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Go for the Gold: A Dozen Free Things to Do in Denver (and Beyond) This Week

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Catie Cheshire

Catie Cheshire is a staff writer at Westword, where she has primarily reported on news since September 2021. Her prior work experience includes contributing to Cronkite News, Arizona PBS, the Regis University Highlander and AZ Big Media. Catie holds a master’s degree from Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and an undergraduate degree from Regis University in Denver.

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CU Football Player Standing Up for Big 12 Walk-Ons in NCAA Case

By Catie CheshireApril 4, 2025

Thousands of walk-on athletes could be cut as a result of a court case over the NCAA and NIL payments.

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Driver-Owned Rideshare App Fixing Bugs, Relaunching This Summer

By Catie CheshireApril 4, 2025

To better compete with Lyft and Uber, the co-op has partnered with an app software developer.

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Rockies Promotional Schedule Includes Fireworks, Pride, Star Wars and More

By Catie CheshireApril 2, 2025

The Rockies will host nights including fireworks, Harry Potter, free hot dogs and a Thirtieth anniversary party for Coors Field.

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Owners of The Pearl Had a Rough Exit From Your Mom’s House

By Catie CheshireApril 2, 2025

They’re now in business in the former Mercury Cafe.

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Using RTD Can Be a Struggle. Some Commuters Endure as Others Give Up.

By Catie CheshireApril 2, 2025

One Denver worker gave up on his light rail commute, while another has made riding the bus work for her.

Here’s How Much More Expensive Denver Has Become Since 2020

Here’s How Much More Expensive Denver Has Become Since 2020

By Catie CheshireMarch 31, 2025

Wages haven’t kept up with inflation in the Mile High City, especially related to housing costs.

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Deion Sanders’s Mega CU Contract Extension, by the Numbers

By Catie CheshireMarch 28, 2025

What components add up to equal Sanders’s new, $54 million deal?

Denver NWSL Team, Cherry Creek School District Hash Out Deal for Temporary Stadium

Denver NWSL Team, Cherry Creek School District Hash Out Deal for Temporary Stadium

By Catie CheshireMarch 27, 2025

Centennial will serve as the team’s home until the team’s permanent stadium in Denver is ready, but a permanent training facility is part of the plan, too.

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Gates Tennis Center Creates Quiet Pickleball Courts With Cushioned Paddles

By Catie CheshireMarch 27, 2025

After discovering some pickleball courts didn’t comply with Denver’s noise ordinance, Gates made the game quieter by using cushioned paddles.

Ten Rockies Games to be Broadcast for Free in 2025

Ten Rockies Games to be Broadcast for Free in 2025

By Catie CheshireMarch 26, 2025

Who doesn’t love free baseball?

Sensory-Safe Gym for Kids With Autism, Disabilities Opening in Broomfield

Sensory-Safe Gym for Kids With Autism, Disabilities Opening in Broomfield

By Catie CheshireMarch 26, 2025

We Rock the Spectrum, a gym designed to help kids with disabilities play without being overwhelmed, is getting its first location in Colorado.

Japanese Bargain Store Daiso Opens in Aurora, Plans for More Colorado Locations

Japanese Bargain Store Daiso Opens in Aurora, Plans for More Colorado Locations

By Catie CheshireMarch 25, 2025

The brand is known for selling fun Japanese home goods and snacks at low prices.

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Big Businesses in Colorado Could Start Paying Fees to Help Recycling

By Catie CheshireMarch 25, 2025

A looming state program will charge companies fees to help pay for recycling across the state, but will those costs be passed to consumers?

Community Members File for Historic Designation in Attempt to Save Xcel’s Zuni Steam Plant

Community Members File for Historic Designation in Attempt to Save Xcel’s Zuni Steam Plant

By Catie CheshireMarch 21, 2025

If the property isn’t purchased by March 25, Xcel Energy has indicated the company intends to file a demolition permit with the city.

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2025 Denver March Madness Schedule: NCAA Games, Times

By Catie CheshireMarch 21, 2025

Ball Arena is hosting the first and second rounds of the NCAA tournament.

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Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Visit Denver Today

By Catie CheshireMarch 21, 2025

The Vermont senator and AOC are stopping in Greeley before an afternoon rally at Civic Center Park

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Were Immigrants Deported to El Salvador All Wearing Crocs?

By Catie CheshireMarch 21, 2025

Images from an El Salvador prison show people deported by the United States wearing white, rubbery clogs, but the company says they’re knockoffs.

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Denver Hotel Makes Time List of World’s Greatest Places

By Catie CheshireMarch 19, 2025

Denver residents have mixed reviews of the hotel, but one thing is certain: There’s no other structure like it.

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Denver Pro Women’s Soccer Team Announces Plans for New Stadium at Gates Site

Denver Pro Women’s Soccer Team Announces Plans for New Stadium at Gates Site

By Catie CheshireMarch 18, 2025

The project will turn a problem property into a mixed-use development with a stadium that seats 14,500 people.

Holding a lot of $20 bills

Common Scams in Colorado and How to Protect Yourself

By Catie CheshireMarch 18, 2025

According to federal data, Coloradans lost over $200 million to fraud in 2024.

Colorado Universities Will Directly Pay NIL Athletes, but Details Stay Private

Colorado Universities Will Directly Pay NIL Athletes, but Details Stay Private

By Catie CheshireMarch 18, 2025

An amendment to make names and dollar amounts available to the public failed.

Clearing the Smoke After Flight Diverted to Denver Catches Fire

Clearing the Smoke After Flight Diverted to Denver Catches Fire

By Catie CheshireMarch 14, 2025

Crew members allegedly reported “engine vibrations” before the flight made an emergency landing.

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