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CBS News
2 days ago
- Health
- CBS News
Mosquitos in Northern Colorado county test positive for West Nile virus
This week, a sample of the mosquito population in Larimer County in Northern Colorado tested positive for West Nile virus. County health officials say this marks the beginning of heightened risk for residents, as warmer weather and rain lead to more mosquito activity. About 1 in 5 people infected may develop flu-like symptoms, including fever, headaches, body aches, fatigue, vomiting, diarrhea, and rash. About 1 in 150 people who are infected develop more severe illness, which includes symptoms of high fever, headache, tremors, muscle weakness, vision loss and paralysis. Mosquitos in Larimer County have tested positive for West Nile Virus. CBS When Lisa Montez visited Fort Collins in the summer of 2022, she never imagined a mosquito bite would turn her life upside down. What started as mild fatigue turned into a months-long ordeal that left her unable to drive, plagued by chronic fatigue, and permanently impacted by the bite. "The next day, I woke up and was very, very tired. But I figured, because I was traveling and we were with family, that it was just a normal vacation tied," Montez said. She returned home to Washington. Within days, Montez broke out in a full-body rash. Doctors initially suspected something minor - maybe an ear infection or just a viral bug. But despite multiple visits to urgent care and emergency rooms, her condition worsened with no clear answers. It took two months and a battery of tests before doctors finally diagnosed her with West Nile virus. Montez, a healthy woman in her 30s, ended up with a rare neuroinvasive form of the illness. CBS Colorado's Tori Mason walks with Lisa Montez. CBS "My husband was doing everything on his own. I couldn't do laundry, I couldn't cook, I couldn't clean. A lot of times I was just in bed because I was so dizzy or I was so tired," she explained. She wasn't able to drive a car for about a year. Her family returned to Colorado to get support from family and treatment at UCHealth. Montez was in vestibular rehab for 11 months and in occupational therapy for eight months. "I think that had we not come back, I wouldn't be where I am, and I wouldn't have progressed as far as I have through this with the support that I had. So I'm very grateful for UCHealth and for all of the time that they invested," she said. People ages 55 and older are at higher risk of serious symptoms if they get West Nile virus. People with health conditions such as cancer, diabetes, and hypertension, and who have had organ transplants or are taking medications that suppress the immune system, are also at risk. There are no vaccines to prevent West Nile virus. Dr. Bob Belknap, Director of the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, says if people have it, it's supportive care. "If someone is feeling sick, and if they have any concern at all, we recommend that they seek medical care. Do not hesitate. People usually know if something is mild and it's manageable, something they can treat with over-the-counter medications," he said. "If it's at all concerning, or if it's getting worse despite those treatments, then definitely people should seek care." Larimer County CBS The Health Department urges all residents to adopt effective protective measures as part of their summer routine: Regularly use an EPA-registered insect repellent. Wear loose-fitting long-sleeved shirts and pants for long walks, gardening, and other times outside. Avoid outdoor activities during peak biting times around dawn and dusk. Montez says the experience completely reshaped how she approaches outdoor activities. She hopes her experience reminds others not to brush off those bites. "I have nerve damage in my body. My left side was impacted more than the rest of my body, so I have weakness in the left side of my body. I actually have a little bit of drooping in this side of the face," she said. "I'm better today, but I will have lifelong effects from this."
Fox News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Tim McGraw cancels upcoming Colorado performance due to back surgery
Country music icon Tim McGraw is taking a necessary pause from the stage as he recovers from recent back surgery. McGraw, 57, was forced to pull out of his upcoming performance at the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) event in Colorado, which was scheduled for July 21. "Cross Canadian Ragweed will step in for Tim McGraw as he recovers from back surgery to open the Last Cowboy Standing Show on July 21 in Fort Collins — and we couldn't be more thrilled," PBR announced in a statement on their official Instagram page. The American country-rock band reunited after a lengthy 15-year hiatus and shared how ecstatic they were to take the stage, as they sent their well-wishes to McGraw. "The band is back together and ready to bring the house down in an unforgettable night of world-class music and the greatest bull riding on earth. You won't want to miss it," the announcement read. "We're sending our very best to Tim for a quick recovery and hope to see him at a future PBR event." It's unknown why McGraw needed back surgery. Reps for McGraw did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. The "One Bad Habit" crooner's canceled performance comes after he previously stepped away from a starring role in an untitled bull-riding show set to air on Netflix, according to Deadline. The outlet reported that he was set to star and executive produce the show, but a source claimed that he stepped back because he needed to have back surgery, which would require recovery time. Meanwhile, in May, the country star shared a health update during a podcast interview. "I can tell you that after double knee replacements and three back surgeries and now a torn rotator cuff and a ruptured disc, all the things that are going on, there were times this year that I thought this might be it," he said on the "TL's Road House" podcast. "This might be time to hang it up." McGraw shared at the time that he had to do his fitness routine and workouts carefully. "I can't move quickly, there's no turning real quick to do something," he remarked. "Everything has to be very intentional; everything that I do has to be very methodical. I have to do cold plunges, I have to do infrared saunas. I have to do massages." The country star kicked off his Standing Room Only Tour on March 14, 2024, and has scheduled dates until October 25, 2025.
CBS News
6 days ago
- CBS News
Body found at northern Colorado lake believed to be local missing person
Deputies said they believe a body found in northern Colorado is that of a local missing person. According to the Larimer County Sheriff's Office, the body was located at Watson Lake on Sunday. Authorities temporarily closed the lake while they investigated, but the lake has since reopened. Search crews worked into the night on Tuesday and Wednesday searching for missing Fort Collins resident Larry Baker after his car was found at the Watson Lake State Wildlife Area. Baker, an avid fisherman, went missing after he left his home the morning of June 16. Larimer County Sheriff's Office Officials said more than 60 personnel searched the lake and the surrounding area on Tuesday and Wednesday with tracking dogs, drones, ground crews, scuba divers and underwater search technology. The sheriff's department has not confirmed if Baker's body was the one they discovered, and said they will release the identity of the person and the cause and manner of their death at a later time.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Hitting the Books: Central '59 class awards scholarships, lunch programs underway and more
From one class of Wildcats to another, Central's Class of 1959 awarded three Central High School graduates from the Class of 2025 with a combined $15,000 in scholarships. Andrew DeYoung, Madison Gonzales and Charlie Walsh each received $5,000 from the Central Class of 59— a nonprofit comprised of 1959 Central High School graduates and other supporters of the Orman Army. Scholarship recipients were chosen by a committee through an in-depth selection process. While in high school, DeYoung served as a DECA vice president of career development, a DECA store management director, and a Technology Students Association Sergeant of Arms. He was a two-sport athlete in track and tennis, while also working jobs at Chipotle Mexican Grill and Little Caesars. DeYoung will continue his education as a Colorado State University Pueblo business and marketing student. With the goal of being a psychiatrist, Gonzales will study neuroscience at Colorado State University in Fort Collins. At Central, she golfed, cheered, served as senior class president, was the vice president of the Central High School HOSA, worked for the Pueblo Parks and Recreation Department, and worked for a janitorial business. Walsh will also study at Fort Collins. She looks to study biomedical science and become a veterinarian. A talented violinist who competed in the National Junior Festival Competition, Walsh also golfed for the Wildcats, served on the school's student council, worked in childcare advocacy, and worked concessions for Pueblo Parks and Recreation. Colorado State University Pueblo's Thomas V. Healy Center for Business and Economic Research hosted 20 recent graduates of Pueblo County School District 70 middle schools for the 2025 Summer Business Academy between June 6 and June 13. Participants got a glimpse of college experience with campus tours, cafeteria lunches, recreation facilities and other experiences while learning entrepreneurship and business fundamentals. On the final day, students presented business ideas to a panel of judges for a chance to win up to $30. Additionally, the university plans to offer participants a college credit hour through the Division of Extended Studies. Business Professor Mike Wakefield and Associate Dean Yaneth Correra hope to expand the program in future years to include school districts throughout Southern Colorado, according to a CSU Pueblo news release. Pueblo D70 is offering free meals to children under 18 at five locations through its Summer Lunch Program. Four of the locations — Avondale Elementary School, Liberty Point International, Prairie Winds Elementary and Vineland Middle School — are serving food Monday through Thursday. Craver Middle School is serving food on Tuesday and Thursday. Here are the times each school is serving lunch. Avondale Elementary: 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Craver Middle School: 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Liberty Point International: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Prairie Winds Elementary: Noon to 12:45 p.m. Vineland Middle School: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Summer Lunch Program is open to the public and meals are $5 for adults. Menu information is available at Over 560 Pueblo County students graduated from online high schools in 2025. This includes several from the statewide Colorado Connections Academy. Melanie Hammond of Beulah, Dakota Harvey of Pueblo, Morgan Jahn of Pueblo, and Dustin Karabensh of Pueblo were among 360 Colorado Connections Academy graduates, according to a school news release. Pueblo D60 Lunch Program: Free food for kids? Pueblo D60 unveils sites and dates for summer lunch program Pueblo Chieftain reporter James Bartolo can be reached at JBartolo@ Support local news, subscribe to The Pueblo Chieftain at This article originally appeared on The Pueblo Chieftain: Central scholarships, lunch programs among summer education headlines
CBS News
7 days ago
- CBS News
Northern Colorado man arrested, accused of selling marijuana to minors
A man in northern Colorado is facing drug charges after he allegedly sold marijuana to minors through social media. According to the Fort Collins Police Department, officers and Loveland Police SWAT arrested Garett Van Mullins on Thursday as part of an ongoing investigation into underage marijuana sales. Larimer County Sheriff's Office Police said they believe Van Mullins has been using social media sites under the monikers "420 Minister" and "I Am Foundation Church" to sell marijuana. Van Mullins is facing charges of unlawful distribution of marijuana to a minor, a class 3 felony. Authorities asked anyone with information on the case or who believes their teenager purchased from him to contact FCPS Marijuana Enforcement Officer Jim Lenderts at (970) 416-2949 or jlenderts@
