WW II Bomber At Sterling Airport

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A world war two bomber, named "Maid In the Shade", is going to be on display at The Sterling Airport through next Monday. Its a fully restored B-25 from the Commemorative Air Force Arizona Wing in Mesa, Arizona. Tours of the plane will be offered, and flights may be arranged starting at $395 per person. For reservations, call (480) 322-5503, or visit the aircraft at the airport

Hydropower Study presented

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Tonight, members of the Ft. Morgan City council will hear results on a study into the feasibility of installing a hydroopower system in the water supply pipeline. If its deemed feasible, it would be built in the pipeline tht brings Colorado-Big Thompson water to the city. Carl Brouwer, Nothern Integrated Supply Project project manager, will make the presentation to the council.

Hard Landing in Weld County

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Two people survived what's being referred to as a "hard landing" in a Weld County Field over the weekend. An FAA Designated Pilot examiner and a man going for his private pilot license rode the plane down after it the propeller lost one of its three blades mid flight. By the time the plane came to a halt, a second propeller blade had sheared off, but otherwise the plane was intact. They were able to guide the plane into a a wheat stubble field on Weld County Road 5. No one was injured in the incident.

Arson Case - Ft. Collins

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Closing arguments got underway today in the trial of Benjamin David Gilmore. Gilmore is accused of attempted murder, arson and criminal mischief in connection with a $10 million fire last October. The fire damaged a four-story apartment complex under construction, then spread to the occupied Penny Flats condominium and retail building next door. Gilmore has maintained his innocence and took the stand in his own defense last week.