Out West Books recommends unvarnished histories of the West
Out West Books in Grand Junction suggests an epic counter-history of the West, overlooked characters with Lewis and Clark, and the fate of Indigenous people.
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West side of Aspen Acres fire poses greatest challenge to get wildfire under control
Firefighters were able to gain ground in containing the nationβs second largest wildfire Friday night. Nearly a third of the blaze has been contained.
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The Avett Brothers prove Red Rocks is still their living room
The Avett Brothers turned Red Rocks Into one giant singalong for night one their three night run. The post The Avett Brothers prove Red Rocks…
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Behind the jokes: An inside look at the Denver comedy scene
Denver performer Lotan Mizrahi describes what it's like to be a comedian in the Mile High City. The post Behind the jokes: An inside look…
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Colorado or bust: The Great American State Fairβs state of confusion
"Coloradoβs claim is simple: We are obviously the Best of the Best in Show. Maybe nine other states tied us.β Maybe. For the record, Colorado's…
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Every opening and closing this week: Italian trattoria opens, beloved pizzeria closes
Plus, a pair of sad goodbyes, a welcome post-fire return and an under-the-radar move on Colfax. The post Every opening and closing this week: Italian…
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Denver already has Blucifer and the Big Blue Bear. Meet Baaβal, our third blue entity!
The giant mountain goat with red, glowing eyes is the best-kept secret on Buckley Space Force Base. The post Denver already has Blucifer and the…
Read full article βBeulah water teams assess Aspen Acres damage to utilities, while working through losses, evacuations
Water managers are taking the first steps toward supplying clean water to their communities after the wildfire, but it will be a long road. Most…
Read full article βWhatβs Working: Colorado homeowners insurance is among the most expensive in the US
The cost of replacing a home is higher than it used to be, pushing up insurance prices. Property insurers are still making a profit, according…
Read full article βYes, the βexplosive diarrheaβ parasite is in Colorado. No, itβs not a big deal.
There have been dozens of cases of cyclosporiasis reported in Colorado this year, but they are not linked to big outbreaks happening elsewhere in the…
Read full article βFirefighters in Beulah recount desperate battle against βmonsterβ blaze fueled by 100 mph winds
For Beulahβs volunteer fire department, the Aspen Acres fire was a nightmare scenario they had trained for: a fast-moving blaze that forced the 27-member department…
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KALEO celebrates ten years since its massive debut
The Icelandic rockers play Red Rocks on Tuesday, July 14. The post KALEO celebrates ten years since its massive debut appeared first on Denver Westword.
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Psst: Thereβs a secret market hidden behind GoodKid
We're gonna let you in on a little secret. The post Psst: Thereβs a secret market hidden behind GoodKid appeared first on Denver Westword.
Read full article βLeftovers: Are changes coming to Coloradoβs tip-pool rules?
Also, a bleak future for Portilloβs, a new restaurant in Cheeseman Park, and Colorado gets some national media attention. The post Leftovers: Are changes coming…
Read full article βCuster County enforces major fire restrictions even as firefighters double containment of Aspen Acres blaze
Crews are making progress on fires across the state, but those fighting the Aspen Acres fire anticipate their efforts will continue for weeks
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Diploβs Run Club brings a 5K and daytime rave to Denver
"The last two years of Diploβs Run Club have been so amazing and Iβm stoked to bring it back for season three,β Diplo says. The…
Read full article βAspen Acres fire has destroyed 780 structures across Pueblo and Custer counties, new aerial analysis shows
The estimate from Vexcel Data, a private company that flies over natural disasters, includes garages, barns and sheds. It exceeds official county reports, which remain…
Read full article βAs wildfires burn across Colorado, hereβs an updated insurance breakdown for homeowners
New laws are also providing more transparency and faster access for those impacted by the wildfires, though affordability is still a challenge.
Read full article βTelluride, Mountain Village investigations find no evidence of government conspiracy in offer to buy ski area
The outside investigations by both towns did not uncover illegal actions by local leaders who have resigned from their jobs in the wake of their…
Read full article βVictor Marx faces big challenge uniting GOP after securing Colorado gubernatorial nomination
Questions over Marxβs back story continue to overshadow his policy proposals while his primary competitors have not endorsed him
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