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Patricia Calhoun

Patricia Calhoun is editor-in-chief of Westword, the alt-weekly she co-founded in September 1977. She’s been inducted into the Colorado Press Association Hall of Fame, the Association of Alternative Newsmedia Hall of Fame and the Colorado Restaurant Association Hall of Fame. She’s also received dozens of local, state and national awards for writing, including first place for feature writing and first place for column writing with the Society of Professional Journalists. Patricia is a weekly commentator on Colorado Inside Out, PBS 12’s public affairs roundtable, which has won two Emmys.

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The mugshot for Jefferson County trail predator suspect Glenn Braden and a screenshot from a trail cam showing him allegedly running naked.

Jeffco Park Predator Sentenced to at Least Eight Years in Prison

By Patricia CalhounOctober 18, 2024

In the spring and summer of 2023, Glenn Braden went after female hikers “at least once a week, and often more times than that,” he told police.

Goodbye, Columbus: Today Is Not a State Holiday in Colorado

Goodbye, Columbus: Today Is Not a State Holiday in Colorado

By Patricia CalhounOctober 13, 2025

But Denver is marking its first official Indigenous Peoples’ Day city holiday.

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Trump Goes All In on Venezuelan Gang Alarmism in Aurora

By Patricia CalhounOctober 11, 2024

Donald Trump promised to come to Aurora, which he calls a “war zone” because of Venezuelan gangs. He’s at the Gaylord Rockies today.

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Trump Is Coming to Aurora Thursday: What You Need to Know

By Patricia CalhounOctober 11, 2024

He’ll be at the Gaylord Rockies…and the line will form early. Very early.

When Trump Drops In, Here’s What He’ll See in Aurora

By Bennito L. Kelty and OthersOctober 7, 2024

The former president says he’ll visit Colorado’s third-largest city on October 11.

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We’ve Got You Covered: A Few Words From John Cuneo

By Patricia CalhounOctober 3, 2024

How do you draw Donald Trump? The illustrator of the October 3 cover explains.

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Every Opening and Closing This Week: Three Big Changes Today

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 21, 2024

Family Jones Spirit House is closing for renovations, Mutiny Information Cafe is closing for a move, and Comida is closing altogether.

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Hot Times Ahead: La Fiesta Is Celebrating Sixty Years Today

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 20, 2024

It’s the oldest family-run Mexican joint in Denver. That alone is reason to celebrate!

Food Fans Find Inaccurate Stories About Aurora Hard to Stomach

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 18, 2024

Food & Wine just published a piece praising the diverse food scene in Colorado’s third-largest city.

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Exit Strategy: El Rancho Could Become a QuikTrip

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 17, 2024

The homey-on-the-range restaurant had been a must-stop off Interstate 70 for generations, a spot for tourists and locals alike.

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Casa Bonita Will Start Taking Reservations Today

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 16, 2024

Yes, September 16 happens to be Mexican Independence Day.

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Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Visit to Tattered Cover

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 14, 2024

“You guys be good…and remember to vote,” said the former first lady, who’s touting The Light Within Us.

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Ginger White Brunetti Gets Straight to the Art in Aurora

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 13, 2024

The former head of Denver Arts & Venues is now leading Library and Cultural Services in Colorado’s third-largest city.

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Artist Jim Green, Who Created “Train Call” at the Denver Airport, Has Departed

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 11, 2024

He captured the sounds of this city, from murmuring sidewalks to singing sinks.

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The Vote Is In: Westword Summer Membership Drive a Winner

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 8, 2024

As we start a new year and focus on the upcoming election season, we’re thankful for our loyal readers.

Lower Downtown Design Review Commission Rejects El Chapultepec Project Plan

Lower Downtown Design Review Commission Rejects El Chapultepec Project Plan

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 6, 2024

It’s back to the drawing board for the Monfort Companies.

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The Wait Is Almost Over: Casa Bonita Will Start Taking Reservations September 16

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 1, 2024

Mark your calendar for 3 p.m. on Monday, September 16.

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Ford Amphitheater Making Changes After Noise Complaints: What to Expect

By Patricia CalhounAugust 29, 2024

“Together, we are committed to addressing the experience of residents who have shared concerns about Ford Amphitheater.”

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Coloradical Is Closing Up Shop on Colfax

By Patricia CalhounAugust 28, 2024

“I learned as I went, and it somehow worked and lasted a lot longer than I expected. … It was a great place for a shop until it was not.”

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Larry David and Peyton Manning to Headline the Paramount

By Patricia CalhounAugust 26, 2024

We’re feeling pretty, pretty, pretty, pretty good over this pairing.

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All Aboard: Mercantile Dining & Provision Joining Sage Hospitality Group

By Patricia CalhounAugust 26, 2024

“I am incredibly excited about this partnership with Sage Hospitality Group,” says award-winning chef Alex Seidel.

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