Feb 11 2021
Are you a sculptor with a desire to see your work on public display? Have you considered submitting your artwork to the well-established Douglas County Art Encounters public art program? Founded in 2007, Art Encounters is a year-long, outdoor sculpture exhibit showcasing several sculptures, in various media and styles, displayed in highly visible areas in …
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Jan 18 2021
This band work together to ensure the music doesn’t die. Ciorcal Cairde Irish Pipes and Drums has found a way to continue rehearsing via Zoom meetings and socially-distanced park outings throughout the summer, and they’ve come out better than before! They’ve even offered lessons to beginners via Zoom or Skype, and have continued to welcome …
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Jan 11 2021
The City and County of Denver will release an additional $4 million in COVID-19 emergency funds to support residents, workers and businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19. The city’s COVID-19 Emergency Special Revenue Fund (SRF) will be the funding source after being reimbursed for eligible expenses covered by federal Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) dollars. Denver will …
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Jan 11 2021
As the first FDA authorized doses of vaccine for COVID-19 are now being administered, we wanted to share this update with you. COVID-19 vaccines produced by both Pfizer and Moderna have now received emergency use authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Vaccine shipments from these manufacturers are now arriving in Colorado and states …
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Dec 29 2020
By Ginger Lagemann Sometimes the smallest, most simple joys for one person are able to warm the hearts of many. Columbine West, a small neighborhood of about 1600 homes in Littleton, is home to a wonderful couple who have done just that. Dale and Cynthia Zimmerman’s story has changed the very fabric of the neighborhood …
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Dec 22 2020
2020 has thrown us all a lot of curveballs, so it’s no surprise that the concept of self-care is getting a lot of traction in many health and wellness circles. Treating yourself with healthy activities can improve your mental and physical state and help you be more present with friends and family this holiday season. …
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Dec 15 2020
Did you know that 25 percent of the 805,000 heart attacks per year in the U.S. are recurrent heart attacks? The American Heart Association reports that once you’ve experienced a heart attack, your chances of having another one is higher. In fact, nearly one in five patients who’ve had a heart attack will have another …
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Dec 08 2020
Moderna and Pfizer have reported excellent early results from vaccine clinical trials. Vaccines aren’t approved yet, and the rollout will take massive mobilization efforts. An independent safety and data monitoring board reported today that early results from the Moderna Phase 3 clinical trials show the company’s vaccine was 94.5% effective. That news followed equally positive …
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Dec 01 2020
By Marty Coffin Evans During most years, residents and visitors to the Mile High City’s parks, special events, and Downtown on the 16th Street Mall will likely encounter the Mounted Patrol Unit. While their presence may not be as noticeable currently, they continue to support this portion of Denver’s Police Department. This mounted unit was …
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Nov 24 2020
Children look forward to opening their holiday presents all year. However, there are some things to keep in mind to make sure gifts are safe and appropriate. To help you make savvy selections, PlaySafe.org from The Toy Association, the premier site for toy safety information, is offering the following guidance: • Avoid shady sellers: This …
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Nov 17 2020
Even though you probably won’t own a drone anytime soon, it’s likely one may fly to your home and deliver your prescriptions or packages someday. As propeller-driven drones evolve, they are becoming common technology tools – similar to cellphones, the internet, and computers. Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS), commonly called drones, have made headlines for …
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Nov 10 2020
It’s open enrollment time for Medicare plans and the landscape is more confusing than ever. In Colorado alone, there are fifty-seven Medicare Advantage plans in total, and while it’s nice to have options, many find it difficult to sort through so many choices. You can’t turn on the TV or open a newspaper without seeing …
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