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2009
April
- Girls Soccer: Grand Junction Blanks Fruita Monument
April 30, 2009/10:14 PM
Grand Junction's girls soccer team dominated the 2nd half against the Fruita Monument Wildcats on Friday night at Mesa State Col
- UPDATE: Two Cases of Swine Flu Confirmed in Colorado
April 30, 2009/10:00 PM
The swine flu reaches the Rockies.
- Nuggets - Mavericks Schedule Set
April 30, 2009/9:41 PM
The NBA announced the schedule for the 2009 Western Conference Semifinals between the Dallas Mavericks and the Denver Nuggets.
- Results From Day One Of The RMAC Softball Tournament
April 30, 2009/7:20 PM
Results from day one of the 2009 RMAC Softball Tournament.
- Confirmed Colorado Cases Announced, Local Response Center Opened
April 30, 2009/4:28 PM
Mesa County's preparations for a local swine flu outbreak are taking form, as Colorado's first confirmed cases are announced.
- Broncos Release RB Selvin Young
April 30, 2009/3:19 PM
(AP) -- The Denver Broncos' crowded backfield has become a bit clearer with the release of third-year tailback Selvin Young.
- Know the Symptoms of Swine Flu
April 30, 2009/2:30 PM
Fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headaches, chills, and fatigue are all symptoms of the swine flu.
- Colorado’s Governor Tries to Ease Swine Flu Concerns
April 30, 2009/2:25 PM
Governor Ritter is working to ensure that all resources are used to stop swine flu from spreading in the state.
- Swine Flu Raises Caution on Campus
April 30, 2009/2:20 PM
Mesa State officials say they're prepared if an outbreak hits their campus.
- Number of Swine Flu Cases Stabilizing in Mexico
April 30, 2009/1:53 PM
Mexico's Health Secretary announces the number of swine flu cases is stablilizing.
- Colorado AAA Not Discouraging U.S. Travel
April 30, 2009/1:43 PM
The Colorado AAA and CDC is not discouraging U.S. travel.
- Broncos Hire Matt Russell As College Scouting Boss
April 30, 2009/1:39 PM
(AP) -- The Denver Broncos have hired Matt Russell as their college scouting director.
- Scammers Using Swine Flu
April 30, 2009/1:30 PM
Beware of online swine flu scams.
- Nearly 200 Acres Erupt in Flames
April 30, 2009/1:00 PM
Smoke billows into a neighborhood from a corn field fire.
- National Weather Service Issues Red Flag Warning
April 30, 2009/1:00 PM
There's a red flag warning for Mesa County.
- GJPD Televising Sexually Violent Predator Presentation
April 30, 2009/1:00 PM
A sexually violent predator is moving into the community.
- Fruita Wildcats Pull Off Daring Senior Prank
April 30, 2009/1:00 PM
A group of Wildcat Seniors pull off a daring prank.
- Coalition Takes on Unaffordable Housing in Mesa County
April 30, 2009/12:00 PM
A coalition is tackling the issue of unaffordable housing in Mesa County.
- Economic Development Conference in Grand Junction
April 30, 2009/11:58 AM
The Economic Development Conference deals with development and recovery during the recession.
- Lee’s Hot Pastrami “To Go”
April 30, 2009/4:48 AM
Advance warning... This may drip, just a little!
- Nuggets Win 1st Playoff Series Since 1994
April 29, 2009/10:16 PM
(AP) -- With a little help from the hometown kid, Carmelo Anthony is finally moving on.
- HS Baseball Playoff Pairings Announced
April 29, 2009/10:02 PM
Schedule for area local schools that will be playing in the 5A and 4A State Tournament
- UPDATE: Sink Hole Closes 1-70 Eastbound Between Rulison and Rifle
April 29, 2009/9:38 PM
A sink hole causes the closure of 1-70 Eastbound between Rulison and Rifle.
- Broncos Sign LB Nick Greisen, Waive FB Pinnock
April 29, 2009/6:50 PM
(AP) -- The Denver Broncos have signed veteran linebacker Nick Greisen and released fullback Andrew Pinnock.
- Cook Wins 1st Game Of Season
April 29, 2009/4:47 PM
(AP) -- A minor adjustment in Aaron Cook's delivery made a world of difference Wednesday for the Colorado Rockies' right-hander.
- Baker Placed On 15-Day Disabled List
April 29, 2009/4:45 PM
(AP) -- Infielder Jeff Baker has been placed on the 15-day disabled list by the Colorado Rockies because of a sprained left wris
- Local Health Officials Prepare for the Worst
April 29, 2009/4:24 PM
Grand Valley agencies prepare for the worst of swine flu.
- Meth Lab Busted in Mesa County
April 29, 2009/3:38 PM
A meth lab is discovered in a Grand Junction home.
- Five Suspected Cases of Swine Flu in Colorado
April 29, 2009/2:00 PM
State health officials are waiting for test results for five suspected swine flu cases.
- Mesa County Gearing up for Swine Flu
April 29, 2009/1:57 PM
The Mesa County Health Department wants to make sure they have enough antivirals on hand.
- Semi vs. Car Accident on Highway 6 and 50
April 29, 2009/1:30 PM
A car sideswipes a semi truck on Highway 6 and 50.
- Charges Filed in Attempted Purse Snatchings
April 29, 2009/1:30 PM
The man accused of two attempted purse snatchings is charged.
- Second Bomb Threat this Year at MHS
April 29, 2009/1:20 PM
A teacher finds a bomb threat written on a bathroom wall at Montrose High School.
- Colorado Senate Considers Eliminating Death Penalty
April 29, 2009/12:00 PM
The state senate is considering a bill that would do away with the death penalty and concentrate funds on cold cases.
- Renewable Energy Lab Gets Nearly $200 Million Stimulus
April 29, 2009/12:00 PM
The National Renewable Energy Labratory will receive stimulus money.
- Dozens of Local Businesses Report Fraud Cases
April 29, 2009/12:00 PM
Officials are alerting people to keep a close watch on their credit cards as fraud cases are reported.
- Denver Post to Stop Most Western Slope Delivery
April 29, 2009/11:55 AM
The Denver Post plans to deliver only on Sunday starting July 12th.
- Senator Pushes for Pay for Performance Teaching
April 29, 2009/11:30 AM
Senator Michael Bennet is promoting pay for performance teaching as a national standard.
- Tougher Seat Belt Law Passes First Senate Vote
April 29, 2009/11:00 AM
A bill to enforce the state's seat belt law passes its first senate vote.
- Electoral College Bill Headed to Senate
April 29, 2009/11:00 AM
The bill would have Colorado's electoral votes go the presidential candidate that receives the most votes in 50 states.
- Juvenile Offenders Plant Tree Honoring Victims
April 29, 2009/11:00 AM
Juvenile offenders plant a tree symbolizing new beginnings for victims.
- Former Bronco Attends 101st Civic Celebration
April 29, 2009/10:30 AM
A Former Broncos Linebacker was celebrating the 101st Civic Celebration.
- Deceased Man Leaves Audi to Iraq Veteran
April 29, 2009/10:00 AM
After serving our country, an Iraq veteran receives a restored 1986 Audi.
- Artsy Students Design Entryway
April 29, 2009/10:00 AM
Clifton and Fruitvale banks are redesigning their entryways with student's ideas.
- Daily Sentinel Cuts Home Delivery to Four Areas
April 29, 2009/10:00 AM
The Daily Sentinel is cutting home deliver in Glenwood Springs, Silt New Castle, and Rangely.
- JUCO History Lesson
April 29, 2009/9:00 AM
The JUCO founder tells the history of the baseball tournament.
- Swine Flu Claims First U.S. Victim
April 29, 2009/4:43 AM
The virus claims a young child in Texas.
- Cell Phone Ban Bill Headed for Senate Vote
April 28, 2009/11:55 PM
House Bill 1094 would make drivers use hands-free devices while talking on cell phones.
- Loophole May Let Drivers Skip Car Registration Fees
April 28, 2009/11:30 PM
A loophole could allow some Coloradans to skip vehicle registration fees.
- Grand Junction Beats Central, 9-6
April 28, 2009/9:48 PM
Grand Junction closed their regular season schedule on Tuesday night with a 9-6 victory over the Central Warriors.
- Padres Snap Three-Game Skid With 4-3 Win
April 28, 2009/9:46 PM
(AP) -- Luis Rodriguez laced a run-scoring pinch-hit single through a drawn-in infield in the ninth, lifting the San Diego Padre
- A Day Later, Rusch Awarded The Win
April 28, 2009/9:44 PM
(AP) -- After further review, the Colorado Rockies' official scorer changed the winner of Monday night's game to reliever Glendo
- Broncos Sign Pair Of Linebackers
April 28, 2009/9:42 PM
(AP) -- Undrafted college free agent linebackers Braxton Kelley of the University of Kentucky and Jeff Schweiger of San Jose Sta
- Hawpe Has Bruised Neck, Will Suit Up Tuesday
April 28, 2009/5:40 PM
(AP) -- Colorado Rockies outfielder Brad Hawpe has a bruise on the back of his neck after he was hit by a pickoff throw, but he
- Swine Flu Fears: Masks or No Masks?
April 28, 2009/5:10 PM
No cases have been reported in Mesa County, but swine flu fears are settling in.
- Swine Flu Risk From U.S. Pigs is Rare
April 28, 2009/3:35 PM
Catching the swine flu from pigs is fairly rare.
- Over 60 Confirmed Cases of Swine Flu in U.S.
April 28, 2009/2:26 PM
The CDC's Director says deaths are likely from the swine flu.
- Swine Flu Victim Speaks out about Disease
April 28, 2009/2:19 PM
A Colorado man who had the swine flu more than 30 years ago says the government needs to do more to combat the disease.
- Mesa State Officials not Concerned about Swine Flu
April 28, 2009/1:00 PM
Mesa State officials aren't worried about the swine flu threat yet.
- Red Flag Warning in Grand Junction
April 28, 2009/12:00 PM
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for the Grand Junction area.
- Owner Looking to Buy Controversial Black Mountain Site
April 28, 2009/11:59 AM
The Black Mountain Facility, a controversial waste water pit, stops operations.
- Women Take Fight for Equal Pay to State Capitol
April 28, 2009/11:30 AM
Women take to the Colorado Capitol to rally for Equal Pay Day.
- Bond Set for Men Accused in Drive-by Shooting
April 28, 2009/11:20 AM
Bond has been set for two men accused of a drive-by shooting near Olathe.
- Crimestoppers Celebrates 27 Years of Service
April 28, 2009/11:15 AM
Crimestoppers celebrates 27 years of crime fighting in Mesa County.
- Special Olympics Comes to Town
April 28, 2009/11:10 AM
It's the tenth year for the Mesa County Special Olympics.
- New Training Video for Oil and Gas Workers
April 28, 2009/11:00 AM
The Division of Wildlife has a new video to educate oil and gas workers about Colorado nature.
- Two City Council Members Say Farewell
April 28, 2009/11:00 AM
GJ City Councilmen Jim Doody and Doug Thomason say goodbye.
- A “Lion” Of A Donation
April 28, 2009/10:59 AM
The Grand Junction Lions Club gave more than $20,000 to local groups.
- Students Recognized as Knowledge Bowl Champions
April 28, 2009/10:00 AM
Grand Junction High School students are recognized for their intellect.
- Colorado Health Officials Prepare for Swine Flu
April 27, 2009/10:05 PM
State health officials are preparing for a possible swine flu outbreak.
- Nuggets Torch Hornets In Game Four, 121-63
April 27, 2009/8:22 PM
(AP) --- Carmelo Anthony and the Denver Nuggets looked like the only ones having fun in this party town.
- Fowler Has 5 Steals In Rockies Win
April 27, 2009/8:08 PM
(AP) -- Dexter Fowler tied a modern-day rookie mark with five stolen bases as the Colorado Rockies ran their way to a 12-7 win o
- Mavs Baseball Drops In National Rankings
April 27, 2009/8:02 PM
Mesa State's baseball team plummeted in national rankings on Monday afternoon.
- Broncos Sign 15 Undrafted College Free Agents
April 27, 2009/7:46 PM
(AP) -- The Denver Broncos, who failed to fortify their front seven in the draft, signed two players today who went undrafted bu
- Lady Mavs Seeded 6th In RMAC Tournament
April 27, 2009/7:43 PM
It's postseason time for Mesa State's softball team.
- Rockies’ Hawpe Hit In Neck By Pickoff Pitch
April 27, 2009/7:39 PM
(AP) -- Colorado Rockies outfielder Brad Hawpe was taken to a hospital with a possible concussion after he was hit in the neck b
- Palisade Plows Past Moffat County, 11-1 and 19-6
April 27, 2009/7:37 PM
Palisade won the battle of the bulldogs against Moffat County on Monday afternoon, 11-1 and 19-6.
- Knowing Swine Flu Symptoms
April 27, 2009/5:13 PM
Swine flu symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills, and fatigue.
- World-wide Flu Threat Keeping Officials Ready
April 27, 2009/5:05 PM
Mexico raises it pandemic alert one level, as the number of U.S. cases jumps to 40.
- Some Travelers Thinking Twice Before Trips
April 27, 2009/2:30 PM
Some travelers are rethinking their trips to Mexico.
- School Nurses on Alert for Swine Flu
April 27, 2009/2:20 PM
The health department wants school nurses to report students' flu-like symptoms.
- Health Departments Prepare for Swine Flu
April 27, 2009/2:13 PM
State and Mesa County health officials are preparing for a possible swine flu outbreak in Colorado.
- Tamiflu Drug in Short Supply
April 27, 2009/2:00 PM
It appears in some places drugs to battle the swine flu are in high demand and supply is low.
- Swine Flu Likely Infected People in Wyoming
April 27, 2009/1:30 PM
A state epidemiologist says swine flu probably has infected people in Wyoming.
- Cold Front Brings Snow to Denver and Mountains
April 27, 2009/1:00 PM
Denver and the mountains are getting snow after a weekend cold front.
- State Senate Passes DNA Tests for Felony Arrests
April 27, 2009/1:00 PM
The Colorado Senate passes a bill requiring anyone arrested of a felony to give a DNA sample. It now heads to the House.
- Officials Request Stimulus Money for Jail Improvements
April 27, 2009/12:30 PM
The remodeling will cost more than $3.1-million.
- Hikers Discover Woman’s Body in Utah Canyon
April 27, 2009/12:30 PM
Hikers discover the body of a missing New Castle woman. She had been missing for 5 months.
- Crews Discover Body of Missing Lake Powell Boater
April 27, 2009/12:00 PM
Crews recover a body. On Saturday, the 20-foot boat sank.
- GM Kills Pontiac, Grand Valley Dealers React
April 27, 2009/11:59 AM
GM does away with the Pontiac Line. General Motors made the move under a restructuring plan.


