We’ve been reporting about the marijuana policies of presidential candidates, some of whom would like to turn back the clock on legal recreational sales in Colorado and a handful of other states. But there are plenty of reasons to let Colorado’s experiment go forward. Millions of them, in fact. In…
Chris Walker’s latest article about high rents in Denver focused on room shortages and horror stories. The tales definitely struck a chord with readers, whether they were eager renters or exasperated landlords. Count the following person among the latter group. His experiences involve potential renters so desperate to secure a…
Denver blog posts appreciate the contributions of local originals. At our Arts blog, Byron Graham marks the passing of Michael Carter, a local stand-up comedian who died at the shocking age of 31. Denver Infill’s Ken Schroeppel offers the first update of the Le Meridien/AC Hotel project in central downtown. The…
I’ve been going to the movies for a really, really long time. The first flick I saw in a theater was Disney’s animated version of The Jungle Book, released in 1967, when I was six. Since then, I’ve experienced plenty of rude behavior by fellow attendees — and in recent years,…
Colorado is traditionally ranked among the happiest states in America. And that’s the case again according to a new study by WalletHub. Why? The site’s methodology touches on dozens of topics, including physical health, the depression rate and the average commute time. And while Colorado doesn’t excel by every metric, it…
Heritage Square, a Denver landmark since the 1950s, isn’t shutting down entirely. The amusement park at the attraction, located in the foothills west of Denver, will remain open. However, yesterday was the last for Heritage Square’s most beloved thrill ride — the Alpine Slide. The decision was reportedly made for…
Another week, another group of fans who can’t believe they managed to lose to the Denver Broncos. This time around, it’s boosters of the Oakland Raiders, who hosted Denver at The Black Hole yesterday afternoon. As noted in our recent collection of Raiders suck memes, plenty of Raiders loyalists thought…
We recently posted about two illegal pot grow busts on federal land on Colorado’s Western Slope. Ten foreign nationals were arrested in the incidents — nine from Mexico, one from Honduras. Last year, as we pointed out, Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area director Tom Gorman warned that Mexican cartels…
Denver blog posts could use a little pick-me-up. At our Food & Drink blog, Jonathan Shikes has the lowdown on DIA seeking a brewery for the new Westin airport hotel. Denver Egotist highlights the new Swift open-source radio-station app by Denver’s Matthew Fecher. Mile High Hockey’s Ryan Murphy has the…
When we recently re-shared our vintage post featuring our favorite “You Know You’re NOT from Colorado When” punchlines, we asked readers for their favorite way to complete that thought. And as usual, you came through. We photo-illustrated our ten favorite answers, which touch on traffic, wardrobe mistakes, overcrowding and more…
As longtime Bronco fans, we enjoy hating the Oakland Raiders. But it hasn’t been as much fun in recent years, owing to how horrible the Raiders have been. This year, however, the Raiders, under former Broncos defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio, appear to be improved. Their record is 2-2 and…
Earlier this week, we told you about the arrest of ten foreign nationals after law enforcers found two illegal marijuana grows on federal land along Colorado’s Western Slope. Now, the U.S. Attorney’s Office reveals that these busts were two of six grows on federal or private land taken down in…
On Facebook, Kyle McClelland comes across as a loving father who dearly misses his two little boys. At last report, however, McClelland was ensconced in the Jefferson County jail on suspicion of child abuse after the toddlers were found wandering a south Jeffco street. The drama began yesterday, when the…
Our post about a ban against grinding at an Arapahoe High School dance generated some vivid commentary. Much of the talk centered on the AHS principal’s statement in a letter to parents that those who disobeyed this edict might face “possible legal ramifications” — a statement backed up by the Arapahoe…
Denver blog posts are feeling autumnal. At our Arts blog, Jamie Siebrase highlights ten family friendly ways to celebrate October in Colorado. The Colorado Independent’s Kyle Harris on why Mike Coffman spoke to an organization described as the nation’s leading anti-Muslim hate group. The Ralphie Report’s Jeff Hauser remembers CU-Boulder’s…
On Tuesday, Aurora Public Schools released “APS 2020: Shaping the Future,” a report that puts a positive spin on educational reform efforts in the district — and the timing certainly doesn’t seem to have been coincidental. The next day, the If Not Now Coalition, a group of seventeen organizations that…
The Tonight Show’s Jimmy Fallon is known as one of the nicest guys in show business — and we’re sure he didn’t mean to come across as harsh when bidding farewell to Andrew Burton, an eight-year-old from Littleton, who guested on the program last night. But judging by the expression on…
Every time society seems to be moving toward greater understanding and tolerance, there’s an incident that reminds us how far we still have to go. The bias-motivated crime arrest of Sean Boylan is a case in point. According to an affidavit on view below, Boylan attacked a man outside a…
Earlier this week, we posted about two illegal marijuana grows found on federal land. Ten foreign nationals were busted in separate operations. Now, Mario Garcia and six others are in custody on charges related to an illegal grow of their own — one they allegedly built up on private land…
What a difference a year makes — although time isn’t the only variable factor when it comes to determining which Colorado places are booming the loudest. Last year, we shared a list of Colorado’s ten-fastest growing cities according to the Nerdwallet website. Now, another site, Wallethub, has come up with its…
Ana McKenzie-Campbell’s post about what $1,200 rent will buy in metro Denver got a lot of people talking. Some were distressed by the high price tag on places that struck them as modest at best. Others pointed out that better buys were available the further renters ventured from downtown Denver. The…
Denver blogs posts are held to high standards. At our Food & Resurant blog, Gretchen Kurtz asks: How long should you wait before reviewing a restaurant? Predominantly Orange’s Brad James reveals how the Broncos are preparing to meet the Raiders in the Black Hole. WalkDenver’s Jill Locantore makes a simple…
