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CU Buffs opponent preview: Arizona manages to keep offensive stars despite coaching change
Arizona denied Colorado its last real chance at victory in Deion Sanders’ first season in Boulder. In the Buffaloes’ final home game of the year, they never trailed in the entire 60-minute game — except on the final scoreboard. CU led for much of the afternoon, including by a touchdown at the end of each quarter. But the Buffs failed to score in the final 15 minutes after putting together...
A 'City of the Future' Is Being Built Around One of the World's Busiest Airports
One of the biggest and busiest airports in the country may soon be more than just an airport — it may be a hub for a thriving “aerotropolis.”. If you’ve ever flown into Denver International Airport, you probably know it’s not actually in downtown Denver. It’s about a 45-minute drive from the airport to downtown Denver with no traffic, or you can take a $10 train ride from the airport and reach downtown in about the same time. That means there’s lots of undeveloped land around Denver International Airport, even though it’s one of the busiest airports in the world.
DIA, event organizers paid for Mayor Mike Johnston's trips to Paris, Ireland
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has been hopscotching to European cities practically free of charge, his office confirmed. Event organizers picked up Johnston's expenses for his trip to France, while Denver International Airport paid for his trip to Ireland. Because organizers paid for much of those expenses, it's not clear what...
UFC Denver Namajunas vs. Cortez Start Time in 30 Countries Including USA, Mexico, UK, France, India, Japan and More
The UFC’s International Fight Week is over. Next up for the promotion is an entertaining fight night card in Denver, Colorado, on July 13, 2024. Rose Namajunas will headline UFC Denver with Tracy Cortez, who replaced Maycee Barber at the Ball Arena, in a women’s flyweight matchup. The...
Korean War soldier finally laid to rest, 73 years after his death
DENVER — After more than 70 years, a soldier who fought in the Korean War has finally returned home. U.S. Army Private First Class Lawrence H. Williams disappeared while fighting in Korea in August 1951. "I knew that my grandfather and my parents were both always in question of...
Furniture bank aims to help Coloradans transitioning out of homelessness
A nonprofit just opening in Denver wants to help people furnish their homes as they transition out of a homeless situation.It can be pricey decorating your home and it may be even more difficult for those trying to get back on their feet.The new nonprofit, On The House Denver, works with caseworkers and other nonprofit organizations to provide its clients with furniture and essential home items at no cost.The goal is to give them a dignified experience. "You don't have to come and just take the couch you're given; you get to pick one out that makes you happy," said EmilyJane Zahreddine,...
Crowds at Denver area metro parks put pressure on surrounding areas
On a perfect Fourth of July day, the crowds showed up early at Bear Creek Lake Park. "Super busy. Great place to be for the 4th of July though," said Diana Nicholas who joined friends to walk into the park after it had reached capacity by 8:40. The park run by the City of Lakewood reaches capacity at 1000 cars and about 3000 people. This July 4th however was a big one. "Everybody out here is loving it. Being all together as one," said Omar Belgado who was at the packed beach at Soda Lakes. "It's been crowded yeah. Ever...
Fort Collins-area restaurant inspections: 1 requires reinspection
The Larimer County and Weld County health departments have a three-tiered health inspection rating, with rankings of pass, reinspection required or closed. Establishments with violations of 0-49 points pass; those with 50-109 points require reinspection; and any with more than 110 points face closure. This report is for June 26-July 2. Full reports and total points for the...
Colorado writer declares 'Legally Blonde' criminally relevant
A young woman born in 2001, the same year Elle Woods first burst onto pink-splashed movie screens with her empowering message for women around the world, is now old enough to be entering law school herself. Oh my God, you guys. It’s true: It’s been 23 years since the iconic film “Legally Blonde” was released, and 17 since it was turned into a Tony Award-winning stage musical. ...
Free Agent Notes: Cancar, Suns, Lowry, Sixers, Martin, Hield
When the Nuggets declined their team option on Vlatko Cancar for the 2024/25 season, multiple reports indicated that the two sides would likely work out a new minimum-salary deal that would both increase the forward’s salary (from the $2.35MM the option would have paid to $2.43MM) and reduce Denver’s cap hit (from $2.35MM to $2.09MM).
Denver area events for July 4
If you have an event taking place in the Denver area, email information to carlotta.olson@gazette.com at least two weeks in advance. All events are listed in the calendar on space availability. Thursday. 4th of July Party — With Food, beer gardens and entertainment starting at noon with fireworks at 9:30...
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