Pete Hanson

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Hi I'm Pete Hanson, Market Manager for Townsquare Media in Northern Colorado, where I'm fortunate to work for a company and with a team of professionals dedicated to providing high quality media experiences for our audience, and outstanding business results for our clients. And I give thanks every day for being able to work and play here in NoCo right along with you.

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Championship Bull Riding Tonight at Bud Event Center

Carl's Jr. presents CBR 'Championship Bull Riding' 2012 Cinch Tour, tonight at 8pm in the Budweiser Events Center in Loveland! Tuff Hedeman's coming to Northern Colorado and he's bringing 40 of the best riders in the world with him! They will be qualifying for a trip to the finals in Cheyenne and it all will happen right before your eyes.


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Developing: Major Credit Card Security Breach Reported

It is unclear how many accounts have been affected (rumors claim up to 10-Million card numbers), but Global Payments, a credit card transaction processing company, is reporting that a data breach may have compromised debit and credit card information across all major card types. The announcement was made earlier today and a law enforcement investigation is underway.


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Woof: Meet The Newest Member of Larimer Sheriff K-9 Team

The Larimer County Sheriff's Office is pleased to introduce K-9 'Ryker' who has joined handler Deputy Aaron Hulme as the newest dog on the K-9 team. Ryker is a 14-month-old male German Shepherd from the Netherlands and has only been in the United States for two months. He was selected from among 15 dogs that were tested by Deputy Hulme and other members of the K-9 team in Indiana.


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High Fire Danger Today

The Yuma County wildfire a week and a half ago is an example of the dangers we will be facing again tomorrow. Strong winds, warm temperatures, low humidities, and dry grasses will create hazardous fire conditions in Northern Colorado today.


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Spring Cleaning This Weekend? Save Unwanted Things for World’s Largest Yard Sale

Spring is in the air (and on the calendar), and many Northern Colorado households are spending this weekend doing some spring cleaning. Remember to save your unwanted things for the World's Largest Yard Sale, on Saturday, May 5th at the Outlets at Loveland.


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Critical Blood Shortage in Northern Colorado: Donate With Me

There is currently a critical blood shortage of all blood types in Northern Colorado, due to recent traumas, cold and flu season, and other high needs. 50 units a day are needed to keep up with the demand for life saving blood transfusions. Can you donate with me at NCMC in Greeley today?


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Broncos Superbowl Odds (And Ticket Prices) Jump on Manning Signing

According to at least one Las Vegas casino, the signing of Peyton Manning takes the Denver Broncos' odds of winning the 2013 Super Bowl from 75 to 1 with Tim Tebow, all the way down to 12 to 1. Online ticket reseller StubHub reports the price of Broncos season tickets jumped 25% after yesterday's Manning announcement.


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BREAKING: Peyton Manning Chooses Denver Broncos

ESPN is reporting that Pro Bowl quarterback Peyton Manning has chosen the Denver Broncos as his new home under center. Manning has instructed his agent Tom Condon to put together a deal with the team. Sources are also indicating that the Broncos will trade Tim Tebow when a deal with Manning is complete.


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NCAA Men’s Tourney: Baylor Eliminates CU Buffs

The 11th seeded Colorado Buffaloes knocked off #6 UNLV in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball tournament on Thursday, but after hanging tough through the first three-quarters of their second round matchup against Baylor, the only remaining Pac-12 team faded as the BU Bears cruised to a 80-63 win to advance to the Sweet 16.

Season Ends For CSU Men

The 2011-2012 basketball season came to an end for the Colorado State men today in the form of a 58-41 loss to Murray State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament in Louisville, Kentucky. The Rams kept it close for the first half before the MSU Racers pulled away.  Murray State moves on to face Marquette on Saturday.

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It’s Flood Safety Awareness Week

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are once again partnering for National Flood Safety Awareness Week. This is a time for individuals, families, businesses and communities to understand their risk for flooding and take precautions to protect their families and homes in the event of flooding.


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Weld Food Bank ‘Corporate Challenge’ Begins Soon

The Weld Food Bank's two-week long 2012 Corporate Food Challenge begins April 2nd, and several area businesses will be vying for the opportunity to hoist trophies high above their heads, while helping to feed the hungry in Weld County at the same time. Weld Food Bank Director of Development, Kevin Mullin says there's still time to get your business involved in the event.