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Setting the stage: Colorado-born actress brings immersive one-woman show to Denver Fringe Festival
Lauren Hance will perform her one-woman award-winning comedy show “Holy O” at the 2024 Denver Fringe Festival on June 6, 7 and 9. “The Denver Fringe Festival does a fantastic…
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Independent bookstores thrive in Colorado
As the school year comes to a close for some and the summer begins for all, Coloradans may be looking for something to fill their time. Luckily, they need to look no further than their local bookstores, which offer community, games and more, beyond books. While big box stores and bookselling chains offer wide selections…
On the High Line Canal Trail, The Imagination Tree inspires children and a book
Two-year-old Nolan Bursey ventures along a stretch of the High Line Canal Trail in Littleton, his excitement palpable as he approaches a peculiar tree. The whimsical foliage grows taller, eventually towering over Nolan as he approaches the tree. Casting his gaze upward, Nolan attempts to climb the tree for the umpteenth time, drawn to the trinkets…
How Colorado’s medication collection boxes aim to increase safety
A couple times a year, drivers might see a sign on the side of the road with bold letters that state, “Prescription Drug Take-Back” and take part by bringing unused or expired medications to their local police department. What they might not know is that there is a free and convenient way to properly dispose…
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PRESS RELEASE: Don’t Let Foodborne Illness Spoil Your Summer Cookouts
When the winter weather turns into spring, giving way to sunny summer days, many of us look forward to attending – or hosting – barbecues…
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CHSAA adopts high school shot clock for varsity teams
After several months of debate, the Colorado High School Activities Association formally adopted the use of a 35-second shot clock in prep basketball. The decision came during the association’s legislative council meeting on April 23. The change takes effect in the 2026-2027 school year for varsity boys and girls teams. The association’s legislative council approved…
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Coming Attractions: MOA reopens the Cabinet of Curiosities’ doors
For most artists, when a work is completed, that’s the end of the creative process. So, when Colorado-based installation artist Lonnie Hanzon had the opportunity to reimagine his “Cabinet of Curiosities and Impossibilities” for the Museum of Outdoor Arts’ (MOA) new location, he knew he was getting a rare treat. “It’s an honor to be back and…
RTD’s bus design contest celebrates 60 years of the Civil Rights Act in Colorado communities
Colorado’s Regional Transportation District is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Movement with an art contest. The agency is asking Coloradans for Civil Rights-themed artwork that will be wrapped onto an RTD bus. “I believe that public transportation is the great societal equalizer, and the delivery of transit services is inherently linked to…
Coming Attractions: Miners Alley Shows ‘The Full Monty’
Hearing the name “The Full Monty” probably conjures up a very specific set of images for most people. Namely, six men whom you wouldn’t think of as strippers doing just that. And to be honest, it’s not like the story isn’t about that. But as Nick Sugar, director of the musical version at Miners Alley Performing Arts Center,…
Arapahoe Libraries seeks submissions for annual Teen Art Show
Arapahoe Libraries is seeking applicants for its annual Teen Art Show, which will be held at Eloise May branch in August. Applications are open until July 1. The juried art exhibit is for ages 12 to 18 years old. Artists from across the district may apply, Nicole Dumville, coordinator of volunteer services and art galleries,…
Columns & Opinion
Michael Norton: From fear to confidence in sales
In last week’s column I shared how to navigate the sales spectrum. Encouraged by someone I look up to and…
Michael Norton: The vital role of ER teamwork
Ski resort hospital emergency rooms stand at the intersection of adventure and safety, catering to the needs of winter sports…
Duncan: What is hospice?
Having a spouse who was in hospice care at the time of his death does not make me an expert…
Michael Norton: A guide to making better choices
Last week I shared thoughts on what happens when we postpone decisions. Many of you asked how to make good…
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Worthwhile discussion
Gretchen Rydin, Littleton City Council member at large, and Krista Kafer, a local television and radio personality, hosted a documentary…
Hospitals are struggling
Colorado hospitals face an unprecedented fiscal squeeze — and the effects are rippling across our state. The one-two punch hitting…
Letter: Join fight against ADUs in Centennial
May 7, 2024 is a day of profound permanent change for the single-family neighborhoods in Centennial. City Council has been…
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Where did those red, blue and black Colorado license plates come from?
A ubiquitous image in Colorado, the state’s standard license plate features an artsy depiction of white mountains against a green background. So when all-red, all-blue and all-black designs with white letters — without mountains — started popping up in traffic, you probably took notice. In 2023, roughly 180,000 vehicles were registered with those seemingly new…
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