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Jefferson County considers adding bike lane to Lookout Mountain Road
Lookout Mountain Road will look very different in the coming years, thanks to two separate Jefferson County projects. The first is the ongoing Lookout Mountain Road study, which recently started…
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Where to begin when tackling 14ers: Tips from a seasoned hiker
The Rocky Mountains dazzle natives and transplants alike with their stunning peaks and seemingly endless hiking trails. From quick outings to day hikes, it’s easy to get out there and explore the beautiful Colorado landscape. But for diehards, 14ers are the Galiaths just waiting to be conquered. But they aren’t to be taken lightly. If…
CHSAA bylaws bring changes ahead of 2024-25 sports season
The annual bylaw updates from the Colorado High School Activities Association bring change like the seasons ahead of each school sports year. There are a few major and historic ones now active ahead of 2024-25. The bylaws went into effect on July 1 and were broken down on CHSAANow.com. The major ones include: This primarily…
Ikon or Epic Pass? We asked 13 locals for their opinion
Though we just eclipsed the Fourth of July, it’s smart to start thinking about gearing up for the winter season again. Colorado is the ultimate outdoor playground for skiing and snowboarding, but the options can be overwhelming, especially if you’re just getting into the sport(s). Aside from hitting the backcountry, you’ll likely need to visit…
PRESS RELEASE: Complete College America Welcomes Dr. Landon Pirius to Board of Directors
President of Red Rocks Community College joins leadership team of nonprofit dedicated to higher education reform. Complete College America (CCA), a national nonprofit organization dedicated…
Coming Attractions: Arvada Center Celebrates Sculptors for the Summer
When public art really connects, it can be a real place-maker for its chosen home. The Arvada Center has certainly proven that with its Sculpture Field, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. But as every artist who goes after public art commissions can attest, getting selected to build a piece is a rare occurrence. For…
Sports
Annual criterium races toward Littleton
Downtown Littleton is flat. For most shopping areas, this wouldn’t be much of a selling point. But in Littleton, its topography creates the perfect conditions for a massive annual event, one that most Colorado cities can’t claim. From around the country — and sometimes around the world — cyclists travel to Littleton each summer for…
Kayakers imbue love of water sports into Golden’s annual competition
In fair Golden where we lay our scene, where the cowpokes of old once rode bulls for the thrill, so now do today’s playboaters do the same with the racing river. Kayakers from near and far displayed their dedication to their sport during the annual Kayak Rodeo June 26 at the Clear Creek Whitewater Park.…
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Arts & Culture
DMNS Explores ‘The Power of Poison’
Ever since most of us were young, we’ve been exposed to stories that include poisoning of some kind — think about classics like Snow White and Greek mythology. And poisoning still features in murder mysteries and true crime sagas that enthrall adults.…
Circus Foundry performers cultivate love for the arts at Golden festival
Art is creation. It is the act of bringing to life something that likely didn’t exist before and may never exist again. And while some works of art are tangible pieces that one can take home and hang on a wall or…
Coming Attractions: Colorado activities to keep your summer bright
The longest day of the year is nearly upon us and we’ve still got two months of summer ahead. In other words, we’re living the good life right now. Colorado is such a great place to be during the summer — there…
Coming Attractions: Butterfly Pavilion celebrates pollinators
Butterflies and bees are some of the best features of summer — seeing them fly through yards and parks is a reminder of the simple beauty present in nature. But these insects are also pollinators and play a crucial role in the…
Take a bow: Northglenn Youth Theatre has been ‘feeding the souls’ of young performers for 30 years
Slight and bespectacled, 14-year-old Lilly Sergeef is eyeing Broadway. She is a veteran actor and has been in commercials for insurance companies and Village Inn since age 6. But she is especially drawn to the stage, where she has never felt intimidated…
A homecoming and fine art show at the Tesoro Powwow and Indian Market
The Tesoro Cultural Center’s 23rd Annual Indian Market and Powwow hosted Native American artists, singers and dancers for a weekend of fun, commerce, education and celebration. The event took place June 1 at The Fort in Morrison, and for many of the…
Columns & Opinion
Fabyanic: Feeling awe-full
During our study of American Romantic and Transcendental literature, I would challenge my juniors to choose between two high-risk ventures:…
Michael Norton: How to become a part of the community
In an increasingly digital world, the importance of being part of a physical community cannot be overstated. Communities form the…
Coming Attractions: Miners Alley Shows ‘The Full Monty’
Hearing the name “The Full Monty” probably conjures up a very specific set of images for most people. Namely, six men whom…
Duncan: What is hospice?
Having a spouse who was in hospice care at the time of his death does not make me an expert…
Letters
Letter: Vote intelligently, or you will lose what our country has fought so hard to maintain
Perhaps we should remember that there are more than 7 billion people on this planet and THEN define “freedom” and…
Letter: Voting for the lesser of two evils is still voting for evil
With Super Tuesday behind us, we must now face the reality of a Trump/Biden rematch in November. I was a…
Letter: Memory loss
The 2024 Presidential election is all about memory loss. Not President Biden’s, but that of Republican MAGA clan members. They…
Local LIFE
A ripe region for Colorado watermelon-growing
Every year, on one day in the summer, a group of people line up at the edge of a long, yellow tarp in southeastern Colorado. The tarp is stationed next to a building to prevent the wind from impacting a competition, for which some people practice seriously. Others decide to give it a try on…
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