Archive for September, 2010
New Pioneers
By Sarah van Gelder For the American Forum Americans are facing a troubling reality. The economic recovery they were promised has not materialized. There’s growing talk about a “new normal”—a new way of life to take us through a long period of failed recoveries. There are, indeed, good reasons to believe we won’t go back to the old ways. But this new normal doesn’t have to be a time of chaos and decline. Instead, many Americans are building stronger families and communities, ... Full Story
Spartan soccer shuts out Holy Family
The Berthoud High School soccer team continues to roll with its high scoring and solid defense, winning over Holy Family High School 5 - 0. The Spartans have won all three games played against non-conference opponents with 20 goals scored and only 4 goals against. The team shows great balance as indicated by goals by Jano Beltran, Tavo Beltran, Martinius Karlsen and two by Axel Ayala while Goalie Alex Hughes made seven saves at the Berthoud goal. Karleson had 2 assists while Jano Beltran, ... Full Story
Obituary: Marlene Faye Foster
Marlene Faye Foster, 72, of Longmont, died September 1, 2010 at The Vista’s of Longmont. . She was born December 13, 1937 in Bartley, Nebraska, the daughter of Jesse John and Gladys Alice (Turpen) Frank. She graduated from Bartley High School in 1955. On August 9, 1956 she married Byron “Barney” Foster in Bartley, Nebraska. They were blessed with two daughters: Regena “Gena” and Tara. Marlene touched many lives while working for the St. Vrain Valley School District as a Special Ed ... Full Story
Girls Softball, Berthoud 8 – Windsor 3
Windsor took the early lead with two runs in the first inning, but Berthoud came back with six runs in the second inning and that would have been enough as the Spartans shut the Wizards down for the last 5 innings. Victoria Puchino pitched 7 innings and gave up 3 runs on 7 hits with 6 walks and 3 strikeouts. Game Stats below.
EarthSky Tonight—September 9, Cassiopeia the Queen
Courtesy of EarthSky A Clear Voice for Science www.EarthSky.org Cassiopeia the Queen can be found in the northeast after sunset on September evenings. This constellation has the distinct shape of a W, or M, depending on the time of night you see it. The shape of this constellation makes Cassiopeia’s stars very noticeable. Cassiopeia represents an ancient Queen of Ethiopia. The entire constellation is also sometimes called Cassiopeia’s Chair, and some old star maps depict the Queen ... Full Story
Berthoud Fire assists at FourMile Canyon
The Berthoud Fire Protection District sent the following press release today, September 8. Berthoud Fire Protection District Tuesday, September 8, 2010 The Berthoud Fire Protection District has deployed resources to the Four Mile Fire 10 miles west of Boulder. The first resource, Engine 13 a Type 3 Engine with four firefighters, was sent for structural protection Monday morning. An additional fire engine, Engine 16, a Type 6 Engine with three firefighters, was deployed Tuesday. The District ... Full Story
4th Annual Women’s Soccer Celebration
The Colorado Force have again joined with the MLS Colorado Rapids to present a soccer doubleheader, featuring the highest level of women’s and men’s soccer in Colorado as part of the Rapids’ 4th annual Women’s Soccer Celebration. On Saturday, September 18, Dick’s Sporting Goods Park will host the Force’s match vs. the expansion Colorado Rush, kicking off at 4:00 p.m. The game will precede the match between the Rapids and New England Revolution, which will kick off at 7:00 ... Full Story
Spartans now 2-0 in Soccer
Coach Jon Barron's squad brought home another decisive victory as they defeated Roosevelt 7-4. Berthoud led 3-2 at the half on goals by Ayala, Beltran and Berra. Berthoud added four more goals in the second period with two scores by Karlsen with Beltran and Ayala each scoring. Roosevelt is now 1-1 while Berthoud is 2-0. The team has a busy schedule this week, traveling to Broomfield on Wednesday to play Holy Family, who defeated Arvada 4-2 on their only game. The home game withThompson Valley ... Full Story
EarthSky Tonight—September 8, High tide alert!
Courtesy of EarthSky A Clear Voice for Science www.EarthSky.org Today – September 8 – features the closest new moon of 2010. Look for higher-than-usual tides along coastlines throughout the world. Because it crosses the sky with the sun during the day, you cannot see today’s extra-close new moon. Yet, it will usher in large tides along the ocean coastlines for the next several days, especially if these high tides are accompanied by strong onshore winds. Why is this moon so close? ... Full Story
No Berthoud Town Board meeting September 7
BOARD OF TRUSTEES STUDY SESSION SEPTEMBER 7, 2010 BOARD ROOM 7:00 P.M. NO MEETING
