Posts Tagged ‘night’

2013 Mazda 3 Grand Touring Sedan

Photo & Review by Stu Wright Japanese manufacturer Mazda Motor Corporation has been around since 1920 and has been selling vehicles in the United States since 1970.  They are noted for having sold Wankel-rotary powered cars all over the world, a design that suffered a setback during the 1973 oil crisis.  It remains an option [...]

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Five Days with the 2013 Mazda CX-5 AWD Crossover

Photos & Review by Stu Wright      1st  The first impression of this car was good.  Front visibility!  Nimble and quick, I had to check the specs to see it had no turbo.  Black everywhere, but that’s OK; it looks pretty.  The leather front buckets are supportive, and in the back there appears to be [...]

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Obama uses Newtown tragedy to raise campaign funds

by Peter Grady –   An email by the Obama campaign about the Newtown school shooting directs people to a page featuring a button asking for donations.   On Dec. 14, Adam Lanza, 20, breaking multiple gun laws, murdered 20 children and six adults at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., Following the [...]

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2012 Lexus CT200h FWD Premium Hybrid

Photos & Review by Stu Wright The CT series sedan was introduced by Lexus in March of 2011.  Last week I tested a 2012 model of this hybrid vehicle, a “Premium” edition with a Nebula Gray Pearl paint job.  Since its introduction, I have been paying a little extra attention to the car, mostly because [...]

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Healthy habits for going back to school

WELD COUNTY, CO – Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment offers health tips to students who will be heading back to school after summer vacation to keep them healthy.   School supplies: check.  New backpack: check.  Haircut: check.  But what about healthy habits?  While students think about back-to-school shopping, new teachers, and homework, [...]

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Obama administration told officials to back off Occupy protesters

by Peter Grady –   Despite repeated claims to the contrary, newly released documents reveal that the administration told the General Services Administration (GSA) to go easy on Occupy Wall Street protesters in Portland last year. The documents include an e-mail exchange between DHS/National Protection and Programs Directorate Chief of Staff Caitlin Durkovich and GSA [...]

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2012 Nissan Juke SV AWD Sport Cross

Photos & Review by Stu Wright The word “juke” has multiple meanings, but in sports parlance, to juke is to feign or fake out, as, for instance, a running back might do.  I suppose that is what Nissan had in mind when naming the mini-crossover that they introduced in 2010.  I had one last week [...]

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Jessie Jerke’s story to be featured on Mystery Diagnosis

by Peter Grady –   A local family will have their daughter’s plight with an unnamed illness that eventually took her life featured on Mystery Diagnosis, Monday evening, July 16.   In 2009, Jessie Jerke became dizzy following a root canal. A mystery illness soon overcame her body. Despite trips to multiple doctors at the [...]

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Vindication: Mainstream media discovers Reese right about Broadmoor

Denver station discovers story Gazette covered last year by Jack Minor –   Former Greeley/Evans District 6 school board member Brett Reese says a recent story by a Denver television station was a perfect example of the type of fiscal mismanagement he tried to fight while serving on the board. In a May 3 article [...]

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Better communications will turn voters for republicans

by Craig Masters Practicing new skills in communication is critical for election success How to better communicate in one-on-one situations was the topic of the first of two free classes offered by the conservative Windsor based group, Right Turn Colorado. The goal is to help the volunteers who will be pounding the pavement for their [...]

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Obama’s Fallon appearance may have violated campaign law

Last night, President Obama appeared on Jimmy Fallon’s unwatchable show to “slow-jam the news.” By this, Fallon meant that Obama would read a campaign speech about student loans, Fallon would utter a few lines to back him up every so often, and his lead band singer would warble in support of Obama’s propaganda. Only one [...]

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2012 Toyota Prius V Auto Review

by Stu Wright       The new, bigger, Toyota Prius V (vee) was introduced in our country in October of 2011. It was designed as a station wagon/multi-purpose vehicle to complement the Prius lineup.  The Prius has been around since 1997 and is America’s number one selling hybrid.  In fact, it accounted for almost 51% [...]

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Report documents women murdered for not having abortions

Pro-life leader says abortion community ignores issue Crutcher by Peter Grady – A new report reveals the violent side of the pro-abortion movement with women being murdered for not being willing to undergo the procedure. The report, Under-the-Radar Violence in the Conflict Over Abortion was produced by Life Dynamics, a pro-life group that conducts abortion [...]

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Help for the homeless has arrived in Greeley

  -   The Guadalupe Community Center is north of Island Park by Craig Masters    – The generosity of Weld County residents is being prudently invested and professionally managed at the new Guadalupe Community Center. The result is a chance for a fresh start for men, women, and families who might otherwise be living in the [...]

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Great American Smokeout – Thursday, Nov. 17th

Staff Reports – Weld County – This year the community will join together to celebrate the Great American Smokeout on Thursday November 17, 2011.  Millions of people make the pledge to quit tobacco every year during the Great American Smokeout, and it can be the first step to successfully quit tobacco for good. The Great [...]

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Evans teen missing since Halloween back home safely with family

  by Jack Minor –       An Evans teenager who was missing since Halloween has been safely returned to her family, the Gazette has learned.   Sheala Edwards was last seen on Halloween night when she was trick or treating with her friends. Several witnesses said they saw her get into a black [...]

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Auto Review

The Scion xB   By Stu Wright Toyota Motor Corporation decided in the late 90’s that they had a desire to market more vehicles to young Americans, and thus started a division called Scion.  Scion means “descendant”, and the goal was to create a new car within a car company, and the original models put [...]

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The Home Team is losing: we need a new coach

There is exhausting news coverage about which quarterback the Denver Broncos should be playing. Now there is even a fan with a growing following of his own who are intent on buying billboard advertising to encourage the Broncos to substitute their player choice for the current starter. How stupid is that? The business of professional [...]

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Washington monument closed to public forever, hurricane on the way

  by Jack Minor – The Washington Monument will be closed indefinitely, after engineers found a crack near the top of the structure following Tuesday’s earthquake just 84 miles outside the city. The National Park Service said the closing was necessary to keep the public safe. The 5.8 magnitude earthquake also damaged three  pinnacles at [...]

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Prevent theft before it happens to you

Greeley Police offer tips to repel criminalsby Vanessa Dominguez Summertime has seemed to ignite the theft bug in many criminals. But before you order “Trunk Monkey” - the hilarious commercial  of a monkey-in-the-trunk-protector,  consider the following points. According to Greeley police spokesman, Sergeant Joe Tymkowych, people can ensure they are not a victim of theft by [...]

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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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School board needs to work on issues, stop attacking each other

Gazette Opinion Much like the line for popular concert tickets or Black Friday sales, the line for student applications to the recently approved West Ridge Academy is expected to begin forming outside the night before. Why would parents stand in line all night just to get an application to a school? The answer is as [...]

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The Rant

I believe the Republicans lost last in week’s “government shutdown” fiasco. The Republicans should have allowed the government to shutdown for as long as necessary to get a balanced budget and stop the Washington gravy train once and forever. So pardon me if I do not dance up and down for joy because the politicians [...]

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Taste of Weld County to benefit C.A.R.E

Child Advocacy Resource and Education Inc (c.a.r.e.) is celebrating Child Abuse prevention month in April with our 23rd Annual First National Bank Taste Of Weld County.  Join us and over 25 of Weld County’s finest restaurants for a night of family fun!  c.a.r.e. is a non-profit in Weld County dedicated to our mission of “Strengthening [...]

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The Shoot Out: State of the Union- Invest or Stop Spending?

By Mike Bauman “The Shoot Out” will be an on-going column asking for reader opinion on topics of the day.  Let’s have an on-topic debate about the issues, NOT your fellow posters. Today:  In last night’s State of the Union Address, President Obama called for a number of “investments” and also a freeze on domestic spending.  What [...]

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5 Tips to Prevent Theft During the Holidays

By Mike Bauman As the holidays approach, thieves go into over-drive, looking for easy targets to fill their own stockings.  What follows are some tips to keep your treasures safe from these Grinches. 1)  Keep a radio and light on when you’re not home. Thieves like easy, safe targets.  They often approach houses in an [...]

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Speech to Mayor Norton

by Vanessa Dominguez The following speech was given by Carlos Archuletta, a seventh grader at Brentwood Middle School, to the City Council Tuesday October 26th: “You know it really bothered me to hear at the last meeting that whatever you decide to do with the bus the people will still ride it. Yes, that is [...]

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Twas the night before elections

Twas the night before elections And all through the town Tempers were flaring Emotions all up and down! I, in my bathrobe With a cat in my lap Had cut off the TV Tired of political crap. When all of a sudden There arose such a noise I peered out of my window Saw Obama [...]

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Recent Video and Audio

made possible because of supporters like youListen to the Riesberg, Boswell Debate, which was recorded live Friday night August 27, 2009 6pm. Share on Facebook

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Feeding your toddler solid foods

by Vanessa Dominguez You may be wondering when to start feeding your baby solid foods. By four to six months of age, your baby’s energy needs increase and she will need additional nutrients to keep her strong and healthy. Starting with baby cereal, a single or whole grain is recommended. You can mix the cereal [...]

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Tips for Cooling your Home

By Mike Bauman As temperatures soar, so do electric bills.  Here are some tips to help you stay cool at home while saving money on your cooling bills. Close Your Curtains.  Heavy curtains or shades on the windows on the south and west side of your home can help keep your house cooler.  Keep the [...]

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Driving for Dinner

By: Mike Bauman This week’s date involves getting several couples to cooperate for a progressive dinner.  You will need to cooperate with at least two other couples.  These can be people from church, work, your kid’s school, or other acquaintances. Before the Date: Get all couples together for a game or movie night (another date [...]

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Dates on a Dime: Good Old-Fashioned Drive-in

By: Mike Bauman Catching a drive-in movie can be a fun, inexpensive, and romantic get-away.  Most drive-in movies are double features, but be warned; the second show is typically not over until the wee hours of the morning. In northern Colorado, just about the only choice for a drive-in movie theater is the Holiday Twin [...]

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Road Kill Sports Grill

By Rebekah Elliott Locally owned, Road Kill Sports Grill really has that small town bar feel. It is a sports bar with many TVs’ so no game is missed, friendly bartenders, and 6 beers on draft. This is a place where it would be easy to become a regular as it just has that easy [...]

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Developing Good Sleep Habits

By Vanessa Dominguez When you have a new baby, the first thing you learn to live without is a lot of sleep. During the first months, your baby needs to eat every few hours, making it hard to get a restful night’s sleep. However, there are ways to get your little bundle of joy on [...]

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