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The real story behind "Black Friday"

As we prepare for the commercial holiday that follows a little thing called Thanksgiving, the debate over whether stores should begin opening at midnight on Black Friday is raging. But when and where did Black Friday come from? What does it really mean? We asked Darrin Duber-Smith, Marketing Profess ... More >>

"Yes, They're Real," the fourth entry in the "Week of a Woman" photo contest

In fourth grade, I wanted glasses more than anything. Well, that's not true -- I wanted braces even more. I also wanted a perm because my best friend had one. Basically, I desired to look as uncool as possible. As it turns out, I got all of those things as an adult (minus the perm, though I almost c ... More >>

"Big Baby Jesus Dog," the third entry in the "Week of a Woman" photo contest

I know, I know. Women who do not have children are supposed to love cats. They are supposed to dress them up in onesies and push them around in strollers. But fortunately for this photo project/contest, I happen to live with a very photogenic dog instead. In fact, I live with three extremely good-lo ... More >>

"Spiritual Gangster Spelled Backwards," the second entry in "Week of a Woman" contest

For this second photo in my Colorado Mills "Week of a Woman" contest entry, I chose to highlight one of my greatest obsessions as a woman: working out. We spend millions of dollars on gyms, clothes to wear at gyms, and bags to carry our clothes that we wear at gyms -- because working out in an enclo ... More >>

"Brush your teeth with anger" is my first "Week of a Woman" photo

I'm not a photographer. I don't even own a camera. But that's not going to stop me from participating in Colorado Mills's "Week of a Woman"photo contest, going on now through October 9. The contest works like this: Anyone with the plausible means to "capture everyday women on film" can enter (I do ... More >>

Sting brings his stripped down Back to Bass Tour to Wells Fargo Theatre on November 20

Don't take coffee. I drink tea, my dear.​After performing at Red Rocks last year with the Royal Philharmonic, Sting returns to the area with his Back to Bass Tour on Sunday, November 20 at the Wells Fargo Theatre. Backed by a five-piece band (including Dominic Miller, Rufus Miller, Vinnie Co ... More >>

Modmarket needs your help to step up its social media game

​While Facebook pages and Twitter handles have become a staple on most restaurants' business cards, Boulder-based Modmarket wants to stand out. Sure, it will continue to use Facebook and Twitter accounts, but they'd be seamlessly integrated into the official website. "The idea is that we'd l ... More >>

Medical marijuana and American Express: Credit card company prohibits pot purchases

Flickr.​Patients who've tried to charge their medical marijuana purchases to American Express recently made an unpleasant discovery: As of April 30, American Express started denying all such transactions. "American Express has made a decision not to allow card acceptance for medical marijuana, ... More >>

Parties: Come prepared or don't come at all

​Welcome to In the Weeds. Kyle will be right with you -- most likely to complain about something. Usually he is pleasant, but this is his place to blow off some steam. Don't take it personally; he just needs to vent because he's been doing this for about thirteen years. Enjoy your meal. Servi ... More >>

Paul McCartney coming to Pepsi Center

​While we usually get word of mega shows months in advance, that's not the case with Paul McCartney, who just added a July 15 stop at the Pepsi Center to his upcoming 2010 Tour. McCartney, who made his Colorado debut with the Beatles at Red Rocks in 1964, last played the Pepsi Center five year ... More >>

Weed education at Greenway University is a growing concern

Genetics and botany classes at Greenway University focus on one kind of plant in particular.​On January 9 and 10, the weekend before the Denver City Council is slated to vote on a new medical marijuana proposal, Los Angeles-based Greenway University, described by CEO and founder Gus Escamilla ... More >>

Rocks, on the martini at the Capital Grille

If your bank account isn't on the rocks, the Capital Grille has just the holiday item for you: a $1,000 martini. But this drink, officially named the Share Our Strength Charity Martini, comes with a real twist: a white topaz and diamond caviar rope bracelet, a limited-edition, custom piece by des ... More >>

All Wet

M. Night Shyamalan steps up the lunacy with Lady in the Water.

Letters to the Editor

From the week of March 9, 2006

From Denver, With Love

For American men tired of American women, Richard Beals knows how to Thai the knot.

The Message

Choice Cut

Bite Me

Green Achers

My Dinner With Rummy

Politics -- and proximity -- make strange embedfellows.

Bite Me

Get Lucky

Storme Watch

An update on a model prisoner.

The American Way

The young crook got my credit-card number. He also got my attention.

Call Her Madam

Kwang Suk Campbell Walker wasn't just looking for a handout.

Giving Golf What Fore!

Tiger, Tiger, still burning bright.

The Broad Was a Fraud

As con or cover girl, Storme's career had legs.

The Tab, Please

Now it can't be told: Without an indictment, what will the tabloids do?

The Pita Principle

Now it can't be told: Without an indictment, what will the tabloids do?

What's Fare Is Fair

Denver and United Airlines are in a dogfight over who gets the loot.

Court and Spark

Despite financial uncertainty, media apathy and a shortage of fans, the women of the Colorado Xplosion still make net gains.

Trial and Tribulations

As a cop, she fantasized about testifying against a killer. As a hooker, she got her chance.

All-Pro Chaos

As a cop, she fantasized about testifying against a killer. As a hooker, she got her chance.

Feedback

As a cop, she fantasized about testifying against a killer. As a hooker, she got her chance.

Warning Signs

As a cop, she fantasized about testifying against a killer. As a hooker, she got her chance.

Profits of Doom

How a costly computer glitch turned into a once-in-a-millennium bonanza for high-tech companies.

Warning: Autoerotic Content

How a costly computer glitch turned into a once-in-a-millennium bonanza for high-tech companies.

Board and Restless

How a costly computer glitch turned into a once-in-a-millennium bonanza for high-tech companies.

This Jail for Hire

Colorado's cheap solution to prison overcrowding has cost inmates plenty. It could cost the state millions.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN LOWS

THIS DUD'S FOR YOU...AND THIS DUD...AND THIS DUD...

BOWLEN FOR DOLLARS

DENVER'S FAVORITE CANADIAN MILLIONAIRE WANTS A STADIUM SUBSIDY. HERE'S WHAT HE WON'T TELL YOU ABOUT IT.BRONCO BULLY PAT BOWLEN PLAYS SMASH-MOUTH POLITICS IN HIS QUEST FOR A NEW STADIUM.

THE EGGPLANT AND I

DENVER'S FAVORITE CANADIAN MILLIONAIRE WANTS A STADIUM SUBSIDY. HERE'S WHAT HE WON'T TELL YOU ABOUT IT.BRONCO BULLY PAT BOWLEN PLAYS SMASH-MOUTH POLITICS IN HIS QUEST FOR A NEW STADIUM.

PLAYLIST

DENVER'S FAVORITE CANADIAN MILLIONAIRE WANTS A STADIUM SUBSIDY. HERE'S WHAT HE WON'T TELL YOU ABOUT IT.BRONCO BULLY PAT BOWLEN PLAYS SMASH-MOUTH POLITICS IN HIS QUEST FOR A NEW STADIUM.

D.C. POWER

OUT-OF-STATE MONEY POURS INTO SUSAN CASEY'S CAMPAIGN.

MOUTHING OFF

OUT-OF-STATE MONEY POURS INTO SUSAN CASEY'S CAMPAIGN.

KILLING TIME

BOB BOCCARDI PUT HIS SON RICHARD IN PRISON. HE MAY NEVER GET HIM BACK OUT.BAD COMPANY IT'S BEEN A KILLER OF A YEAR FOR TIMOTHY STARKEY'S CELLMATES.