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LOOK: Abandoned Buildings in a Former Colorado Town Left to Rot
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. While a number of towns that have been abandoned over the years, typically referred to as ghost towns are widely known among Coloradans, some of these former settlements have simply been left to be reclaimed by the elements.
Colorado Unemployment Rates Rise to Highest Levels in Years
Here in Colorado, money has been getting tighter and tighter by the month for many people. Recently, it was found that Colorado is one of the hardest states to save money in the entire country. In a study done by Forbes Advisor, Colorado ranked as the 9th worst state to save money.
Howell Construction Completes Shops at Olde Town Station
Howell Construction, in conjunction with developer Trammell Crow and architect Farnsworth Group, has completed Shops at Olde Town Station in Arvada. This project recreated an underutilized parking lot and is part of a larger mixed-use, transit-oriented development that includes the Marriott Residence Inn, a project also built by Howell Construction.
Donald Sturm, business leader and philanthropist, dies at 92
Denver businessman and philanthropist Donald Sturm died peacefully on Aug. 17, leaving a legacy of achievement and generosity across Colorado and beyond. He was 92. Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1932, Sturm attended City College of New York before being drafted into the army. Upon discharge, he moved to Denver and earned his law degree at the University of Denver before getting his Master of Laws in Taxation from New York University.
Friction Labs Launches Athletic Hands, a Revolutionary Restorative Hand Cream for Athletes
Denver, CO – Friction Labs, a leading sporting goods manufacturer, is proud to announce the launch of Athletic HandsTM, a purpose-built restorative hand cream designed specifically for athletes. Developed in partnership with dermatologists and tested by Friction Labs’ Pro Team, Athletic Hands quickly aids in the recovery of active, dry skin, keeping athletes’ hands in top condition to perform their best.
These are the Denver Public Schools without AC
Thousands of Denver Public School children started classes this week — with outside temperatures hovering in the 90s — and no air conditioning in their classrooms. The big picture: 29 DPS schools don't have cooling units, something the district wants to fix with a bond package that voters will decide on in November by earmarking $240 million to install the systems.
Storm Track 3 Forecast: More overnight storms, temps climb toward the weekend
A fast-moving disturbance will spark the next round of storms over Colorado by this evening. Closer to sunset, this will track into western Kansas. A storm or two could be forceful enough for damaging downburst winds. This complex of heavy rain tracks east through the state overnight with the leftovers...
Amethyst Cathedrals to Quartz Treasures: Colorado Independent Warehouse Group is a Wholesale Powerhouse
The Rock Warehouse has been in business since 1987. Steve Applebaum, formerly a geologist with mining company Phelps Dodge, began the business by doing gem and mineral shows nationwide. He was joined by his wife, Janet, formerly a foreign language secondary teacher. In 1991, they opened a rock shop, Desert Gems, in Denver. Along with this storefront, Steve continued to develop the wholesale business. They sold the shop in 2008 and renamed the wholesale business The Rock Warehouse, which now supplies inventory to most of the retail rock and gem businesses in Colorado and surrounding states. Through their website, they now reach the rock and mineral community throughout the U.S. and internationally. One great perk is the annual buying trips the Applebaums make to Brazil and Uruguay, where they buy nearly all their amethyst, citrine, agate, quartz, and many other gems and minerals.
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Comes to Performance Now Theatre Company
Performance Now Theatre Company will present "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" September 6 - 22 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway in Lakewood. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $29 and are available online at www.performancenow.org or by calling 303-987-7845. Senior/Student discounts are available.
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