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Bennito L. Kelty

Bennito L. Kelty has been a staff writer at Westword since April 2023. Before joining Westword, Bennito worked for publications such as the Columbia Missourian, the St. Louis American, Vox Magazine, the Yuma Sun and the online Tucson Sentinel. He’s received awards from the Arizona Press Club, including first place for Spanish-language feature reporting and second place for social issues reporting. Bennito was a member of the Report for America Corps and is a graduate of the University of Missouri – Columbia.

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The Sports Castle Could Get New Owner for a 100th Birthday Present

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 16, 2025

“We always look to celebrate the history, character and soul of the building while breathing new life into it, creating spaces for the community to come together.”

Wash Park West Residents Call for City to Reverse Course on Road Diet

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 12, 2025

Residents sent Mayor Mike Johnston a petition with 1,030 signatures to restore plans; some are calling for his DOTI director to resign.

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What’s Fresh at the Denver Mint? New Coins, Free Tours

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 11, 2025

From new coins that feature Lady Liberty and Founding Fathers to relics of a past century, history buffs and misers will find plenty to look at.

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Aurora Wants to Help You Buy a House

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 10, 2025

The city is willing to cover between 4 and 10 percent of a home’s down payment, but there are deadlines.

Wash Park West Residents Divided on Traffic Circles, Road Safety

Wash Park West Residents Divided on Traffic Circles, Road Safety

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 9, 2025

“We’ve got neighbors who are for and who are against, and whichever way it goes, no one will hold permanent grudges here.”

Mayor’s Bicycle Advisors Finally Get a Meeting

Mayor’s Bicycle Advisors Finally Get a Meeting

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 6, 2025

Mike Johnston previewed his 2026 priorities with the committee, which include reducing traffic deaths…and getting a new bike.

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Was Nextdoor on the Money With Denver’s Friendliest Neighborhood?

Was Nextdoor on the Money With Denver’s Friendliest Neighborhood?

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 4, 2025

If any platform knows annoying and unfriendly, it’s Nextdoor. Perhaps that helped the community website rank Mile High hoods.

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Prescription Drug Vending Machines Help Distribute Life-Saving Meds to Denver Homeless

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 4, 2025

“We would love, if money is no object, to have a functioning pharmacy in every location, but we can’t. So that’s why we have these machines, to help people get access to medications.”

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Wash Park West Residents Want to Pump the Brakes on Traffic Circles

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 1, 2025

People who live in the neighborhood say they were given little notice and opportunity for feedback.

A Developing Situation: Saturday Night at the Denver Pavilions

A Developing Situation: Saturday Night at the Denver Pavilions

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 28, 2025

There’s nowhere to go but up…and the escalators won’t take you there.

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Denver City Council to Vote on $64 Million in Homeless Shelter Contracts in December

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 26, 2025

The City of Denver will decide on $64 million worth of housing contracts to replace the Salvation Army.

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Denver Refugees Enjoy Annual Thanksgiving Dinner, but It Could be the Last

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 25, 2025

The African Community Center isn’t sure if it will survive much longer under the Trump administration’s cuts and immigration revisions.

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Skater Accused of Stealing Homophobe’s Glasses During “No Kings” Protest Appears in Court

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 24, 2025

Twenty-year-old Jose Cardenas admitted to taking the man’s sunglasses on his GoFundMe page, which raised over $8,000.

Denver American Indian Cultural Embassy to Receive $20 Million Kickstart. What Will It Look Like?

Denver American Indian Cultural Embassy to Receive $20 Million Kickstart. What Will It Look Like?

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 24, 2025

“Each tribe is going to have a different idea of what it means to come home and be in an embassy.”

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After Trump Suggests His Execution, Jason Crow Fires Back

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 20, 2025

“SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, punishable by DEATH!” the president wrote on social media. He also reposted a message saying, “HANG THEM GEORGE WASHINGTON WOULD!”

Residents Near Proposed Broncos Stadium Largely in Favor, but Worries Loom About Property Values, Traffic

Residents Near Proposed Broncos Stadium Largely in Favor, but Worries Loom About Property Values, Traffic

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 20, 2025

“I’m a Broncos fan, but look at where it’s at. The parking, can you imagine? And if they lose? Oh, I can only imagine.”

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Aurora Residents Use Last Chance to Rip Into Outgoing Conservative Councilmembers

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 19, 2025

“You lost because of your racism. You lost because of your misogyny. And you lost because of your hatred. Also, your beard sucks.”

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Birdseed Collective Forced Out of Globeville Base After Parks & Rec Rejects Lease

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 17, 2025

The nonprofit’s founder says he is still confused after years of community service.

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Weld County Neighborhood Wins 2025 Community of the Year

Weld County Neighborhood Wins 2025 Community of the Year

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 17, 2025

Community members have access to a seventeen-seat hot tub and schools are a walk away.

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What to Know About the GEO Group, an International Prison Company Under Supreme Court Review

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 14, 2025

One of the world’s largest private prison companies is under Supreme Court review for actions in Aurora.

Interested in Becoming a Summit Fan? What to Know About Denver’s NWSL Team and New Stadium

Interested in Becoming a Summit Fan? What to Know About Denver’s NWSL Team and New Stadium

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 13, 2025

The first home match is on March 28, and tickets are now on sale.

Voters Approve General Improvement District for South Broadway

Voters Approve General Improvement District for South Broadway

By Bennito L. KeltyNovember 7, 2025

“The vision for a cleaner, safer and more thriving Broadway came directly from the people who live, work and create here.”

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