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  • WATCH EVERY MARCH MADNESS GAME: Sweet 16 TV schedule & live streaming

    March Madness 2018

    — Sweet 16 —

    Live Streaming & TV Schedule

    Thursday, March 22

    TEAMS TIME (MST) WATCH
    (11) Loyola Chicago vs. (7) Nevada 5:07 p.m. CBS | Stream
    (7) Texas A&M vs. (3) Michigan  5:27 p.m. TBS | Stream
    (9) Kansas State vs. (5) Kentucky 7:37 p.m. CBS | Stream
    (9) Florida State vs. (4) Gonzaga 7:59 p.m. TBS | Stream

    Friday, March 23

    TEAMS TIME (MST) WATCH
    (5) Clemson vs. (1) Kansas 5:07 p.m. CBS | Stream
    (5) West Virgina vs. (1) Villanova 7:27 p.m. TBS | Stream
    (11) Syracuse vs. (2) Duke 7:37 p.m. CBS | Stream
    (3) Texas Tech vs. (2) Purdue 7:59 p.m. TBS | Stream

     

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  • ‘Thank you’ to ag industry for $23.2 million in donations to local food banks among highlights of Thursday’s Agriculture Day at the Capitol

    ‘Thank you’ to ag industry for $23.2 million in donations to local food banks among highlights of Thursday’s Agriculture Day at the Capitol

    Recognition of the Colorado agriculture industry’s $23.2 million in donations to local food banks last year will serve as one of the highlights at the upcoming Agriculture Day at the Capitol.

    The organizations that make up the Colorado Ag Council will host Agriculture Day at the Capitol on Thursday, March 22, in Denver – an event that will feature the teaming up of 14 local chefs with lawmakers and ag representatives in a cook-off competition of Colorado-grown foods, as well as a big “thank you” delivered by representatives of Colorado’s Feeding America food banks.

    The local agriculture industry’s product and monetary contributions to Colorado’s five Feeding America food banks totaled up to $23,218,914 during 2017. 

    Agriculture Day at the Capitol, which takes place at the State Capitol Building (200 E. Colfax Ave.), has become one of the most popular events under the Golden Dome – attended by about 1,000 people each year, including the governor, state legislators, farmers, ranchers and many others.

    The public and media are all invited to attend the event, which is held in conjunction with National Agriculture Week.

    Agriculture Day at the Capitol begins at 10:30 a.m., and lunch – the final product of the on-site, 14-team cook-off competition – will be served around 11 a.m.

    Each year, the event showcases all that Colorado’s ag industry does for our state, highlighting its efforts in feeding Colorado’s 5 million-plus people, its stewardship of our resources, and its $40 billion economic impact – a top two or three contributor to the state’s economy each year.
     

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  • It’s Finally Spring! Everything to Know About the Spring Equinox

    It’s Finally Spring! Everything to Know About the Spring Equinox

    Happy Spring Equinox and happy first day of spring! Today the length of night and day are nearly equal everywhere on Earth. The official start of the season, also known as the spring equinox or vernal equinox, is Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at 12:15 p.m (some years it occurs on March 21). The days will now become longer at the higher latitudes because it takes the sun longer to rise and set.

    • Earth’s rotation does not cause equinoxes.

    • Equinoxes occur when Earth’s tilted axis is perpendicular to the sun’s rays.

    • During an equinox at Earth’s equator, the sun appears almost directly overhead.

    How the Spring Equinox works

    The Earth orbits around the sun one time, every 365 days and 6 hours. Meanwhile, our planet is rotating itself one time in 24 hours, on a tilted axis. That tilt is about 23.5 degrees, which gives different parts of the world various intensities of light from the sun over the course of a year. The spring equinox occurs when the sun’s warming rays line up perpendicular to Earth’s axial tilt. The sun will set and rise roughly 12 hours apart during the equinox. If you stand directly on the equator at noon in the Eastern Time time zone at noon, the sun will appear more or less directly overhead. Your shadow will also be at its absolute minimum.  But this moment won’t last as the Earth makes its way around the sun at a speed of roughly 66,600 mph. 

    About the Equinoxes

    Our planet’s orbit is elliptical and its center of gravity slightly offset from the sun, so the time it takes to cycle through the seasons isn’t perfectly divvied up. About 92 days and 19 hours after the spring equinox, the Earth will reach its summer solstice, or when the most direct rays of the sun reach their northernmost latitude, called the Northern Tropic (or Tropic of Cancer). Another 93 days and six hours later, the fall or autumnal equinox will occur. Then it’s another 89 days and 19 hours to the winter solstice — when the most direct sunlight strikes the Southern Tropic (or Tropic of Capricorn) — and another 89 days to get back to the spring equinox.

    Around the World

    Groups around the world mark the date with celebrations. Easter and Passover both occur close to the equinox. In China, many people take part in a game of egg balancing to mark the time of new life. And in Iran, the date marks the Persian New Year and kicks off the festival of Nowruz, which is celebrated in several countries in the region. For practitioners of some ancient religions that worship nature, including pagans and druids, it’s an important day known as Ostara. Many people still gather at Stone Henge in the U.K. to watch the sun rise over the mysterious site. 

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  • Spring fishing is upon us… Jumbo Reservoir Opens to Boating & Annual Walleye Spawn prepares for stocked fish

    Spring fishing is upon us… Jumbo Reservoir Opens to Boating & Annual Walleye Spawn prepares for stocked fish

    Annual Walleye Spawn slated for March 19

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife will complete one of its hardest and most-rewarding tasks: the annual Walleye Spawn, on Monday, March 19th.  
    Walleye and Saugeye are Colorado’s most popular sportfish species, bringing in millions in economic growth and license sales. The Denver Walleye Spawn occurs each year at Chatfield and Cherry Creek state parks. This year it runs from March 14 through April 4.
     
    To ensure that there are enough fish to stock every year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife sets up spawn-collection sites at lakes and reservoirs across the state. Here, biologists net spawning fish and then collect roe (eggs) from the females and milt (sperm) from the males. The roe and milt are carefully combined by hand and then the fertilized eggs are transported to state fish hatcheries. CPW collects around 140 million eggs annually. Walleye, kokanee, brown trout and cutthroat trout are just a few of the species that provide eggs each year. 

     

    Jumbo Reservoir opens to boating March 16

    DENVER  —  With warm spring days upon us, Colorado Parks and Wildlife will begin offering boat inspections at Jumbo Reservoir starting on March 16. The boat inspection station will be operating from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset daily. Inspections are mandatory prior to entering the reservoir. Boating is only permitted during inspection hours and all boats must be off the water prior to the inspection station closing. 

    With Jumbo’s proximity to out-of-state waters, it is considered a high risk for introduction of aquatic invasive species such as zebra and quagga mussels. Through our mandatory inspection and decontamination program and with the continued support of the reservoirs users, we have successfully kept these invasive species out of Jumbo’s waters. —  Robert Walters, Invasive Species Specialist for Colorado Parks and Wildlife

    Based on 2017 fall sampling, anglers can expect a good walleye bite as soon as the boat ramp opens. For more information about the fishery at Jumbo Reservoir anglers can visit the Fish Survey Summary on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website.

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  • 2018 ST. PATRICK’S DAY WEEK EVENTS

    2018 ST. PATRICK’S DAY WEEK EVENTS

    PROCLAMATION CEREMONY

    WHEN: March 12, 2018
    WHERE: Denver City & County Building 
    The lighting of the Denver City & County Building to green will take place at noon.

    CHANGING OF THE SIGN CEREMONY

    WHEN: March 15, 2017
    WHERE: 20th and Blake
    At the corner of 20th and Blake, the City of Denver will rename Blake Street “Tooley Street,” for a short time, in honor of the late Dale Tooley — longtime Denver District Attorney, one-time mayoral candidate and full-time Irishman. It takes place at 5 p.m.

    DENVER ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

    WHEN: March 17, 2017
    WHERE: Downtown Denver
    The best spectating spot is south of 20th Avenue on Blake Street (renamed Tooley Street for the parade). This area tends to be crowded, so the best place for families to watch the parade is near the end, on Blake Street from 23rd to 27th avenues. The parade starts at 9:30 a.m., but folks come as early as 6 a.m. to stake out a spot. If you havn’t seen it yet, the Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a festive and fun event for all ages that celebrates Irish culture and heralds the start of spring. It’s one of the largest St. Patty’s day parades west of the Mississippi, and the largest annual parade in Denver, with more than 200,000 people lining the route to enjoy horses and stagecoaches, marching bands, dancers, floats and Irish-themed fun with a Western flair.

    KEGGS AND EGGS

    WHEN: March 16, 2017
    WHERE: Blake Street Tavern
    This annual live music event, hosted by local radio station Channel 93.3, is favorite of die-hard music fans each year. It kicks off early in the morning — at 7 a.m. — with green beer, whiskey and rock performances on tap right from the get-go. The lineup for 2017 includes American Authors, Bishop Briggs and Bryce Fox. The event is free and open to ages 21 and over.

    IRISH PUBS 

    • SCRUFFY MURPHY’S IRISH PUB

      Scruffy Murphy’s is easily one of the most authentic slices of the Emerald Isle you’ll find in Denver. Just minutes away from Coors Field, Scruffy’s is the perfect place to grab a pint or enjoy some traditional Irish pub fare — shepherd’s pie, bangers and mash and more. DON’T MISS: Thursday through Saturday, Scruffy’s hosts musical acts, from DJs spinning to rock bands shaking the stage.

    • MY BROTHER’S BAR

      My Brother’s Bar is a Mile High City institution known for its Beat Generation clientele — this was the watering hole of choice for renowned Beats Jack Kerouac and Neal Cassady in the 1950s. Today, not much has changed at My Brother’s Bar — you can still get a pint and a burger for under $10 and enjoy one of the city’s coolest spots. DON’T MISS: The sunny patio, tucked around the back of My Brother’s.

    • THE IRISH ROVER

      Amidst the dive-y rock clubs and indie boutiques of South Broadway, you’ll encounter the Irish Rover, a relaxed and friendly pub. Enjoy a pint or two, chat with the locals, sit by the fireplace or on your high stool at the bar. International sports fans love the Rover for its six large televisions, broadcasting rousing football games (European-style, of course). DON’T MISS: The Irish Rover’s huge rooftop patio. One of the best places to get above it all in Denver. 

    • PINTS PUB

      While there are plenty of Irish pubs in Denver, the city also has a fantastic British-style joint in Pints Pub, located just down the street from the Denver Art Museum. At Pints, you’ll find the charm and personality of the “local,” a place that serves as a crossroads for society, where good beer, good food and good conversation are on the bill. DON’T MISS: The extensive selection of single malt whisky — the menu is 16 pages long! 

     

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  • COLORADO FREEBIES: MARCH 2018

    COLORADO FREEBIES: MARCH 2018

     

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  • Cherry Creek Dam Road closed March 4

    Cherry Creek Dam Road closed March 4

    The Cherry Creek Dam Road will be closed 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 4 for That Dam Run, a 5K and 13.1K race through Cherry Creek State Park.

  • Military Academy Information Days Slated for March & April

    Military Academy Information Days Slated for March & April

    DID YOU KNOW??

    Four Congressional Staff sponsored U.S. Military Service Academy and ROTC/NROTC Information Days will be conducted in Colorado during the month OF April.  These events provide the opportunity for parents and students to join representatives from the military college programs for an information session regarding the academy and ROTC/NROTC application process, attending a military academy or ROTC/NROTC, and serving as a commissioned officer in the United States Armed Forces.

    WHO?

    • U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO
    • The U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY
    • The U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD
    • The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY
    • The U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT; and
    • ROTC/NROTC

    This is also an opportunity to hear from representatives of the Congressional Delegations about how they can assist students gain a nomination to a U.S. Military Service Academy, which is complex and can start as early as the junior year in High School. 

    WHEN & WHERE?

    • Saturday, March 10th, Fort Morgan, 1:00 PM, Fort Morgan High School, 709 East Riverview Ave, Fort Morgan
    • Saturday, March 31st, Burlington, 1:00 PM, Burlington High School, 380 Mike Lounge Drive, Burlington
    • Saturday, April 14th, Denver, 11:00 AM, Denver South High School, 1700 E. Louisiana Ave, Denver
    • Saturday, April 28th, Pueblo, 1:00 PM, Centennial High School, 2525 Mountview Drive, Pueblo

    The Military Service Academies are federally funded institutions.  All students receive a full scholarship including tuition, room and board, and complete medical coverage. 

    The event is free and open to the public. Media are welcome to attend. Please consider posting to your community calendar of events.

     

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  • HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS INVITED TO DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM

    HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS INVITED TO DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM

    Celebrate the middle of spring semester at Denver’s Downtown Aquarium Home School Day on Wednesday, March 7 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Home schooled students and their families are invited to enjoy Aquarium exhibits at a discounted rate, educational classroom programs to see what happens behind-the-scenes and meet ambassador animals!

    WHAT:           It may be Spring Break but school is still in session at Downtown Aquarium!   Home schooled students and their families are invited to come get straight A’s during Home School Day on Wednesday, March 7 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

    Take education to the next level and explore the Aquarium exhibits at a discounted rate. Students will have the opportunity to participate in educational classroom programs and enjoy a visit from animal ambassadors making appearances throughout the day.

    Spaces are limited and are reserved on a first come, first served basis.  RSVPs and payment are required by Wednesday, February 28 at 4 p.m. to  or call (303) 561-4444.  Hurry and get your spot – you won’t want to miss this fun, academic opportunity!

    COST:            $9/student for one program session; $18/student for two program sessions which includes self-guided tour

                            Self-guided tour only exhibit tickets are $13.95 for adults and $6 for children

                            *No discounted payment at the door will be accepted – tickets purchased the day of the event will be at full price through the ticket office.

    WHEN:          Wednesday, March 7, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

    WHERE:        Downtown Aquarium, 700 Water Street, Denver, CO 80211

      

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  • Adams County – Citizen Action for Safe Energy – Invitation

    Adams County – Citizen Action for Safe Energy – Invitation

    Citizen Action for Safe Energy invites you to join us for drinks and appetizers as we mix and mingle with local officeholders from across Adams County.  Don’t miss this important opportunity to tell your elected leaders that you support safe and responsible energy development in Adams County. Food and drinks will be provided!  

    Our annual reception is less than a week away! To RSVP Click Here or Text RSVP to 720-597-8803.

     

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