Jul 24 2023
n a postcard perfect Colorado day, over 200 attendees joined together on Tennessee Pass to remember the 10th Mountain Division. The ceremony took place at the 10th Mountain Division Memorial Monument created in 1959 and maintained by its Foundation. The site is now part of the new Camp Hale-Continental Divide National Monument dedicated by President …
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Jul 17 2023
Nationally known for its combination of top bands, intimate venues and picturesque setting, the 20th rendition of the Evergreen Jazz Festival will offer over 80 hours of live traditional jazz ranging from Dixieland to ragtime to blues, boogie-woogie and swing. This year’s lineup features a very special guest appearance by James Dapogny’s Chicago Jazz Band …
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Jul 10 2023
Most people think of college as a place to go at the beginning of your career. The University of Colorado Denver is re-imagining it as a place for people at the end of their primary working years. The CU Denver Change Makers program brings experienced professionals who are approaching or already in retirement back to …
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Jul 03 2023
The Jefferson County Sustainability Awards are held annually to acknowledge and celebrate environmental stewardship and sustainability efforts made by businesses, employees, students, and residents in Jefferson County. The Jeffco Board of Commissioners announced this year’s winners in early June. Sustainable Business Award: Cactus Jack’s Saloon & Grill continues to set a high bar for sustainability …
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Jun 26 2023
The Littleton Police Department (LPD) recognized the bravery and dedication of its officers with an award ceremony in April. Police Chief Doug Stephens presented awards to more than two dozen officers, including Police Star ribbons, Life Saving medals, Purple Hearts, Medals of Valor, and one Medal of Honor, the department’s highest award. Because the COVID-19 …
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May 26 2023
The City of Centennial has earned the prestigious 2023 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, continuing its consecutive streak as a seven-time winner and the only governmental entity ever recognized. Only 41 organizations receive this distinction worldwide. For over a decade, the prestigious Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (formerly the Gallup< Great Workplace Award) honors thriving organizations that …
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May 26 2023
The City of Arvada employees go above and beyond to serve the public in ways that often go unseen by residents. In order to ensure our team members are recognized for their contributions, City teams are encouraged to nominate colleagues each quarter for demonstrating innovation, passion and opportunity. Nominations are made for Service to the …
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May 03 2023
The Highlands Ranch Concert Band will present a free concert of music celebrating natural wonders across America on May 7 at the Littleton High School Auditorium at 3 pm. Featured music will include “Pikes Peak” by Brian Balmages, commissioned by the Colorado Bandmasters Association, plus works by Ferde Grofé, Julius Fučík, Rossano Galante, Steven Reinecke, …
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Apr 23 2023
The Hudson Gardens & Event Center is welcoming warmer weather and encouraging guests to visit the free community destination this spring and summer! Beautiful blooms, unique plant species and a self-guided art walk are highlights of this botanical garden set along the scenic South Platte River. Programming, such as beekeeping and guided bird walks, will …
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Apr 01 2023
More affordable housing is on the horizon for Denver’s La Alma-Lincoln Park neighborhood thanks to development financing provided by the Department of Housing Stability (HOST). Denver City Council today approved a $5.5 million agreement with Shanahan Development, LLC, utilizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to help support acquisition of a 1.5-acre site for future …
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Mar 03 2023
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month and we were pleased to start the year by announcing a $1.42 million federal dollar grant that we will share with the Asian Pacific Development Center (APDC). The demonstrated success of our and the Denver Police Department’s Human Trafficking Units was demonstrated by honored with this renewed grant. …
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Feb 20 2023
here are more than 65,000 older adults in Douglas County and the number is growing. So who is advocating for their quality of life? We are! The Seniors’ Council of Douglas County is an all-volunteer organization whose mission is to promote Living Well/Aging Well for all the residents of our county. We strive to accomplish …
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