News 2008-08-04 Andanh.com

Denver heads toward driest year on record Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
Denver is still on track for its driest year on record, surpassing the record set in 2002.

School safety center looks at fall startup Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
State officials hope the new Colorado School Safety Resource Center will be ready to address school safety issues as early as this fall.

Lafayette man, wife die in plane he built Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
A Lafayette man who died with his wife in a plane crash in Washington state had spent a decade building the plane.

In her own words: Viola Galvin Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
Viola Galvin rushed to help a burn victim who escaped from the Sunday morning fire that destroyed a home in the Roxborough neighborhood, leaving three people dead and one badly injured. She gave Rocky reporter April M. Washington the following account:

Five scramble to replace House speaker Romanoff Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
Colorado House Speaker Andrew Romanoff responded to bipartisan praise as term limits ended his House career by quipping that up to seven candidates were lining up to replace him.

3,000 racers Tri For The Cure Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
Taryn Young blasted past the finish line in Sunday's Tri For The Cure as her three young children looked on, dressed in custom T-shirts.

Ken Gordon to lead panel on elections Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
Veteran state lawmaker Ken Gordon will lead the Colorado Election Reform Commission, a new panel that will study voting systems and recommend changes to the state legislature.

Middle-of-the-night house fire shocks quiet Roxborough Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
The Roxborough neighborhood is a snapshot of typical - or perhaps, stereotypical - suburban life. There's an abundance of friendly neighbors, two-car garages and even the occasional American flag flying outside.

Voters interested in 2nd District race Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
A feisty and costly Democratic primary between three aggressive campaigns in the 2nd Congressional District could push turnout to record levels.

Englewood employee fired after internet sex sting arrest Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
A database administrator for the city of Englewood has been fired and faces felony charges for allegedly going online and setting up a sexual liaison with a purported underage girl in the middle of his work day.

Pigeon poo a big problem at downtown Denver park Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
The Park's pigeon problem is enough to make anyone fume in different languages.

Public radio will air stories from StoryCorps Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
Anyone could have been at Skyline Park on Friday being interviewed and having their stories recorded for all to hear.

GRIEGO: Tornado is past; trauma isn't Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
Here's the fact about the aftermath of natural disaster: Houses can be rebuilt. Businesses can be reopened. Stuff, as Cornerstone Drive resident Maggie Barnhill says, is just stuff.

Extra! Aug. 4 Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
News and notes from around Colorado

Dozing worker beats firing by city of Denver Mon, 04 Aug 2008 06:05:00 -0000
The attorney for a security guard who was fired because she repeatedly fell asleep on the job is threatening to sue the city of Denver "for a bunch of money" if it fights a reversal of her dismissal.

Part 1: The long haul in Iraq Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:24:00 -0000
Members of a Minnesota National Guard unit, including soldiers from Colorado and 34 other states, say their goodbyes to their loved ones, not knowing that they are about to depart on the longest deployment of the Iraq war.

David Byerly owned Lehrer's Flowers, loved skiing, golf Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:08:00 -0000
David Byerly, longtime owner and president of Lehrer's Flowers, one of the nation's largest retail floral chains, died July 27 in Denver. He was 58.

Gathering ends in tragedy for grieving son Sun, 03 Aug 2008 14:39:00 -0000
Three young people are dead in a fire that erupted suddenly this morning in a house where friends gathered to comfort a friend whose mother died Saturday.

It's not only hot, it's dry in Denver Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:53:00 -0000
Denver is on track for its driest year on record, surpassing the record set in 2002 during the worst of a statewide drought.

Live coverage at the scene Sun, 03 Aug 2008 18:08:00 -0000
Editor's note: We will be updating coverage periodically.

Obama says McCain campaign is cynical, not racist Sat, 02 Aug 2008 17:01:00 -0000
Democratic candidate Barack Obama said Saturday that Republican rival John McCain's campaign is not racist but is cynical in trying to divert voter attention from the real issues of the presidential campaign.

Ailing executive finds help, starts Web site to help others Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:05:00 -0000
Two decades ago, Sonja Torres was sick. She was sick from the allergies that had plagued her since she was a child, and she was sick of doctors telling her they were just chronic conditions that she would just have to live with and medicate for the rest of her life.

They're way too bright, some say of gadget LEDs Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:05:00 -0000
Twinkle, twinkle, little Internet router. And cell phone. And digital video recorder. And cable modem. And game console. And power strip. And TV - even though it's turned off.

Insurance companies roll out plans for driving-habit monitors Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:05:00 -0000
A high- tech monitoring device makes it possible to reduce insurance premiums for drivers who avoid jackrabbit starts and slam-on-the- brakes stops, an insurance company says.

Scrabulous scrambles to stay in the game Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:05:00 -0000
Scrabulous is back on Facebook, but now it has a new name, new rules and circular tiles that could help its makers skirt legal claims from the owners of Scrabble.

Viruses, spyware gain on legitimate Web sites Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:05:00 -0000
ICyber criminals are increasingly spreading viruses and spyware through legitimate Web sites, including social-networking and search services, a survey by a security-software maker found.

Project would rebuild Internet from scratch Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:05:00 -0000
A massive project to redesign and rebuild the Internet from scratch is inching along with $12 million in government funding and donations of network capacity by two major research organizations.

Nokia to double fund, target China, India Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:05:00 -0000
Nokia Corp. is more than doubling the size of its direct venture investment fund with an injection of $150 million, with a view to putting some of the money to use in India and China.

Mossberg mailbox: Some Dell models let you forgo software Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:05:00 -0000
Does any PC manufacturer offer an option to order a Windows PC without any extra software preinstalled?

Report: Broncos' Marshall will get three-game suspension Mon, 04 Aug 2008 04:57:00 -0000
It was reported during NBC's Hall of Fame Game broadcast Sunday night that Broncos receiver Brandon Marshall will receive a three-game suspension from the NFL for his violation of the personal conduct policy.

Broncos glad to have Bly in their corner Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:57:00 -0000
He is the surprise answer to a rather basic question. The one that asks: Who, exactly, led the Broncos in interceptions in 2007?

Favre officially will be a Packer again today Sun, 03 Aug 2008 16:37:00 -0000
The NFL announced Sunday that Brett Favre will be reinstated and added to the Green Bay Packers' active roster Monday.

Brennan passes Redskins to victory Mon, 04 Aug 2008 05:51:00 -0000
Rookie Colt Brennan threw two touchdown passes in the second half, leading new Washington coach Jim Zorn and the Redskins to a 30-16 victory over Indianapolis in Sunday night's Hall of Fame Game.

Zimmerman now a Hall member Sun, 03 Aug 2008 01:29:00 -0000
Calling himself “humbled and blessed,” tackle Gary Zimmerman became the second member of the Broncos to be enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday.

Goodell: Time to force Favre issue Sat, 02 Aug 2008 23:10:00 -0000
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell hopes to have Brett Favre’s standoff with the Green Bay Packers resolved by Monday, even if he has to force the issue.

Fight costs Panthers' Smith two games Sat, 02 Aug 2008 21:59:00 -0000
Receiver Steve Smith was suspended two games by the Carolina Panthers after a training camp fight with cornerback Ken Lucas.

Javon Walker told Raiders he wanted to retire Sat, 02 Aug 2008 20:42:00 -0000
Oakland Raiders receiver Javon Walker reportedly told the team he wanted to retire and offered to return his $11 million signing bonus before being talked out of it by owner Al Davis.

Practice is perfect for new Broncos kicker Prater Sat, 02 Aug 2008 19:09:00 -0000
In the day's lone practice, Matt Prater made all 10 of his field goals during the morning session, capping the period with a 68-yard attempt that would have been good from 5 yards deeper.

China ready to greet Olympians Sun, 03 Aug 2008 16:03:00 -0000
The official countdown clock in Tiananmen Square hits "4 Days To Go" today. More than 40 million potted flowers are in bloom everywhere, even along the center medians of gritty highways. And for several days, blue skies have taken the place of the usual gray smog.

For Rockies, NL worst is yet to come Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:29:00 -0000
The Rockies survived their second multiple-city winning trip of the season by holding on -- barely -- for a 3-2 victory against the Florida Marlins on Sunday afternoon at Dolphin Stadium.

Rockies report: Pitching reinforcements Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:18:00 -0000
Left-hander Valerio De Los Santos was told Sunday he is being taken off the major league roster after two starts in which he worked eight innings, gave up five runs and walked 11 batters. Manager Clint Hurdle said a relief pitcher will be called up for at least two days, until left-hander Jeff Francis is activated from the disabled list to start Wednesday. That could open the door for the Rockies to get a look at right-hander Steven Register, who is 5-2 with a team-high 16 saves and a 3.28 ERA in 48 games at Triple-A Colorado Springs.

Scouting report: Washington Nationals Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:32:00 -0000
A preview of the Rockies' upcoming series against the Washington Nationals.

Longtime Braves broadcaster Skip Caray dies at 68 Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:34:00 -0000
The Atlanta Braves say longtime broadcaster Skip Caray, the son of famous Chicago Cubs voice Harry Caray, has died in his sleep. He was 68 years old.

Griffey apologizes for throat-slash gesture Sun, 03 Aug 2008 03:48:00 -0000
Ken Griffey Jr. thanked Cincinnati Reds fans on Saturday for their support during his nine seasons in his hometown, and apologized to them for his throat-slash gesture last weekend.

Braves' Hudson out until 2009 Sun, 03 Aug 2008 03:21:00 -0000
Braves ace Tim Hudson wanted to test his arm one more time to convince himself that season-ending elbow ligament-replacement surgery was necessary. Now, he's convinced.

Marlins tag De Los Santos, Rockies Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:06:00 -0000
Ricky Nolasco struck out a career-high 13 and John Baker hit a two-run home run as the Florida Marlins beat the Rockies 5-3 on Saturday night.

Wagner card fetches $1.62 million Sat, 02 Aug 2008 22:42:00 -0000
An Arkansas man has bought a 1909 Honus Wagner baseball card for $1.62 million at a memorabilia auction in Chicago, a sports auction company said Saturday

Rapids lack finishing touch in exhibition Mon, 04 Aug 2008 05:42:00 -0000
With 12 games remaining in their Major League Soccer schedule, the Colorado Rapids find themselves on the outside of the league's clustered playoff picture.

Edwards' gamble pays off Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:44:00 -0000
Carl Edwards won the NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Pocono Raceway, gambling with a pit strategy that he thought would cost him the victory.

Karolyis' Olympics rise is gym dandy Mon, 04 Aug 2008 03:19:00 -0000
Looking back, trying to make sense of it all, Bela Karolyi barely can fathom what happened to him on that autumn day in 1976.

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