FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1864, Colonel John Chivington led the Sand Creek Massacre, killing around 230 Cheyenne and Arapaho, despite Chief Black Kettle’s efforts for peace.  Welcome to our post-Thanksgiving Friday holiday edition, a bit shorter than usual while we load up on leftovers. Today we dive into the holiday season […]

Thursday, November 28, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1955, the 1956 NFL Draft took place in Philadelphia. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected quarterback and safety Gary Glick from Colorado State University as the No. 1 overall pick. Happy Thanksgiving! We hope that your holiday is filled with gratitude and joy. Before diving into your […]

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1919, Colorado’s Western Slope was hit by a historic Thanksgiving snowstorm, bringing over 40 inches of snow to the region.  Today, we’re covering a UFO spotted over Colorado Springs. Speaking of covering, we want to know how you prefer to eat your Thanksgiving feast in […]

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1922, Charles Schulz, the cartoonist and creator of Peanuts, was born in Minnesota. In 1951, Schulz and his family moved to Colorado Springs in an effort to help him overcome writer’s block. The first collection of Peanuts comics was published the following year, in 1952.  […]

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1862, the U.S. Treasury completed the $25,000 purchase of Clark, Gruber & Co., a private minting firm founded in 1859 during Colorado’s gold rush. This acquisition laid the groundwork for establishing Denver’s first U.S. branch mint.  Come on down! A recent Colorado graduate makes her Price […]

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1989, the City and County of Denver broke ground on Denver International Airport (DIA), marking the beginning of its journey to replace the aging Stapleton Airport.  Travel takes center stage in today’s edition, with a busy weekend forecast, potential weather impacts on next week’s travel, […]

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1882, the first Denver & Rio Grande Railway (D&RG) train arrived in Grand Junction seven minutes before 5 p.m. The D&RG was built by William Jackson Palmer, a former Union cavalry general.  Today we’re highlighting where you can find cheap gas as Thanksgiving travel heats […]

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 2021, The Power of Horses exhibit opened at the History Colorado Center, showcasing the impact of horses on Colorado communities.  Today we’re covering Pepsi and Winkie, the Assistant Burrow Mascots at Colorado School of Mines. Cast your vote for your favorite Colorado mascot in our […]

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1932, Colorado State University’s fight song, the Aggie Fight Song, made its debut during a football game against the University of Utah.  Did you happen to see the mysterious string of lights in the sky over the weekend? The mystery is solved in our Top […]

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2024 Good morning! On this date in 1939, American minimalist composer Tom Johnson was born in Greeley. His works include An Hour for Piano, The Four Note Opera, and Nine Bells.  Trump has tapped a Colorado-based CEO for Energy Secretary. Learn more in our Top Stories.  Learn more about today’s sponsor, Med-X, which […]