1 year ago: Dog survives mountain lion attack in Parshall, owner hopes to warn other pet owners

On Aug. 19, 2024, a dog was attacked by a mountain lion in the early morning in Parshall after the dog’s owners let her out to use the bathroom. Shelby Price and Roger Ryburn were jolted awake after hearing animal cries. The two rushed outside to a scene of confusion and found their dog injured. Ryburn was able to see the mountain lion running off, leaving behind paw prints in the dirt. The dog sustained injuries to her head and body and was immediately taken to the vet by her owners. Fortunately for the dog, she is expected to make a full recovery.

— From the Aug. 28, 2024, edition of Sky-Hi News

5 years ago: Health officials issue face masks requirement for 2020-21 school year

Grand County Public Health released revised guidance related to COVID-19 protective measures in schools ahead of the first day of school on Aug. 24, 2020. A revised public health order requires that face masks be worn by all children in grades pre-K through 12 in a Grand County school setting with some exceptions. The public health order concedes that a 6-foot social distance in school settings would be difficult and instead asked that students maintain as much physical distance as possible. Face coverings worn all the time will compensate for the lack of distance

— From the Aug. 26, 2020, edition of Sky-Hi News

10 years ago: Rain and humidity help firefighters fully contain the Rifle Range Fire

The Byers Canyon fire, officially dubbed the Rifle Range Fire, reached full containment at noon Aug. 27, 2015, as Grand County fire officials announced a close to the three-day wildland firefighting efforts. An official explained suppression efforts were aided by higher humidity and increased moisture from overnight rain showers. Firefighters were also aided by a high rail water truck provided by Union Pacific. The fire started Aug. 24 at the Byers Canyon Rifle Range just west of Byers Canyon on U.S. Highway 40. The fire burned an area totaling approximately 640 acres.

— From the Aug. 28, 2015, edition of Sky-Hi News

100 years ago: Grand County Fair organizers preparing to stage three days of thrills

Airplane flights, an orchestra, wild horse racing, bronco busting contests, horse racing and novelty races are a few of the forms of entertainment that will be offered at the 1925 Grand County Fair Sept. 17-19 in Kremmling. An airplane and pilot has been contracted from the Colorado Airways company of Denver — the pilot has considerable experience in exhibition flying and will give exhibitions in wing walking, tail spins, various drops and other feats. A sufficient number of wild horses and broncos have already been “signed up” for the fair, and several people with speedy horses have already expressed their interest in racing. Another big drawing card will be the Colorado Ramblers orchestra, who will furnish the music on the grounds and at the big carnival dances, which will be given each night during the fair. The orchestra is said to be the best that has ever visited Grand County.

— From the Aug. 28, 1925, edition of Middle Park Times

100 years ago: Denver dentist establishes permanent office at Hot Sulphur Springs

Dr. T. H. Wood, a dentist from Denver, has opened an office with modern equipment at the Riverside Hotel in Hot Sulphur Springs and says he intends to stay in the area permanently. He has had 15 years of experience and is well known throughout Denver for his excellent work. He said he believes there is a good future for him in the area. He visits Kremmling and Tabernash every week.

— From the Aug. 28, 1925, edition of Middle Park Times

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