NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Good morning! On this day in 1914, the first Colorado-based chapter of the American Red Cross was chartered. Today there are four chapters in Colorado that provide disaster relief, lifesaving skills, and support for military families.

Happy Veterans Day! Today we celebrate all of the brave men and women who served our country and fought for our freedom. You are appreciated beyond words.

Colorado Hit With Heavy November Snowfall

Heavy snowfall fell across the state last week, marking one of the snowiest Novembers ever recorded in Denver.

As of Saturday morning, 20 inches of snow had accumulated at Denver International Airport, nearly three times the 7.3 inches that Denver typically receives in November.

The heaviest hit areas were southern and eastern Colorado with the deepest snow measured at 54.9 inches in Custer County.

River basins in southwestern Colorado are recording a combined 344% of the normal snowpack for this time of the year. Meteorologists say that’s likely to offer relief from summer and fall drought conditions.

DIA to Close Bridge Security Overnight

Denver International Airport announced that the A-bridge and Ansbacher Hall will close from 6 p.m. to 4 a.m., Monday through Thursday nights, starting today.

This closure, part of an ongoing construction project through late 2025, will convert the Bridge Security Checkpoint area into a secure zone accessible only to screened passengers.

During these hours, travelers heading to Concourse A will need to use the train, as TSA will cease regular staffing at the Bridge Security checkpoint by Dec. 9. Screening equipment will remain as a contingency, though lanes will generally not be staffed.

This project, aimed at expanding capacity, will ultimately support DIA’s goal of serving 100 million annual passengers by 2027. In the long term, DIA also plans to add up to 100 additional gates to accommodate growing travel demand.

Veterans Day Events Across Colorado

An array of Veterans Day events across Colorado will honor all those who have served in the military.

Events include Colorado Air National Guard F-16 flyovers over Loveland, Longmont, Westminster, and Lakewood. Rocky Mountain National Park is offering free entry and veterans will receive free access to all Colorado state parks throughout the day.

The Loveland Veterans Day parade will start at 11:11am this morning with a route through downtown Loveland.

And in Fort Collins, a permanent tribute to veterans at Veterans Plaza consists of stone walls embedded with large LCD monitors scrolling the names of more than 7000 veterans and information about them.

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➤ Denver: Denver Public Schools may close or restructure 10 schools amid declining enrollment, saving $30 million and impacting nearly 4,000 seats. A board vote set for Nov. 21. (More)

➤ Boulder: Officials warn of increased mountain lion activity this late fall and winter, urging residents to avoid attracting them and to follow safety steps if encounters occur. (More)

➤ Northern Front Range: Permits for cutting Christmas trees in Colorado’s Arapaho and Roosevelt national forests are available for $20 through Jan. 7. Cutting zones vary by location. (More)

➤ Rocky Mountain National Park: Rocky Mountain National Park will continue timed-entry reservations in 2025 to reduce crowding. Visitors of the park can select from two reservation options. (More)

➤ Colorado Springs: Recent snowstorms postponed a hearing for funeral home owners accused of storing 190 bodies and providing fake ashes to families. The hearing is rescheduled for Nov. 22. (More)

➤ Rifle: Colorado Parks and Wildlife met with county representatives from Rio Blanco, Garfield, Eagle and Pitkin counties to plan the winter release of 10-15 gray wolves from Canada, focusing on site criteria and conflict mitigation. (More)

➤ The Denver Broncos lost 14-16 after the Kansas City Chiefs blocked Will Lutz’s 35-yard field goal attempt as time expired, thwarting the Broncos’ comeback bid. (See Highlights)

➤ No. 21 Colorado Buffalos defeated Texas Tech 41-27, with Shedeur Sanders throwing two TDs and running for a score, while Travis Hunter added a touchdown. Colorado now stands at 7-2, bolstering its bid for the Big 12 Championship. (More)

➤ Texas Tech fans threw tortillas onto the field during the Colorado game, leading Coach Joey McGuire to take the mic and ask them to stop. (Watch)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: NFL | NCCAF | NBA | NHL | PGA | NASCAR | NCAAM | NCAAF

➤ Thousands will receive restitution checks from Wyatts Towing after a $1 million settlement revealed years of illegal towing fees and unlicensed practices. (More)

➤ Denver Mayor Mike Johnston conceded Ballot Issue 2R’s narrow defeat, with voters rejecting the affordable housing tax increase by a 51% margin. About 30,000 ballots remain. (More)

➤ Loveland’s new $22 million terminal at Northern Colorado Regional Airport drew hundreds at its opening, with officials aiming to attract commercial airline service and boost local economy. (More)

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➤ Denver’s Mile High Tree, a seven-story LED-lit holiday attraction, returns to Civic Center Park Nov. 22, showcasing light shows nightly through Dec. 23. Entry is free. (More)

➤Emmett, the beloved grizzly bear at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs, delighted visitors by lounging and catching snowflakes. (Watch the video)

➤ Colorado’s Distillery 291 won top craft whiskey honors at the 2024 Spirits Competition for its Aspen Stave Whiskey. Taluna’s Arvada-made pot still whiskey was also a finalist. (More)