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Calhoun: Wake-up Call Archives

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old adobe home from Indiana Jones movie.

Indiana Jones Slept Here: Four Additions to Colorado’s Most Endangered Places List

By Patricia CalhounFebruary 3, 2025

“Every place has a story to tell, and our purpose is to relay those histories to the public and preserve them for future generations.”

building lit up for holidays

Getting Down to Business: Six More Ideas to Bring Back Downtown

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 29, 2025

Would you adopt a block? Take a Walt Disney Walk?

Remembering Dana Crawford, a True Denver Landmark

Remembering Dana Crawford, a True Denver Landmark

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 24, 2025

“As a preservationist, I have to be optimistic and look on the bright side of everything.”

Artist Detour Packs a Lot of Meaning Into His New Piece at Denver International Airport

Artist Detour Packs a Lot of Meaning Into His New Piece at Denver International Airport

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 23, 2025

This is the first three-dimensional piece by renowned muralist Thomas Evans.

donald trump clapping by Colorado flag

Donald Trump Complains About Colorado Elections System. Again.

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 21, 2025

Just before he was sworn in at the U.S. Capitol – the building swarmed by insurrectionists four years ago – the once-and-future president insisted he’d been removed from this state’s primary ballot.

scculpture of MLK in the snow.

Cold Won’t Stop This Year’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Marade

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 19, 2025

Community leaders will gather in City Park by Ed Dwight’s statue of MLK, which replaced a more controversial sculpture.

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old photo of amusement park

An Ugly Twist for Lakeside, a Town Inspired by the City Beautiful Movement

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 7, 2025

The police chief and the town clerk, his daughter, were fired this summer; former chief Robert Gordanier just pleaded guilty to two counts.

People to Watch in 2025: Can Bill Mosher Bring Back Downtown?

People to Watch in 2025: Can Bill Mosher Bring Back Downtown?

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 3, 2025

He didn’t need a job. But he wanted to feel like he’d done all he could for Denver.

santa and reindeer in space

NORAD Tracking Santa’s Route Christmas Eve – Stone-Cold Sober

By Patricia CalhounDecember 24, 2024

While St. Nick should have a big bag, his trackers won’t be in the bag.

A Christmas Miracle! New Ramp From Broadway to Southbound I-25 Now Open

A Christmas Miracle! New Ramp From Broadway to Southbound I-25 Now Open

By Patricia CalhounDecember 23, 2024

After months of snarled traffic, this portion of the I-25 and Broadway Travel and Safety Improvement Project opened without fanfare.

trump parachute

Donald Trump Name-Checks Colorado on Meet the Press

By Patricia CalhounDecember 9, 2024

“And you’ve seen what they’ve done in Colorado and other places. They’re taking over, they’re literally taking over apartment complexes and doing it with impunity.”

two women toasting

Rioja at Twenty: Serving Up Two Decades of Memories

By Patricia CalhounNovember 29, 2024

Since opening Rioja in November 2004, Beth Gruitch and Jen Jasinski have changed the way people look at Larimer Square, Denver dining…and female chefs.

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casa bonita pink restaurant at night

Casa Bonita Entertainment Workers Vote to Unionize

By Patricia CalhounNovember 23, 2024

“We are proud that we stood as a group and said clearly: We want to make Casa Bonita better,” the performers and tech workers announced.

Trump on stage at rally

In Trumpian Times Like These, Consider the Alternative

By Patricia CalhounNovember 18, 2024

“Please don’t waste your time talking about Donald Trump and his minions.”

man skiing

And the Winner Is…Wolf Creek Will Start the Colorado Ski Season Today

By Patricia CalhounOctober 22, 2024

The family-owned ski area in southwestern Colorado opened 85 years ago.

restaurant in mountains

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.

Michelle Obama

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.

sculpture of metalic man and woman

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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man with cow sculpture

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.

concert in office

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.

casa bonita pink restaurant at night

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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