civic, Ford F-250, and Honda Accord are also among the vehicles…