Now that the festivities of Halloween have passed, it's time to take down the decorations, put away the costumes, binge on the leftover candy, and toss out those crafty pumpkins. If you want to avoid tossing the pumpkin in the trash, other options make it easy and are better for the environment. Here's how you can get rid of old pumpkins. Composting One of the most environmentally friendly options is...
Kraft Heinz is recalling over 83,000 cases of individually-wrapped Kraft Singles American cheese slices due to a choking hazard. The issue was caused by a faulty wrapping machine that may leave a thin strip of plastic on the slice even after the wrapper has been removed. The recalled cheese slices have the following UPC code: 0 2100061526 1 and a "Best When Used By" date of January 10, 2024, through...
The city of Littleton, Colorado, is planning to redevelop the site of a low-cost senior housing complex near downtown. The current complex, called Geneva Village, is in need of extensive repairs and is at risk of asbestos contamination. “I love Geneva Village. I really do,” resident Robyn Bernstein told Denver7. “I love the trees, the birds, the wildlife, the gateway to the city. I think it’s just beautiful.” The city...
JBS USA, one of the largest beef processors in the United States, has recalled over 64,000 pounds of ground beef due to possible E. coli contamination. The recalled beef was produced on September 15 and 16, 2023, and has an establishment number of "EST. 969." These 80-pound cases containing 10-pound plastic tubes (chubs) are being recalled: "90050 BEEF FINE GROUND 81/19" with lot code D123226026; "20473 BEEF HALAL FINE GROUND...
As temperatures start to cool off and the seasons change, critters will find their way into your home for the colder seasons. While most spiders are harmless, there are plenty to worry about. Depending on your region, worldwide there are more poisonous spiders in warmer climates than in colder ones. Here in the U.S., there are more than 3,000 spider species. Here are three dangerous spiders in Denver to look...
Thanks to a recent study by WiseVoter, Colorado ranks in the top three of the least obese states in the United States. Credit it to the amazing outdoor life, the thriving health-conscious culture, or the weather. Colorado snags the No.3 spot on the list. Beating out Massachusetts that comes in at No.4 and right behind Hawaii at No.2, with No.1 belonging to the District of Columbia. “It is interesting to...
Your dip in Cherry Creek will have to wait. On Thursday, the Chatfield State Park and Cherry Creek State Park were closed due to high levels of E. coli after a quarterly test showed “unsafe bacteria levels.” Chatfield swimming access is closed due to elevated E. coli levels. We'll continue to gather water samples and update when swimming is allowed.https://t.co/5EaIOl7jsS pic.twitter.com/N7TsMwBmj2 — CPW NE Region (@CPW_NE) July 6, 2023 “The...
Summer calls for random storms, warmer weather, and plenty of bugs. While we want to explore the outdoors more during the summer, spraying yourself with bug repellent before going outside is always best. In a recent report, the West Nile virus has been found in mosquitoes in four Colorado counties. KDVR reports the infected areas are Boulder, Delta, Weld, and Larimer Counties. “The risk of infection is highest for people...
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