In 1969, scientists were looking for a peaceful way to use nuclear weapons. Applying them in the oil and gas fields of Colorado seemed an ideal way to get to the fuels buried deep below the surface.

They’re fast becoming the metal markers of Weld County. As you drive Weld County Road 59 north out of Kersey, the only interruptions to the flat horizon are clumps of trees, a few grain silos and now, ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... A worker at an oil rig site in Weld County died of injuries suffered in an accident, authorities said. The accident happened at about 8 a.m. Thursday but the ...

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Chico >> Officials say a brighter future for young offenders is shaping up at Juvenile Hall after the launch of a welding class that is helping build water well-drilling rigs for Africa. Juvenile Hall ...

Not that long ago, a list of best welders would only have been relevant to trained professionals. Thanks to advances in welding technology, today’s welding rigs are smaller, safer, and easier to use ...

The welding curriculum at Humphrey Public School has received much-needed equipment. A donation, provided by Farm Credit ...

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