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    May 23, 2012

    Mike Coffman compounds birther disaster with hilariously misguided damage-control strategy

    Denver blog posts keep on keepin' on. Colorado Pols on Mike Coffman's clumsy effort to make his birther gaffe go away -- by delivering the same weak mea culpa to 9News' Kyle Clark five times in a row! Ed is Watching on the "True North" report on Denver Public Schools. Denver Stiffs' Andrew Feinst ... More >>

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    May 7, 2012

    Civil unions bill will die in House because of GOP leadership blockage, survey predicts

    Denver blog posts have plenty of stick-to-it-iveness and gumption. At this writing, the majority of people responding to a Colorado Pols survey predict GOP leaders like Frank McNulty will block the civil unions bill from coming to a full House vote. The Colorado Independent's Troy Hooper on a snow ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 27, 2012

    Jesus is a better answer than civil unions bill, senator says

    Denver blog posts are making up for lost time. Colorado Pols on Senator Scott Renfroe's assertion that "Jesus is a better answer than Senate Bill 2," which would legalize civil unions. Colorado Peak Politics: Scott Gessler says that if an election night reporting bill isn't passed, Colorado will b ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 26, 2012

    Denver Post to lay off two-thirds of its copy editors?

    Within the past several months, the Denver Post has made buyout deals with nineteen staffers, including Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Mike Keefe, and laid off popular columnists Mike Littwin and Penny Parker, among others. But the cuts aren't over. In an internal memo on view below, editor Greg ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 25, 2012

    Tim Tebow's cherry now officially worth $1 million

    Denver blog posts are contagious -- and not in a bad way. Colin D. of South Stands Denver, which is celebrating its 100th podcast at Jake's Food & Spirits tomorrow night, notes that a website for cheaters has put a $1 million bounty on Tim Tebow's cherry. Any takers? Plants & Animals Denver offers ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 20, 2012

    Wilson Chandler: How much will his absence hurt Nuggets playoff chances?

    Denver blog posts are counting the minutes 'til 4:20. Denver Stiffs' Andrew Feinstein on how Wilson Chandler's injury impacts the Nugs. Colorado Pols thinks Barack Obama is eager to pick a fight over student loans -- the subject that's bringing him to CU-Boulder on Tuesday. Denver Egotist salutes ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 16, 2012

    Joe Coors outraises Ed Perlmutter thanks to the generosity of Joe Coors

    Denver Blogs is feeling refreshed after a couple days off.... Colorado Pols notes that Joe Coors managed to outraise Ed Perlmutter in the first quarter of 2012 by giving himself $218,000 -- about five grand more than the rest of humanity donated. South Stands Denver's Colin D thinks the Broncos ow ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 5, 2012

    Mike Coffman's key to victory: A giant warchest

    Denver blog posts have a secret list of 200 communists working in the State Department. Colorado Pols know that size matters, especially when it comes to warchests -- like the giant one Mike Coffman will be able to use against his Democratic opponent. Mile High Mamas' Lori on five ways yoga can he ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 29, 2012

    Laura Bradford drops out of House race: Fallout from the DUI that wasn't?

    Denver blog posts are lactose tolerant. Colorado Pols on the decision of Representative Laura Bradford, recipient of Denver Police special treatment after a traffic stop earlier this year, not to run for reelection in House District 54. 5280's Maximillian Potter takes us to a cotillion. Bronco Ta ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 19, 2012

    Bruce Benson earmarks $1 million to bring conservative speakers to liberal CU Boulder

    Denver blog posts love Peyton Manning and Tim Tebow equally. Colorado Pols describes a $1 million initiative to bring conservative speakers to liberal CU Boulder as Bruce Benson's dream come true. Coyote Gulch on how the hot and dry start to March is impacting the state's snowpack. Lakewood Edge' ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 14, 2012

    Diana DeGette gives Mitt Romney an earful about pledge to get rid of Planned Parenthood

    Denver blog posts are made of all-natural ingredients. Colorado Pols shares Diana DeGette's response to Mitt Romney's negative comments about Planned Parenthood. No, they can't be considered an endorsement. Mile High Mamas' Catherine considers the "kid blender." No, it's not a horrific new kitchen ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 13, 2012

    Tim Tebow and Peyton Manning: Could they coexist on the Broncos?

    Denver blog posts play hurt, like all the great ones. Bronco Talk's Jon Heath shares the argument of the Broncos' Tony Hills, who thinks Tim Tebow and Peyton Manning could coexist on the same squad. Colorado Pols accuses the Denver Post of sanitizing a GOP rally. Denver Stiffs' Colin Neilson on t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 12, 2012

    Bruce Benson making bad CU tuition hike PR worse by via failed spin control?

    Denver blog posts are good for what ails you. Colorado Pols isn't knocked out by CU president Bruce Benson's latest try to counter negative tuition-hike stories. Denver PR Blogon highlights from Austin's South By Southwest fest. WhoSaidYouSaid spotlights the "Department of Education Sugar Daddy." ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 20, 2012

    Legislators from outside Denver finally to get 22 percent per diem raise

    State legislators who represent districts outside the Denver metro area will finally see the 22 percent per diem pay increase passed years ago. If the issue turns sour, Republicans have the most to lose, write the scribes at Colorado Pols.

  • Blogs

    July 28, 2011

    User-generated video contests have to die -- and Colorado.gov shows why

    ​You're invited to eyeball these three Denver blog posts. Denver Egotist thinks the top "We Love Colorado" video contest entry is just plain sad -- the kind of sad that won its makers $1,500. Colorado Pols: Scott Tipton is playing a dangerous debt-ceiling promise game. Denver Frank showcas ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 14, 2011

    Jesus wouldn't want federal budget deal to screw the poor, say Colorado clergy

    Flickr​Consider perusing these three Denver blog posts. Colorado Independent's John Tomasic notes that 95 members of Colorado's clergy have joined 4,000 pastors nationwide asking that President Obama and Congress don't make poor people bear a disproportionate burden when it comes to a budget ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 22, 2011

    Bubonic plague in Boulder: Will you be safe if you stop hanging out with hippies?

    ​Denver blog posts made easy. Denver Egotist tips about avoiding the bubonic plague in Boulder: Don't play with dead squirrels and steer clear of hippies. Colorado Pols: Jared Polis tells the feds to leave medical marijuana alone. Geeks Who Drink: A Star Wars round decides the fate of the u ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 31, 2011

    Film on the Rocks' party-bus deal: How to see The Big Lebowski like the Big Lebowski

    ​Some memorable Denver blog posts. Denver Egotist shares Film on the Rocks party bus and Trading Post deets, just in the time for The Big Lebowski. Colorado Pols tracks mayoral ballots returned thus far, and deems the totals abysmal. The Ralphie Report's Bob Bell on what Ohio State coach Ji ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 22, 2011

    John Elway not satisfied with Tim Tebow, wants to upgrade Broncos' quarterback position?

    ​Denver blog posts? Got 'em here. Mile High Report fan poster Jumpslash believes John Elway isn't satisfied with current Broncos QBs. Who might he target? Colorado Pols thinks the feud between Dick Wadhams and Ted Harvey over the future of the Colorado GOP is getting nasty. Colorado Indepen ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 22, 2010

    Illegal aliens welcome in Colorado, according to photo "mailbomb" attacking Jeffco Democrat

    ​These three Denver blog posts should hold you until Monday. Colorado Pols offers a look at several "mailbombs" attacking Jeffco Democrat Debbie Benefield, including one alleged royal screw-up. Education News Colorado's Alan Gottlieb feels that parents' proud tears trumped a talk by New York ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 18, 2010

    Ken Buck gets the loonbag treatment in another state, shares table with Sarah Palin

    Ken Buck.​Here are three Denver blog posts. They'd love to meet you. Colorado Pols notes that the New Hampshire Democratic Party is attacking Ken Buck, by putting him at a table with Sarah Palin, Michelle Bachmann, etc. Bet he likes the company, you freakin' lefties. Just try to read Jack Et ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 16, 2010

    PETA to pay for paving roads in exchange for stenciled logos?: No more roadkill!

    A Flickr photoMove, kitty!​We found these three Denver blog posts -- and we're sharing. Colorado Pols tells about an offer from PETA to Longmont: We'll pave subdivision roads in exchange for our name on the pavement. Watch the fur fly. Denver Infill checks in with its thirtieth update on Uni ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 8, 2010

    "We don't need the Denver Post," says Colorado Pols' Jason Bane

    A surprised Jason Bane.​Yesterday, Colorado Pols, Denver's preeminent political website, published a legal-action-threatening piece revealing that it had received a letter from attorney Christopher Beall, representing Denver Post owner MediaNews Group and two other newspaper companies. The all ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 17, 2010

    George Karl in Denver Blogs: He's blogging, too -- about his cancer treatment

    "If they build a big lead, I can probably blog from here..."​Wouldn't you like to look over some Denver blogs? At 5280, AJ Vicens says coach George Karl's family blog about his cancer treatment is more interesting than last night's Nuggets victory over the Washington Wizards. He's right -- bu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 15, 2010

    NFL strike worries in Denver Blogs: Will Broncos be walking the picket line in 2011?

    "C'mon, coach. I'm at least as good as Kyle Orton."​Look what we found: three blogs about Denver stuff. KaptainKirk at Mile High Report walks us through NFL.com's new website for updates about the league's labor situation. Players and teams have until March 5 to reach a new collective bargain ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 27, 2010

    Denver Blogs: Brandon Marshall to the Rams? To the Bengals? To somebody?

    "Won't somebody trade for me? I'm lovable..."​Like sands through the hourglass, so go the blogs of Denver. Colin at South Stands Denver sifts through the various rumored destinations for Broncos receiver Brandon Marshall, including St. Louis, Cincinnati, Dallas and New England -- but not a pe ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 11, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Brad Miller almost (but doesn't quite) rip out the Nuggets' heart

    "Who cares if the shot was in time? Let's surf for porn!"​Finding good local blogs made easy. Denver Stiffs' Andrew Feinstein was at Chicago's United Center last night to watch the Bulls come within a nanosecond of stealing a game from the Nuggets. Suck it, Brad Miller. Square State's Zappat ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 28, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Josh Penry, truthiness master

    "Are you calling my dad a liar? Screw you, Colorado Pols!"​Local bloggery worth perusing. Colorado Pols says gubernatorial candidate Josh Penry isn't letting facts stand in his way when he talks about the state's alleged "hiring spree." If the facts would just clear out when they saw him comi ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 12, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Happy Columbus "Americas Day"!

    A Flickr photoA Columbus Day Parade in San Fran.​Our daily gathering of local bloggage. On the Huffington Post's local page, Jim Thomas makes the case for changing the name of Columbus Day. And unlike most of the things written on the topic, his take is reasonable and measured. Colorado Pol ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 8, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Holy rollin' in the playoffs?

    Is the Rockies clubhouse the Young Life of baseball?​Our daily collection of local blog decency. At HuffPo, Jason Salzman rekindles the idea that the Rockies are winning for Jesus. (Whatever it takes, right?) Colorado Pols says Congresswoman Betsey Marky will be tough to beat next year, and ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 5, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Even more reasons to believe this Rocktober

    The only thing that sucks about more baseball...​Another week, another five days of cruising the local blogosphere for decent reading. Today's edition: Purple Row makes an excellent observation: Not only did the Rockies threaten to win the division, but that division was much less sucky than ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 2, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Beware the status quo

    Happy Friday. Celebrate by wasting time with these local links. Colorado Independent's John Tomasic tracked down the above video -- of Michael Bennet talking about health care -- and did a nice distillation to boot. (Via Colorado Pols) Are bank robbers keeping the West wild? Over at HuffPo Denve ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 14, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Who dey? We dey!

    Our daily adventure in blog-surfing. More reaction to the miracle in Cincinnati (and another excuse to play the above video). (Mile High Report) Jared Polis is quite effin rich. (Colorado Independent) Conservatives really don't want you hippies looking at their tweets. (Colorado Pols)

  • Blogs

    August 20, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Unemployed? Broke? Wanna have dinner?

    Ah, to be young and broke in the big city ...​Our daily slog through through local blogosphere. Tips would be appreciated. Denver: A great place to date in a recession. Allegedly. (5280) The West --- in fact, the entire National League -- could be won in Colorado. (Purple Row) Cory Gardner, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 17, 2009

    Denver Blogs: This Patriot-west thing would be totally intolerable if the Patriots weren't so damn good

    ​Our daily cruise through the local blogosphere. Let us know about good destinations. The Broncos have traded for yet another Patriot, defensive end Le Kevin Smith. Weird, huh? (Mile High Report) The Denver Archbishop chimes in on health care. (Colorado Independent) Scott McInnis is missing ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 12, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Noooooooo!

    If only he looked this good playing defense.​Can you identify a good blog? Send samples here. Nuggets interested in Wally Szczerbiak. Which, by the way, is a truly horrible idea. (Denver Stiffs) Man. You can't even screw a cow any more without worrying about catching something. (5280) Scott ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 11, 2009

    Denver Blogs: In Vail, a debate burns over roads

    ​ Our daily blog foraging. Send tips. Where we're going (skiing), we just might need roads. Unless we want to catch on fire. (Colorado Independent) A plea for Southwest to fail. (Colorado Pols) The Nuggets bench continues to disintegrate. (Denver Stiffs) How to watch a Broncos preseason ga ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 5, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Raising expectations

    A Flickr photo​ We're in search of the perfect blog. Point us to any that come close. Three out of four Denver companies are allegedly going to offer raises this year. And my name is Cleopatra, Queen of Denial. (5280, with an assist from the Denver Business Journal) The founder of the Cesar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 30, 2009

    Denver Blogs: You know what we desperately need? Another list.

    She's a hottie. I guess. ​ I'll show you mine if you show me yours. Betsy Markey is one of Capitol Hill's 50 most beautiful people. Ummm, huzzah! (Colorado Independent) You know that brewing scandal Face the State wrote involving a Longmont Councilwoman? Yeah, that wasn't really fair. Or en ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 27, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Who are you, Congressman Polis?

    ​ Your daily recommended dose of blog. Send us links. Is Jared Polis a crony for his rich friends? (Colorado Pols) Or simply trying to help small businesses? (Square State) Tax-cutting petitions circulating. (Face the State)

  • Blogs

    July 22, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Gangin' up on the Post

    Our daily stroll through the garden of blog. Send us tips. Square State calls the Post lazy. (Square State) And Colorado Pols calls them Marie Antoinette. (Colorado Pols) Denver Stiffs doesn't call them anything. They do provide a mid-summer state of the Nuggets overview in the wake of yesterday ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 16, 2009

    Denver Blogs: A retreat we're happy we missed

    State Senator Brandon Shaffer: Would you want to go on a retreat with this guy? Some local blogs worth reading. Send links if you've got'em. A retreat's not a retreat without some Republicans. So why did you pay for it? (Colorado Pols) Hey! We're getting a 13-1 return on our investment in tourism ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 11, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Stop yelling, I just want some Sun Chips!

    Our daily look at local blogs. Send tips. Picket signs and screaming workers: Coming to a grocery store near you? (5280) Colorado leads the way in green jobs. (Colorado Pols) Tom Lucero gets down and dirty in Loveland. (Colorado Independent)

  • Blogs

    June 1, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Tom Tancredo's got some splainin' to do

    Our daily cruise through the Colorogosphere. You could help us remain afloat by sending us good links. Tom Tancredo's PAC director is apparently racist. And just like that, we need a new Irony Meter. (Colorado Pols) Yet another battle between a rural electric co-op and those pesky environmentali ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 22, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Somebody get this man a puppet!

    Our cruise through the local blogosphere. Take a peek, send a link, call it a day. It's high time Melo got his own Most Valuable Puppet. (Denver Stiffs) CU students will be true to their school -- for a fee, whether they like or not. (Face the State) More on Gitmo's Colorado-bound (?) terrorist ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 12, 2009

    Denver Blogs: DNA samples are way less helpful when you don't test them

    Former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft tried but failed to relieve the backlog of untested DNA samples. Our daily perusal of local blog deliciousness. Send links this way. A new DNA testing bill won't help the backlog problem. (Colorado Independent) The bailout won't quite bail out Colorado f ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 11, 2009

    Denver Blogs: A hotel party we're glad we missed

    Our daily rundown of local blogging. Send links. Republicans sequestered themselves in the Brown Palace to debate their failures. You have to wonder if Bob Schaffer brought the margaritas. (Colorado Pols) It's not all rosy in Colorado's higher-education system. Not that you'd know that from read ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 8, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Dollar dollar bills, y'all

    Cruising the local blogosphere for s#$t worth reading. Send tips this way. Breaking down the Rockies' mediocrity by the dollar. (Purple Row) The drama around the CSU-chancellor search won't fade. (Colorado Independent) "The Senator who saved the Death Penalty." How'd you like that on your tombs ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 6, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Is it too late to add lyrics to that one Alanis Morissette song?

    "It's like an ethics commission/meeting without permission..." Our daily spin through the blogosphere. Send thy tips. Has the state ethics commission been acting unethically? Because that would be bad. Goddamn hilarious, and crazy ironic, but bad. (Colorado Independent) The death penalty's death ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 27, 2009

    Denver Blogs: Is seven Clint Hurdle's lucky number?

    He's got a few more Hurdles to clear... Insert good blogs into this slot. Clint Hurdle has been skipper of the Rockies for seven years. Anyone else got the seven-year itch? (Inside the Rockies) Lots of companies are looking for communications specialists. But with so many journalists losing jobs, ... More >>

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