Hickenlooper’s Cabinet picks draw reactions ranging from “brilliant” to “ominous”
Gov.-elect John Hickenlooper’s announcement Monday that he was nominating a former union head as his labor director set off Republicans, who said the self-proclaimed pro-business moderate Democrat wasn’t acting like one.
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Summit Outside: Bird with a funny name
Ptarmigans have the distinction of being the only bird species in Colorado that lives year-round in the harsh environment above timberline. Why is ptarmigan (pronounced TAR-mi-gan) spelled with a “p”? That is one of the strangest bird names.
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Redskins drama endures, even with coach Shanahan
The 2010 Washington Redskins will be remembered for two catchphrases: “conditioning test” and “cardiovascular endurance.” Here’s another one worth noting, uttered by general manager Bruce Allen one year ago this week: “Last place two years in a row is not Redskins football.” As it turns out, Redskins football is now last place three years in a row.
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