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Anti-conjuror Dan Sperry on pushing the boundaries of the grotesque

Dan Sperry is the darker kind of magician. The self-labeled "anti-conjuror" says his magic is meant to test the limits of his audience's comfort zone -- and Sperry's Marilyn Manson/Edward Scissorhands look alone accomplishes that. But while his tricks sit on the edge of shocking, the illusionist say ... More >>

Jack in the Box is handing out free tacos coupons on National Drive-Thru Day

Yes, National Drive-Thru Day is a real thing. And yes, Jack in the Box is contributing to the festivities by offering coupons for its terrible tacos. What must people do to earn this punishment reward? Just be customers of Jack in the Box today. And you don't even have to "like" anything on Facebo ... More >>

Matthew Bowers's death is 18th of Colorado ski season, most deadly on record

Matthew Bowers, a 36-year-old from Greenville, Texas, reportedly died on Wednesday after a skiing accident at Crested Butte Mountain Resort. By our count -- one an industry spokeswoman disputes -- he's the eighteenth person to perish on Colorado ski slopes this season, one more than the previous hig ... More >>

Crave Real Burgers rolls out a new menu

The burgers at Crave Real Burgers are monstrous creations, patties stacked so high with other ingredients -- including things like pulled pork, duck and, um, hot dogs -- that sometimes it's hard to find the beef.

Red Fox Run looks to Barry Fey for inspiration because "old people don't like us"

At Rackhouse Pub, the whiskey is fine, but the food could use fine-tuning

See a photo slideshow from Rackhouse Pub

Kelli Lynn Murphy: Vigil for kids Liam & Madigan, mom faces murder charge

Big pic below.​Update: Earlier this week, a suicidal Kelli Lynn Murphy told police her two children, Liam and Madigan, were in heaven. But those who loved the kids are in a kind of hell right now, as was clear at a gathering last night in Castle Rock's Founders Park, where hundreds of people, ... More >>

Denver's five best burgers

Lori MidsonThe American Classic Burger at Tarbell's.​Denver is a burger-loving town, and you can find excellent versions all over: beefy patties, oozing juice, coated with cheese and served on tasty rolls. The very best? The American Classic Burger at Tarbell's, which won the award for Best Bu ... More >>

Phillip Abernathy & Connor Greenwall: Teens allegedly just old enough to distribute child porn

Big pics below.​There's something more than a little creepy about suspects barely beyond childhood accused of distributing child pornography. But that's what the Douglas County Sheriff's Office accuses Phillip Abernathy and Connor Greenwall of doing in separate cases. Below, see full size boo ... More >>

The historic photos of Golden in Focus, explained

​ Golden in Focus kicks off this weekend, showcasing a wide variety of photos from Golden's illustrious history -- and man, was it ever illustrious. We've got a preview of five of these pictures after the break, with helpful captions to explain exactly what's going on, the historical context a ... More >>

Medical marijuana election: 26 cities and towns vote on new MMJ rules next week

​While a move to follow California's lead and put the legalization of marijuana on next week's state-wide ballot didn't come to pass, many Colorado voters will still asked to vote about pot issues on November 2. That's because many cities, towns and counties put measures dealing with medical m ... More >>

Jack-n-Grill's Jack Martinez on mariachi bands, why frog legs aren't his thing and common sense

Lori Midson​ Jack Martinez Jack-n-Grill 2524 Federal Boulevard; 2630 West Belleview Avenue 303-964-9544; 303-474-4242 www.jackngrill.com This is part two of Lori Midson's interview with Jack Martinez, owner/exec chef of Jack-n-Grill. To read part one of that Q&A, click here. Six words to d ... More >>

Kitties Galore

Pot victory in Centennial: Judge rules city can't shut down dispensary

​It'll be a happy new year for dispensary owners since Arapahoe County District Court Judge Christopher Cross ruled today that the city of Centennial has to back off from its recent dispensary ban. The decision came as part of a lawsuit filled on behalf of CannaMart, a Centennial dispensary th ... More >>

New downtown farmers' market rises from the asphalt

Photo by Melanie AsmarThe tent of plenty. There's a new farmers' market in the heart of downtown Denver. Three months ago, the spot at 15th and California streets that's now home to Tiri's Garden and the Tiri's Garden Farmers' Market was an empty asphalt lot, a plot of well-positioned real estate t ... More >>

Even the recession can't rain on the Denver Parade of Homes

Bonus featured event: There's Intelligent Life out there

A still from Brian Malone's "Intelligent Life." With Intelligent Life, a new documentary screening tomorrow afternoon, Castle Rock filmmaker Brian Malone (the man behind the 2006 media critique Breaking News) sets out to save the world -- or at least help slow its de-evolution into a sun-orbiting s ... More >>

Castle Rock gets its Goat

The Celtic Crossing at 363 Village Square in Castle Rock closed a couple of months ago, leaving that town without an Irish bar. The Barking Goat to the rescue! The pub just opened in the Celtic Crossing space last Thursday, and although it's not technically an Irish bar, it will be putting out an I ... More >>

Ten more things that should be named after Barack Obama other than Boulder High School

At 3:30 p.m. this afternoon, students at Boulder High School will explain why they think the institution should be renamed in honor of President Barack Obama. Since the whole world (or at least Fox News) will be listening, we're hoping the speakers will consider suggesting some other things whose ... More >>

Why I Still Love High Gas Prices

The Thief of Always

Media Complicit in Hyping Story of Potential Leadville Flood

His Word

Amadeus Harlan’s jailhouse interview is short and sweet.

Strange but True Stories From 2007

The truth is out there, and in 2007, it was often weird, wicked or just plain wild.

Schlep-Happy

Little Is Big

Small mammals get some love.

Skate Nation

Colorado's becoming a mecca for skateboarders. But for the best parks, you'd better head for the hills.

This Week's Day-by-Day Picks

Best Factory Outlet Center

Colorado Mills

Pajama Party

Swallow Hill makes it easy for kids to jump into dreamland

Bite Me

The More Things Change

Wig War

South Colorado is a war zone in the battle for wig dominance.

This Week's Day-by-Day Picks

Thrillin' Trillin

Sporting Chance

How and where to get in the game

Branching Out

A bold plan to bring downtown to the suburbs takes root in Lone Tree. Just add water.

Best Tofu Selection

Safeway

Best Artichoke Dip

Patsy's

Hit Pick

The Indulgers

Rocky Mountain High

A nouveau diner grows up.

Like Manna From Heaven

Find peace at the Old Stone Church.

Check, Please!

Readers give our food critic something to chew on.

The Bite

Bison and swordfish are flourishing again, but what about sharks?

Little Grouse on the Prairie

If the Shoe Fits

Critics say the fix is in for Nike in Golden. But it won't be easy for the company to leave its imprint on a local landmark.

Mouthing Off

Mouthing Off

Off Limits

OUR TOWN

GREENLAND LIES JUST MINUTES SOUTH OF DENVER, BUT IT'S A MILLION MILES AWAY.EXIT, GREENLAND A TWO-HORSE TOWN IS PUT OUT TO PASTURE.

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