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Thomas Mitchell

Thomas Mitchell has been the news editor of Westword since February 2024. He’s been with the publication since 2017 and was formerly its cannabis editor. He’s earned numerous awards and accolades for his work, including placing second for the Marijuana Enterprise Reporting Award from the Colorado Society of Professional Journalists in 2018; being named a Top Cannabis Journalist by Leafbuyer in 2020; and placing first for the College Sports Writing Award from the Arizona Press Club in 2014. His prior work experience includes Arizona Republic, Inman News and Fox Sports.

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a fence and banner announce the beginning of construction and the closure of portions at Governor's Park

Denver Parks & Rec has big hopes for Cap Hill

By Thomas MitchellMay 19, 2026

Plans include an amphitheater, movie lawn and 75-foot slide at Gov’s Park, and renovations at a smaller park nearby.

Two men hit bongs at the counter of a now-closed cannabis lounge in Denver.

Push for cannabis pop-up events extinguished in Colorado

By Thomas MitchellMay 18, 2026

The bill lacked support from a critical area: the weed industry.

A Rio Grande Motor Way bus drives by the Colorado State Capitol in the 1920s or '30s.

Historic Denver Bus Depots Headed Toward Landmark Designation

By Thomas MitchellMay 15, 2026

The Federal Garage Buildings have a rich history and potential for the future, according to preservationists.

goats grazes on a grass hill

Boulder County Wants Goats to Help Fight Wildfires

By Thomas MitchellMay 13, 2026

They’ll eat anything, right?

a jar of marijuana spills out on the table

Marijuana Recall Hits Fort Collins Dispensary

By Thomas MitchellMay 13, 2026

The flagged products were sold between January and April, according to state officials.

Cannabis buds hang to dry after harvest

Colorado Issues Eleventh Marijuana Recall of 2026

By Thomas MitchellMay 6, 2026

The flagged product was sold for over two months.

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Mushroom grower Darren Lyman shows off a box of fruiting psilocybin mushrooms

Denver Magic Mushroom Co-Op Fighting to Stay Open in Face of State Closure Orders

By Thomas MitchellMay 5, 2026

Where does harm reduction end, and commercialization begin?

Denver nuggets mascot Rocky excites the crowd during a game

Why Does Everyone Think Rocky, the Nuggets Mascot, Makes Over $600,000?

By Thomas MitchellMay 4, 2026

Talk-show hosts and listicles have played it up for years, but c’mon….

A yellow Spirit Airlines plane flies through the sky

I Met the Love of My Life on Spirit Airlines

By Thomas MitchellMay 2, 2026

Now others will be robbed of the same magic — and a $110 roundtrip to Vegas.

an asian jumping worm slithers through the top soil

Say Hello to Denver’s Newest Invasive Species

By Thomas MitchellMay 1, 2026

These wiggly intruders may look like nightcrawlers, but they’re not.

A row of old homes with lush lawns in east-central Denver

Own a Home in Denver? It’s Probably Losing Value

By Thomas MitchellMay 1, 2026

In fact, the Mile High City tops national charts — in a bad way.

screenshot of NBA player Spencer Jones's linkedin page

Denver Nuggets Player Posting Through the NBA Playoffs on LinkedIn

By Thomas MitchellApril 30, 2026

Motivational speeches on LinkedIn are a dime a dozen, but it might hit differently coming from someone who just dropped twenty in the playoffs.

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Stolen plaque scene at alameda avenue and sheridan boulevard

“Irreplaceable” Depression-Era Plaque Honoring Road to Red Rocks Stolen

By Thomas MitchellApril 23, 2026

The plaque honored 5,000 WPA workers who helped extend Alameda Parkway to Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Inside the shopping area of a Denver medical marijuana dispensary

The Feds Just Rescheduled Medical Marijuana: What Does That Mean for Colorado?

By Thomas MitchellApril 23, 2026

“It is not full legalization. It is not the end of reform. But it is still the most meaningful federal cannabis-policy move of our lifetimes so far.”

the winner of the Denver Milk off drinking challenge celebrates with his trophy while milk is poured over his head

Bovine Baron’s “Denver Milk Off” Brought Dozens Out to Chug Some Jugs

By Thomas MitchellApril 20, 2026

The aftermath was full of nauseated people stumbling to their cars, passing by bewildered dog-walkers. We can’t wait to see it again next year.

Inside marijuana dispensary

4/20 Dispensary Deals in Denver

By Thomas MitchellApril 20, 2026

4/20 weekend is here, and Denver dispensaries have plenty of deals to celebrate.

A man dressed as Cheech Marin smokes a joint in his Cadillac at the Denver 420 Fest

Mile High Holiday: 4/20 Events in Denver This Year

By Thomas MitchellApril 17, 2026

The Mile High City lives up to its name on 4/20, from an annual celebration at Civic Center Park to cannabis-friendly parties and shows around town.

flyer for milk-chugging competition in denver

Denver Man Considers Himself the Ultimate Milk Chugger, So He’s Taking on All Challengers

By Thomas MitchellApril 16, 2026

Think you can beat the Bovine Baron? Head to Observatory Park on Sunday to find out.

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Cannabis buds of the strain Candy Apple

Five Craft Cannabis Growers to Try in Colorado

By Thomas MitchellApril 15, 2026

Take a break from the big players and try these small-batch gardens.

cannabis buds hang dry after harvest

Colorado Marijuana Pesticide Recall Hits Six Stores

By Thomas MitchellApril 15, 2026

The insecticide has been linked to at least twelve recalls since last June.

a marijuana leaf burns

Smoke Alarm: Is Colorado’s Cannabis Industry Burning Out?

By Thomas MitchellApril 14, 2026

Colorado’s once-unique bubble was always going to burst, but much of the state’s cannabis industry has been stuck in a sad race to the bottom for years.

Cannabis plants grow under a light during their vegetation stage.

As Colorado Marijuana Tax Revenue Fades, So Do Local Kickbacks

By Thomas MitchellApril 9, 2026

“Look, I’m stunned it lasted this long.”

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