Rabu, 10 Juni 2026

PERA Bonus Controversy, World Cup Watch Parties, and Missing Miller Moths

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1984, actress and comedian Betsy Sodaro born in Leadville. She's known for voice work in Puss in Boots: The Last Wish and roles in The Out-Laws and Disjointed.

The Great Colorado Time Capsule is coming to Colorado Springs as part of Colorado's 150th anniversary. Find out more in Et Cetera. What would you put in a time capsule? Write in to let us know.

Dad probably doesn’t need another “World’s Best Dad” mug. The Flyover Father’s Day Gift Guide has smarter picks he’ll actually use, starting with a rolling grill basket made for easier backyard cooking.

Later today, you’ll receive a message from our partner, Hillsdale College, about a commemorative Betsy Ross Flag and its educational work on America’s founding, constitutional principles, and heritage of liberty.

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PERA Paid Bonuses While Pensions Shrank

Colorado's public employee pension fund was rewarding its own staff with millions in bonuses even as retiree benefits were being cut, a Colorado Sun investigation found.

On average, PERA's investment staff more than doubled their pay through performance incentives—in some years paying out bonuses regardless of whether the fund actually hit its targets. Meanwhile, the pension benefits that hundreds of thousands of Colorado teachers, state employees, and local government workers depend on have been quietly shrinking.

PERA manages retirement funds for more than 700,000 current and former Colorado public workers. The Sun found that top investment staff earned incentive pay totaling millions annually, a structure that pension governance experts say raises serious questions about conflicts of interest.

Critics are urging the Colorado Legislature to examine PERA's compensation structure as concerns about the pension system's financial health continue. According to the Reason Foundation, Colorado PERA School Division ranked 24th among the nation's most indebted pension plans last year, carrying $17.35 billion in unfunded liabilities, while the Colorado PERA State Division Fund ranked 49th and had $9.52 billion in unfunded liabilities.

Cigna Is Leaving Colorado's Market

More than 40,000 Coloradans will need to find new health insurance after Cigna Healthcare announced it is exiting the state's individual market effective January 1, 2027.

Cigna's plans are sold in 12 Front Range counties—stretching from Fort Collins to Colorado Springs—as well as in Routt County. As recently as 2024, Cigna was Colorado's third-largest individual market carrier, so its departure leaves a significant gap in coverage options.

The company is pulling out of the Affordable Care Act marketplace nationwide, citing market instability. Colorado's Division of Insurance confirmed Cigna filed formal withdrawal notice last month, triggering a requirement that affected policyholders be notified in time for open enrollment.

People with Cigna plans through their job or through a Medicare Advantage plan will not see their coverage affected.

Where to Find a World Cup Watch Party

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off Thursday, and even though no games will be held in Colorado, you'll have lots of viewing opportunities to choose from, from watch parties hosted by Grey Rock Sports Grill in Fort Collins to District Pour & Provisions in Westminster.

Denver isn't a host city, but the city is bringing the party downtown. A Soccer Celebration at Skyline Park runs through the tournament, featuring watch parties with giant screens, youth soccer clinics, gaming lounges, and live entertainment throughout the summer.

Several Denver bars are also getting in on the fun, including Ay Papi, DNVR Bar, and Maria Empanada, while Colorado Springs' party lineup includes The Brit Pub, Trainwreck, and Jack Quinn's.

The first matches are Thursday, and the Final is set for July 19. In addition, take a look at the full rundown on Colorado Springs' connection to the tournament before the opening whistle.

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➤ Berthoud: Health officials are warning of tularemia, a serious bacterial infection transmitted by dead rabbits and other wildlife, after a case was detected in Larimer County. (More)

➤ Moffat County: Multiple Colorado law enforcement agencies, including the Moffat County Sheriff's Office, responded to an active shooter incident in Baggs, Wyoming, just over the state line, where a deputy was injured, launching a manhunt. (More)

➤ Statewide: Near-record heat, dropping humidity, and gusty winds brought critical fire danger Tuesday—just one day after the Front Range was hammered with hail as large as 2.75 inches during severe Monday storms. (More)

➤ Front Range: Colorado's annual miller moth migration—the beloved and/or dreaded seasonal invasion—has been unusually quiet this spring, with far fewer moths than normal invading homes. (Details)

➤ Fort Collins: The city's Urban Renewal Authority is pursuing eminent domain to acquire the former El Palomino Motel after inspections found methamphetamine contamination, asbestos, and groundwater pollution at the blighted North College Avenue site. (More)

➤ Denver: Denver Public Schools' board voted unanimously to ban personal electronic devices bell-to-bell, requiring students to keep phones and other devices turned off and put away throughout the school day. (More)

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➤ Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor domestic violence charges in a Douglas County courtroom. A jury trial is set for July 22, just before the start of training camp. (More)

➤ Colorado football ranks 24th nationally in returning roster experience heading into the 2026 college football season, according to CBS Sports. (More)

➤ Denver-area native and Patriots linebacker Chad Muma hosted a football camp this week for kids with Type 1 diabetes, a condition Muma has lived with since seventh grade. The camp was held at his old high school in Parker through his Muma Movement foundation. (More)

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➤ Atrevida Beer Co. will close its Colorado Springs taproom on June 28 after eight years, the brewery announced on social media Monday—another closure in a tough season for the state's craft beer industry. (More)

➤ Vail Resorts reported Q3 earnings on Monday showing skier visits fell 15.5% and revenue dropped 7% to $1.21 billion as historically poor snowfall punished the 2025–26 ski season. Season pass sales for next year are also slowing. (More)

➤ Colorado-based manufacturer Durango Machining Innovations is expanding into Farmington, New Mexico, renovating an existing building for machining operations and building an 11,000-square-foot facility to house specialized manufacturing equipment. (More)

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The Lithium Boom is Heating Up

Lithium stock prices have more than doubled in the past year in response to ballooning costs and shortages. $ALB climbed 185%. $SQM, 133%.

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➤ Boulder's wildlife rescuers are overwhelmed with baby animals this spring, with Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center seeing a surge in admissions last month as orphaned squirrels, foxes, wood ducklings, and even an opossum flooded in. (See Photo)

➤ The second annual Colorado Senior Games took place in Colorado Springs this past weekend, featuring athletes over 50 competing in sports ranging from powerlifting to softball. Competitors included an 80-year-old powerlifter and a 92-year-old softball player. (See Video)

➤ Colorado's Great Time Capsule project, billed as the largest community time capsule in state history, is now on display in Colorado Springs as part of its statewide tour in honor of Colorado's 150th anniversary. (See Video)

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LDS Members Object, High School Murder Case, iPhone Birthrate Claims

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➤ LDS members were upset after the Pentagon's new list of religious codes didn't recognize their faith as Christian, forcing a revision. (Hear Details)

➤ A Texas jury has convicted a high schooler of murder for fatally stabbing another student during a dispute at a track meet. (Hear Episode)

➤ Two new studies researched whether the iPhone is responsible for the falling birthrate, and the results might surprise you. (Listen Now)

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Peachy Thriller, Crowded Job Fair, and Fort Lauderdale Flights

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 2004, legendary singer Ray Charles died at 73. His soulful rendition of Georgia on My Mind became Georgia’s official state song in 1979.

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Delta Bets Big on the Pacific

Delta Air Lines is on an international expansion tear, announcing a wave of new Pacific and Asian routes as part of the carrier's most aggressive global push in years.

Delta President Peter Carter said the Atlanta-based company wants to become the biggest U.S. carrier for trans-Pacific travel and, beyond that, “The real goal is to become the leading global carrier, which is a pretty audacious goal.”

Currently, United Airlines claims the title of world’s largest airline, based on revenue passenger miles. Delta carries more passengers; however, longer flights can generate more revenue per passenger than shorter trips.

Delta launched daily nonstop service between Los Angeles and Hong Kong on June 6, the airline's first Hong Kong flight in eight years. Delta also plans future service to Singapore and Manila, and flights to Seoul from more U.S. cities.

Aquarium Tops 50 Million Visitors

The Georgia Aquarium welcomed its 50 millionth visitor since opening its doors in downtown Atlanta in 2005, making the site one of the most-visited aquariums in the world.

To celebrate, the aquarium is hosting a giveaway featuring a VIP ticket package for four, valued at over $2,000. You can find more information about the contest here.

One of the largest aquariums in the world, the Atlanta venue has become a cornerstone of the area's tourism economy and a magnet for marine education and conservation.

Georgia Stars in Cape Fear

Apple TV+'s new thriller Cape Fear showcases coastal Georgia, from Savannah's cobblestone streets to a century-old ice cream shop on Broughton Street.

The 10-episode series stars Javier Bardem as a menacing ex-convict and Amy Adams and Patrick Wilson as the Savannah attorney couple he terrorizes.

The series was filmed in studios and on location in the Peach State, drawing strong early reviews for its lush Georgia backdrop and intense performances.

Leopold's Ice Cream, a Savannah shop founded in 1919, gets its own screen moment in the series. One of its classic T-shirts is in demand after being worn by Wilson's character.

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This Metal’s Up 170% in the Last 12 Months

No, not gold. Lithium. Prices have more than doubled in the last year alone, spurring a modern-day “white gold” gold rush driven by AI, energy, and more.

With demand growing 5X by 2040, a major opportunity is emerging. No wonder 40,000+ people have already invested in EnergyX.

Now, you can join for $13/share. Become an early-stage investor in EnergyX before the 7/16 deadline.

➤ Albany: A job fair drew hundreds of applicants, reflecting strong workforce demand across the region's manufacturing, healthcare, and agriculture sectors. (More)

➤ Loganville: The community mourned the death of former high school football standout Nic Smith, a student-athlete at the University of Kentucky. Authorities said preliminary findings do not indicate any foul play. (More)

➤ Atlanta: The victim of the MARTA train shooting last week was identified as star high school student-athlete J’Von Easterling, who continues to recover following multiple surgeries. (More)

➤ Columbus: The city council voted 7-1 to approve former councilman Tyson Begly as city manager, ending a year-long search. (More)

➤ Augusta: A manhunt continued for a prisoner who escaped the state's minimum-security Augusta Transitional Center, prompting law enforcement to warn residents in nearby neighborhoods to secure their homes. (More)

➤ Fort Stewart: A shots-fired incident led to a lockdown on Monday, with officials confirming one person was taken into custody. The post returned to normal operations within hours. (More)

➤ Georgia baseball enters the College World Series as the betting favorite at +260 after sweeping through the regional and super regional rounds. (More)

➤ Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson called receiver Drake London "probably my top teammate of all time" after Atlanta signed London to a four-year, $141 million contract extension. (More)

➤ The College Sports Commission resolved an NIL dispute with a pair of University of Georgia student-athletes, reversing a decision to block their deals as not “market rate.” (More)

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➤ Middle Georgia Regional Airport launched nonstop Contour Airlines service to Fort Lauderdale, giving area travelers a direct Florida route for the first time. (More)

➤ Hotels in the Atlanta area report that bookings are below expectations for upcoming World Cup matches. (More)

➤ Ireland's delegation in Atlanta is using the World Cup as a platform to strengthen trade ties with Georgia companies. (More)

➤ A University of Georgia study found that solar storms disrupting GPS signals could cost the state's peanut industry millions of dollars in misplanted crops and lost productivity. (More)

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The Lithium Boom is Heating Up

Lithium stock prices have more than doubled in the past year in response to ballooning costs and shortages. $ALB climbed 185%. $SQM, 133%.

Now, you can buy private EnergyX shares alongside 40k+ people. Join them as an early-stage investor before the 7/16 deadline.

➤ Pardoned reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley are suing their former defense attorney for $25 million, alleging malpractice led to their fraud convictions and prison sentences. (More)

➤ WWE announced its first-ever Sunday Night's Main Event professional wrestling show will take place Sept. 6 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Tickets go on sale Friday. (More)

➤ Players and coaches with the Uzbekistan National Team, based in Atlanta for the World Cup, and Atlanta United organized a youth clinic and autograph session in Marietta. (More)

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