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Women’s Wellness: Sun safety for Coloradans
As we approach summer, people need to remember that too much UV exposure puts them at greater risk for skin cancer. Coloradans are at an even greater risk — because…
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To help address teens’ mental health needs, Colorado to launch Youth Mental Health Corps
Colorado is one of four states set to launch a new public-private program this fall aimed at addressing both the growing mental health needs of teenagers and a lack of providers.
Para ayudar a abordar las necesidades de salud mental de los adolescentes, Colorado lanzará el Cuerpo de Salud Mental Juvenil
Colorado es uno de los cuatro estados que lanzará este otoño un nuevo programa público-privado destinado a abordar tanto las crecientes necesidades de salud mental de los adolescentes como la falta de proveedores.
Meet the Democrats running for Congress in Colorado’s District 4 race
A Democrat hasn’t won the U.S. House seat in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District since Betsy Markey in 2008. Two years later, Republican Cory Gardner pushed her out and held the seat until his successful run for the U.S. Senate in 2014. Then came Ken Buck, a Republican from Weld County, who had a lock on…
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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 and…
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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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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…
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,…
Columns & Opinion
Women’s Wellness: Strong bones for strong women
An unknown, yet highly common change that women might feel in their journey through life is a difference in physical…
The importance of self-care in women
In today’s busy and stressful world, it’s easy for women to neglect caring for themselves due to career, family and…
Michael Norton: The power of genuine relationships
This week’s column was inspired by many of you, the people in my life who remind me through your check-ins…
Spring cleaning: TULA organizing tips
Spring is in the air, and for many that tends to instigate an overwhelming desire to start fresh, clear space,…
Letters
Letter: Love letter to Douglas County
On March 27, 2022, my husband and I went mountain biking on the Hidden Mesa Trail in Douglas County. Sadly,…
Letter to the editor: Thank you, Sonya
To Sonya Ellingboe: Reading of your retirement, my heart was filled with conflicting emotions. First, a sense of support for…
Letter – Able Shepherd off-base
Able Shepherd off-base Regarding the Colorado Community Media article “Emails show Able Shepherd organized PrideFest protest, despite denial”: Given the…
Local LIFE
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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