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Thornton is doubling down on efforts to tap into water critical to city growth
In the latest effort to tap into water it already owns — a supply critical to its future growth — officials in Thornton have resubmitted plans for a proposed pipeline.…
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Northglenn and Latino communities lose cherished member
The Northglenn and Latino community is mourning the loss of a beloved leader who died recently at her Northglenn home in an apparent murder-suicide. Lucille Ruibal Rivera, 70, died Nov. 18. A funeral service is planned from 10 a.m. to noon Dec. 8 at Latina Funerals and Cremations, 3020 Federal Blvd., Denver. Northglenn police responded…
How one enterprising electrician made Denver the Christmas capital of the world
Around Christmastime in 1914, David Dwight Sturgeon’s son fell ill and became bedridden. Sturgeon, an electrician who would go on to start the Sturgeon Electric Company, devised a plan to dip light bulbs in red and green paint and string them on a tree outside the family’s home on 34th in Denver. The elder Sturgeon…
Northglenn tops its new city hall
Northglenn City Council and project teams gathered Nov. 13 to mark the last beam placed atop the future city hall. The topping-out ceremony is a builder’s rite traditionally held when the last beam is placed atop a structure during its construction. Construction started in June, and the building is expected to open in fall 2024. Project…
Sports
Frederick’s Ishmael explodes for record accolades in 2023 season
When your season stats include nearly 2,800 passing yards and 29 touchdowns, over 800 rushing yards and seven touchdowns — numbers that put him atop the heap in Class 3A and second among all Colorado football players (according to MaxPreps) and top 100 in the nation — someone is going to take notice. Frederick’s junior…
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Coming Attractions: A myriad of ways to kick off the holiday season
The arrival of Thanksgiving marks the official beginning of the holiday season, with families and friends getting together to share a meal and some great memories. And once dinner is over, what’s next on the itinerary? I have some options that will help you and your loved ones start the season off right. A…
From stone to sterling: Meet the artisans shaping the local jewelry scene
The heat of the torch, the smell of pickling solution, the sound of metal on a mandrel and the look of a completed piece are common aspects silversmiths and jewelers in the Denver metro area enjoy about their craft. Sarah DeAngelo Jewelry: “Southwest, feminine, natural and detailed” For Englewood business owner and professional jeweler Sarah…
Sonya Ellingboe retires after decades of sharing her love of the arts with readers
Sonya Ellingboe, a Littleton resident since 1956, who played a part in her beloved art world through her articles since at least 1989, recently announced her retirement from Colorado Community Media.
Arts, Culture & Entertainment: Parker Symphony marks anniversary
The Parker Symphony, conducted by Rene Knetsch, celebrates its 30th anniversary this season, beginning with a concert on Oct. 20 at the PACE Center titled, “Destination: Europe.” The Program will include Mozart’s “The Magic Flute,” Enesco’s “Rumanian Rhapsody,” Gliere’s Russian Sailor’s Dance;” and Beethoven’s “Violin Concerto,” performed by Yumi Hwang-Williams, concertmaster of the Colorado Symphony.…
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Coming attractions: Pay tribute to 10th Mountain Division at History Colorado
There are all kinds of stories that get forgotten in the fog of war, stories that need to be retold…
Coming Attractions: DFF46 aims to entertain and create empathy
Routines are easy things to fall into, especially when it comes to our viewing habits. Many find a genre or…
Westminster superintendent search shouldn’t be rushed
So, what is the big hurry at Westminster Public Schools? Superintendent of Schools Pam Swanson announces her retirement quite recently…
Coming Attractions: Explore the Mysteries of the Ice Ages at DMNS
There’s just something so fascinating about the Ice Age – it’s a world so foreign and so familiar at the…
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Jacque Phillips responds
Thornton Councilmember Kathy Henson made a motion at a recent Council meeting to allow voters to decide who fills council…
Letter to the Editor: Making childcare affordable
Child care is not affordable for most parents – with increasing monthly costs that average at least a third of…
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WinterFest brings magic to Thornton
Thornton’s WinterFest — a family-focused holiday celebration highlighted this year by fireworks and drone displays — returns Dec. 8-10 to Carpenter Park, 11000 Colorado Blvd. During WinterFest, the city creates a holiday village on the park’s playing fields, with structures that include Santa’s house, an elves’ cottage, a reindeer hospital and a gingerbread house, all…
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