Posts Tagged ‘hand’

Adultery joins list of Democrat approved behaviors.

By Craig Masters Denver, March 22, 2013 The political party that forced into law the mandatory acceptance of the sexual behavior of homosexuals now claims it wants to stay out of people’s bedrooms! Democrats who sponsored the bill to legalize adultery claimed that is their position. But the very opposite seems to be the case [...]

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2013 Lexus LS460 F Sport RWD Sedan

Photos and Review by Stu Wright This past week I was presented a 2013 Lexus LS460 F Sport four-door sedan for testing while travelling in and around Phoenix, AZ on a working vacation.  It was painted Starfire Pearl (white) metallic and inside it was trimmed in black perforated leather.  Of course, the car seats five [...]

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First Clinton, now Obama move China decades forward with America’s technology

by Craig Masters If the Bernie Madoff ponzi scheme was the greatest financial theft in history, the Obama stimulus money for green energy is a close second and closing. The latest losses to American taxpayers is the selling of ‘green energy’ battery leader, A123. Regardless of the outcome of the current round of intense lobbying [...]

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“Java” – 2013 Nissan Altima 3.5 SV 4-Door Sedan

Photos & Review by Stu Wright     Al Hirt, famed New Orleans trumpeter and bandleader, owned a bar on Bourbon Street in the 60’s, and I’m sure I was in it at some point while serving in the Air Force nearby.  My favorite watering hole, however, was Larry & Katz (pictured), an establishment a few [...]

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Housing Market Still Shaky, FHA Problems Multiply

by Mike McCune –   Over the past few months the media has been painting a rosy picture of the housing market. The Administration has been suspiciously quiet and reticent about the housing sector though. That means trouble somewhere.   It was the bursting housing market that initiated the economic downturn in October 2007. Those [...]

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Evan Senior Center 7/8/2012

CALLING ALL VETS….Our next meeting will be August 4th at the Golden Corral in Evans/Greeley at 7:30 a.m.   Come and join us for fellowship, fun and breakfast. Since our caterer for Friday lunch will be out of town on the third Friday in July or July 20th to be exact so we will not have [...]

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“Rocky Mountain Driving Experience” – 2012

by Stu Wright Author at High Plains Raceway     This last week I had the pleasure of participating in the 2012 Rocky Mountain Driving Experience, which kicked off in Denver, near DIA.  It was the third annual edition of the affair, but my first.  About three dozen journalists from four states attended, and 32 cars and [...]

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Affinity for Infiniti – 2012 G25x AWD Sedan

Photos & Review by Stu Wright I have been presented three Infiniti automobiles for review, and must say I have enjoyed them all.  The least expensive of those three was brought over last week, the G25x all-wheel drive four-door sedan.  Infiniti is the luxury division of Nissan Motor Company, and has been shipping cars to [...]

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AP head hints at type of campaign coverage to expect in local outlets

All but endorses Obama at meetingby Jack Minor– An analyst with a media watchdog group says the chairman of the Associated Press sent strong signals as to the type of coverage to expect by the majority of media outlets this campaign season. The Associated Press is the major source of news for tens of thousands [...]

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Evans Senior Center April 8-15

Staff Reports –   by Betty Grauberger   What a wonderful response we have had to our upcoming Fall Color trip to the beautiful ISLE OF COUDRES in the Charlevoix Region of Quebec, Canada in the St. Lawrence Seaway.   If you have never been to this area, we would encourage you to come along especially [...]

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Evans Senior Center 3/20/2012

by Betty Grauberger   New York City participants……your pre-trip meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 27th at approximately 12:30 p.m. at the City of Evans Community Complex.   You will need to attend or have someone pick up your paperwork on that day.   Senior Breakfasts are once again on the first Thursday each month here at [...]

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Evans Senior Center 3/7/2012

by Betty Grauberger   New York City participants……your pre-trip meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 27th at approximately 12:30 p.m. at the City of Evans Community Complex.   You will need to attend or have someone pick up your paperwork on that day. Senior Breakfasts are once again on the first Thursday each month here at [...]

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Udall, ACLU attempted sleight of hand with opposition to military bill

Proposed amendment would have done what they said they opposed bill for by Peter Grady – The U.S. Senate passed a bill that the ACLU and Sen. Mark Udall said would allow the military to detain Americans on our own soil. S. 1867, the National Defense Authorization bill was opposed by President Obama, the American [...]

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Potatos rule in Greeley

Saturday, September 10, 2011, Greeley’s Centennial Park will be center of the potato universe. No, the President won’t actually be there in person, but he does send his best wishes to the friends of the Greeley museums, who sponsor this annual event as a major fund raiser. This is an affordable festival the whole family [...]

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General Motors Likely to Regain Number 1 Spot

By Mike Bauman A scant three years after filing bankruptcy and receiving a huge government bailout, General Motors is likely to overtake Japan’s Toyota for the world’s biggest automaker in 2011.  GM’s status was boosted by the earthquake and tsunami that ravaged Japan and disrupted Toyota’s production.  In addition, GM has gained a stronger market [...]

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Board member accused of sexual harassment for complimenting teacher’s wedding ring

Board closes meeting, despite Reese’s call for openness and transparency Story and Photo By Jack Minor   The District 6 board of education held a closed meeting to discuss actions to take against Brett Reese following an anonymous sexual harassment claim after he complimented an older Winograd first grade teacher on her wedding ring.   The board announced a public [...]

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Doctors vs Guns: Which is more dangerous?

By Mike Bauman Taken from a recent email: Doctors (A) The number of physicians in the U.S. is 700,000. (B) Accidental deaths caused by physicians per year are 120,000. (C) Accidental deaths per physician is 0.171. Statistics courtesy of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Now think about this: Guns (A) The number of gun [...]

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Outlook for Elk Hunters Good this Year

By Mike Bauman According to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (www.Elk101.com), this year should be a good one for Colorado elk hunters. “The past two falls have been cursed with warm weather. In the northwest where many of the bigger bulls roam, elk migration didn’t even begin until after regular rifle seasons were over. Couple [...]

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Things My Grandpa Taught Me: How to Sharpen a Knife

By Mike Bauman There are certain life skills that many young people today don’t have.  They are the things my grandpa taught me.  They include values such as respect and work ethic.  They also include skills like shooting a rifle and building a fire. In this article, we will discuss the skill of knife sharpening.  [...]

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If you love your kids – spank

More children “spoiled”John Unniawn This is a booklet I have nothing to gain in writing. My motivation to write is weak; in fact I have put it off for months as a non-priority. I should mind my own business. –I know. Disciplining children is like religion; everybody thinks they’re right. As I raise my children, [...]

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Chevy Cruze Review

Auto Review By Stu Wright I picked up the new 2011 Chevy Cruze at Ghent Motors here in Greeley and immediately headed east on Highway 34. My first impression (of the car) was one of a solid feel, especially for a compact made in Lordsville, Ohio. Quiet, too, with tire noise about all that can [...]

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Eufelio Telesfor Segura

May 7, 1927 ~ January 6, 2011 Eufelio Telesfor Segura of Nunn died January 6, 2011 at his home.  He was born May 7, 1927 in Maes, New Mexico to Juan and Jesusita “Susie” (Sandoval) Segura. Eufelio was reared and educated in New Mexico. He married Lucia Aragon on September 8, 1948 in Wagon Mound, [...]

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Consumers buying used to save money this Christmas

By Mike Bauman As holiday shopping reaches a fevered pitch, many consumers are turning to used items to fill Christmas lists without breaking the bank. A recent check of local pawn shops and second hand stores has revealed some tremendous bargains and trends, especially in the area of video games.  Wii gaming systems, sold new [...]

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Psalm 37: a Reminder

1-2 Don’t bother your head with braggarts or wish you could succeed like the wicked. In no time they’ll shrivel like grass clippings and wilt like cut flowers in the sun. 3-4 Get insurance with God and do a good deed, settle down and stick to your last. Keep company with God, get in on [...]

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Arc makes presentation to Evans city council

Photo and Story By Jack Minor In an evening with a full agenda of items including regulating mobile home parks and changes to the city borders, members of Arc of Weld County greeted the Evans City Council on August 17, thanking the city for their support. Following the swearing in of Jennifer Proctor as the [...]

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Adamson Blood Drive

Staff Reports Giving the gift of blood is a simple way to make a big difference.  Each year John Seitz, owner of Adamson Funeral and Cremation Services, hosts the Adamson Blood Drive held in honor of someone who is making a difference in our community.  Last year, the inaugural year, the drive was held in [...]

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TV’s M*A*S*H* “Radar O’Reilly” has mission to turn America back to God

By Jack Minor The Korean War veteran who was the model for the MASH character Radar O’Reilly, is on a mission to turn America back to God from his farm in Indiana. Howard Lower and his wife raise corn, beans and wheat on about 200 acres and have a herd of 25-30 ponies for their [...]

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The Rant

Guest Column By Mike McCune President Obama recently put into his remarks to a high school graduating classes  about the need of “being careful how you read things because there is a lot of misinformation out there.” He should know better than anyone in America because he spreads more micro-managed manure every time he opens his mouth than [...]

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FD Car Show:

The Good Times Car Club of Greeley held its 28th annual Fathers Day Car Show. The car show started at J.B.’s Drive In and then the cars participated in a Poker Run driving to different locations and picking up cards to equal a poker hand. The Poker Rune ended at St. Michaels Square where awards [...]

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Toddler Anatomy Lessons made fun

By Vanessa Dominguez Will your toddler bring you a toy if you ask for it by name? Does he ask for things by pointing? These are signs he is ready to play the name your body part game. There are several fun ways you can teach him the names and location of his body parts. [...]

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Children learn firearm safety at shooting expo

By Jack Minor Families from all over Northern Colorado had an opportunity to learn firearm safety and test fire various firearms at the 4th annual Family Shooting Sports Expo last weekend in Galeton. The event was hosted by the Weld County Fish and Wildlife Department at the High Plains Shooting Range. The range, a members [...]

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FISHING DERBY FUN FOR KIDS AND THEIR FAMILIES

Even without the fish By Jim Frazier Most of the fish in Sanborn Lake survived Saturday’s fishing derby. Perhaps our finned friends frolicked in the warm sun in the center of the lake, or studied how to avoid fisherman in school, but the 2000 rainbow trout stocked by the Colorado Department of Wildlife were not [...]

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Evans Fireman Suits Up to Teach Kids

By  Mike Bauman Children have long idolized firefighters.  They are awestruck by the shiny trucks and the uniforms and the equipment.  Unfortunately, when it comes to teaching fire safety, sometimes the flash outshines the message and children remember the sirens and the lights, but not the things they were taught. In 2008, Evans Firefighter Shawn [...]

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Police Use of Force

Why, How, and WhenBy Mike Bauman It is a difficult truth that police officers sometimes have to use force in the performance of their duties. Most often police use of force ends with no injuries and a safe arrest. At other times, it can end with serious injuries or even death. All police departments have [...]

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Missionary Manner: bringing people off the streets and into shelter

By Vanessa Dominguez Missionary Manor held their Inaugural Fundraising Breakfast last Thursday at the First Presbyterian Church in Greeley. Joe Tennessen  gave the keynote address in which he stated that non-profit groups like Missionary Manor and Habitat for Humanity are both working to better our community.  They are not in competition with one and other. [...]

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