I Started in Radio back in 1977 at age 15. I attended college at the University of Alaska - Fairbanks and it was there in the mid 80's I found my love for backpacking, hiking and making my own trail in life. Father to 3 amazing kids and engaged to the most beautiful, inside and out, woman in the world. My hobbies include charity work, riding motorcycles and doing anything outdoors.
Charley Barnes
City of Greeley Announce New Fishing Regulations for Poudre Ponds
"When fish hear my name they tremble" has always been one of my favorite shirts. If one of your favorite places to scare fish is Poudre Ponds you need to know this.
Honor Flight Northern Colorado Endurance Ride Wristbands for Sale
There have been many who have supported my fundraising effort for Honor Flight Northern Colorado, but a few have gone above and beyond. Erik Jon Barrett from Ohio is one of them.
Leona’s Poker Run To Benefit Weld Food Bank Sunday May 3
The 26th Annual Weld Food Bank Poker Run is coming up on Sunday, May 3. This was actually the first poker run I did 13 years ago and I rarely miss it.
Veterans History Project Video Series With Charley Barnes – Sneak Peek with Colonel William R. Suhre/Ret. [VIDEO]
Today begins what I think will be one of the most satisfying things I have ever done. This is the first video in a long running series for the Veterans History Project.
Brand New With Barnes – The Week in Review for March 9 to March 13 [VIDEOS]
Brand New With Barnes features new songs from well known artists and singers you've never heard of before. This, is your weekly recap in case you missed some. Don't forget to vote for your favorite.
Smoke Visible From Controlled Burn at Pawnee National Grasslands
We are getting calls on the smoke out East around the Pawnee National Grasslands. This is a planned controlled burn and should be done only be a day or two.
Greeley to Extend 10th Street Road Project this Month
The City of Greeley will be starting a new project on 10th St. that will snarl traffic for about 90 days. The project in question is long overdue and needed.
Utah Votes to Bring Back Firing Squad for Executions [POLL]
Utah was the last state to use the firing squad for their method of execution. How fitting is that they just voted to bring it back. The reason why may be even more shocking, no pun intended.
Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg Does the Unthinkable
The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg, Colorado has done some amazing things in their time, but nothing that compares to Operation Spirit of Freedom. Never before has this been done.
CSU Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program One of the Best in the Nation
Every college has something they are known for. When it comes to CSU, veterinary medicine is usually the first thing that comes to mind. So, it wouldn't surprise many to see how high is actually ranks in the nation.
Check Out This List at What Every State Is Best and Worst at
Colorado was listed in this new survey as "least obese" which I found odd since we have legal marijuana. I assume this will change when the munchies kick in.
Comedian Paul Rodriquez at the Union Colony Civic Center in Greeley
If you can't laugh at yourself, you're too wound up. Paul Rodriquez is not afraid to laugh at himself, his race, family or friends and he'll bring you to tears later this month.