Animas River Spill Situation

Yesterday the governor issued an Executive Order declaring a disaster emergency for the release of toxic chemicals from the Gold King Mine into southwest Colorado’s Animas River. The accidental spill (Search hits: 3 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 1201.02)

Fire Bans, Burning Restrictions, and Fireworks in Colorado

…and safety tips, see the DFPS’s Fireworks webpage. And after the holiday is over, if you have leftover fireworks, see this information from CDPHE on safe disposal of fireworks.  … (Search hits: 8 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 321.77)

Veterinary Medicine in Colorado

…veterinary medicine programs. These agencies have produced many informational resources on veterinary medicine and animal health. Some of the most helpful of these resources, available from our library, include: 2010… (Search hits: 9 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 1024.4)

Reviews of Colorado Books

The Center for Colorado and the West (CC&W) at the Auraria Library offers a website with lists and reviews of new books about Colorado.  While the primary focus is on… (Search hits: 1 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 990.55)

History of Colorado Medicine

…History   A Medical Gentleman: James J. Waring, M.D.   The University of Colorado School of Medicine: A Centennial History, 1883-1983   Health in Colorado: The First 100 Years  … (Search hits: 4 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 936.87)

Resources for Book Clubs on Indigenous Peoples’ Day…and beyond!

…were dying under mysterious circumstances, and many of those who dared to investigate the killings were themselves murdered. As the death toll rose, the newly created FBI took up the… (Search hits: 25 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 1 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 787.98)

Free Online Learning Opportunities for March 2024

…Presenters will review a variety of math tools from beginner level tools to tools that can help with advanced math. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.pacer.org/workshops/   Wednesday,… (Search hits: 114 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 712.59)

Indians of Colorado

…(2002); Report of the Native Americans Sacred Lands Forum; and Indian Water Rights in the West: A Study. There are many more publications on Colorado’s American Indians as well, so… (Search hits: 10 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 682.64)

New Report on the Health Effects of Marijuana

…in Colorado, reviews the findings of recent literature on the topic to outline the likely health effects of the substance, and offers recommendations for future data collection and response measures…. (Search hits: 3 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 644.15)

Marijuana Laws and Health Effects

…on its health effects.  CDPHE has issued numerous publications to educate consumers about the regulation and effects of marijuana.  Other agencies, such as the Department of Revenue, which oversees enforcement,… (Search hits: 2 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 624.73)

Time Machine Tuesday: Ute Indian Water Rights

Animas-La Plata Project This year marks the thirtieth anniversary of the federal government’s passage of the Colorado Ute Indian Water Rights Settlement Act of 1988. Three years prior, in 1985,… (Search hits: 5 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 605)

Free Online Learning Opportunities for May 2024

…prospect research techniques to increase the impact of your organization’s mission. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.nonprofitlearninglab.org/webinars Wednesday, May 8 (11am-12 pm) Double Your Grants: 7 Donor Engagement… (Search hits: 115 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 507.55)

For Immediate Release: CHNC’s Top Journeymen Editor reaches 100,000 words!

The Colorado State Library would like to congratulate Jude, CHNC’s Top Journeymen Editor, for correcting over 100,000 words found in the Colorado Historic Newspaper Collection (CHNC). Text correcting is a… (Search hits: 2 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 472.07)

General Mills 100,000 Book Giveaway!

…public to tell them which states should receive the books. To vote for the state you think is most in need of new books go to www.FirstBook.org/Scieszka and answer questions… (Search hits: 2 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 469.89)

Colorado History in 100 Objects

…attached to it. Therefore, just as objects can tell the story of an individual, they can also tell the story of our shared history and culture. With this in mind,… (Search hits: 1 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 462.99)

Rocky Mountain National Park — 100 Years

Rocky Mountain National Park celebrates its 100th birthday this year. This scenic destination also has a colorful history. In our library you can find several books that explore the history… (Search hits: 1 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 462.99)

Program Spotlight: Denver Public Library’s Battle of the Books

…follow their lead. To reach Dodie, email them at downes@denverlibrary.org Resources shared in this post include: Links to Denver Public Library’s webpages YouTube link for the Battle of the Books… (Search hits: 3 in body, 0 in title, 0 in categories, 1 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 464.99)

Ludlow 100th Anniversary

…who wanted recognition of their union. The Militia fired on the Colorado Fuel & Iron laborers at the Ludlow tent colony for 14 hours. It culminated with the torching of… (Search hits: 1 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 462.99)

Junior League of Denver 100th Anniversary

…Junior League of Denver. But what exactly is the League? The JLD is a women’s volunteer and charitable organization that was founded in Denver in 1918. (The first Junior League… (Search hits: 2 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 458.52)

Time Machine Tuesday: The State Office Building Turns 100

…The architect hired to design the State Office Building was William N. Bowman, who specialized in designing public buildings. First arriving in Denver in 1910, Bowman eventually designed courthouses for… (Search hits: 0 in body, 1 in title, 0 in categories, 0 in tags, 0 in other taxonomies, 0 in comments. Score: 453.92)