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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…


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…

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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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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.…

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…

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…

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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:…

Duncan: What is hospice?

Having a spouse who was in hospice care at the time of his death does not make me an expert…

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Letter: Memory loss

The 2024 Presidential election is all about memory loss. Not President Biden’s, but that of Republican MAGA clan members. They…


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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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