Cherry Creek Schools assistant superintendent placed on administrative leave
DENVER (KDVR) — The Cherry Creek School District’s assistant superintendent was placed on administrative leave following policy changes and the resignation of the district’s superintendent. On Wednesday, a spokesperson for the district said Tony Poole, the assistant superintendent who is in charge of the special...
10 Unique Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in Boulder (Beyond Dinner Reservations)
Valentine’s Day in Boulder doesn’t have to mean fighting for a reservation or squeezing into a packed dining room. In a town where the Flatirons steal the spotlight and fresh air beats candlelight any day, the best dates often happen outside the restaurant scene. If you’re looking to...
Boulder Valley School District announces possible elementary school consolidation
BOULDER, Colo. — The email arrived in Boulder Valley School District parents’ inboxes with a sober subject line: “Our promise as we begin this difficult journey.”. In the message, BVSD officials warned families that continued enrollment declines could require “consolidation, closure, or programmatic changes at the...
Boulder City Council advances study of Area III expansion that could eventually add 8,700...
The Boulder City Council on Feb. 12 voted to continue studying possible expansion of the city into the Area III planning reserve, a 493-acre parcel northeast of the city that remains largely undeveloped. The site has the capacity for up to 8,700 units of housing, making it one of the...
A sense of ‘sadness and loss’ in Colorado Springs with Catholic bishop moving north
Last Saturday’s announcement that Pope Leo XIV had promoted Diocese of Colorado Springs Bishop James Golka to fill the seat of archbishop of Denver was unexpected news for many Catholics. “His appointment came as a surprise to me and carried with it feelings of sadness and loss,” said Bishop Emeritus Richard Hanifen,...
What to Look for in Colorado Dog Breeders: Red Flags and Green Flags
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Finding the right dog breeder in Colorado can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re eager to welcome a new puppy into your family. With hundreds of breeders across the state—from the Front Range to the Western Slope—knowing who to trust...
Boulder restaurant and bar to close after 51 years
BOULDER, Colo. — The World Famous Dark Horse restaurant and bar announced it will permanently close next month after more than five decades of operation. The Boulder institution announced on social media it will close its doors on Saturday, March 14, its 51st anniversary. "While this is not the...
Boulder County to hold hearing on proposed building code wildfire updates
The Boulder County Board of Review is holding a public hearing on proposed wildfire updates to the county’s building code at 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Staff members will present proposed updates related to wildfire resilience, including provisions addressing ignition-resistant materials, construction methods and defensible...
This Week’s Top Kid-Friendly Events near Longmont: Feb 14-20!
Macaroni KID Longmont's picks for the top things to do in and near Longmont, Frederick, Niwot, and Lyons neighborhoods (plus some worth the drive!). Click on the links below for all the details. Ongoing Events & Reminders:. Saturday, February 14: Loveland Sweetheart Festival. Downtown Loveland. Bring the family or...
Denver School Staff Fume as District Moves to Ditch Kaiser After 50 Years
After roughly half a century with the same health care partner, Denver Public Schools is looking to cut ties with Kaiser Permanente. The proposed move would force thousands of teachers and staff to find new doctors or switch plans, landing squarely in the middle of people’s ongoing treatments and personal lives. What...
