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Patricia Calhoun

Patricia Calhoun is editor-in-chief of Westword, the alt-weekly she co-founded in September 1977. She’s been inducted into the Colorado Press Association Hall of Fame, the Association of Alternative Newsmedia Hall of Fame and the Colorado Restaurant Association Hall of Fame. She’s also received dozens of local, state and national awards for writing, including first place for feature writing and first place for column writing with the Society of Professional Journalists. Patricia is a weekly commentator on Colorado Inside Out, PBS 12’s public affairs roundtable, which has won two Emmys.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Three Big Changes Today

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 21, 2024

Family Jones Spirit House is closing for renovations, Mutiny Information Cafe is closing for a move, and Comida is closing altogether.

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Hot Times Ahead: La Fiesta Is Celebrating Sixty Years Today

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 20, 2024

It’s the oldest family-run Mexican joint in Denver. That alone is reason to celebrate!

Food Fans Find Inaccurate Stories About Aurora Hard to Stomach

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 18, 2024

Food & Wine just published a piece praising the diverse food scene in Colorado’s third-largest city.

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Exit Strategy: El Rancho Could Become a QuikTrip

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 17, 2024

The homey-on-the-range restaurant had been a must-stop off Interstate 70 for generations, a spot for tourists and locals alike.

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Casa Bonita Will Start Taking Reservations Today

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 16, 2024

Yes, September 16 happens to be Mexican Independence Day.

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Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Visit to Tattered Cover

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 14, 2024

“You guys be good…and remember to vote,” said the former first lady, who’s touting The Light Within Us.

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Ginger White Brunetti Gets Straight to the Art in Aurora

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 13, 2024

The former head of Denver Arts & Venues is now leading Library and Cultural Services in Colorado’s third-largest city.

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Artist Jim Green, Who Created “Train Call” at the Denver Airport, Has Departed

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 11, 2024

He captured the sounds of this city, from murmuring sidewalks to singing sinks.

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The Vote Is In: Westword Summer Membership Drive a Winner

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 8, 2024

As we start a new year and focus on the upcoming election season, we’re thankful for our loyal readers.

Lower Downtown Design Review Commission Rejects El Chapultepec Project Plan

Lower Downtown Design Review Commission Rejects El Chapultepec Project Plan

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 6, 2024

It’s back to the drawing board for the Monfort Companies.

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The Wait Is Almost Over: Casa Bonita Will Start Taking Reservations September 16

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 1, 2024

Mark your calendar for 3 p.m. on Monday, September 16.

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Ford Amphitheater Making Changes After Noise Complaints: What to Expect

By Patricia CalhounAugust 29, 2024

“Together, we are committed to addressing the experience of residents who have shared concerns about Ford Amphitheater.”

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Coloradical Is Closing Up Shop on Colfax

By Patricia CalhounAugust 28, 2024

“I learned as I went, and it somehow worked and lasted a lot longer than I expected. … It was a great place for a shop until it was not.”

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Larry David and Peyton Manning to Headline the Paramount

By Patricia CalhounAugust 26, 2024

We’re feeling pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty good over this pairing.

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All Aboard: Mercantile Dining & Provision Joining Sage Hospitality Group

By Patricia CalhounAugust 26, 2024

“I am incredibly excited about this partnership with Sage Hospitality Group,” says award-winning chef Alex Seidel.

How Would You Spend 36 Hours in Denver?

How Would You Spend 36 Hours in Denver?

By Patricia CalhounAugust 23, 2024

“This isn’t a comprehensive guide to Denver, like a guidebook, just a suggested itinerary.”

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Mike Lindell, Election Denier and Tina Peters Supporter, Coming to Colorado Without Mustache

By Patricia CalhounAugust 22, 2024

The bare-faced mattress mogul has been doing some bare-faced lying.

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Mile High Highlight: Elbra Wedgeworth on Bringing the 2008 Democratic National Convention to Denver

By Patricia CalhounAugust 19, 2024

“When Senator Obama walked across the stage at Invesco Field that night, I cried with joy and pride to be here for this celebration.”

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Denver Reports First West Nile Case in 2024: Here’s How to Avoid It

By Patricia CalhounAugust 16, 2024

Colorado had more cases of West Nile than any other state last year.

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Catch a Falling Star: Mercury Cafe Is Back on the Market

By Patricia CalhounAugust 13, 2024

“Our plan was: We don’t have a kid, let’s put our time and energy into this Mercury baby.” But life changed that.

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Kamala Harris Crowd Photos: AI or Evan Semón?

By Patricia CalhounAugust 12, 2024

The Denver photographer was in Detroit to shoot the event for the United Auto Workers.

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Fore! Pro Golfer Wyndham Clark Now Welcomes You to Denver

By Patricia CalhounAugust 9, 2024

“Colorado takes center stage this month as the best players in the world visit the Mile High City.”

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