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Colorado’s Biggest City Won’t Have Fireworks This Year
One of Colorado's largest city's 4th of July celebrations is doing away with the traditional fireworks show this year. Is this new trend here to stay?. No More 4th of July Fireworks As Major Colorado City Continues A New Show. Thinking back to being a kid, I can relate many...
Worth-the-drive food destinations in Colorado
We boast about Boulder County’s culinary wonders more than almost anyone, but diners cannot thrive on local tastes alone. The solution for taste buds bored to death with the same old pad Thai and Buddha bowls is to take them (and the rest of your senses) on a road trip. Just down Colorado’s highways are some seriously cool food experiences.
Popular Burger Joint Making its Way to Colorado
There’s been a few different chains that have been making a name for themselves here in Colorado. One that’s been absolutely blowing up is Cava, which not only is the fastest growing chain in Colorado, but the entire United States. Then, of course, there was In-N-Out. The sought...
Two Surprising Colorado Cities Among Retirement Hot Spots
Two Colorado cities made the fastest-growing retirement spots across the country. And one made it into the top 10. Longmont, Colorado, came in No. 9 as a retirement hotspot. The 65-and-over population grew by 40% over five years. In 2022, that population comprised 17% of the north Front Range city.
Colorado schools got nearly $2 billion in COVID aid. Now the money is ending and districts face tough budget decisions.
Nearly $2 billion in federal aid flowed into Colorado school districts’ coffers during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and, with that money, they expanded tutoring for children, started after-school and summer programs and increased mental health services. But that temporary funding is drying up and if districts haven’t...
Law banning residential occupancy limits in Colorado takes effect
House Bill 24-1007, also known as the HOME (Harmonizing Occupancy Measures Equitably) Act, prohibits local governments from limiting the number of unrelated people living together under the same roof.
“Crazy Jesus People” — Boebert Joins Sean Feucht for Kingdom to the Capitol Stop in Denver
Controversial Christian conservative musician and activist Sean Feucht brought his “Kingdom to the Capitol” tour to Denver this weekend, performing on the steps of the Colorado Capitol with guest appearances from U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) and Colorado Rep. Scott Bottoms (R-Colorado Springs). Feucht, a former worship leader...
Underground tunnel said to have once connected brothel to iconic Denver hotel
Those familiar with the 'Wild West' past of Colorado probably aren't too shocked to hear that numerous cities hid underground tunnels beneath their sidewalks. As might be expected, one of those cities was Denver, which was once home to an operational network of tunnels interconnecting numerous buildings and destinations around the city – some connections made for legitimate reasons and others more nefarious.
A major fossil fuel group has a plan to sue Denver over its climate-minded building polices
After wildfire smoke and smog smothered Denver in the summer of 2021, the city approved an ambitious plan to tackle its largest source of planet-warming pollution: big buildings. Local advocates and climate officials knew the Mile High City wouldn’t reach its lofty climate targets without an aggressive plan for its...
Denver real estate leaders fire entire board over MLS sale controversy
As the real estate industry grapples with the landmark settlement case changing the rules on agent commissions, tensions between Denver’s real estate leaders boiled over the future of the database where most homes for sale in Colorado are listed. The Denver Metro Association of Realtors (DMAR) and South Metro Denver Realtor Association (SMDRA) announced Friday it fired the entire board of REcolorado — the multiple listing service accounting for more than 75% of residential sales in the state — as punishment for speaking out against...
Erie denies Redtail Ridge development, citing safety issues
The Erie Town Council has denied the proposed Redtail Ranch development, citing concerns for public safety, because the site sits between landfills and oil and gas wells. On June 25, Senior Planner Harry Brennan presented the preliminary plat for Redtail Ranch. The 290-acre property is located northwest of the junction of Weld County Road 4 and Weld County Road 5.
Two Colorado Cities Ranked as Best for Weddings
Colorado has many amazing and picturesque places where you can tie the knot with the person you love. Take Grand Lake, for example. Not only is it Colorado’s largest lake, but arguably its prettiest. Oh, and famous Hollywood actor Tim Allen got married there as well. However, there’s two...
Boulder Running Trails: The Ultimate Guide to Colorado’s Favorite Paths
If you’re a running enthusiast and find yourself in Boulder, Colorado, you’re in for a treat. Known for its breathtaking natural beauty and extensive trail system, Boulder offers an array of running trails that cater to all levels of runners. Whether you’re an avid trail runner or just looking for a scenic jog, Boulder’s running trails have something for everyone. In this guide, we’ll explore some of the best running trails in Boulder, Colorado, and what makes them so special.
Broken Elevators, Hot Weather Make Denver Apartment Building Feel Like a Horror Movie
Nathan Cummings compares living at the Lincoln at Speer apartment complex to American Horror Story or. “We need help,” he says. Those pleas are largely because elevators in the ten-story building at 1200 Galapago Street only work some of the time,. according to residents, and one residential elevator has...
Metro moves: $107M luxury apartments development starts construction in downtown Parker
Welcome to the Denver Gazette’s Metro Moves. You’ll get the latest metro Denver openings, closings, hiring and promotion news here. To submit your company’s news, drop an email to bernadette.berdychowski@denvergazette.com. Luxury apartments coming to downtown Parker. Downtown Parker is about to see a big project bring more...
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