Murder investigation of CU student, Sid Wells, nears 30 years; suspect remains on the run (or dead)
Jul 31st
August 1, 2013 will mark the 30-year anniversary of the shooting death of Sid Wells, a 22-year-old journalism student enrolled at the University of Colorado. The case received prominent media attention because at the time of his death, Wells was dating actor Robert Redford’s daughter, Shauna.
Wells had been shot in the head, and was found dead inside his Spanish Towers condo by his brother on August 1, 1983. Police suspected Wells’ roommate, Thayne Smika, and arrested him a few months after the homicide when investigators linked him to the murder. However, Smika was never prosecuted because the district attorney at the time, Alex Hunter, declined to take the case. Smika left the area and in 1986, his abandoned car was found in Beverly Hills, CA.
In 2011, the Boulder County District Attorney’s Office agreed to review the case and approved an arrest affidavit for Smika. Unable to locate Smika, police are again asking for the public’s help finding him. Investigators believe Smika is living under an assumed identity and have contacted Smika’s relatives (several of whom still live in Colorado) in attempts to find out where he is and what identity he has been using. Smika’s relatives have not provided any helpful information to the Boulder Police Department.
Deputy Chief Dave Hayes, who was one of the first detectives to investigate the case in 1983, is hoping that someone can provide information about Smika’s whereabouts. “It’s past time for justice for Sid Wells and his family,” said Hayes. “Thayne Smika escaped a first degree murder charge, and has likely been living a life of freedom while the Wells’ family has been grieving for three decades.”
Investigators are still looking for Thayne Smika and are asking anyone with information about Smika or where he might be living to contact them. Detective Tom Dowd may be reached at 303-441-3385. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
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CU: Sustainability training program to be offered ($$$) online
Jul 30th
CU-Boulder’s Sustainable Practices Program offers seminars and two non-credit certificates in business sustainability and community sustainability. The curriculum is designed to help professionals meet the growing need for “green” skills and credentials in the public and private work sectors.
“Our programs are grounded in the quality sustainability leadership that people expect from CU-Boulder,” said program director Kelly Simmons. “We’re excited that the expansion to online opens the opportunity for participants in Colorado and beyond, giving them access to thought-leading research and practices taught by CU-Boulder faculty and industry experts.”
The Sustainable Practices Program’s online curriculum, streamlined with the help of Kevin Krizek, curriculum director and CU-Boulder environmental design professor, combines video, presentations, discussions and live student-faculty interaction. Topics range from organizational change to zero waste.
The six-week seminars may be taken individually or in a series of four to earn one of the non-credit certificates. Program tuition ranges from $2,000 to $6,500 plus a registration fee.
The six-year-old Sustainable Practices Program has offered dozens of live, location-based trainings to hundreds of participants from undergraduate students to working professionals. The program, one of the first in the nation, is managed by the CU Environmental Center in partnership with Chicago-based All Campus, a student enrollment services firm that helps universities increase the visibility of their online programs and facilitates the successful recruitment of students.
For more than half a century, CU-Boulder has been a leader in climate and energy research, interdisciplinary environmental studies and sustainable practices. In 2009, it was ranked the top green campus in the nation by Sierra magazine. In 2010, it was the first campus to attain a Gold rating under the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Ratings System. The campus has a number of LEED Platinum- and Gold-rated buildings. Also, CU-Boulder’s student-run Environmental Center, which manages the Sustainable Practices Program, is among the nation’s oldest, largest and most accomplished entities of its kind.
For more information about CU-Boulder’s Sustainable Practices program visit http://sustainable.colorado.edu/.
CU press release
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22 Boom – Denver Auto Show 2013 – Episode 65
Jul 30th
It’s Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show TV Special. This year the auto show hosts over 35 car lines, showcasing the manufacturer’s newest introductions. We’re going to check out some of the hottest cars on the market and get sneak peeks at some 2014 models as well as new innovations in green scene technologies, exotic sports cars, concept cars and custom tricked out specialty vehicles. All right now on Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show.
Videos in this Episode
Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show Intro
Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show – Promo Breaker
Lincoln MKZ Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
2014 Fiat 500L Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
2013 Cadillac ATS Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Volvo XC60 Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
BMW X1 Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Infiniti QX56 Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Audi R8 Spyder Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Mercedes-Benz Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Land Rover Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Acura RDX Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
VW Beetle Convertible Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
O’Meara Ford – 2013 Trucks for Hard Working People
Check Engine Light Service at Boulder Toyota
Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show – Promo Breaker
Lexus LFA Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Scion Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Toyota Display at the 2013 Denver International Auto Show
Interview with Steve Doersam at Larry H. Miller Boulder Toyota
Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show – Promo Breaker
Jack TerHar talks Lamborghinis, Aston Martins, Maserati’s and Jaguars at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Ford Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show – Promo Breaker
O’Meara Ford – New 2013 Cars and the 100 Year Celebration
O’Meara Ford – Classic Cars in the Service Area
O’Meara Ford – 100 Anniversary Celebration
Smart Car Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Jeep Display and Camp Jeep at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Ferrari 458 Spider Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Bentley Flying Spur at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Nissan Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Subaru Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Dodge Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Tire Pressure Warning Light Service at Boulder Toyota
Chevy Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Kia Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Honda Display at the 2013 Denver Auto Show
Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show – Promo Breaker
Fisher Honda Kia with Craig Fisher – 2013
Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show – Promo Breaker
Maintenance Required Light Service at Boulder Toyota
Jann Scott’s 2013 Denver Auto Show Extras
Outro