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2010
April
- Jazz End Nuggets Season, 112-104
April 30, 2010/10:07 PM
Carlos Boozer had 22 points and 20 rebounds, rookie Wesley Matthews scored 23 and made a key block, and Utah pulled away late in
- Zito Beats Rockies For 4-0 Start
April 30, 2010/10:05 PM
Barry Zito won four straight decisions to start the season for the first time in his career, helping the San Francisco Giants b
- Tebow Dons Broncos Jersey For 1st Time
April 30, 2010/8:21 PM
Tim Tebow is making his NFL debut at the Denver Broncos' minicamp for rookies.
- Junction, Cortez Win In SWL
April 30, 2010/8:20 PM
The Tigers moved closer to a spot in the Class 5A State Playoffs on Friday afternoon with a 4-3 win over the Demons.
- Junction Lacrosse Beats Battle Mountain
April 30, 2010/8:17 PM
Grand Junction won it's eight game of the year by dominating Battle Mountain, 13-5.
- Mavs Murder Cougars, 27-1
April 30, 2010/8:10 PM
Mesa State's baseball team hammered Colorado Christian on Friday night, 27-1.
- Large-Scale Mock DUI Crash on Prom Weekend
April 30, 2010/5:17 PM
A chopper and first responders put on a large-scale drunk driving lesson for GJ high school students.
- DA to Decide on FMS Student’s Charges
April 30, 2010/4:45 PM
Whether or not a student from Fruita Middle School will be charged in a school lockdown now lies in the hands of the DA.
- WWII Veteran: Don Burgess’ Story
April 30, 2010/4:22 PM
News Channel 5 honors a local veteran.
- Olathe Orchard Suffers Wind Damage
April 30, 2010/4:20 PM
An orchard in Olathe was hit hard by the recent weather.
- Clark Gets Life for Broncos’s Death
April 30, 2010/4:15 PM
The man convicted of killing Denver Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams has been sentenced to life in prison plus 1,152 years.
- Cold Poses Threat to Swamp Coolers
April 30, 2010/4:00 PM
If you've already gotten your swamp cooler ready for the summer months, beware of freezing overnight temperatures.
- New Law Requires Law Enforcement to Advise on Searches
April 30, 2010/3:52 PM
A new law gives more power to citizens, but law enforcement officials say it adds some complications for them.
- Local Health Insurance Companies Evaluate Coverage
April 30, 2010/3:35 PM
Some insurance companies are getting an early start on healthcare reform by limiting the reasons to cancel coverage.
- Census Prepping for Home Visits
April 30, 2010/3:27 PM
Despite shocking stories, enumerators are gearing up to finish up the Census.
- Red Cross Honors Heroes
April 30, 2010/3:25 PM
Dozens gathered to praise everyday people whose acts of kindness and heroism make a difference in our community.
- Digital Bookmobile Rolls into Grand Junction
April 30, 2010/3:24 PM
A high-tech bookmobile rolled into Grand Junction to show the other side of libraries.
- Palisade Farmers Breathing Sigh of Relief, Not Out of Woods Yet
April 30, 2010/3:09 PM
Local orchards reported little damage from Thursday night, but they must still get through Friday night.
- Fruita Fat Tire Festival Opens
April 30, 2010/2:54 PM
Biking enthusiasts from around the world are pulling in to Fruita for the 15th Annual Fat Tire Festival.
- It’s a Simple Life: Being a Nudist
April 30, 2010/2:05 PM
A Fruita couple says "no way" to clothes.
- Choosing Which Wich
April 30, 2010/1:59 PM
The Western Slope's first Which Wich is opening soon, but you might need a lesson on how to order.
- Pet of the Week: Wiggles
April 30, 2010/10:39 AM
Five-Month-Old Sharpei
- SWL Baseball Title Up For Grabs
April 29, 2010/8:17 PM
With about a week left in the regular season, four teams are separated by less than a game.
- Mesa Soccer Signs 4 More Players
April 29, 2010/7:41 PM
The Mavericks struggled last season, going 2-15-2 in their 3rd of existence. But Coach Josh Pittman is bolstering his roster for
- Broncos Sign LB Greisen
April 29, 2010/7:34 PM
The Denver Broncos have signed unrestricted free agent linebacker Nick Greisen.
- Freeze Warning and Wintry Weather Advisories
April 29, 2010/6:56 PM
From nearly 80 degrees to freeze warnings: what a difference a day makes in Western Colorado.
- Spring Freeze Threatens Crops
April 29, 2010/5:45 PM
An overnight freeze Thursday is threatening Palisade farmer's produce.
- FMS Student Could Face Misdemeanor Charges
April 29, 2010/5:40 PM
A Fruita Middle School student could face criminal charges.
- Buddy the Dog Suspect Pleads Guilty
April 29, 2010/4:38 PM
The man accused of dragging and killing Buddy the Dog in the Colorado National Monument has changed his plea to guilty.
- Whitewater Man Missing
April 29, 2010/4:37 PM
An at-risk Whitewater man is missing.
- Mock DUI Crash at GJHS
April 29, 2010/4:36 PM
A mock DUI crash is being set up at GJHS to give students something to think about the day before their prom.
- Main Street Construction: Right on Schedule
April 29, 2010/4:35 PM
Construction continues on Grand Junction's Main Street, and rumors are circulating that the project could be ahead of schedule.
- Gov. Ritter Signs Budget Bill
April 29, 2010/4:30 PM
The $18.2 billion budget passed by the Colorado Legislature is now law.
- Student-Teacher Performance Amendment Bill Roils State Senate
April 29, 2010/4:25 PM
The Senate began debating legislation that would tie teachers' and principals' evaluations to student performance.
- Freezing Temperatures Put Plants, Gardens in Danger
April 29, 2010/4:22 PM
Orchard blossoms aren't be the only crops to be hit hard with freezing temperatures.
- Toyota Recalls Sequoias
April 29, 2010/4:22 PM
Toyota says a problem with the Sequoia's electronic stability control could result in the vehicle slowing down unexpectedly.
- Accident Sends 88-Year-Old Woman to Hospital
April 29, 2010/4:21 PM
A Grand Junction car crash sends one person to the hospital and leaves a mess at a busy intersection.
- More Baby Cribs Recalled
April 29, 2010/4:20 PM
The government says thousands of Simplicity and Graco cribs could suffocate or strangle children.
- Ritter, McInnis Square off on Arizona Illegal Alien Law
April 29, 2010/4:15 PM
The new Arizona illegal alien law splits Governor Ritter and candidate Scott McInnis.
- Vice President Biden to Speak in Denver
April 29, 2010/4:10 PM
The Vice President will be in Denver.
- Alive at 25 Course for Parents
April 29, 2010/3:00 PM
No parent wants to lose their child to a car crash, and Colorado State Patrol is making sure it doesn't happen.
- Nene Has Sprained Knee, Not Torn ACL
April 29, 2010/1:30 PM
Medical tests have revealed that Nuggets center Nene only hyperextended his left knee and didn't tear his ACL as feared when he
- Mesa Splits Final Home Series
April 28, 2010/10:00 PM
A giant comeback in game two of Wednesday afternoon's doubleheader gave Mesa State a split with Dixie State in it's final home s
- Nuggets Stay Alive, Beat Jazz In Game 5
April 28, 2010/9:59 PM
The Denver Nuggets fought off an injury in the 1st half to beat the injury-riddled Utah Jazz in a must-win situation, 116-102.
- Central Hands Fruita Tough Loss, 11-9
April 28, 2010/9:52 PM
Central won a back-and-forth affair with Fruita Monument on Wednesday night at Sam Suplizio Field, 11-9.
- Diamondbacks Win Shootout Over Rockies, 12-11
April 28, 2010/9:49 PM
Kelly Johnson converted an educated guess into the decisive blow in another wild game at Coors Field.
- Report: Broncos Tackle Ryan Clady Injured
April 28, 2010/9:47 PM
Denver Broncos All-Pro left tackle Ryan Clady sustained a possibly serious knee injury during offseason workouts, according to a
- Wild Winds in Grand Valley
April 28, 2010/5:30 PM
If you had a bad hair day, you can blame it on Mother Nature.
- Proposal to Ban under-21 Patients from Dispensaries
April 28, 2010/5:23 PM
A new proposal could place tighter restrictions on who can go inside a medical marijuana dispensary.
- 75% in Mesa County Already Counted in Census
April 28, 2010/5:17 PM
The 2010 Census is trying to count everyone in Mesa County before their deadline, and they say they are making progress.
- Mesa County Animal Services Gets New Home
April 28, 2010/4:35 PM
From Grand Junction to Orchard Mesa. The Mesa County Animal Services has a new place to call home.
- High Winds Whip through Grand Valley
April 28, 2010/4:33 PM
Gusts as high as 70 mph blow through the Grand Valley.
- Bears Leaving Hibernation Slumber
April 28, 2010/4:33 PM
Wildlife officials are warning people to be on guard, because bears are waking up from hibernation.
- Bill Would Require Students to Pay More for Tuition
April 28, 2010/4:15 PM
Colorado lawmakers are considering a major overhaul of the state's college tuition program.
- Criminal Charges Pending in School Lockdown
April 28, 2010/4:05 PM
Criminal charges could be coming for a student who sent Fruita Middle School into lockdown Wednesday.
- Clifton, GJ Firefighters Hold Joint Training Session
April 28, 2010/4:00 PM
The GJFD and CFD hold joint training sessions to rescue fellow firefighters.
- EZ Cracker: Making Eggs Easier?
April 28, 2010/4:00 PM
We test the EZ Cracker at the Egg & I.
- Local Business Puts NASCAR Design on Niki’s Car
April 28, 2010/3:30 PM
A local man is making sure his little girl's dream still comes true.
- Fresh Fish Tacos
April 28, 2010/2:13 PM
This time's Flavor of the DoubleTree.
- 626 Recipe: Cinco De Mayo Steak and Eggs
April 28, 2010/12:01 PM
Serves Four
- Mesa Splits DH With Dixie State
April 27, 2010/8:59 PM
Dixie State exploded in game one of a doubleheader on Tuesday at Sam Suplizio Field for a 16-2 victory.
- Jimenez, Rockies Rout Diamondbacks, 12-1
April 27, 2010/8:57 PM
Ubaldo Jimenez extended his scoreless streak to 22 1/3 innings with six shutout innings and the Colorado Rockies routed the Ariz
- Grand Junction Beats Fruita Monument, 7-1
April 27, 2010/8:52 PM
Morgan Armbruster scored two goals in the first half to help Grand Junction beat Fruita Monument, 7-1.
- Surge in Families Seeking Help
April 27, 2010/7:10 PM
A staggering number of families needing assistance for the first time are coming forward in Mesa County.
- Fighting for Buddy’s Justice
April 27, 2010/6:18 PM
Asking for justice, animal lovers gather for a vigil for a dog dragged to death.
- Tough Economy Prompts Long Waiting Lines for Preschool Enrollment
April 27, 2010/6:17 PM
The tough economy is now spreading to preschools and toddlers in the Grand Valley.
- Local Teens Struggle to Lock Down Summer Jobs
April 27, 2010/6:14 PM
Summer jobs are on the minds of a lot of teenagers this time of year, but for them, the job market looks dim.
- Wind, Dryness Prompt Red Flag Warnings
April 27, 2010/5:37 PM
A warning to anyone who might be conducting a controlled burn: Mother Nature isn't being very cooperative.
- Bill to Keep Cameo Plant Open Passes First Vote
April 27, 2010/5:14 PM
A bill pushed by Representatives Steve King and Laura Bradford is moving on to the House floor.
- Nuggets Insist They’re On Same Page
April 27, 2010/5:05 PM
After all the infighting and insults, the Denver Nuggets insist they're back to being buddies and are ready to salvage their sea
- Rockies Demote Iannetta; DL For De La Rosa, Hammel
April 27, 2010/5:03 PM
The Colorado Rockies put starting pitchers Jorge De La Rosa and Jason Hammel on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday and sent strugg
- Volunteers Help Build Church Daycare Center
April 27, 2010/4:49 PM
Construction volunteers from as far away as Canada are in Grand Junction working on a new daycare center.
- Woman Accused of Murder Attempt Says Husband Abused Power
April 27, 2010/4:35 PM
A woman charged with trying to arrange the murder of her ex-husband has accused him of abusing his power as a prosecutor.
- State Senate Boosts Child Seat Age
April 27, 2010/4:30 PM
Your kids may have to stay in a booster seat until they are 8 years old.
- Post Office Needs Your Advice
April 27, 2010/4:20 PM
The post office wants your cost-cutting advice.
- Parolee Voting Rights Debate
April 27, 2010/4:19 PM
Parolees are one step closer to getting the right to vote in Colorado.
- Tiara Rado Project Nearly Done
April 27, 2010/3:49 PM
The finishing touches are underway for a popular golf course in the Redlands.
- Senator Bennet Joins Senators in Facebook Privacy Concerns
April 27, 2010/3:45 PM
Members of the Senate are expressing concern about Facebook's privacy policies limiting users' ability to control their info.
- Handy Helper: Martha Stewart Paints
April 27, 2010/10:39 AM
Interior and Exterior Paint
- Mesa Baseball Still Seeking Praise
April 26, 2010/9:11 PM
It was a successful weekend for Mesa State's baseball team, winning three out of four games against the best team in the Central
- Diamondbacks Hold Off Rockies, 5-3
April 26, 2010/9:10 PM
Dan Haren struck out a season-high 10, Adam LaRoche homered and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Colorado Rockies 5-3 on Monday
- Hornbuckle To Transfer From Colorado
April 26, 2010/9:00 PM
(AP) - Colorado coach Tad Boyle has lost his first player from the roster he inherited when he took over the Buffaloes' program
- 8-Year-Old Boy Stops Grandmother’s Car on I-70
April 26, 2010/8:35 PM
A young boy from Fruita is being called a hero after helping steer his grandmothers car to safety during a medical problem.
- G.J. Hosts International Mining Conference
April 26, 2010/8:26 PM
About 200 people attend SMRI in Grand Junction.
- Lady Mavs Heading To National Tourney
April 26, 2010/7:18 PM
Mesa State's woman's golf team earned a berth in the NCAA Division II Tournament on Monday. They'll play in Lake City, Minnesota
- Are Nuggets Unraveling As They Teeter On Brink?
April 26, 2010/5:51 PM
The flustered Denver Nuggets are tweeting and teetering. After losing at Utah to fall behind 3-1 to the short-handed Jazz in a
- Residents Plan Mesa County’s Transportation Future
April 26, 2010/5:30 PM
It's still 25 years away, but that's not stopping Mesa County residents from planning for the future.
- Grand Junction Strip Club to Open in One Month
April 26, 2010/5:27 PM
Grand Junction's only strip club is one month away from opening.
- Oxy USA Hit with Largest Fine in Colorado
April 26, 2010/5:25 PM
An energy company has agreed to pay what could be the largest fine ever imposed by the COGCC.
- DUI Simulator at GJHS
April 26, 2010/5:24 PM
It's prom season, which means fun for high school students, but it doesn't come without dangers.


