The Federal Aviation Administration has purchased a WindTracer lidar system from Lockheed Martin’s Coherent Technologies unit based in Louisville. The lidar system, which is being tested at the Las Vegas McCarran International Airport, provides warnings of wind hazards and wind shifts.
Dish Network Corp. of Douglas County announced a partnership with the Community Broadcasters Association to help consumers who watch TV via over-the-air signals prepare for the digital transition in February.
JAG Media Holdings Inc. announced that it remains in ongoing merger discussions with Denver-based BlueCreek Energy Inc. The companies entered into a nonbinding letter of intent Oct. 2.
Royal Gold Inc. increased the annual dividend for its common stock from 28 cents to 32 cents, payable on a quarterly basis of 8 cents per share.
ADA-ES Inc. of Littleton announced that work has commenced on a $3.2 million contract with the Department of Energy to develop technology that will capture carbon dioxide from coal-fired power plants.
Vitro Diagnostics Inc. a Golden- based provider of technology for the treatment of infertility and diabetes, received the 2008 Best of Aurora Award in the doctors equipment and supplies category from the U.S. Local Business Association.
Wells Fargo Financial Retail Services said it has begun a donor relationship with Denver-based Morris Animal Foundation. Wells Fargo will donate a percentage of the annual sales from the veterinary segment of the Wells Fargo Health Advantage credit-card program.
Starz Entertainment of Douglas County landed a bevy of first-run and library titles from Summit, Lionsgate, Hallmark, IFC, the Samuel Goldwyn Co., First Look and Fremantle. The deals allow Starz to offer the content on multiple distribution platforms.
Re/Max Alliance of Louisville and David J. Robbins of Golden Lenders will host a foreclosure bus tour Nov. 15, showcasing some of the best bank-owned properties in the Denver area.
The Colorado Leadership Alliance and 9News are seeking nominations for the 2009 9News Leader of the Year Award, recognizing an emerging leader who has made a significant contribution to the Colorado community. Deadline for nominations is Nov. 14, and forms can be found at 9news .
