Posts tagged Boulder County
Boulder Sheriff bans open fires in mountain areas
Aug 30th
Tomorrow (August 31, 2012) at 12:00 p.m., Sheriff Joe Pelle will enact a fire ban for the mountain areas of unincorporated Boulder County. Colorado is currently experiencing one of the driest summers in history. The fire danger has been increasing rapidly over the course of the last several weeks, and the moisture content in large fuels, (logs and trees), has fallen to dangerous levels. The forecast continues to call for high temperatures and minimal precipitation.
Police arrest suspect in First National Bank robbery
Aug 22nd
Boulder police have arrested Ricky Allen Mayber (DOB 12/7/1962) in connection with the robbery of the First National Bank branch, located at 3033 Iris Avenue. The robbery occurred on Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at 12:07 p.m.
Witnesses say that the suspect entered the bank and gave the teller a note demanding cash. The teller complied and the suspect fled. The suspect did not display a weapon during the robbery.
Mayber lives in Boulder County and was taken into custody during a traffic contact this afternoon. He was identified as a possible suspect after witnesses came forward and said they recognized him from surveillance photos published by the media.
Mayber faces one count of Robbery, which is a class 4 felony. His bond has been set at $100,000.00.
The investigation is ongoing; search warrants are currently being executed by Boulder Police Department detectives.
The Boulder Police Department wishes to thank the media and the public for their help in identifying this suspect.
Bike race madness invades Boulder County Saturday
Aug 20th
Race will prompt road closures and create limited parking in areas; spectators advised to prepare for changing weather and possible hazards
Boulder County, Colo. – Stage 6 of the USA Pro Challenge cycling race begins Saturday morning in Golden and, after traveling through the city of Boulder, towns of Nederland and Lyons, and the mountain communities of western Boulder County, finishes atop Flagstaff Mountain on Saturday afternoon.
Road Closures
The race will impact state highways, county roads and city streets. Safety patrols will be facilitating rolling closures as the race moves through Boulder County. Major roadways to be impacted include U.S. 36 and state highways 7, 72, 93 and 119. Visit www.COTrip.org for up-to-date road closure information.
Parking and Transportation
Paid on-street parking is available as well as paid event parking in city garages and parking lots and at the University of Colorado campus. Residents are encouraged to use alternate transportation on race day, as large crowds are expected. Increased bus service is available to and within Boulder. Visitwww.USAProBoulder.com for details on parking, bus and bike routes, and bike corrals.
Use Caution
Spectators, especially those watching the race in the mountain areas of western Boulder County, are advised to be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions and the potential risk of lightning and flooding. Check weather forecasts prior to heading outdoors and bring warm and rain-proof clothing in addition to sun protection and drinking water. Wildfires also remain a risk in the foothills and mountain areas, so stay alert to any emergency notifications during the race.
For more on the race, including an interactive stage map, schedule of events and information about the finish on Flagstaff Mountain, visitwww.USAProBoulder.com.