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Vandals striking abandoned Bandimere Speedway site
With the massive facility between uses and temporarily empty, vandals have left their mark at Bandimere Speedway. They’ve broken windows, stripped electrical boxes and other devices, and tagged walls with…
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Englewood used-car dealer bought Frank the Pizza King lot
An Englewood used-car dealer purchased the property that long held the Frank the Pizza King restaurant, according to public records. The property at 4701 S. Broadway was purchased for $705,000 by Jwana Group LLC. Jwana Group was formed early this year by Mohammad Khater, the owner of the Crown Auto used-car lot at 4530 S.…
Suspect arrested for alleged child sex assault at Pirates Cove Water Park in Englewood
A suspect was arrested on Monday, July 7, at Englewood’s Pirates Cove Water Park for an alleged sexual assault on a child, the Englewood Police Department reported. Officers were dispatched around 5 p.m. regarding a sexual assault in progress at the popular recreational facility. Police were able to identify and detain the suspect, Trenton Moskovita,…
‘It’s not about vanity’: Columbine survivor provides healing, empowerment through esthetics business in Englewood
When Marjorie Erickson sits down with a client, permanent makeup tools in hand, she’s not just crafting a symmetrical wing or perfectly arched brow on people — she’s rebuilding confidence, one meticulous stroke at a time. “It’s not about vanity,” Erickson said. “It’s usually people who struggle with some confidence issues and it helps them…
PRESS RELEASE: America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission Invites Coloradans to Unite as Countdown to 2026 Begins
DENVER, Colo. (July 1, 2025) — The America 250 – Colorado 150 Commission recognizes this Fourth of July as the start of the one-year countdown to the national commemoration…
Fighting for Medicaid in Littleton
Tim and Kara Norick of the Littleton area adopted their second-youngest son of six children, Malakai, from China in 2016, when he was almost 3 years old. Malakai was found on a bridge in China at just days old in dire medical condition and was rushed to a hospital in Shanghai, where he was diagnosed…
Sports
Ice hockey: New rule in place for pucks, crossbars and goal frames
Three new rules will be in play when the 2025-2026 ice hockey season begins in Colorado. The puck is unplayable if it comes to rest on top of the goal between the crossbar and the goal frame. According to the National Federation of High Schools’ web page, the rule also clarifies the rules for pucks…
The star-studded ownership group behind Denver’s new NWSL team
Since the announcement in January, Colorado has been abuzz about Denver being awarded the newest National Women’s Soccer League team, set to begin play in 2026. Between powerhouse additions to the ownership and investor groups and the groundbreaking on a new state-of-the-art performance center in Centennial, Coloradans have made it clear that professional women’s sports…
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Clarke Reader: Summer Theater Rocks at PACE Center
There are some musicals that are just made for the summer, and “Rock of Ages” certainly falls into that category. The show not only captures some of that wild freedom of the best summer days, but also is full of quintessential 80s songs. “The show is all about bigger and better. It embraces the big hair of…
Clarke Reader: A Collection of Summer Artistic Activities
Summer is officially here, which means Colorado truly shows itself as a place with cultural options for every interest and activity. The days are lovely and long, so you’ll want to take advantage of all there is on offer. I’ve gathered a range of activities to celebrate the start of the season — find something…
Clarke Reader: ARTSWEEK GOLDEN Highlights Community Importance
Summer is the perfect time to get out and about and enjoy beautiful public spaces, and if you can add some artistic touches to the mix, so much the better. That’s just what visitors can do as part of the Foothills Art Center’s annual ARTSWEEK GOLDEN, which runs from Monday, June 16 through Sunday, June 22…
Female artists can create art en plein air this summer in Littleton
En plein air is a French phrase that means “in the open air” in English. The term comes from 19th century France when renowned artists like John Constable and Claude Monet embraced landscape painting outside, in the elements of nature, according to Lyndy Bush of Women’s Caucus for Art Colorado Chapter (WCACO). “Monet said that…
Clarke Reader:Arvada Center Hosts a Range of Pride Events
June is Pride Month and the Arvada Center is going big with three events that celebrate LGBTQ+ communities all over the state. “We’re excited to invite the community to celebrate Pride with these three unique events this June,” said Sarah Kolb, marketing and communications director, in a provided statement. “Each event creates a sense of belonging and…
Clarke Reader:DFF Women+Film Festival highlights power of story
Ever since the development of film as an artistic medium, women have been some of its most dynamic storytellers, both in front of and behind the camera. They’ve often been denied the recognition they deserve, but with its annual Women+Film Festival, Denver Film strives to ensure the works made by these creative voices are seen. “We…
Columns & Opinion
Michael Norton: Halftime adjustments
In sports, halftime is more than a breather; it’s a recalibration. It’s a chance for coaches and players to analyze…
Patricia Kummer: Midyear economics
We are halfway through summer already and economic uncertainty remains prevalent this year for consumers, taxpayers and investors. Consumers are…
Michael Norton: Halftime adjustments
In sports, halftime is more than a breather; it’s a recalibration. It’s a chance for coaches and players to analyze…
Michael Norton: It’s your move
When the lights are the brightest, the stakes are the highest, and all eyes are watching, those who rise to…
Letters
Letter: Rooted in Littleton responds to mayor
Rooted in Littleton’s proposed charter amendment has received strong community support, and it appears to have prompted Mayor Schlachter to…
Letter: Charter petition and misinformation
I would like to address the charter amendment petition circulating in our community. There seems to be significant confusion and…
Letter: Medication plan is bad idea
I’m fortunate to be in generally good health, but like many others, I rely on maintenance medications to keep it…
Local LIFE
‘Come for the dogs’ – Denver pets are more than pals, they’re business partners
In Denver’s bustling neighborhoods, it’s not uncommon to find a shop cat curled up by the register or an excited dog greeting customers at the door. Across the city, small businesses are embracing their four-legged companions, not just as pets, but as part of the store experience. At Crystal Castle Beads, located at 2240 S.…
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