Email Author Kelsey Whipple

2012 Stories by Kelsey Whipple

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  Nicholas Mitchell chosen by Michael Hancock as Denver's new independent monitor

  published Jul 31, 2012

  At long last, Denver has a new head watchdog. After more than six months of searching, Mayor Michael Hancock offered Nicholas Mitchell the independent monitor spot vacated by Richard Rosenthal in Dece... More >>

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  Photos: Occupy Denver's Anaheim solidarity march leads to four arrests

  published Jul 30, 2012

  As tension between police and protesters in Anaheim continue to make national news, Occupy Denver activists staged solidarity protest last night -- and faced four reported arrests of their own. Denver... More >>

• Number One: Fan

  published July 19, 2012

  The irony of a late-’80s TV show titled “The Next Generation” being 25 years old is inescapable, but so is its cult fandom. To... More >>

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  Mark Udall among lawmakers pushing for Stolen Valor replacement, easy detection websites

  published Jul 27, 2012

  Last month, the Supreme Court of the United States overturned the national Stolen Valor Act of 2006. That decision led to the dismissal of charges against local college student Rick Strandlof ("Will t... More >>

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  Stolen Valor was born in Colorado before dying with the Supreme Court

  published Jul 26, 2012

  In this week's cover feature, "Will the Real Rick Strandlof please stand upr," Westword delves into the fascinating story of 35-year-old college student Rick Strandlof, whose past false identities end... More >>

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  Florence and the Machine at Red Rocks, 7/25/12

  published Jul 26, 2012

  FLORENCE AND THE MACHINE @ RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE | 7/25/12 See Also: The Walkmen's Peter Bauer: "Skrillex makes me feel like I don't understand what's happening" Funneled through the slight, almo... More >>

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  Independent Monitor finalists talk immigration, independence, racial profiling

  published Jul 25, 2012

  Today, Mayor Michael Hancock will interview the last three candidates for Denver's open Independent Monitor position -- again. In the second round of a search that has lasted six months, finalists Ken... More >>

• Eldren

  published July 26, 2012

  Eldren's Yankee Stargazer lives up to the second half of its name. Predicated on fuzzy, wide-eyed wonder, the four-song EP unfurls a set... More >>

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  James Holmes's tactical gear provider accused of having "blood on its hands"

  published Jul 24, 2012

  After some of the equipment belonging to Aurora theater shooting suspect James Holmes was traced back to a Chesterfield, Missouri company called Tactical Gear, reps spoke out about the ties online. Si... More >>

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  COVER STORY

  Will the real Rick Strandlof please stand up?

  published July 26, 2012

  Let me address some relevant background info. The majority of the last twenty or so years has involved me lying, deceiving, cheating or in... More >>

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  Alonzo Ashley's family sues police, zoo for emotional, financial costs

  published Jul 24, 2012

  One year after his death, Alonzo Ashley's family has filed a lawsuit on his behalf in U.S. District Court. A year ago this month, Ashley died of a heart attack and respiratory arrest after a skirmish ... More >>

• The Walkmen's Peter Bauer: "Skrillex makes me feel like I don't understand what's happening"

  published Jul 24, 2012

  See Also: - Review: Florence + the Machine at Red Rocks, 7/25/12 - The Walkmen at Wells Fargo Theatre with Florence + the Machine, 7/26/12 The Walkmen's first album, Everyone Who Pretended to Like ... More >>

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  Masterpiece Cakeshop refuses gay wedding: Readers share their stories

  published Jul 23, 2012

  On Friday, we chronicled the story of Dave Mullins and Charlie Craig on our sister blog, Cafe Society. The young gay couple plans to get married in Provincetown, Massachusetts in September, and last w... More >>

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  Masterpiece Cakeshop refuses to bake a wedding cake for gay couple

  published Jul 20, 2012

  Yesterday afternoon, 28-year-old Dave Mullins and 31-year-old Charlie Craig stopped by Lakewood's Masterpiece Cakeshop to order their wedding reception cake -- what they hoped would be a rainbow-layer... More >>

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  Photos: Alonzo Ashley anniversary vigil and anti-police-brutality rally

  published Jul 19, 2012

  Update below: Last night, the Colorado Progressive Coalition hosted a community potluck and vigil in memory of Alonzo Ashley, who died one year ago during an incident involving police and security at ... More >>

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  Colorado Springs Police bust of Steven Woods first under urban camping ban ordinance

  published Jul 18, 2012

  At approximately 9:50 a.m. yesterday, the Colorado Springs Police Department made its first arrest for the city's public camping ban, which officers began enforcing ordinance in 2010. During an invest... More >>

• Deep Cuts: On Oasis, people named Sally and why I will never look back in anger

  published Jul 18, 2012

  We all have it -- that one song that stopped us in our tracks the first time we ever heard it, that continues to give us pause each and every time it's played. Granted, some of us (see below) are a ... More >>

• The Pretty Sure

  published July 19, 2012

  There is nothing subtle about the Pretty Sure's new EP. From frontman Arlo White's gritty, basement-show vocals to the showstopping guitar to... More >>

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  ACLU, Arapahoe County Sheriff debate mysterious "Gypsy scams" warning

  published Jul 17, 2012

  Within the past month, with the explanation that "spring and summer are very active times for Gypsy-related criminal activities," a letter has circulated under the auspices of the Arapahoe County Sher... More >>

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  Immigration: Eldren's Josh Lee out of ICE custody but not in the clear

  published Jul 16, 2012

  For six weeks, Eldren violinist Josh Lee waited in custody at the Immigration Customs and Enforcement detention center in Aurora after a recent criminal charge complicated his immigration status. As ... More >>

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  The CELL: Michael Chertoff talks terrorism, protesters compare it to bee stings

  published Jul 13, 2012

  Last night, former Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff visited the grand reopening of the CELL, the downtown terrorism prevention center, to discuss cyber security and impending concerns i... More >>

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  Alex Martinez, Manager of Safety, on window of opportunity to create change

  published Jul 12, 2012

  On November 1, Alex Martinez traded his spot in the Colorado State Supreme Court to become Denver's sixth manager of safety in slightly more than a year. He has spoken publicly about his priorities fo... More >>

• Mayan Renaissance tracks 4,000 years of Central American history tonight on TV

  published Jul 12, 2012

  It's safe to say that the year 2012 is a big one in Mayan culture -- but few people really know the extent of its importance, argues PeaceJam Executive Director Dawn Engle. Not up to speedr No worries... More >>

• That’s Bull!

  published July 5, 2012

  Denver’s Running of the Bulls is both everything and nothing like its Pamplona namesake. To picture it, take Spain’s... More >>

• Denver police misconduct allegations: A Westword update

  published Jul 11, 2012

  In this week's cover story, "Back on the Beat," Westword explores recent changes within the Denver Police Department's oversight system and its investigation of Alex Landau's January 2009 beating. For... More >>