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Greenhouse Gas Removal Terminology

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By Paul Wesslund What if instead of letting greenhouse gases escape from power plants, you could grab that carbon dioxide before it even reaches the atmosphere? It’s a simple idea that’s getting a lot more attention as concerns grow over the effects of burning fossil fuels that power many industries and generate a large share […]

A Stroke of Genius: RainDance National Golf Course

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By David R. Holland – A new golf course opened last summer on the northern Colorado I-25 corridor heading to Cheyenne. And, with distinctive agricultural landscaping, perhaps it’s like no other you have ever seen. RainDance National Resort & Golf in Windsor pays homage to farming and will have your head spinning like a “rotary […]

Focus On… A Community Tradition

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By Ashley Taylor, Editorial Assistant Strawberry Days Delicious food, live music, a parade and beautiful local art displays all in the heart of Glenwood Springs? Talk about the perfect way to welcome the summer season. Next month you can enjoy Colorado’s longest-running community festival: Strawberry Days. Voted “Most Fun Town in America” by Rand-McNally and […]

What is Grex Gardening?

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By Vicki Spencer, Master Gardener I rely heavily on the wisdom of elders to be a better gardener. It’s helped me improve my skills and appreciate that gardening isn’t just work. It can be a peaceful retreat from today’s hectic lifestyle. Although a garden’s solitude is refreshing, experiences are usually more rewarding when shared with […]

Struttin’ in Full Color

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By Dennis Smith I continually find myself amazed by the incredible diversity of feathers found in songbirds. Barnyard chickens, too, for that matter. Never mind waterfowl, herons, cranes, raptors and the wildly-exotic rainforest parrots, macaws and toucans; Asian and African pheasants and peacocks, flamingoes, bee eaters and such. From the tiniest hummingbird to the largest […]

Longevity of EV Batteries

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Many electric vehicle owners wonder about the longevity of EV batteries in their cars. And we’re not just talking about range. The lithium-ion batteries that run EVs can make up 50%-70% of an EV’s value — and if the battery dies, so does the car. While lithium-ion batteries have been studied a lot over the […]

Colorado’s Ranking in Wind Energy

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A recent release from Climate Central’s “WeatherPower Year in Review: 2022” reports that electricity generated from solar and wind grew 16% from 2021, with wind accounting for roughly 74% of that growth. The report also states the 683,130 gigawatt-hours generated across the country from renewable power generation resources were enough to power 64 million average […]

Simple Grilled Asparagus

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Chef Jason K. Morse suggests serving this Simple Grilled Asparagus with a glass of white wine from a Colorado vineyard. There are several vineyards to choose from, so you have plenty of options. Check out this list from Colorado Wine: coloradowine.com.  1 bunch (about 12 ounces) fresh asparagus2 tablespoons olive oilSeasoning spice blend, to taste2 […]

Chicken Asparagus Pasta

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This Chicken Asparagus Pasta is flavorful, colorful and, surprisingly, easy to make, so you can add it to your regular dinner rotation, even on a busy weeknight. 8-10 boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 garlic cloves, diced or pressedRed bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces2-3 lemons, juiced, divided1 tablespoon olive oilSalt, to […]

Efficient Outdoor Lighting Tips

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By James Dulley Q: We’re considering adding more outdoor lighting for entertaining and better security. What are some efficient lighting tips? A: It’s a great time of year to think about making outdoor lighting improvements. With energy-efficient LED bulbs, it is easy to light your outdoor space effectively without driving up your electric bills. You […]