by Nancy Braden, Jefferson County Public Health
comments open from August 20 until September 8

Jefferson County Public Health received confirmation today that flea specimens collected from a prairie dog die-off in the Littleton are have tested positive for bubonic plague. The area of concern is a vacant lot at southwest corner of Ken Caryl Avenue and Simms Street in Littleton. The area is being posted today and citizens are reminded to take simple precautions to avoid exposure.

Plague is a highly infectious bacterial disease carried by various types of wild rodents and is transmitted primarily by flea bites. "Squirrels, rodents, prairie dogs and other mammals, such as rabbits and cats are susceptible to plague because they get fleas,” explains Dr. Jim Dale, DVM, MPH, Director of Environmental Health Services.

For more information, read the full press release or contact Jefferson County Public Health, Environmental Health Services 303-271-5700 or www.jeffco.us/health.

by Public Information
comments open from August 20 until September 8

The Rocky Mountain Regional Fly-In is celebrating its 30th year in 2009. It is taking place on Saturday, August 22, and Sunday, August 23, at the Rocky Mountain Metro Airport. This year's event brings all the pilot's favorite fly-in activities and the new venue provides excellent accommodations for fly-in aircraft, camping and all the activities associated with the fly-in.

The Colorado Sport International Air Show, formerly the Front Range Air Show, will feature the thrill of high performance aerobatics, nostalgic warbirds and modern military flight demonstrations.

For more information, ticket prices and performance activities and times, see the Rocky Mountain Metro Airport Web site.