Today's News

Spring cleaning got a helping hand on Saturday when area residents took advantage of the third annual Spring Fling It recycling festival.

Residents recycled a host of items including electronics, scrap metal, bicycles and crutches, and several recyclers said it felt good to get the items out of their houses.

“Where else can I go to get rid of (these items),” asked Conifer resident Max Bible, who recycled two televisions and other items. “I think this is fabulous because it’s better than taking it to the landfill.”

West Jefferson Middle School was evacuated about 1:30 p.m. Tuesday when an unlabeled chemical bottle was found inside the school during a routine inspection, said Melissa Reeves of Jeffco Public Schools.

Members from Evergreen Fire/Rescue and the Adams-Jefferson County Hazmat team responded and destroyed the material. Reeves said she didn’t know where in the school the chemical bottle was found.

All students and staff were reported to be safe and unharmed, and Reeves said that West Jefferson Middle would be open for school on Wednesday.

The beat of the drum creates a rhythmic trance. The colors of the dancers’ costumes and feathers cascade in the strong breeze. The bells on the costumes ring in unison with the beat. The drums and singing get louder. 

The 13th annual Tesoro Cultural Center Indian Market and Powwow took over The Fort restaurant in Morrison last weekend. The more than 3,000 attendees were treated to traditional Native American culture, dance, food and art.

Inside tents at the third annual Veterans Rendezvous in Conifer Community Park on Saturday were a host of service providers ready to assist those who have served in the military.

From the 9Health Fair blood screenings to the Freedom Service Dogs organization, veterans who attended the event had a variety of support systems from which to choose.