From Oktoberfest to the Night Market, a Dozen Free Things to Do in Denver This Weekend
On August 21, a total solar eclipse will traverse a seventy-mile wide trajectory across the mainland United States for the first time in nearly a hundred years. To commemorate this event, and in the process shine a light on snail mail, the U.S. Postal Service released its Total Solar Eclipse forever stamp on the first day of summer.
The Fifth Annual Colorado REACH (Respecting Ethnic and Cultural Heritage) Conference opens today, June 22, at the University of Denver. For the past five years, the conference has offered training and insight on multicultural education and provided participants with tools for teaching in diverse classrooms. Michelle Campbell, chair of the conference,…
For the second year in a row, the Western Conservative Summit will be holding a national under-30 speech contest, sponsored by Red Alert Politics.
Two marijuana businesses, Denver Marijuana and Denver Smoke Buds, are currently being investigated by the BBB, and a warning was recently sent out to consumers.
According to a new survey conducted by Junior Achievement USA (JA), a large gap still exists between the number of boys and girls interested in pursuing STEM-related careers.
National Geographic’s upcoming documentary feature, From the Ashes, which spotlights Denver among other cities, depicts an ominous political and social battle brewing between opponents of “the war on coal” and advocates of “coal’s war on our health.”
This weekend, when the summer endurance season in Leadville kicks off with marathon and half-marathon races, runners have only sunny skies to look forward to. The prep team, on the other hand, has their work cut out for them clearing the trail from late season snow.
Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and yesterday, June 14, Denver District Attorney Beth McCann and Denver Police Department Lieutenant Adam Hernandez announced new initiatives to combat elder and at-risk adult abuse, which includes abuse of those suffering from intellectual and mental disabilities.
Costa Rican beer Cerveza Imperial launches its “Water Positive” campaign in Colorado.
Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke recently signed a Secretarial Order to review current federal and state sage-grouse conservation plans. Colorado had worked hard to make sure those plans were collaborative and fair.
A new landmark study conducted by BDS Analytics reveals cannabis users in Colorado and California are some of the happiest, most successful and well-adjusted adults.
According to a new study in an ongoing research program by University of Boulder scientist Daniel Lee, eye expressions — even stinkeye — actually serve advantageous evolutionary functions.
On Monday afternoon, Mayor Michael Hancock and Executive Director of Public Safety Stephanie O’Malley stood on the steps of the City and County Building, along with many community members, to announce the initiative Safe Haven.
The Unity Party of Colorado recently surpassed the 1,000-registered-voter tally to qualify as an official minor party in the state, which means candidates won’t have to petition their way onto the ballot.
The Downtown Denver Post Office, at 951 20th street is holding, a special passport fair this Saturday from 10a.m. to 2p.m., where you can both apply for and renew passports with expedited ease.
The first city-endorsed tiny homes project, Beloved Community Village at 38th and Walnut streets in RiNo, just received a big financial boost that might help push it to the construction finish line. The Barton Institute for Philanthropy and Social Enterprise gave the settlement a grant of $20,000, and committed to another $20,000 in matching funds.
Natural Grocers has paired with local graffiti artist and entrepreneur Ratha Sok to paint several large murals on the walls of Denver store.
The Front Range is heaven for outdoor enthusiasts: a short drive can take you hiking, biking or skiing. But Denver is also incredibly close to some of Colorado’s best rock climbing, from Clear Creek Canyon near Golden to El Dorado Canyon outside of Boulder. Here are five tips to help you take advantage of the magnificent climbing opportunities in and around the city.
