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Time Trial Bike Race
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| Hey neighbors-
There will be a Time Trial bike race on Friday May 17th (this Friday) starting at 16:00 and ending at 18:30. They start from Heil Ranch and end just after Elliot's Pitch, outside of JT. The riders race the clock in 30 second intervals, so it's not a bunch or pack race, although riders may pass the rider ahead. There will be deputies assisting with intersections and traffic movement. Please plan accordingly! There will likely be delays. This will affect the home commute for most folks. This is a county permitted event. OBO'B's — 05:24 PM |
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Wild Children!!
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| Feral children take over!
If you’ve been to The Merc then you know that’s every day, but this Friday it’s official.
The kids of Jamestown will be running the Second Annual Kids Cafe. They’ll be dishin Salads, Mozzarella Sticks, Meat and White Veggie Lasagna.
Not making any promises but last year every entree came with a side of whipped cream.
Best of all we’ll be boogying to the sweet swing jazz of THE JEREMY MOHNEY BAND
But wait up!
Thursday we’ll be more civilized and having a blast listening to VIOLET BREEZE and dining on Chicken in Lemon Cream Sauce, Mushroom Risotto, Sautéed Spring Asparagus and Caesar Salad.
Wednesday Worlds most supportive Open Mic and Burgers.
Saturday Burrito Market
Sunday Brunch with everybody’s favorite brunch house band-
JOHN SHEPHERD AND THE FRONT PORCH POSSE
Always the place to be!
xoxoxoJamestown Merc — 04:50 PM |
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MOUNTAIN FOOD RESCUE
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| Hi all,
Please call me at
oh 3
for 43 Nein nine1 FORE -
and you will get rhubarb -
We'll figure it out ?RandyO — 04:23 PM |
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MOUNTAIN FOOD RESCUE
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| Hey Randy ~ Mr Greenjeans I presume! I saw two HUGE Rhubarb plants growing in Carly's yard across from the school
yesterday! Rhubarb must like snow and rain!John Hardman — 09:09 AM |
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MOUNTAIN FOOD RESCUE
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| Randy - Do you still have some available? If so, I would love some.
Dianadgaraghty — 08:59 AM |
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MOUNTAIN FOOD RESCUE
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Not Food Rescue, - but --
If you Need some Rhubarb for
Crisps, Upside-Down Cake,
Muffins, Bread, or Strawberry Rhubarb Pie, or any of the many things to do with Rhubarb ---
you need to let me know.
I have 2 lovely plants
(original cuttings) taken from an Old homesite near to JT, 30- 40 yrs ago who are Begging to be appreciated ?
Let me know --?
Also this fall, if interested, I would love to part and pass on part of these plants to continue the lineage.
ps. That is a 3 ft yardstick.
I would really appreciate getting a rhubarb cutting. We are our of state now for awhile. But I will contact you this fall to see if a cutting is still available. Thanks so much.janet schofield — 08:05 AM |
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Homeowner's Insurance
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| I don't quite understand how it works within the same companies, but I've had the best luck with another Allstate agent, Tyler Harrington. Give him a call.=#ffffffTyler Harrington T: 303-494-8725 4800 Baseline Rd D200 Boulder, CO 80303David Mans — 09:19 PM |
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MOUNTAIN FOOD RESCUE
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| I would love some Randy! I was just below your house today thinking of you. Would've stopped by to get some.
Jackiejackie Ashley — 09:19 PM |
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Bar-K to Longmont tomorrow morning?
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| Hello Bar-K neighbors. Is anyone headed from the Bar-K to anywhere near Longmont tomorrow morning before 10AM? Looking for a key delivery. If you are, could you text Jamie @ 305-898-8219. Thanks, it would be so awesome to avoid a silly extra trip!David Mans — 09:12 PM |
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MOUNTAIN FOOD RESCUE
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| Not Food Rescue, - but --
If you Need some Rhubarb for
Crisps, Upside-Down Cake,
Muffins, Bread, or Strawberry Rhubarb Pie, or any of the many things to do with Rhubarb ---
you need to let me know.
I have 2 lovely plants
(original cuttings) taken from an Old homesite near to JT, 30- 40 yrs ago who are Begging to be appreciated ?
Let me know --?
Also this fall, if interested, I would love to part and pass on part of these plants to continue the lineage.
ps. That is a 3 ft yardstick.RandyO — 06:53 PM |
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Jimtown Junkfood
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| Bird song sings the dawn
Evidence Spring has arrived
The Forrest CrierJim town Junkfood — 02:19 PM |
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Bear????
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| Karen and I are dog sitting our daughter’s 2 dogs. One has the name SunBear. I think you heard me yelling his name.jasinclair71@gmail.com — 07:39 PM |
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MOUNTAIN FOOD RESCUE
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| Also, at the Pantry tonight...
I CAN NEVER REMEMBER EVERYTHING :huh: BUT WE ALSO HAVE PLENTY OF MILK AND A MOUNTAIN OF CARROTS!
See you tonightLynnie — 03:20 PM |
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MOUNTAIN FOOD RESCUE
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| FOOD PANTRY TONIGHT! MONDAY MAY 13 FROM 5:30 TO 6:30PM
IT SHOULD BE A BEAUTIFUL EVENING TO COME RESCUE SOME AWESOME FOOD!
We have a really great selection tonight!
PRODUCE: Onions, potatoes, tomatoes, corn, artichokes, corn, bell peppers, romaine lettuce, asparagus, apples, oranges, bananas, strawberries, and more!
BAKED GOODS: Did you forget Mother's Day was yesterday? Redeem your self with a special cake for Mom or a Mom like person you know. We have some lovely cakes, pies, cookies, breads, bagels, etc.
FRESH PREPARED: Our fridges are full! Prepared meals, cut up fruit, sushi, shrimp cocktail, bagged salad greens, bagged cauliflower, shaved brussel sprouts, pomegranate seeds, we even have some BUTTER! and a few eggs. And of course some cheese from Whole Foods.
FROZEN: Quite an assortment of ground turkey, chicken thighs, chicken breasts, chicken drumsticks, pork chops, burger, whole chickens, and some fish.
PET FOOD: Dry dog and cat food, and some bags of dog treats too!
CANNED GOODS: Our normal canned items but today we received canned sliced potatoes! I for one had never heard of canned potatoes! Also some sliced canned mangoes. We have soup, pasta, rice, vegetable broth and bunches of other stuff.
CEREAL, CHIPS, AND SNACKS: Lots of cereals, granola bars, chips, crackers, and more.
DRINKS: Lots of canned drinks, teas, and coffees Oh My!
PANTRY ITEMS: A wide variety of basic pantry goods, plus some random fun items!
Cyndi will be in the parking lot tonight passing out some reusable shopping bags as well as a pantry survey and our fundraising flyers. Be sure to look for her! Lots of fun projects planned for the future!
And finally, please continue to honor us with your donations. Bring us what you can, bring it often, we really appreciate your help to keep our Amazing pantry goingLynnie — 03:15 PM |
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Lefthand yard sale: Sat & Sun, 5/25 & 5/26
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| Multi-family (~5 fams!) sale on Memorial Day weekend to be hosted at 7817 Lefthand Canyon Dr.
Sat & Sunday 5/25 & 5/26 from 9-3
Kids stuff, house/kitchen goods, gardening tools/ supplies, furniture, etc.
Spread the word & plan to stop by!Kritin@yahoo.com — 02:32 PM |
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Interesting Birds
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| Just spotted a brilliant, male Western Tanager here on Spruce Street in JT!!! Such amazing, bright beauty! Maybe someone else will spot one and have a good camera to get a photo to post.Rose H-H — 02:21 PM |
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June Rental Available on Lefthand Canyon Drive
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| Furnished Short Term Rental (only May 28-July 1st) Mountain Cabin on Lefthand Canyon Creek. Does anyone have any family or friends that want to visit?
Wood burning stoves...Ponderosa pines...mountain air...deer peaking in...hummingbirds buzzing by...hearing the rushing creek through your bedroom window at night!!
We are looking for a responsible group to rent our 3 bedroom/2 bathroom cabin in June this summer and enjoy the private mountain acreage with a rushing creek running through. We are also looking for a group that can take care of our friendly and sweet kitty, a one year old Tuxedo cat, during their stay. We have discounted this rental for the kitty keeping :) Also the cabin itself is older (built in the 50s) and smaller (1250 sqft) but is fully furnished and my family and I are able to live here year round comfortably.
We will remove our family pictures/personal effects from the space just FYI.
Rental Period: May 28th - July 1st
Rental Amount: $1,500 (rent) + $331 (ALL utilities, including firewood) + $180 (cleaning fee) = $2,011
Security Deposit: $2,000
Please reach out and tell me a bit about yourself or your group if you're interested! I will send more pictures via email b/c not sure how to upload them here.
Thanks neighbors! Nikki
email: cdugas8@gmail.com
cdugas8 — 12:23 PM |
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Bear????
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| Just heard lots of yelling and it sounded like "it's a bear" being yelled in the bar k around Crockett and ridge...????Kim Renner Busey — 11:28 AM |
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Free pots and seed starter trays
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| Galvanized tub not included, 143 Crockett in Bar K or reply to postKim Renner Busey — 11:25 AM |
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Free pots and seed starter trays
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| Galvanized tub not includedKim Renner Busey — 11:24 AM |
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Road damage
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| Here is how to report the horrible condition our roads are in.
Kim Renner Busey — 10:45 AM |
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Free Beautyrest King Size Mattress
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| Free for the taking.
It's in great shape and not very old and a (expensive) current model I think.
No stains and has always been covered.
We decided to go with a foam mattress instead.
Check it out / pick up at 538 Ranch Rd. Bar-K
Text:
303-907-0499
Sal DeVincenzo — 10:27 AM |
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G4 geomagnetic storm the next few days
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| Wow - I saw some photos from North of Longmont and they were mostly that amazing fuschia color - looks like Cheyenne's cell phone captured more of the details of the rays - amazing!Nancy Farmer — 11:14 PM |
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G4 geomagnetic storm the next few days
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| Beautiful!!Wendystokes — 07:15 PM |
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G4 geomagnetic storm the next few days
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| Here’s a few from Bar-K Friday night
Tom P on Ranch — 01:57 PM |
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G4 geomagnetic storm the next few days
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| Wow - I saw some photos from North of Longmont and they were mostly that amazing fuschia color - looks like Cheyenne's cell phone captured more of the details of the rays - amazing!Nancy Farmer — 12:19 PM |
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Exterior house painting recommendation?
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Tammy Maurer Maurer Painting
Thanks!jjenks — 12:15 PM |
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1987 Chevy G20 (Doesn't run)
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| Hello. Meet Bertha, my 1987 high top Chevy G20 van that has not ran in about 7 years. Seeing if someone wants it for a project or could use it for parts.
Back in her prime I took this van from coast to coast and back and she was solid all the way.
She's made a good storage unit the last few years but it's time for her to see a new home.
She has the 305 engine with about 110K-115k actual miles on it. Odometer stopped counting back at 90 something thousand.
Interior is fitted RV style. Two captains chairs up front. In the back has a sink (fresh water hose hook up and storage tank), two burner propane stove, lots of cabinets, a couch that flips out into a bed, a top bunk, even a toilet! toilet has never been used as I didn't want to deal with all that. The AC unit up top suffered a little damage from hail and is cracked. It used to work when hooked up to an RV power supply but not sure about now.
I still have a clean Colorado title in hand and she passed emissions back in 2014.
The drivers side door does not close, the top bunk area was damage and has been repaired but the interior up there is unfinished. She does not have a battery installed, you will have to tow it from my place on Overland Road. When she stopped running the issue was diagnosed as fuel related. New filter was put on but never got to replacing the pump.
Listing for $300 but entertaining all offers and possible trades.mroberts — 08:31 AM |
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Exterior house painting recommendation?
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| Tammy Maurer Maurer PaintingSal DeVincenzo — 07:33 AM |
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SnakeBytes - In memorium
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| Roger Corman, King of the B's - RIP . . . . Man, when I think of all the great drive-in flicks this guy made, my mind gets flubberdubbed. Zounds! Classics like "Bucket of Blood", "Little Shop of Horrors", "Man with the X-ray Eyes", " Attack of the Crab Monsters", and the William Shatner tour de force. "The Intruder" (just the story of making the movie is pretty high drama). The list just keeps going. I'll be tipping a flagon of Torpedo to the master today for sure. SvHLynn Wilber — 04:14 AM |
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James Canyon closed - Accident
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| Is there any news about when the canyon will be opening up?Annamaria — 12:00 AM |
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James Canyon closed - Accident
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| From safety forum (OB)
Good evening everyone-
As of 9:30 (21:30), James canyon is closed to a crash. CSP will be reconstructing the crash for the next 2-3 hours, and the canyon will remain closed for that process. Best bets are to go around, either through Ward or Lyons, likewise coming up.leyla.a.jacobs@gmail.com — 09:55 PM |
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James Canyon closed - Accident
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| Likely closed until midnight.MTBox — 09:49 PM |
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James Canyon Crash
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| Good evening everyone-
As of 9:30 (21:30), James canyon is closed to a crash. CSP will be reconstructing the crash for the next 2-3 hours, and the canyon will remain closed for that process. Best bets are to go around, either through Ward or Lyons, likewise coming up.O'B's — 09:36 PM |
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James Canyon closed - Accident
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| Approx 8:30pm James Canyon closed both directions due to accident. Please post if anyone knows when it opens . Thanksleyla.a.jacobs@gmail.com — 09:01 PM |
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Autoharp wanted
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| Hi folks!
Does anyone have an autoharp I could borrow?
I’m thinking of buying one a thought it might be good to try one out first.
Thanks,
St.Kate
720-305-6019St.Kate of the Canyon — 03:55 PM |
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Aurora video
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| Link to a video I made of the aurora
CheyenneWills — 01:17 PM |
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Exterior house painting recommendation?
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| Anyone in the BarK have a recommendation for an exterior house painting company?jjenks — 01:01 PM |
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Yard Bear
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| GOOG LOOKING BEAR STEVE ~ thanks for sharing!
Save Our Bears !
JT, Bar-K, PV, Ward
Clean AND Locked
EVERYTHING !
TRASH ~ where IT belongs
~ SOB johnJohn Hardman — 11:35 AM |
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Yard Bear
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| Here's one for John and the SOB group. My neighbor reported seeing this bear late Sunday evening when the motion lights came on.
Reviewing my wildlife cam videos, the bear was here a few hours later. Will check some of the other cams. Present also was a fox and a coyote.
This morning I wrestled with a mountain lion, but only in a dream.
Steven B in PV — 10:16 AM |
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G4 geomagnetic storm the next few days
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Got some decent photos .. This one is just from a cell phone camera -- I have a bunch more with a "real" camera that I'm processing..
G5 Sheesh!Tim Stokes — 09:23 AM |
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G4 geomagnetic storm the next few days
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| Got some decent photos .. This one is just from a cell phone camera -- I have a bunch more with a "real" camera that I'm processing..CheyenneWills — 10:52 PM |
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G4 geomagnetic storm the next few days
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| My Starlink internet is still working, no glitches, yet :O)Hollis — 06:07 PM |
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G4 geomagnetic storm the next few days
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NOAA down below predicts a severe G4 solar storm. The last one was 2005. It could affect radio and satellite communications, and might take out the power if on the stronger end. It starts tomorrow "midday" and persists through Sunday May 12.
see twitter.com/NWSSWPC for additional info.
Well the lights flickered, and low and behold they're having auroras in the Alps:
Just entered G5... the highest level.sbg — 05:06 PM |
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Pine Solid interior door 32x 80
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Hi Rich. I’m interested in your solid door if you still have it. I need 32x78 but maybe I could cut it down if it’s solid.
Kathy
Hi Kathy,
Wow, you are responding to a post that is about 3 (?) months old.
Yes, I do still have the door.
Do you need more photos of it?
And would you want to buy these door handles for $10?
If you want to buy it, please call me 303.709.1816
Rich, are the grow lights still available?
That T-5 is still available.
Do you need additional lights?Rich-17WardSt — 03:49 PM |
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Window Washin
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| Tyler Stokes has immediate openings to get your windows clean. Call him asap at 303-594-3634Wendystokes — 08:34 AM |
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Anyone Missing A Black Lab Puppy?
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Hollis ~ You probably remember the "Old Daze" in JT when most ALL THE DOGS ran loose!
Didn't have many Lions, Tigers or Bears roaming our streets then. :P
Yep, the Free Ranging had its pluses and minuses I guess, but the puppy in question ran right out in front of my car, had to jam on the brakes, evidently it hasn't been bumper-trained, yet.Hollis — 03:11 AM |
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Miscellaneous Quality Stuff for sale
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| Rich, are the grow lights still available?Kritin@yahoo.com — 10:16 PM |
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G4 geomagnetic storm the next few days
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| NOAA down below predicts a severe G4 solar storm. The last one was 2005. It could affect radio and satellite communications, and might take out the power if on the stronger end. It starts tomorrow "midday" and persists through Sunday May 12.
see twitter.com/NWSSWPC for additional info.sbg — 07:59 PM |
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Anyone Missing A Black Lab Puppy?
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| Hollis ~ You probably remember the "Old Daze" in JT when most ALL THE DOGS ran loose!
Didn't have many Lions, Tigers or Bears roaming our streets then. :PJohn Hardman — 06:03 PM |
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Anyone Missing A Black Lab Puppy?
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That is probably "Nala". She has been loose lately (escape artist?).
She belongs to Josh who is in Maggies's rental on Mesa.
Thanks, John
Maybe its guardian isn't aware of recent mountain lion sighting in the area...Hollis — 05:27 PM |
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Anyone Missing A Black Lab Puppy?
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| That is probably "Nala". She has been loose lately (escape artist?).
She belongs to Josh who is in Maggies's rental on Mesa.John Hardman — 05:02 PM |
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Anyone Missing A Black Lab Puppy?
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| Just saw a black lab puppy near the school on Mesa St., no collar, appears lost, tried to call it, it ran.
Young, maybe 6 months old...Hollis — 04:39 PM |
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Jamestown Dog Trainer Avail for May!
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| Jamestown has more than its share of barking dogs, poor things, some days they bark on and off for hours on end.
It's as if they're crying out of boredom.Hollis — 12:08 PM |
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Jamestown Dog Trainer Avail for May!
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| Hi! A dear friend of mine, Ky Martens, is staying with us for May and looking for dog training clients while in town:
“Here ye dawg pawrents of Jamestown
I have word that some dogs in town are seeking a human trainer's assistance to work through their gripes with their humans….
Dog Trainer in town with 17 years of experience in dog training and behavior. If you have a dog who needs help with recall, reactivity, leash manners, hyperactivity, or generally any naughty behaviors please reach out for a consultation.
(802) 272-9998"messa — 10:06 AM |
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Miscellaneous Quality Stuff for sale
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| Hi Rich. I’m interested in your solid door if you still have it. I need 32x78 but maybe I could cut it down if it’s solid.
KathyKcnuggethill — 07:33 AM |
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A discount from Xcel ?
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| An outage is understandable, the timeline for restoration is not. We should not loose power for 18-21 hours every time it gets windy. If Xcel is going to change their policies regarding power restoration then they should have the manpower on hand to get the electricity flowing in a timely manner. Whether the last two events were planned or not, Xcel has been doing a terrible job lately on our power grid.
As to the pair gain system for the landlines....if the batteries were working then they would provide service for at least a few hours during an outage but the landlines drop as soon as the electric goes out. The last I knew CL refused to put any money it those antiquated systems that service our area, including replacing the batteries that no longer hold a charge on the units.sbertram — 05:26 PM |
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A discount from Xcel ?
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| HI all-
Monday and Tuesday's outages were not pre-emptive. If they were, Xcel would have made announcements and Lefthand would have passed them along. The Overland fire in October 2023 (behind Jamestown to Heil Ranch) was the result of a parted powerline. Xcel is working with emergency management to define better solutions, however as was rightly pointed out that will take time. There are at least 2 contracted line companies working in the area with Xcel: Hooper and Sturgeon. In the last wind event (preemptive shut down), some of the brand new lines parted, so we can't write this off to age of equipment, even the new equipment can fail.
The system as it flies is ungrounded, which means that when a tree lands on the line and is connected to the earth (not a hanging limb) it will burn through, or short fault the system or both. A limb on one line with no path to ground will not disrupt the system. That's why birds and squirrels can wander on the lines freely.
They have discussed insulating the lines, but that increases the weight aloft dramatically and can lead to further failures including pole/connector failures. One of the multiple Marshall starts was attributed to sparking from Xcel lines, along with an illegal burn and the coal seam fire vents. The Smokehouse Creek Fire (1m acres) in Texas was all Xcel, and why they are now looking to preemptively de-energize during wind events.
A word of caution regarding power lines, they should always be treated as if they are energized. there are only a few dead-end locations on the grid, so the power can feed from different directions. Just because a line isn't jumping doesn't mean it's de-energized or safe. And consumers that require 3 phase power like Glacier View Ranch or unlicensed installation of back-up generators can lead to back feed on the lines. Please call 911 whenever you find smoking, burning, sparking, or downed lines!
Also, we are tracking loss of landline service as a result of power outages. The switches have battery back up power and generator access. The additional use of internet during power outages depletes the batteries more quickly than just telephony, so Boulder County Communications, the Office of Disaster Management, and the County Fire Chiefs are working to find alternative solutions with CL/Lumen to ensure 911 remains active during power loss.O'B's — 09:49 AM |
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Here We Go Again
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| Everyone take their showers soon, just in case!donkol — 07:30 AM |
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Missing a big Blue inflatable tube?
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| There is a big blue inflatable tube high on the hillside above 133 spruce street (3 story green stucco house) To access the tube it’s a short walk down from Porphyry View (spruce street access is too steep of a hike) leyla.a.jacobs@gmail.com — 05:48 AM |
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A discount from Xcel ?
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I’d much rather have the inconvenience of a power outage than suffer the tragedy of a forest fire. At the risk of sounding like a shill for a power company, I think Xcel’s new policy of shutting everything down during a wind storm and then walking the lines before turning it back on is sound thinking.
I agree that avoiding wildfires is vitally important. But that doesn't totally exonerate Xcel from doing better either. I'd like to see them have more people to check the lines faster and minimize disruption and for them to better maintain their equipment so that it is less likely to spark a fire. Recall that the Marshall fire started in grassland so it's not like there was a tree falling on the line.
And while turning electricity off can prevent fires, it can also stop one preventing them. For instance, if a fire starts, but you can't get water to put it out or call 911, because the electricity is out.
We are living in the 21st century in a supposedly advanced & technologically sophisticated country, but Xcel (and their counterparts in other parts of this country) seem somewhat obtuse to that fact. Maintaining an electricity system so that it works reliably without burning down vast tracts of land shouldn't be too much to ask.
One thing to bear in mind is that it may be more complicated than Xcel making a decision all by itself to keep the electricity off until the line is inspected. Their insurance might be telling them to do that since I'm guessing said insurance companies are on the hook for half a billion dollars for the Marshall fire and are probably far from best pleased about it.
Ideally Xcel would chose to fix this. It would require replacing lines with insulated "covered" conductors, better line sensors, or burying the lines. These solutions would all take time to install, so employing more line people would still be needed in the interim.sbg — 12:03 AM |
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A discount from Xcel ?
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| I’d much rather have the inconvenience of a power outage than suffer the tragedy of a forest fire. At the risk of sounding like a shill for a power company, I think Xcel’s new policy of shutting everything down during a wind storm and then walking the lines before turning it back on is sound thinking.Anne Gross — 11:23 PM |
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A discount from Xcel ?
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| Last I checked the rates for electricity service from Xcel were the same for the flatlands as the mountains but the service is subpar at best, I think Xcel owes everyone in the BarK and surrounds a big rebate or a discount. Why can't they improve the reliability up here. It's gone from bad to worse this year! I have zero confidence in anything they say.Greg and Cindy — 10:31 PM |
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Here We Go Again
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Did anyone get a restoration estimate? We can add 6 hours to that and it should be close.
This is so accurate, I’m loling but it’s also not funny, rather maddening
Power back on at Rock Lake 10:31pmoliviawaller — 09:51 PM |
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Here We Go Again
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Did anyone get a restoration estimate? We can add 6 hours to that and it should be close.
Midnight. But the restoration times are like "serving suggestions". Just like the photos on food packages they have nothing to do with the contents.
In Boulder County, we seem to be pioneering a new climate change solution: turning off the electricity so that everyone uses much more polluting generators. It's genius!
I wonder whether we could petition to move to Estes Park electricity... they seem more on top of things over there, and they use hydro to generate power (from the water flowing through the mountain to lake Granby).
Sorry, that should have said From lake Granby.
That was hilarious sbg and so true! I literally laughed out loud.
Agree on longer restoration times every time it’s windy being unacceptable. Thank goodness I went down to Costco to get a generator today because I just had a feeling based on all these incidents. It’s wildly disruptive and challenging when we have a baby as well!
I'm so sorry Olivia. That must be so hard with a baby. I have been up here for 5 years and it has never been this bad. So glad you were able to buy a generator today. That will make it a little less painful.dgaraghty — 08:43 PM |
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Cute F150 for Sale
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| What are the details? ThanksSharon N — 08:40 PM |
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No electricity on Gillespie spur JT!
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I assume that’s true for others as well?
we are your neighbors up Gillespie, and also have been without power for a few hours.Steph-and-DanielA — 08:28 PM |
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No electricity on Gillespie spur JT!
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| We are out of power as well (lower main)
Just went to Boulder to report outage. According to Xcel, power is supposed to be restored around midnightCheyenneWills — 08:24 PM |
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Here We Go Again
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Did anyone get a restoration estimate? We can add 6 hours to that and it should be close.
Midnight. But the restoration times are like "serving suggestions". Just like the photos on food packages they have nothing to do with the contents.
In Boulder County, we seem to be pioneering a new climate change solution: turning off the electricity so that everyone uses much more polluting generators. It's genius!
I wonder whether we could petition to move to Estes Park electricity... they seem more on top of things over there, and they use hydro to generate power (from the water flowing through the mountain to lake Granby).
Sorry, that should have said From lake Granby.sbg — 08:22 PM |
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No electricity on Gillespie spur JT!
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| I assume that’s true for others as well?tulkula — 08:17 PM |
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Here We Go Again
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| We have a generator, but ran out of gas! I drove to Allenspark this morning, but the station was closed.donkol — 08:15 PM |
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Here We Go Again
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| Power now out in JT, across from the school.Annamaria — 08:14 PM |
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Here We Go Again
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Did anyone get a restoration estimate? We can add 6 hours to that and it should be close.
Midnight. But the restoration times are like "serving suggestions". Just like the photos on food packages they have nothing to do with the contents.
In Boulder County, we seem to be pioneering a new climate change solution: turning off the electricity so that everyone uses much more polluting generators. It's genius!
I wonder whether we could petition to move to Estes Park electricity... they seem more on top of things over there, and they use hydro to generate power (from the water flowing through the mountain to lake Granby).sbg — 08:12 PM |
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| Did anyone get a restoration estimate? We can add 6 hours to that and it should be close.donkol — 08:08 PM |
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| This is getting crazy. We are out again. GrrrSharon N — 07:51 PM |
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| Also does anyone know why it went out tonight? I don’t understand. It’s not windy?? It seems so random?oliviawaller — 07:44 PM |
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| Power out again!! This is getting old fast.donkol — 07:32 PM |
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| Ya. Just after 7p. Power at Ranch & Jed Smith too.Jay — 07:32 PM |
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| Agree on longer restoration times every time it’s windy being unacceptable. Thank goodness I went down to Costco to get a generator today because I just had a feeling based on all these incidents. It’s wildly disruptive and challenging when we have a baby as well!oliviawaller — 07:25 PM |
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| Power is out again on Ridge Rd. 7:18pm. Reported to Xcel.
My goodness.jjenks — 07:20 PM |
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| You can file a complaint here, the link is on the lower left.
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Just received a call from Xycel, it sounds like longer restoration times are going to be the norm going forward. They are now inspecting the lines before re-energizing. It seems like they should have hired more personal if this is new company policy. Extended outages every time it gets windy seems unacceptable to me.
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| Just received a call from Xycel, it sounds like longer restoration times are going to be the norm going forward. They are now inspecting the lines before re-energizing. It seems like they should have hired more personal if this is new company policy. Extended outages every time it gets windy seems unacceptable to me.
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| Yes I amSharon N — 02:32 PM |
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Power back on at Saint Vrain yrl
Are you in the Bar K?
I guess all I needed to do is post again. :) Just checked and the power is back on here on Ridge also.dgaraghty — 02:25 PM |
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| Power just came on in the Bar KKim Renner Busey — 02:24 PM |
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| Power back on at Saint Vrain yrlSharon N — 02:23 PM |
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| Has anyone received an ETA email/phone call/text from Xcel with a new ETA? The website says 11:15 am. Obviously not correct since it is now 2:22.dgaraghty — 02:22 PM |
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2 dogs in need of a new hone
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| Hello all ~
My friend in Boulder is looking for a loving and caring home for his two dogs.
Hansi is a 3 1/2 year old German shepard mix and is intelligent, loyal, and affectionate. Reagan is a beautiful 2 and 1/2 year old purebred English cream golden retriever who is energetic and so loving. Both are comfortable with children and in need of folks/ family who will provide them with the committed care, exercise and love. He is hopeful that they might be adopted out together as they are very bonded.
If you or someone you know may be interested, please reach out to Peter, 303-250-5854.
Thank you !
Erica
Jamestown
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Yeah we lost power at ~6pm on Rock Lake. I have to ask — is this a normal amount of outages we’ve been having? We moved here at the end of February and seems like quite a bit!
This is above average (have lived here 24 years). But, it's odd spring weather (more trees down than normal). We usually get the winds in the fall. And, the Marshall fire happened which means Xcel is less cavalier about automatically turning electricity back on in case of fire. Given that the giant fire near Jamestown was due to electricity, this might be better.
Also, just saw an Xcel truck speed through the neighborhood. Presumably checking the wires.sbg — 01:08 PM |
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Cute F150 for Sale
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| That cool F150 from Ward st is for sale!
$1500
Thought I’d post here first before the general internet in case someone in Jamestown wants to keep it around.
-Rainbow
Text if interested:
303-619-2630Jamestown Merc — 12:59 PM |
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| Anyone seeing restoration work being done out there? I'd go for a walk to see for myself, but this wind.... :rolleyes:jjenks — 12:56 PM |
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| THANK YOU O’B!!!BrookeC — 10:38 AM |
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| Still no power or landline on Hickok. Landline goes off as soon as the electricity goes off. It did work during the 4 day "preventative" outage for a couple of days so they might have batteries which aren't being charged up correctly.sbg — 10:27 AM |
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| Hi OB,
Please add the folks below JT just west of start of James Canyon. My Mom’s landline has been out every time when the power’s been out. Currently her power is back on but still no landline. Thank you ChristineMountains303 — 10:11 AM |
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Hi everyone, Does anyone know where I can find more info about Jamestown's Save the Bears Campaign? I am working on a bear conflict grant for Cal-Wood and would love more info on what Jamestown is doing so I can tie the two together. Thank you! :)
Hi Angie - I've now worked on 2 successful proposals for that grant, and I'm happy to help you brainstorm or to review one you're thinking of submitting. We are wrapping up the 2022 effort, and beginning a similar effort for Nederland. There's definitely some pieces in this you could tie together, and having accurate info is key. You can contact me at my BCPOS email, personal email, or general Wildlife Dept inbox (wildlife@bouldercounty.gov).Michelle — 09:51 AM |
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Good week at the ol merc’
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| Wednesday - Best of Boulder’s Best Open Mic winner is The Merc!
Come do your thing! Enjoy burgers too.
Thursday-
Patrick Dethlefs is just about the best songwriter ever. The Merc has a special kind of love for him. We’ll have pizzas, salads and sides.
Friday- Check out Aaron Mitchell. Will be a fun Friday Night. Soup, Salads, Spanikopita, Meatballs, all the yummiest plates.
Saturday burrito morning market.
Sunday is Mothers Day Brunch! Music by Elle Martini and friends- Jessica Goodkin and Paul Murin. Yes the Hollandaise sauce will be a-flowin.
A FREE MIMOSA for every woman on Mother’s Day.
As per usual, no breeding required for a free drink. We’re showing appreciation for every woman, we’re all just mothering each other.
Come see us this week. We ❤️ you.
xoJamestown Merc — 09:18 AM |
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| Thanks! We'll add the BAR-K to the list with Allenspark, Sugarloaf and Nederland. The Chiefs are working to get CL/Lumen to provide generators which can be stored at Fire Stations for deployment during power outages to ensure 911 service stays active. Added benefit, you'll be able to make other calls as well!O'B's — 09:18 AM |
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| Hey Angie ~
We have been kinda making it up as we go, but we have seen a DOWN tick in Bear conflicts in JT, the last several years.
We were (as a community) responsible for the destruction of 4 Bears in the 4 Years right after the flood. I include Big Red,
the Bear that supposedly grabbed a camp instructor out of his tent in 2017, up your way. (if I remember correctly). This
Bear was quite assertive and addicted to TRASH. I chased him all over town until he broke the rules and lost his life.
I am open to speaking/meeting with you to discuss. I will let Michelle Durant know as well. She and a couple of us put
together the grant that allowed us to offer "cheap" Bear Prof trash cans last spring.
I look forward to helping Calwood reduce/eliminate BEAR conflicts. I am so happy you are addressing this matter! Bless you.
~ SOB (Save Our Bears) john
john.hardman@jimtown.orgJohn Hardman — 09:05 AM |
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