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RECALL: Herbal Supplement KRATOM has SALMONELLA contamination & opioid association; Gardner talks Opioid crisis
Local retailer recalls kratom products because of potential Salmonella contamination

Company name: Club 13

Products: Kratom powder and capsules (an herbal supplement taken by pill or used in drinks such as tea):
- Maeng Da Red powder products in 15-gram, 30-gram, 90-gram, 150-gram and 454-gram packages, lot MRMD012618 on back of pouch
- Maeng Da Red capsules in five-count, 25-count, 50-count, 100-count and 120-count bottles marked with the following lot numbers on bottom left side:
  - MRMD013018
  - MRMD013118
  - MRMD020118
  - MRMD020518
  - MRMD022318
  - MRMD022718
  - MRMD030118
  - MRMD030218
  - MRMD030618
- Maeng Da Red XS capsules in five-count, 20-count, 25-count, 40-count and 50-count bottles with the following lot numbers on bottom left side:
  - KRXS020718
  - KRXS030618
  - KRXS102417
  - KRXS110617
  - KRXS120117
Reason for recall: Potential contamination with Salmonella

Distribution: Nationwide retail stores and mail order

Fox31 and Channel 2 News reports other retailer, Soap Korner, faces lawsuit over sale of contanimated Kratom product

FDA oversees destruction and recall of kratom products; reiterates risks associated with this opioid

In a February statement, FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, said “The extensive scientific data we’ve evaluated about kratom provides conclusive evidence that compounds contained in kratom are opioids and are expected to have similar addictive effects as well as risks of abuse, overdose and, in some cases, death. At the same time, there’s no evidence to indicate that kratom is safe or effective for any medical use. To protect the public health, we’ll continue to affirm the risks associated with kratom, warn consumers against its use and take aggressive enforcement action against kratom-containing products. We appreciate the cooperation of companies currently marketing any kratom product for human consumption to take swift action to remove these products from circulation to protect the public.”

Gardner Talks Colorado Opioid Crisis at Republican Leadership Press Conference

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Gardner on Opioid Crisis

Washington, DC – Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) spoke at the weekly Senate Republican leadership press conference about time he recently spent in Colorado holding roundtables on the opioid crisis. Gardner held roundtable discussions at San Luis Valley Health in Alamosa and Swedish Medical Center in Englewood and met with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, local leaders and officials, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

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April 13, 2018
High Fire Danger Warning Issued
State Officials Warn of High Fire Danger

State fire officials are warning that continued dry conditions in the lower elevations and plains of Colorado mean that fire danger is a concern. Thursday, April 12th, will be one of the worst days of the season; low relative humidity, high winds, and spiking heat will bring extreme fire danger to Colorado, specifically along the Front Range and the southern portion of Colorado.

With the majority of fire starts being human-caused in combination with the drought conditions in Colorado, we are at increased risk of some of the largest, most damaging wildfires. But by working together and doing our part, we can make our communities safer. — Mike Morgan, Division of Fire Prevention and Control Director

DFPC is asking everyone to be extra cautious and do your part to help prevent wildfires.

Please follow these prevention tips:
- Don’t mow or trim grass on windy days
- Ensure campfires are completely extinguished-never leave a fire unattended
- Never pull your vehicle over in dry grass
- Make sure cigarette butts are properly extinguished
- Off-road vehicles and chainsaws should be equipped with approved and recently updated spark arresters
- Be careful with welding equipment, and any open flames outdoors
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April 11, 2018
April at the DAM: UNCORKED RESERVE AND AFTERGLO RETURNS; DÍA DEL NIÑO CELEBRATES CHILDREN: DEGAS CONTINUES A PASSION FOR PERFECTION; DRAWN TO GLAMOUR AND MORE

Celebrate a flowering of creativity in April

Visit the Denver Art Museum (DAM) and the Golden Triangle Creative District to celebrate Día del Niño, Uncorked Reserve and Uncorked AFTERGLO, participate in Slow Art Day, and listen up and be heard at Untitled: Suzi Q. Smith.

April 13 – Uncorked Reserve / AFTERGLO:

The DAM’s annual spring fundraising event celebrating wine and creativity, is a two-tiered party. As Uncorked Reserve winds down, Uncorked AFTERGLO picks up with art activations, live music and artistic treats and cocktails. Note: the museum will close at 3 p.m. on April 13 in preparation for Uncorked. For ticket and other information about Uncorked, contact  or 720-913-0030.

April 27 – Untitled: Suzi Q. Smith

From 6–10 p.m, listen up and be heard as the slam poet and author hosts an evening of spoken word performances and workshops exploring the many languages of art. Included in museum admission, and college students with ID receive 2-for-1 admission to Untitled Final Fridays.

April 29 – Día del Niño:

Free general admission, family-friendly programming, live music and dances at the DAM. The weekend-long celebration is hosted by multiple organizations in the Golden Triangle including the DAM, Denver Public Library, Clyfford Still Museum, Byers-Evans House Museum and History Colorado Center.

Through May 20 – Degas: A Passion for Perfection

Visitors can see this on view at its only American stop. (Special dated and timed ticket is required for Degas.) Showcasing more than 100 artworks by the prolific French artist, the exhibition explores such recurring themes in his career as a strong interest in opera and dance, a passion for horses and a lifelong fascination with the nude. Dive deeper with a four-part course, Degas: An Artistic Journey, beginning April 14. Full-course registration is open; individual session tickets on sale April 2 (pending availability).   On April 20, George Shackelford will speak on Degas and the Nude at 6 p.m.; his lecture is included in general admission.

Through August 5 – Drawn to Glamour: Fashion Illustrations by Jim Howard

Presenting more than 100 works on paper by the award-winning Denver-based artist, highlighting his four-decade fashion illustration career, and Eyes On: Xiaoze Xie, featuring still-life paintings of books, videos and installations that the artist based on banned and forbidden books in China.

Upcoming Lectures

April 10: Drop-In Drawing

April 14: Slow Art Day

April 17: Anderman Photography Lecture: Alex Webb & Rebecca Norris Webb

April 24: Drop-In Writing

There’s always plenty for families to do at the DAM with A Walk in the Woods and the 3-D Studio hands-on activities available whenever the museum is open, and Create-n-Takes are available on weekends. The Hamilton Building is also now open seven days a week, and general admission is free for youth 18 and younger every day.

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April 10, 2018
Regional Summit on Groundwater for Irrigated Agriculture — Garden City, Kansas — Notice of Registration Deadline

The Eight Ogallala Region States Come Together for Interstate Collaboration

The Ogallala Aquifer Summit will bring together water-use decision makers in Garden City, Kansas, April 9-10. Summit participants will be discussing current management and policy best practices as well as exploring interstate approaches to managing the aquifer for the long-term benefit of the region’s communities and the ag industry.

Eight states in the Ogallala region include: Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, South Dakota and Wyoming.

The Summit will take place over two half-days, the afternoon of April 9 and the morning of April 10, and includes a social on the evening of April 9 that will feature producers involved with Kansas’ Water Technology Farm program.

The importance of groundwater used for irrigated agriculture in the Ogallala Aquifer Region cannot be overstated. We’ve recognized through our work on implementing Kansas’ Long-Term Vision for the Future of Water Supply that we needed to bring together water management leaders including producers, commodity and tech leaders, researchers, policymakers and other stakeholders from across the Ogallala region to share and exchange valuable expertise. — Tracy Streeter, Director of the Kansas Water Office

Logistical support for the Ogallala Summit has been provided by the USDA-NIFA-funded Ogallala Water Coordinated Agriculture Project (CAP) in partnership with the Kansas Water Office. Additional support in planning this event has been provided by individuals from all eight Ogallala states.

April 5 registration deadline

Visit the Ogallala Water CAP website to see a detailed agenda and access online registration. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. The registration deadline is Thursday, April 5.

Policy and decisions about water management are often made at the local or regional level within states. This Summit will cover emerging innovations, research, and policies and help identify opportunities for working together across state lines to help address the water-related challenges facing this region. — Meagan Schipanski, assistant professor at Colorado State University and co-director of the Ogallala Water CAP

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April 4, 2018
Inmate released by mistake — CAN YOU FIND ME?

Brighton, Colo. – The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Joseph Alan Yost, DOB 071864, a white male 5’10” tall 185lbs with brown hair and blue eyes.
Joseph was released from the Adams County Detention Facility on 040318 at 1am after posting bond on DUI charges for an Adams County Case.

Joseph was inadvertently released with pending charges of Driving Under the Influence and Driving Under Revocation out of Arapahoe County. Detectives and Deputies have attempted to contact Mr. Yost over the course of the day, but have yet to locate him.

If you see Joseph or someone matching his description; please call 911 or Adams County Sheriff’s Office at 303-288-1535.

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April 4, 2018
CDOT is making efforts to mitigate first responder death toll during traffic incidents
The Colorado Department of Transportation, in partnership with Douglas County, will officially open the state’s first Traffic Incident Management (TIM) training site this week. This will be one of only two TIM centers in the United States. It will be dedicated to Colorado’s first responders. It also will honor two State Patrol troopers who lost their lives while serving the citizens of Colorado and responding to two separate traffic incidents in Douglas County. This will be a statewide facility, training and serving first responders from around the state. Attendees also will have an opportunity to walk through a staged crash scene, with responders describing their roles and the strategies they use to safely and quickly clear incidents from the roadway.

WHEN: Thursday, April 5, 2018, noon

WHERE: 8500 North Moore Road – Douglas County. From U.S. 85 – Santa Fe Drive – travel west on Titan Road approximately ¾ of a mile to Moore Road. South on Moore Road approximately 1 ½ miles. Turn left (east) just south of the light blue metal building.

WHY: Increased traffic, loss of life and severe injuries among incident responders and the traveling public lead to the creation of this dedicated area for the state’s responders to safely train and quickly clear traffic incidents. In addition to the lives lost during incident response, two Colorado State Patrol troopers have lost their lives responding to traffic incidents within the last three years.

SPEAKERS:
- Colorado Department of Transportation Executive Director Michael Lewis
- Colorado State Patrol Chief Mathew Packard
- Douglas County Sheriff Tony Spurlock
- Douglas County Commissioner Roger Partridge
- Federal Highway Administration – Colorado Division Director John Cater
ITINERARY:
- Facility Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting and Unveiling of Commemorative Sign
- Dedication of facility to Colorado’s first responders
- Presentation of plaques to the families of CSP Troopers Jaimie Jursevics and Cody Donahue, honoring their service and sacrifice to the citizens of Colorado
- Attendees also will have an opportunity to walk through a staged crash scene, with responders describing their roles and the strategies they use to safely and quickly clear incidents from the roadway.
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April 4, 2018
Prison sentence for man who killed Aurora woman

An Aurora man was sentenced Thursday to 20 years in prison for killing a woman whose body was later dumped in Clear Creek County.

Shawrae Butler, 22, accepted a plea agreement March 5 in which he pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit second-degree murder and to tampering with a deceased human body in the death of Queen Ashby. Other counts against him were dismissed. On Thursday, Arapahoe District Judge Ben Leutwyler sentenced Butler to 20 years in the Department of Corrections on each count, to be served concurrently.

“The tragedy of her death is more than enough for her family, but added to that is the complete disregard for her and for her family and for human life in general,” Leutwyler said in imposing the sentence. “To have her wrapped and dumped in that manner is appalling to me.”

District Attorney George Brauchler monitored the case closely.

“Another felon has found a way to participate in a horrendous gun-related crime … while on probation. Shooting the young mother of a 6-month-old baby in the head is outrageous,” Brauchler said. “Doing nothing to help her and allowing her body to be dumped like garbage … that is despicable.”

On April 8, 2017, the body of woman was found alongside Highway 103 in Clear Creek County. The woman had been shot in the temple and had no identification.

When a drawing of the woman was released, tips came in, and investigators used fingerprints to determine the woman was Ashby, 20, who had been reported missing from her Aurora home.

Identification led investigators to her apartment on Joliet Street in Aurora.

Aurora Police detectives discovered that on April 1, 2017, a group of friends were at the apartment doing drugs. Witnesses identified Butler as being there and having a gun. Several witnesses said he put the gun against Ashby’s temple and pulled the trigger.

At Butler’s sentencing, the courtroom was packed to overflowing with friends and family of Ashby.

When she was killed, she had a 6-month-old baby girl.

“This is about justice,” the baby’s father told the court. “I’ve been trying to do everything for my baby … she ain’t gonna know her mama at all.”

Ashby’s mother echoed that: “How will I explain to my granddaughter that her mom is gone, and that somebody threw her away like she was nothing?” she told the court as she wept.

Ashby’s grandmother gave an emotional statement, saying through tears, “Someone killed her, dumped her … left her there to rot. People care for more for their dogs.”

Chief Deputy District Attorney Karen Pearson acknowledged challenges in the case.

Still, she said, “The defendant is a felon who never should have been in possession of a firearm at any time.”

She added: “The death of Queen Ashby is a horrible tragedy and a terrible act on the part of this defendant. … The act of moving her body like trash makes it so much more egregious.”

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March 31, 2018
Hunters urged to apply for limited license online now; do not wait

Colorado Parks & Wildlife advises against waiting to apply; Hunters should send application for limited license today

DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is urging hunters planning to apply for a limited hunting license to begin the process as soon as possible. The agency says waiting until just before the application deadline, midnight, April 3, could pose challenges for hunters due to staff availability and support. Getting in early will ensure successfully completing and submitting an application.

This year, CPW launched a new, integrated online purchasing system designed to streamline the limited license application process. Agency officials say so far the majority of transactions have been successful; however, as is the case with the rollout of any new computerized system, there are always challenges.

As advanced as our new system is, and regardless of how well it has worked so far, there is no system in existence that will work perfectly out of the box. Especially this first year, we urge hunters to do their part by logging on today and making sure any holdups are addressed right now, not at the last minute. — Cory Chick, License Services Manager

One recommendation CPW officials have for hunters is to be sure and read all directions on the website before applying. There are video tutorials and step by step guides for setting up accounts.

One of the primary challenges customers are facing is when they create a new profile rather than looking up their CID number. The information to make the online application process work is there, but it is critical that people take the time to read it before they start. — Bradley Gabrielski, CPW Call Center Coordinator

Gabrielski says hunters with questions, or those that may not have experience with computers, have several options to get help with their application. They can come into one of CPW’s offices located across the state, contact the CPW Call Center at 1-303-297-1192 or by calling the agency’s 24-hour hotline at 1-800-244-5613.

Agency staff are asking for customers to be patient when calling into an office, the CPW Call Center or the Aspira Call Center. Call volume is extremely high this time of year which is also why it is important to start the application process earlier rather than later.

We cannot stress enough that waiting until the last minute to apply is not recommended. Begin your application today. — said Chick

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March 31, 2018
Egg producers team up with Ronald McDonald House, local food banks

When: 9 a.m. to noon, Thursday, March 29

Where: Ronald McDonald Family Room at the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children (2001 N. High St. in Denver)

Contact: Eric Brown, (970) 415-2899,

The local farms that make up the Colorado Egg Producers (CEP) Association will once again be helping out the Easter Bunny this year in spreading the holiday sprit.

This week, the organization will be serving omelettes and other treats to families at the Ronald McDonald Family Room at the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children.

And this comes after CEP member farms partnered up with Feeding Colorado and our local food banks this past week, to donate more than 300,000 eggs — ensuring those in need will have eggs in time for the holiday. While this marks the 11th year in a row that CEP has partnered with Feeding Colorado for Easter, it’s estimated that Colorado’s local egg farms altogether donate about 1 million eggs annually to the state’s food banks through their regular donations year-round.

Members of the media are welcome and encouraged to attend the upcoming event at the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, where the Easter Bunny will also be on hand, in addition to the CEP representatives helping feed families in the Ronald McDonald Family Room.

CEP has been involved in a number of other efforts supporting the local Ronald McDonald House organization, having recently donated $30,000 to its radio-thon fundraiser in November.

“We’re truly blessed to partner with such wonderful organizations,” CEP Executive Director Bill Scebbi said. “Our local egg farms want to reach out make a difference in their communities, and collaborating with the likes of the Ronald McDonald House and Feeding Colorado makes our impact go farther.”

March 28, 2018
DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM HOSTS LOW SENSORY MORNINGS

Denver’s Aquarium will open early for Special Needs — once a month

WHAT:           For some adults and children with sensory sensitivity and special needs, the Downtown Aquarium’s exhibits can be a bit overwhelming. Join Downtown Aquarium Denver as they host Low Sensory Mornings on the second Sunday of every month beginning April 8 from 8:30 – 9:45 a.m.

The Aquarium will open an hour and a half early with a calmer, quieter setting, turning down the ambient sounds and turning up the lighting. These mornings will offer families that have children or other family members with special needs a subdued environment to participate in all the fun Downtown Aquarium Denver has to offer! The Aquarium will return to normal operations at 9:45 a.m.

COST: Exhibit entry purchased required.

WHEN:        8:30 – 9:45 a.m., Second Sunday of every month, April 8 through December 9, 2018

(April 8, May 13, June 10, July 8, August 12, September 9, October 14, November 11, December 9)

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

MORE INFO: For more information, please visit www.downtownaquarium.com

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March 27, 2018